Canada is one of the most desired destinations for people to live and work in. It is recorded as the world’s second-largest country that has rapidly experienced a notable increase in expatriates in the past few years. Its impressive landscapes generally attract people and the fact that it has numerous opportunities for people to grow professionally and having the essence of a multicultural environment is what makes Canada stand out for immigrants.
What is a Super Visa?
Canada has a Super Visa, a multiple-entry visa specifically designed for parents and grandparents of Canadian permanent residents or citizens. A super visa has a validity of 5 years, and the visa holder can visit the country multiple times in the given span. A lot of people from worldwide who plan to move, generally first find job vacancies in Canada before they can plan to call any dependents like parents, spouses, or children there.
A regular visit visa lasts for six months while having a Super Visa has its set of benefits such as a longer period of validity than a regular visit visa. The Super Visa is specifically for the children and grandchildren of Canadian citizens or permanent residents who are over 18 years old.
However, there's a condition: parents or grandparents who have lived in Canada for more than five years within the last ten years are not eligible to apply for the Super Visa unless they meet certain requirements.
What are the Eligibility Criteria for a Super Visa?
Before you apply for any kind of visa in Canada, it is highly recommended to have reliable visa consultants on board with you who can guide you in your best interest.
Please make sure to follow these pointers to qualify for a Super Visa:
- You must be a parent or a grandparent of an individual who is already a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident.
- You must have medical insurance which must be valid for at least a year starting from the entry date. The insurance must be issued by a Canadian insurance company and must have emergency coverage of at least $100,000 along with the proof of insurance payment.
You must submit a signed statement from the child or grandchild in Canada containing the following details:
- Names, Date of Birth, and citizenship or permanent resident status of the members in the household.
- Total number of people living in the household.
- A promissory note that ensures financial support for your duration of stay in the country.
- You must apply for a Super Visa from another country than Canada.
- You must be eligible to enter Canada.
- Your visa must be printed outside Canada.
- You must take a medical exam for immigration.
- You must ensure that you are not entitled to include any further dependents in this visa application who are not parents or grandparents.
In case you require more assistance in applying for a Super Visa, Vazir Group is your savior. Our immigration and visa consultants are well-versed in guiding clients in a direction that makes the process of permanent residency in Canada smooth for them.
What is the Process for applying for a Super Visa?
To understand the process for applying for a Super Visa, one must first understand the requirements for it. The first and foremost thing to consider while going through the process is the documentation.
Documents Required:
To apply for a Super Visa, you will need to be ready with the following documents:
1.Proof of Financial Income: The income of the grandchild or child shall meet the “minimum income” requirement, given in a letter.
2. Letter of Invitation: You'll be required to submit a letter of invitation from your child or grandchild, who is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. This letter should contain a commitment to financially support you during your stay, details about the individuals residing in your host's household, and a copy of their Canadian citizenship or permanent resident document.
3. Medical Insurance: You need to submit proof that your medical insurance is bought with a validity of at least one year starting from your entry date that covers an emergency expense of at least $100,000.
4.Medical Exam: A letter stating that you have completed the medical exam for immigration purposes.
Cost Incurred:
The Super Visa application fee is $100, non-refundable, covering processing. Additional charges may apply, like medical exam fees. To extend a granted Super Visa, apply at least 90 days before expiry, with a fee of CAD 100 per year.
Application Process:
The application process is simple, it goes as follows:
- Apply online through the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Portal while being outside Canada.
- Visit the IRCC website and create an account to start your visa application.
- Ensure you have an invite code if it's your first time using the IRCC Portal.
- Fill out the online form and upload the required documents to demonstrate eligibility.
- Pay the necessary fees using a credit card or prepaid card.
- Provide your biometrics when applying and ensure the biometrics fee is paid beforehand to avoid delays.
- If you are unable to apply online due to disability or specific travel circumstances, consider applying on paper.
What is the Process for applying for a Super Visa?
As mentioned in the blog earlier, the core benefit of having a Super Visa is that the holder can visit the family in Canada multiple times over 5 years, while the validity of a regular visa is up to 6 months.
Are you looking to apply for a Super Visa?
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