Immigration Lawyer
Super Visa
Immigration Lawyer
Super Visa
The Super Visa is a long-term visa entry designed for parents and grandparents to visit their children and grandchildren in Canada. This allows them to live for an extended duration of 5 years at a time without having to renew. It gives an opportunity and flexibility for loved ones to spend more time together while staying connected. The Super Visa also allows multiple entries for a period of up to 10 years.
Who is eligible for a Super Visa?
1. Be hosted in Canada
One needs to be a parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada.2. The host requirements
- Must have a status of PR or citizen in Canada
- The host needs to be 18 years of age.
- Needs to meet the minimum or have sufficient funds to be able to support the applicant.
- The host must give an invitation letter inviting the applicant, stating a promise to provide financial support for the duration of their visit. They should also mention the names of the people living in the household with complete personal and income details of each member.
3. Financial requirements
- It is important for the host to show that the household income exceeds or meets the minimum income needed for the family.
- The minimum requirement needed as per the latest update in June 2024 is,
| Number of family members | Funds required |
| 1 | $29,380 |
| 2 | $36,576 |
| 3 | $44,966 |
| 4 | $54,594 |
| 5 | $61,920 |
| 6 | $69,834 |
| 7 | $77,750 |
| For a family of more than 7 members, each additional member must have | $7,916 |
4. Health Insurance
- The applicant must have valid health insurance from a Canadian insurance company or an approved foreign company.
- The policy must be valid for a year from the date of entry to Canada. It must cover all health care, repatriation, and hospitalization.
- The total amount needs to be fully paid, or in the case of instalments, the deposit must be available.
- The insurance must provide a minimum of $100,000 CAD as emergency coverage.
5. Other conditions
When the applicant applies for the Super Visa, the immigration officers check on some factors to ensure that the stay in Canada is for a temporary period. The areas they check are:- They see your connections back in your home country and that you intend to return after completing the visit to Canada.
- They evaluate the purpose of your visit, if it is solely with the intention to visit family.
- They check your financial support to see if you will be supported during your stay in Canada.
- They check the general political and economic situation of the home country, considering the stability and that it does not affect your return.
What is the application process?
1. Gather all the documents
- The applicant’s passport must be valid for the duration they plan to stay in Canada.
- Host’s need to show proof of funds with the minimum income amount to be able to support the applicant.
- A letter of invitation is needed from the host in Canada, with details of the relationship to the applicant and information on the number of household members and promise of financial support.
- It is a must to provide proof of medical insurance from a Canadian company or an approved foreign company.
2. Medical Examination
- The applicant needs to undergo a medical examination that ensures they meet Canada’s health standards.
- Once the application procedure starts, the applicant will receive instructions on how to book the exam. The exam must be done by an approved physician by the IRCC.
3. Apply online
- The applicant needs to create an IRCC account by going to the official website of IRCC.
- Fill out the application form, “Application for Temporary Resident Visa.”
- Upload all the required documents needed for the application.
- Pay the fees that may vary depending on the application type.
- If the biometrics are required, then after submitting the application, the applicant will receive the instructions for submitting the application.
Please note: If the applicant is a visa-exempt, a visitor visa is not required. But they can still apply for a Super Visa and stay up to 5 years in Canada. If the Super Visa is approved, then the applicant will receive a letter that needs to be produced to the border officer on arriving in Canada. However, if the applicant is travelling by air, they might need to apply for an electronic travel authorization (eTA).
How can our Immigration Lawyers assist you?
At Nanda & Associates, our immigration lawyers will help you navigate the complex immigration process for a super visa. Our experienced team of lawyers provides personalized guidance and assists in preparing an accurate profile. To get trusted advice and a successful journey at your super visa, connect with us at 905-405-0199 now!
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the reasons a Super Visa can get rejected?
The super A visa may get rejected for several reasons, like if there is insufficient funding to support the Canadian host. Applicants are not able to produce adequate health insurance in cases of medical inadmissibility. If anywhere it is found that completed required documents have not been provided. If the applicant has any history of violation or refusal of visa previously.
What is the application fee for Super Visa?
The application fee for Super Visa is $100 CAD for one individual. If the biometrics are required, then an additional $85 CAD per person or $170 CAD for a family of two or more.
How long does it take to process a Super Visa?
The processing time varies depending on many factors, like application handling, medical exams, and interviews. To know that exact time of processing, you can check the IRCC page.
Please note: These are only estimated times, and the actual time taken will vary. To ensure a smooth process of application, provide all the documents accurately.
What happens if my super visa is refused?
First, you must carefully examine the reasons given for the refusal of the visa. If any additional document can address the issue, then you can consider reapplying. There are no formal appeals in refusal of Super Visa. On your new application, you must ensure that all the missing or additional documents are given accurately and all the issues for the refusal are addressed.
Can the Super Visa be extended?
Yes, a super visa can be extended, but you must apply for it 30 days before the expiry of the visa. However, the extension is given only for a period of two years. While applying for the extension, do provide all the updated documents and continue to meet the eligibility criteria.
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