If your family member has the financial means and health insurance to stay in Canada, they can apply for a regular visitor visa. Still, if they don't have these two prerequisites, you might consider the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa instead. And with the expertise of Ansari Immigration to help make your application process for a super visa smooth, you have an advantage over most applicants.
This article will explain how you can apply for the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa and what you need to know about this visa.
What is a Super Visa?
The Parent and Grandparent Super Visa, also known as the Super Visa, gives grandparents and parents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents up to five years to visit their grandchildren and children in Canada without renewing their Temporary Resident Visas (TRVs). Super Visas can be used multiple times when valid, but there are restrictions on how long you can stay in Canada with each visit using this visa.
Eligibility Criteria for Parents and Grandparents Super Visa
To be eligible for a super visa, you must:
Be a citizen of Canada or a permanent resident, or the parent or grandparent of one.
Possess a letter inviting you to visit Canada, signed by your child or grandchild that includes a commitment to provide funding for the duration of your visit, the names and numbers of those living in this person's home, and a certified copy of the applicant's Canadian citizenship or permanent resident card.
Have healthcare insurance provided by a Canadian insurance provider that is: valid for at least a year after the date of entry, $100,000 or more in emergency coverage, and possesses documentation demonstrating that the medical insurance is fully paid (quotes are not acceptable).
In addition to the eligibility criteria listed above, you must also:
Submit a super visa application from outside of Canada.
Be granted entry to Canada.
Take a medical examination for immigration.
Satisfy additional requirements.
Financial Assistance (Proof of Funds)
The child or grandchild inviting you must provide evidence that their home earns and meets the minimum necessary income required. Examples of documents that can be used as proof of finances include the ones listed below:
The most recent tax year's T4 or T1 or the Notice of Assessment (NOA).
Statements of Employment Insurance Benefits.
Employment letter stating salary, title, duties, and the hire date.
Pay stubs.
Bank records of transactions or bank statements.
Final Thoughts
The Parent and Grandparent Super Visa can be an excellent way for grandparents and parents living abroad to spend time with their families in Canada. The program makes it much easier for family members to visit Canada while ensuring they don't overstay their welcome, which is an issue that can arise with previous immigration options.
Suppose a loved one living abroad would like to visit you in Canada. In that case, Ansari Immigration can help with all the necessary details of an application for the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. Also, their proficiency in visa applications can help determine if your loved one is eligible for a Super Visa to avoid wasting time and money.
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