Super Visa Canada Processing Time 2026: What to Expect by Country

The super visa Canada processing time in 2026 ranges from about 33 days to 116 days,

depending on the country where your parents or grandparents live. These are the current

figures from the IRCC processing times tool, last updated May 26, 2026.

Here is where each country stands right now:

Country of residence	Current processing time
Philippines	33 days (approx. 5 weeks)
Pakistan	74 days (approx. 2.5 months)
India	116 days (approx. 4 months)

Processing times are updated weekly by IRCC. For a country not listed here, use the official

IRCC processing times tool to look up the current figure for your parents' or grandparents'

country.

What Is a Super Visa and Who Can Apply?

A super visa allows the parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent

residents to visit Canada for up to 5 years at a time, with multiple entries permitted for up to 10

years. Unlike a regular visitor visa, which limits stays to 6 months, the super visa is specifically

designed for families who want extended time together without having to reapply constantly.

The applicant, meaning your parent or grandparent, applies from outside Canada. They must

pass a medical exam, hold valid Canadian health insurance worth at least $100,000, and

meet the other eligibility criteria. The Canadian child or grandchild must meet income

requirements based on the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) table. If you are also exploring

longer-term options for your parents, the family sponsorship program allows eligible

Canadians to sponsor parents and grandparents for permanent residence.

Super Visa Canada Processing Time Breakdown

The processing time IRCC publishes is the time from when they receive a complete

application to when they make a decision. It does not include the time it takes to gather

documents, complete the medical exam, or give biometrics.

A few things affect how long your application actually takes:

The country of application is the single biggest factor. Applications processed at offices in

higher-volume countries like India take longer than those in lower-volume offices. A parent in

the Philippines is looking at about 33 days; a parent in India is looking at about 116 days.

Biometrics, when required, add time before the clock even starts. If your parent or

grandparent needs to give biometrics (most applicants do), they must do this before

submitting their application. IRCC's published processing time does not include this step.

Medical exam timing also matters. The exam must be done by an IRCC-approved panel

physician. Results take a few weeks to process, and this happens before or alongside the

main application review.

Application completeness is the one factor entirely in your control. A missing document

or inconsistency can trigger an additional documentation request, which pauses the clock and

can add weeks.

Super Visa Processing Time After Biometrics and Medical

Once biometrics are given and the medical exam is complete, the application moves into the

main review queue. IRCC's posted time reflects that main review window. For India (116

days), that means roughly 4 months from when the application is received. For Pakistan (74

days), roughly 2.5 months. For the Philippines (33 days), roughly 5 weeks.

There is no separate processing time published for "after biometrics" because biometrics are

given before the application is submitted. The 116-day clock starts when IRCC receives a

complete application.

Why This Matters for Your Immigration Application

If you are planning a family visit, a milestone event, or a longer stay, you need to factor in the

full timeline: documents, medical exam, biometrics, and then the IRCC processing window.

For a parent in India, that often means planning 5 to 6 months in advance, not 4. For a

broader look at how processing times work across all immigration streams, see the Canada

immigration processing times 2026 guide.

Amir Ansari, RCIC, regularly helps Vancouver families coordinate super visa applications so

nothing is missed and the file is complete from the start. A complete application is the most

effective way to avoid delays. If your family's situation is more complex, for example your

parent has a prior refusal or a medical condition, professional guidance can make a

meaningful difference.

Book a consultation with Amir Ansari RCIC to review your parents' or grandparents' super visa eligibility and put together a complete application the first time. Reserve a consultation at ansariimmigration.com

Frequently Asked Questions About Super Visa Canada Processing Time

How long does the super visa take to process in Canada?

Processing time depends on the country where your parents or grandparents live. In 2026, the

range is approximately 33 days (Philippines) to 116 days (India), based on IRCC figures last

updated May 26, 2026.

What is the super visa Canada processing time from India?

As of May 26, 2026, the IRCC processing time for super visa applications from India is 116

days, roughly 4 months from when a complete application is received.

What is the super visa processing time from Pakistan?

The current IRCC processing time for Pakistan is 74 days, approximately 2.5 months.

Does the super visa processing time include biometrics?

No. Biometrics are given before submitting the application. The published processing time

starts when IRCC receives a complete application, after biometrics and the medical exam are

already done.

What is the super visa Canada processing time after medical?

The medical exam happens before or alongside the application review. The 116-day (India) or

74-day (Pakistan) processing time runs from when IRCC receives the complete application.

If you are helping your parents or grandparents apply for a super visa and want to make sure the file is complete before submission, Amir Ansari RCIC can review your situation and guide you through every step. Reserve a consultation today and avoid the most common delays.

This article is for general information only. It is not legal advice. Program criteria, requirements, processing times, and selection approaches can change without notice. Always confirm details on official government websites or consult a licensed Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) for advice specific to your situation.