If you are a permanent resident or a citizen of Canada, you can sponsor your spouse, common-law or conjugal partner, or dependent children to immigrate to Canada.
To sponsor a family member to immigrate to Canada, you must provide the following proof that you can:
- Meet basic needs for yourself and your family
- Support your family financially
- And can guarantee that your spouse will not require financial help from the government.
Steps for applying for a dependent visa are as follows:
- Determine if you are eligible
- Apply for the visa
- Check the processing times
- Provide the correct information when asked for