Canada Dependent Visa

  • Settle with your family in Canada with Canada Dependent Visa
  • Bring your spouse, children, parents and even grandparents
  • Allows you to work full-time in Canada
  • Will enable you to avail educational facilities
  • Enjoy  healthcare benefits  and  health insurance

Canada Dependent Visa Benefits

  • Stay in Canada as long as the primary visa holder
  • No restrictions on working or studying in Canada with Canada Dependent Visa
  • You can also bring your parents and grandparents  under this Visa
  • Can apply for Canada PR after staying for 3 years

Canada Dependent Visa Eligibility Criteria

You would be eligible to become a sponsor and apply for a Canada dependent visa for your family only if:

  • You are 18 years or above for Canada Dependent Visa.
  • You have a Canadian PR or citizenship for Canada Dependent Visa.
  • You have proof of your marital relationships in case of sponsoring your spouse.
  • You have proof of your financial stability to support your dependents.
  • You are not receiving any financial assistance from the Government except in the case of a disability. 

Canada Dependent Visa Required Documents

  • A valid passport with at least 6 months validity
  • Relationship proof(birth certificate, marriage certificate, wedding affidavits)
  • Financial details and bank statements
  • Copy of completed application form and fee receipt
  • Background documentation

Steps to apply for a Canada Dependent Visa

  • Step 1: As a sponsor, apply online and fill in the necessary details
  • Step 2: Get the e-signatures done by your principal applicant
  • Step 3: Get the application package, which includes the documents' checklist and instruction guides
  • Step 4:Gather the required documents and ask your applicant to apply to be sponsored
  • Step 5: Pay the application fees online
  • Step 6: Upload your fingerprints and biometrics
  • Step 7: Submit the  application online
  • Step 8: Once approved, fly to Canada

Canada Dependents Visa Processing time

Type of Visa Processing time
Dependent Visa for spouse or partner 22 months
Dependent Visa for a child 25 months
Dependent Visa for parents or grandparents 33 months

How can Y-Axis help you?

As a leading visa and immigration consultancy, Y-Axis is here to assist you in getting past the complexities of the visa application process. Our dedicated consultant will help you with:

  • Choose the correct type of Visa
  • Gather documents as required
  • Fill up visa application forms
  • Get you updates and follow-ups
  • Preparing for your visa application interview

Y-Axis, India's leading visa and immigration consultancy, can help you reunite with your loved ones. Contact us to get personalized services.

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for a dependent visa in Canada?

The Canada dependent visa allows qualifying sponsors to bring their families to Canada. The following family members are eligible for a dependent visa in Canada from the UK:

  • Spouses or common-law partners
  • Dependent children (unmarried or under 22 years of age)
  • Parents or grandparents (in some cases)
How long will it take to get a dependent visa for Canada from the UK?

The processing time for a Canada dependent visa from the UK may take around 22 to 33 months, depending on the dependent visa type and the application.

The table below has a complete breakdown of the processing time for Canada dependent visas:

Type of Visa

<Processing time

Dependent Visa for spouse or partner

22 months

Dependent Visa for a child

25 months

Dependent Visa for parents or grandparents

33 months

Is Canada still accepting dependents from the UK?
Canada currently accepts dependents from the UK (dependent children, spouses, and partners). However, the eligibility criteria and the application process may vary depending on which family member you sponsor and the dependent visa type.
What are the requirements for a spouse visa in Canada?

The requirements to sponsor your spouse to Canada are as follows:

  • Be above 18 years of age.
  • Must be a Canada PR holder or a Canadian citizen
  • Have sufficient funds to support yourself and your dependents in Canada.
  • Sign a Sponsorship undertaking as proof of your commitment to offer financial assistance to the sponsored family member for a specific period.
  • Must be inadmissible to Canada

The requirements to be met by the spouse are as follows:

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • Must be a legal spouse, common-law partner, or a conjugal partner
  • Must submit proof of a genuine relationship with the sponsor