This is a multiple-entry temporary resident visa issued to parents and grandparents of a Canadian permanent resident or citizen. Currently, a Super visa is issued for ten years, multiple entries and with an authorized stay of up to 5 years on each entry. The 5-year authorized stay can be further extended from inside Canada by an additional 2 years at a time.
Who is eligible for a Super Visa and what documents are required for the super visa application?
The super visa offers parents and grandparents the possibility of visiting Canada for up to 5 years on each entry to Canada. An applicant is eligible for a super visa if they meet the requirements for temporary residence in Canada as a visitor and provide all additional required documentation.
To be eligible for a super visa, applicants must provide the following:
- proof of their relationship to the child or grandchild (who must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident), such as
- a copy of the child’s or grandchild’s birth certificate
- a copy of the child’s or grandchild’s baptismal certificate
- another official document naming the applicant as the parent or grandparent
- proof of an immigration medical examination and of being admissible to Canada on health grounds
- proof of private medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company valid for a minimum period of 1 year from the date of entry. The private medical insurance must:
- be purchased from a Canadian insurance company
- be paid in full (quotes and payments in installments are not accepted)
- cover the applicant for health care, hospitalization, and repatriation
- provide a minimum of $100,000 in emergency coverage
- be valid for each entry to Canada and available for review by the border services officer upon request
- a letter of invitation written and signed by the host child or grandchild that includes the following:
- a promise of financial support for the length of the applicant’s intended stay in Canada
- a list of all members of the household in Canada (including the visiting parent(s) or grandparent(s)
- a copy of the host child or grandchild’s Canadian citizenship or permanent resident document
- proof of financial support by the child or grandchild. This means that the child or grandchild who invites the applicant must prove that their household meets the low-income cut-off (or LICO). Please note the Canadian or permanent resident spouse or common-law partner of the host child or grandchild may co-sign the invitation letter to meet the LICO minimum.
| Size of Family Unit | Minimum necessary gross income |
|---|---|
| 1 person (your child or grandchild) | $27,514 |
| 2 persons | $34,254 |
| 3 persons | $42,100 |
| 4 persons | $51,128 |
| 5 persons | $57,988 |
| 6 persons | $65,400 |
| 7 persons | $72,814 |
| More than 7 persons, for each additional person, add | $7,412 |
- The following documents are examples of what the child or grandchild, including the co-signer, can use as proof of financial support:
- notice of assessment (N.O.A) for the most recent tax year
- T4 or T1 for the most recent tax year
- pay stubs
- Employment Insurance benefit statement, including:
- a letter from an accountant confirming the child’s or grandchild’s annual income, if they are self-employed, and/or
- proof of other sources of income (for example, pension statement, investments)
- an original letter from the employer stating the job title, job description and salary,
- and finally bank statements
Official Lists of Forms and Documents
Forms List:
- Application for Temporary Resident Visa (IMM 5257),
- Family Information Form (IMM 5707),
- Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409),
- Use of A Representative Form (IMM 5476),
Documents List:
- Fee payment (online),
- Passport bio-page copy,
- Two photos (specification),
- Proof of financial support,
- Photocopy of your marriage license/certificate,
- Purpose of travel,
- Photocopy of your current immigration status,
- Responsible office documents (if any),
Specific to Parents and Grandparents Super Visa:
- A letter of invitation from your child or grandchild residing in Canada as a permanent resident or Canadian citizen. Include the total count of family members/financial dependents.
- Financial support documents (one of the following):
- A recent copy of the Notice of Assessment (NOA),
- Recent T4 or T1,
- Original letter of employment (title, job description and salary/hourly wage),
- If self-employed, a letter from your accountant confirming your annual income,
- If unemployed, proof of income from other sources (pension, investment, etc.),
- Evidence of the parent and grandparent relationship to the Canadian citizen or PR you wish to visit (birth certificate, baptismal certificate, or others),
- Proof of private medical insurance for a minimum of 1 year with a Canadian insurance company, provide a copy of the insurance policy certificate.
Official Document Checklist [IMM 5484]