Spouse Dependent Visa in Canada

 A spouse visa or Dependent Visa is mainly for the principal applicant's Spouse/ partner with temporary residence visa status in Canada. The applicant should have Canadian citizenship, PR status or a Work/study permit. Canadian citizens, Temporary/permanent resident visa holder can sponsor their spouses.

There are various kinds of Canadian Spouse Sponsorship Programs available:

1. Study Permit Spouse Dependent Visa

Canada is the dream study destination of every international student. Any international student enrolled in a full-time program in a Canadian-recognized institution/ university can apply for this type of Visa.

Documents Required

• 18 years with a valid passport
• Medical report
• Marriage Certificate/ Relationship document
• Proof of financial stability of the sponsor in Canada
• Application through Online

Benefits of applying for this Visa

• The principal applicant gets an open work permit and can work full-time in Canada.
• Until the spouse permit expires, they can continue staying in Canada.
• The main applicant can get a stay extension with a spouse visa in the extension period.
• Visa processing time is 35 weeks (subject to change with each applicant)

2. Work Permit Spouse Dependent Visa

Anyone with a full-time work permit can sponsor the spouse under this Visa. Applicant must work with an authorized employer and fall under NOC category 0, A, B. Following are details of the NOC category:

• Type 0 - Management roles - various kinds of managers
• Type A- Professional roles- Engineers, Doctors etc.
• Type B- Technical roles- Electricians, Plumbers etc.

Documents Required

• 18 years with a valid passport
• Medical report
• Marriage Certificate/ Relationship document
• Proof of financial stability of the sponsor in Canada
• Application through Online

Benefits of applying for this Visa

• Applicant can work full time and with legal protection.
• They can stay until their spouse's Visa expires in Canada.
• Extension of Visa is possible if spouse extends their Visa.
• Visa processing time is 35 weeks (subject to change with each applicant)

3. PR/ Citizen Dependent Visa

An individual residing in Canada with citizenship or having a Permanent Residency permit can sponsor a spouse.

Documents Required

• 18 years with a valid passport
• Police clearance certificate
• Medical report
• Marriage Certificate/ Relationship document
• paper base filing of the application

Benefits of applying for this Visa

• The applicant will be eligible for all benefits like that of immigrants
• Free education in schools, reduced fees for college/university and medical facilities for children
• Dependents can avail of PR status directly
• Visa processing time is from 8- 10 months (subject to change with each applicant)

4. Spouse Dependent Visitor Visa

This Visa can benefit anyone with Citizenship/ PR status/ Work Permit/ Study Permit to sponsor their spouse. They can bring their spouse to Canada for a short visit/ temporary stay.

Requirements

Applicants should ensure that: 

• Their visit is only for a short period.
• Proof of financial stability and funds required for the stay
• They won't work nor take up study illegally
• They do not have any criminal background/records
• They are fit and have proper health conditions
• Visa processing time is 20 weeks (subject to change with each applicant)

5. Extension of Spouse Dependent Open Work Permit

By applying 60 days before the visa expiry of the sponsor, this spouse visa can be extended. Meanwhile, the sponsor can continue with their work. The total Visa processing time is 20 weeks, subject to change with each applicant.

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