Super Visa
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The Super Visa is an option for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to visit their family in Canada. These individuals may be eligible to apply for the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa to visit their family in Canada for up to 2 years without the need to renew their status. One of the requirements for you to be eligible for a super visa is to have proof of private medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company.
This medical insurance needs to:
Life Insurance
Living Benefits
Travel Insurance
Savings & Investments
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FAQ
A Super Visa is a special type of visa available to parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows them to visit and stay in Canada for extended periods, up to two years at a time, without the need to renew their status frequently.
To be eligible for a Super Visa, you must meet the following criteria:
• Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Have a signed letter of invitation from your child or grandchild who meets the minimum income threshold.
• Provide proof of private Canadian health insurance coverage that is valid for at least one year.
• Undergo a medical examination to demonstrate good health.
• Meet other standard requirements, such as having a valid passport, showing ties to your home country, and providing evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
• Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Have a signed letter of invitation from your child or grandchild who meets the minimum income threshold.
• Provide proof of private Canadian health insurance coverage that is valid for at least one year.
• Undergo a medical examination to demonstrate good health.
• Meet other standard requirements, such as having a valid passport, showing ties to your home country, and providing evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
The Super Visa is typically valid for up to 10 years. However, it allows multiple entries and allows you to stay in Canada for up to two years during each visit.
No, the Super Visa is specifically designed for temporary visits and does not permit you to work or study in Canada. If you wish to work or study, you would need to explore other visa options that correspond to your intentions.
To apply for a Super Visa, you will need to follow these steps:
• Complete the application form and gather the required documents, including the letter of invitation, proof of private medical insurance, and other supporting documents.
• Pay the application fee.
• Submit your application package to the appropriate visa office or application center in your country.
• Attend a biometric appointment, if required.
• Await a decision on your application, which may take several weeks or months.
• Complete the application form and gather the required documents, including the letter of invitation, proof of private medical insurance, and other supporting documents.
• Pay the application fee.
• Submit your application package to the appropriate visa office or application center in your country.
• Attend a biometric appointment, if required.
• Await a decision on your application, which may take several weeks or months.
Although travel insurance is not a mandatory requirement for a Super Visa, it is highly recommended. The Canadian government strongly advises visitors to have adequate medical insurance coverage during
The Super Visa is designed for extended stays of up to two years at a time. If you wish to extend your stay beyond the authorized period, you would need to apply for an extension before your current status expires. However, extensions are not guaranteed, and you would need to meet certain requirements and provide valid reasons for the extension.
Yes, there is a minimum income requirement for sponsoring a Super Visa. The sponsor (the child or grandchild) must demonstrate that their income meets or exceeds the minimum necessary income (MNI) threshold, which is based on the size of their family unit. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure that the sponsor can financially support their parent or grandparent during their stay in Canada.
The Super Visa is only applicable to parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. Spouses or dependents of the parents or grandparents would need to apply for their own appropriate visa, such as a visitor visa or dependent visa, to accompany or visit the parent or grandparent in Canada.
No, the Super Visa is a temporary visa and does not provide a direct pathway to permanent residency in Canada. If you are interested in obtaining permanent residency, you would need to explore other immigration programs and pathways available, such as the Family Sponsorship Program or other skilled worker programs.