Canada has announced a new batch of intakes for its Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship scheme. Commencing from October 10, 2023, the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will initiate the process of sending out invitations to apply to a total of 24,200 potential sponsors.
The IRCC will accept a maximum of 15,000 complete applications for the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship program in the year 2023.
The immigration agency also said that these invitations will be dispatched over a two-week period, commencing on the same date, October 10, 2023.
A notable change in the process is that instead of opening a new interest to sponsor form, the IRCC will be sending these invitations to apply to randomly selected potential sponsors from the pool of submissions dating back to the year 2020. This approach aims to streamline the application process and maximize the utilization of existing submissions.
To be eligible to sponsor your parents and grandparents for Canadian permanent residency (PR), you must be:
- atleast 18 years old
- A Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act
- Have enough money to support the family you want to sponsor with valid proof of income for last 3 years meeting the IRCC financial requirements
For those unable to secure a spot through this scheme, the Super Visa is another alternative. This visa offers a pathway for extended visits, allowing families to stay connected over an extended period.
The Super Visa remains valid for up to 10 years and permits multiple entries into Canada. What sets it apart is that it enables Super Visa holders to stay in Canada for a maximum of 5 years at a time. Additionally, they have the option to extend their stay by up to 2 years without the need to leave the country.
