Complete detail about Spousal Sponsorship in Canada – Suma Law

Falling in love is easy. But navigating the complex immigration programs to bring your partner to Canada is not. This guide will simplify the spouse sponsorship process so you can reunite with your loved one as soon as possible.

What is Spousal Sponsorship in Canada?

Spouse Sponsorship is a Canadian program for immigrants. Created to keep loved ones together, a priority for the Government of Canada. Basically, the program allows your partner to apply for permanent residency and sponsor you to live together in Canada.

What are the requirements to sponsor a spouse?
You:
Must be a permanent citizen of Canada or a Canadian citizen.
Must be 18+
Must not be a prisoner or convicted in Canada.
We must be able to provide you with financial assistance.
Financial support may not be available from the Canadian government.

Your partner:
Must be 18+
It should not be illegal in Canada.
Must be married to a spouse, domestic partner, or sponsor

What are the categories of spouse sponsorship?
Spousal sponsorship can apply to three types of relationships: spouse, life partner, and spouse-her.
Marriage: - Marriages are recognized by Immigration Canada as long as the marriage is legal in either country and is consistent with Canadian law.

Common law partnership: - A civil partnership consists of two adults living together uninterrupted for one year in a partnership-like marriage. This relationship has the same legality with respect to immigration as traditional marriage. The cohabitation sponsorship process is more complicated as proof must be provided in the form of a joint invoice or lease or rental agreement with both parties' names on it.

Marital relationship: -

A marital relationship refers to her two adults who have been in a marriage-like relationship, but due to circumstances, have not been able to continue living together for a year. As for immigration, the difficulty of this type of relationship proves that the relationship is truly a marital one. In addition, it is necessary to present a valid reason why cohabitation was not possible. This will only be considered if there is a real reason the couple cannot live together and it is not simply a matter of convenience.

What is the application of processing time for spousal sponsorship in Canada?
The spouse sponsorship process typically takes about one year to obtain final approval for Canadian and international sponsorships. Insufficient information or poorly prepared application forms can delay approval. Seek the help of the Suma Law office team for the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program.

Common Reasons for Denying Spouse Sponsorship Applications
There are many reasons why an application for a spousal partnership may be denied. These reasons range from minor errors in the application to the use of incorrect information.

• We believe the primary reason for the rejection is insufficient evidence of consanguinity. In many cases, applicants must go beyond the minimum documentation requirements to convince officials that the relationship is genuine.
• Intentional or unintentional misrepresentation of the application will result in denial of spousal support. All information on the application must be interpreted correctly and all parties involved in the application must provide accurate information.
• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada can sponsor a spousal sponsorship.
• Being a Canadian resident sponsor does not mean that you are eligible to sponsoryourTobecomeasponsor, you must meet the requirements. This includes being an adult(18+), having no criminal record, having no debt, etc. Any application may be rejected if the sponsor does not meet the requirements.
• This means that you are legally married to or living with a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada. This includes things like a criminal record, health status, etc. These reasons may result in your disqualification or rejection of your spouse's sponsorship application. Want to make sure you have a meaningful application for spousal sponsorship prepared? Book a full application review for a professional assessment of whether your paperwork is in order and how to make a more compelling case. 

Why You Need a Counselor to Apply for Spousal Sponsorship?
The application process can be very stressful and take a lot of time. Each required document must be completed meticulously, accurately, and completely. One small mistake can disable an application process. The spousal application is 120-150 pages, including regulatory forms and supporting documents, and can be up to 200 pages if the document is translated.

Most importantly, when it comes to spousal sponsorship applications, applications often exceed government-provided document checklists. If your case is a little complicated, it is important to understand where your application is missing and what documents will convince the visa officer that you deserve permanent residency.

There have been cases of illegal immigration applications, which have caused the Canadian government to be very strict in reviewing and issuing permits for these applications. Consult with the Suma Law office team for the Federal Skilled Worker Program.