Visit your family in Canada for extended periods with the Super Visa program for eligible parents and grandparents.
| Factor | Typical Requirement |
|---|---|
| Family Relationship | Parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident |
| Invitation | Invitation from the child or grandchild living in Canada |
| Financial Support | The host must meet the applicable minimum income requirements |
| Medical Examination | Medical examination may be required depending on the applicant circumstances |
| Medical Insurance | Qualifying private medical insurance coverage is required |
We review your family relationship, host details and overall Super Visa eligibility.
We identify and organise the documents required from the applicant and Canadian host.
We prepare the application package and review supporting documentation for completeness.
We guide you through application submission and applicable processing steps.
We provide guidance on additional requests and next steps during the application process.
Eligible parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents may apply, subject to the applicable requirements.
Generally, the applicant needs an invitation letter from their child or grandchild in Canada.
Yes. Applicants generally need qualifying private medical insurance coverage that meets the applicable requirements.
A medical examination may be required depending on the applicant circumstances and applicable immigration requirements.
The Super Visa is specifically designed for eligible parents and grandparents and can provide longer visits than a regular visitor visa.