Super Visa of Parents After Reconsideration Request – Real Success Story + Full Guide
If you already have PR or citizenship in Canada, then applying for a Super Visa for your parents is always a stronger option compared to a normal visitor visa.
In this blog, I am sharing a real success story where a Super Visa was approved after a reconsideration request, along with complete details about eligibility, income requirements, insurance, and how Super Visa is different from a visitor visa.
This guide is especially useful if your parents have already received a refusal or if you are planning to apply soon through a professional consultant like Globexa Immigration.
1. Real Success Story – Super Visa Approved After Refusal
Recently, we worked on a case where the parents of a client received a refusal on 12 February. The refusal reason mentioned that the applicant had not provided acceptable health insurance.
However, the truth was completely different. The insurance was already submitted in the original application, but the visa officer likely missed it.
So instead of reapplying, we submitted a reconsideration request to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and attached the same insurance proof again.
Result:
The application was reopened and both parents received their Super Visa approval on 6 March, within just one month.
What did the client save?
- No need to pay the visa fee again
- No need to submit a new application
- Time saved (decision in 1 month)
- Most importantly – their record now shows zero refusals
This proves one very important thing:
If your application has merit, always submit a reconsideration request.
2. Why Super Visa is Better Than Visitor Visa for Parents
Many people still apply for a normal visitor visa, even when they are eligible for a Super Visa. But the Super Visa has clear advantages.
1. Parents Can Stay in Canada for 5 Years in One Stretch
A visitor visa normally allows only short stays. But with a Super Visa, your parents can stay in Canada for up to 5 years continuously.
2. Higher Chances of Approval
A visitor visa is highly subjective. It depends completely on the visa officer.
But a Super Visa is more objective because:
- Income requirement is clearly defined
- Medical is mandatory
- Health insurance is mandatory
When all requirements are fulfilled properly, the chances of approval increase significantly.
3. Better Long-Term Planning
If your parents are already staying in Canada on a Super Visa, it becomes easier to plan future options like:
- Parents PR lottery
- Long-term stays with family
- Multiple visits without stress
3. Who Can Apply for Super Visa?
You can apply for a Super Visa only if:
- You have PR or Citizenship of Canada
- You are inviting your parents or grandparents
- You meet the required income level
- You provide medical and insurance
If you do NOT have PR or citizenship yet, then only a visitor visa is possible.
4. Super Visa vs Visitor Visa – Main Differences
Here are the biggest differences people should understand before applying.
Income Requirement
- Visitor visa → No fixed income rule
- Super Visa → Income must meet the required threshold
Medical Requirement
- Visitor visa → Usually not required
- Super Visa → Medical examination is compulsory
Health Insurance
- Visitor visa → Not mandatory
- Super Visa → 1-year health insurance of CAD 100,000 per parent is mandatory
This is why a Super Visa looks stronger to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
5. Income Requirement for Super Visa (Simple Explanation)
Income depends on the total number of family members in Canada plus the parents you are inviting.
For example:
Scenario 1: Single person inviting both parents
Family count = 3
Required income ≈ CAD 47,000
Scenario 2: Married couple inviting husband’s parents
Family count = 4
Required income ≈ CAD 57,000
Scenario 3: Husband and wife inviting both sets of parents
Family count = 6
Required income ≈ CAD 73,000
Important Point
If you are married, both husband and wife’s income can be combined.
Even if one person is earning zero, the application can still work if the other spouse meets the income requirement.
6. Health Insurance Requirement for Super Visa
This is one of the most important parts of the application.
Minimum Requirement
- CAD 100,000 coverage per parent
- Must be valid in Canada
- Must be valid for at least 1 year
Best Strategy
- Take insurance from a Canadian company
- Pay only the first month amount initially
- Start the policy only when parents actually travel
Usually, the initial cost is around:
- ₹12,000 – ₹18,000 per parent (approx.)
7. Why Reconsideration Request Is So Important
Many applicants think that once they receive a refusal, they must reapply immediately.
That is not always true.
If the application was strong and documents were already submitted correctly, a reconsideration request can reopen the same file.
Benefits of Reconsideration
- No new visa fee
- Faster decision
- Refusal removed from record
- Saves time and money
At Globexa Immigration, reconsideration is submitted in most cases where the application has merit.
8. When Should You Apply for Super Visa Instead of Visitor Visa?
You should definitely apply for Super Visa if:
- You already have PR or citizenship
- Your income is strong
- You want parents to stay long term
- You want higher approval chances
- You want to avoid multiple refusals
Final Words
This real success story clearly shows that:
- Refusal does NOT mean the case is weak
- Reconsideration can work if documents are correct
- Super Visa is much stronger than a visitor visa
- Proper guidance makes a huge difference
If you are planning to apply for your parents’ Super Visa or your previous application was refused, it is always better to apply with professional support from Globexa Immigration.