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Super Visa of Canada – A Complete Guide by Globexa Immigration
If you are a Permanent Resident (PR) or Citizen of Canada, you can bring your parents or grandparents to stay with you in Canada for an extended period through the Super Visa program.
Unlike a regular visitor visa, a Super Visa allows your parents or grandparents to stay for up to 5 years at a time without the need to leave Canada every 6 months.
At Globexa Immigration, we guide you through every step — from eligibility checks to documentation and application submission — so your family can reunite smoothly.
1. Why Choose a Super Visa Over a Visitor Visa?
Longer Stay: Stay up to 5 years per entry compared to 6 months for a visitor visa.
Multiple Entry Validity: Valid for up to 10 years.
Stronger Approval Chances: Considered a more robust application than a standard visitor visa if eligibility requirements are met.
Family Convenience: No need to repeatedly leave and re-enter Canada.
2. Who Can Apply for a Super Visa?
The applicant must be:
Parent or grandparent of a Canadian PR or Citizen.
Invited by a host who is at least 18 years old.
Sponsored by a host who meets the minimum Canadian income requirement.
3. Canadian Income Requirement for Hosts
The host in Canada must meet the Minimum Necessary Income (MNI) based on family size.
Family size includes:
Host and their spouse/partner
Dependent children in Canada
Parents/grandparents already sponsored (even if not currently in Canada)
Example:
Husband + Wife + 2 Kids + 2 Parents = 6 family members → Approx. $70,000 CAD annual income required.
Adding more sponsored parents increases the requirement — e.g., 8 members = $86,000 CAD.
4. Stay Duration & Entry Rules
Stay up to 5 years in one stretch.
Can leave and re-enter multiple times within visa validity.
No work rights on Super Visa — it is strictly for visiting.
5. Key Documents Required
From the Host in Canada:
PR Card or Citizenship proof.
Proof of income (tax returns, pay slips, employment letter).
Invitation letter stating commitment to financially support the parents.
Proof of meeting income requirement.
From the Applicant (Parent/Grandparent):
Valid passport.
Medical exam from an IRCC-approved panel physician.
Health insurance from a Canadian provider:
Coverage of at least $100,000 CAD per applicant.
Minimum 1-year validity.
Flexibility for start date changes and refunds if visa refused.
Financial proof (at least $5,000 CAD per applicant recommended — more & older funds are better).
Proof of relationship to host (birth certificate, passport mentioning parents’ names).
Statement of Purpose (SOP) clearly stating reason for visit and strong ties to home country.
6. Super Visa vs. Visitor Visa – Which to Choose?
| Feature | Visitor Visa | Super Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum stay per entry | 6 months | 5 years |
| Validity | Up to 10 years | Up to 10 years |
| Income requirement | No | Yes |
| Medical exam required | Usually no | Yes |
| Health insurance required | No | Yes |
Recommendation:
If you meet the income requirement, Super Visa is the better choice — stronger application, longer stay, and less hassle.
7. Application Process
Eligibility Check – We review host & applicant eligibility.
Document Preparation – Income proofs, medical, insurance, SOP, relationship proof.
Application Submission – Online or paper application from outside Canada.
Decision & Travel – On approval, travel to Canada and enjoy up to 5 years’ stay.
8. Important Notes
Cannot apply for Super Visa from inside Canada — must apply from outside.
No Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) is required.
Funds can be shown in either the host’s or applicant’s account.
Medical insurance is crucial — must be comprehensive and flexible.
9. How Globexa Immigration Helps
Personalized income requirement calculations based on your family size.
Document checklist and review to maximize approval chances.
Guidance on health insurance selection with refund flexibility.
Drafting a strong SOP with a clear travel purpose and proof of ties to home country.
Complete application handling from start to finish.
