Introduction
The Canadian Super Visa offers a fantastic opportunity for Canadian citizens and permanent residents to bring their parents and grandparents to Canada for extended visits. Unlike standard visitor visas, the Super Visa allows for multiple entries within a 10-year period, with stay lasting up to five years. This blog post will provide an overview of the Super Visa program, including eligibility criteria, application requirements, and important considerations.
Who is Eligible for a Super Visa?
To be eligible for a Super Visa, you must meet the following criteria:
Be a parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
Have a valid passport.
Maintain medical insurance with a minimum coverage of CAD $100,000 per person.
Demonstrate sufficient financial support to cover the costs of their stay in Canada.
Meet the medical requirements, including a medical exam.
Application Process
The Super Visa application process involves several steps:
Gather necessary documents: This includes passports, medical insurance, proof of financial support, and a completed application form.
Submit the application: Applications can be submitted online or by mail.
Biometrics: Applicants may be required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph).
Medical examination: Applicants must undergo a medical examination by a designated panel physician.
Minimum amount of income needed for Supervisa:
Number of family members & income required
1 : C$ 29380
2 : C$ 36576
3 : C$ 44966
4 : C$ 54594
5 : C$ 61920
6 : C$ 69834
7 : C$ 77750
If more than 7 people, for each additional family member, add: C$ 7916
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