Can I invite just one of my parents to Canada?
Yes, you can. It is not necessary to invite both parents. However, details of the non-accompanying parent or partner will still need to be mentioned in the application form.
Can my parent’s common-law partner apply for the super visa?
Yes, your parent’s spouse (i.e. your non-biological parent) or a common-law partner is eligible to apply for the super visa and accompany them to Canada once they are granted the visa. However, their dependents will not be eligible for a super visa.
My parents are visiting me in Canada on a TRV, can they apply for a super visa while here in Canada?
No, they must apply for a super visa from their home country as required by the Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) rules. The application can be made both on paper and online. However, online application is advisable for faster processing.
What is the application processing time for a super visa?
While as per IRCC, it takes a few weeks or less for Super Visa applications to be processed, it varies according to the country parents or grandparents apply from. Once you have a super visa application in progress, you can check the status online on IRCC’s website for more accurate information on this.
Will my parents or grandparents become permanent residents of Canada with a super visa?
No, they will not become permanent Canadian residents. They will remain temporary residents and must return to their home country once the duration of their stay is over. If you want them to become permanent Canadian residents, then you should have them apply for the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program (PGP). Talk to us for more details.
Can my parents take up employment while in Canada on the super visa?
No, IRCC does not permit super visa holders to work in Canada. If your parents and grandparents intend to take up work. Only residents, students, citizens and people with valid work permits can work in Canada.
