Outland Spousal Sponsorship Canada
What is Outland Spousal Sponsorship?
Outland Spousal Sponsorship is a process through which a Canadian citizen or permanent resident can sponsor their spouse or partner who is residing outside of Canada for immigration to Canada. Unlike Inland Spousal Sponsorship, which is for spouses or partners already living in Canada, Outland Spousal Sponsorship is for couples where one person is living in Canada and the other is living abroad.
Here are some key points about Outland Spousal Sponsorship:
Outland Spousal Sponsorship General Requirements
The Outland Spousal Sponsorship program allows a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner who is residing outside of Canada. Here are the general requirements for the Outland Spousal Sponsorship:
Sponsor Eligibility:
- You must be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- If you are a Canadian citizen living outside of Canada, you must intend to return to Canada to reside with your sponsored spouse or partner.
Relationship Requirements:
- You must be legally married to your spouse or have a genuine and valid common-law relationship.
- For common-law relationships, you need to demonstrate that you have been living together continuously for at least one year.
Financial Responsibility:
- As a sponsor, you need to demonstrate that you can financially support your spouse or partner and any dependents.
- You must meet the minimum income requirements set by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) based on your family size.
Medical and Criminal Inadmissibility:
- Both the sponsor and the sponsored spouse or partner must undergo medical examinations by approved panel physicians to ensure they meet the health requirements.
- Criminal and security background checks will be conducted for both parties to determine admissibility.
Proof of Genuine Relationship:
You must provide evidence to demonstrate the genuineness of your relationship. This may include documents such as marriage certificates, joint financial records, photographs together, communication records, and other supporting documents.
Application and Documentation:
- Complete the sponsorship application forms provided by IRCC accurately and thoroughly.
- Pay the sponsorship fee and provide all required supporting documents, including identity documents, relationship proof, financial documents, and other supporting evidence.
Processing Times:
The processing times for Outland Spousal Sponsorship applications may vary and can be longer compared to inland applications. It is important to check the current processing times on the IRCC website.