SPONSORING OTHER RELATIVES
Under certain situations, you can sponsor other relatives besides your immediate family members.
Who can be Sponsored
If you do not have any relative mentioned below who:
- is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, Indian (Native, registered under the Indian Act)
- have an application for permanent residence that is being currently processed
Then you can sponsor:
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Your brother, sister, nephew, niece, grandson or granddaughter, who are orphaned, under the age of 18, and not married or in a common-law relationship
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another relative if you do not have a spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner, or one of the following living relatives below (excluding the person you wish to sponsor) which you could sponsor instead:
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a child
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a mother or father
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brother or sister
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uncle or aunt
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nephew or niece
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Who can Sponsor
You can sponsor if you are:
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At least 18 years of age
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A Canadian permanent resident living in Canada or a Canadian citizen
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Not in prison, bankrupt, under a removal order (if a permanent resident) or charged with a serious offence
Need more information about the program?
We always advise clients to discuss their specific situation with an expert who can help steer you in the right direction. We offer one-to-one consultations as well in which our consultants will understand our clients requirements and will be available to answer any questions in the most precise manner. This process not only adds value but also avoids common mistakes that an applicant is prone to without having a professional consultation. We are your partner in this process, so feel free to book your consultation now!
