Canada Super Visa

The Canada Super Visa is a special long-term, multiple-entry visa that allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to visit their family in Canada for extended periods. Parents and grandparents can visit their children or grandchildren for 5 years at a time with a super visa. It provides multiple entries for a period of up to 10 years.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for a super visa, you must have a host who

  • is your child or grandchild
  • is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada or registered Indian, who must provide a copy of one of the following:
    • the Canadian citizenship document of the host (and of their spouse or common-law partner, if applicable)
    • the permanent resident document of the host (and of their spouse or common-law partner, if applicable)
    • a Secure Certificate of Indian Status or Certificate of Indian Status (status card)
  • is at least 18 years old and lives in Canada
  • meets or exceeds the minimum necessary income
  • signs a letter inviting you to Canada that includes
    • a promise of financial support for the duration of your visit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the super visa is a multi-entry visa. It allows multiple entries for up to 10 years

With a super visa, eligible parents and grandparents can visit family in Canada for 5 years at a time.

A visitor visa only allows for a stay of up to 6 months at a time. If you wish to stay longer, you must apply for an extension and pay a new fee.

In summary, the Canada Super Visa offers a flexible and family-friendly solution for parents and grandparents to spend long, meaningful time with their loved ones in Canada.

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