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Super Visa, What makes It SUPER
The Super Visa is a multi-entry visa that provides multiple entries for a period up to 10 years. The Super Visa allows an individual to stay for up to two years at a time in Canada.
To be eligible for a super visa, you must:
- Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada.
- have a signed letter from your child or grandchild who invites you to Canada that includes:
1- A promise of financial support for the length of your visit.
2- The list and number of people in the household of this person.
3- A copy of this person’s Canadian citizenship or permanent resident document. - Have medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company that is:
1- Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry.
2- At least $100,000 coverage.
3- Have proof that the medical insurance has been paid (quotes aren’t accepted).
Requirements for Super Visa
You must also:
- Apply for a super visa from outside Canada.
- Be allowed to enter Canada.
- Take an immigration medical exam.
- Meet certain other conditions.
Financial support (proof of funds)
The child or grandchild who invites you must prove that their household meets the minimum necessary income. Examples of proof of funds are:
- Notice of Assessment (NOA) or T4/T1 for the most recent tax year.
- Employment Insurance stubs.
- Employment letter including salary and date of hiring.
- Pay stubs.
- Bank statements.
Other conditions
You must be a genuine visitor to Canada who will leave by choice at the end of your visit. What the government looks for when you apply:
- Your ties to your home country.
- The purpose of your visit.
- Your family and finances.
- The overall economic and political stability of your home country.
If you want to find out about the entire process and what is needed as well as evaluate your chances of obtaining a Super Visa, please contact us.