Super Visa
For Parents and Grandparents
To qualify for a super visa you must be:
- A parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
- Allowed to enter Canada with no restrictions
There are also certain requirements which have to be met in order to qualify, which are:
- Proof that your child or grandchild in Canada meets the minimum income threshold
- A written statement from your child or grandchild stating that he or she will provide financial support for you
- A valid Canadian medical insurance coverage for at least one year
- Medical examination letter
Only a spouse or common-law partner can enter Canada using this visa
There are certain factors a visa officer will investigate in order to determine that you are an authentic visitor who will leave voluntarily at the end of your visit, these are:
- Connections to your home country
- Reasons for your visit
- Your family and finances
- The overall economic and political stability of your home country
- An invitation from a Canadian host.