👵👴 Canada Super Visa – For Parents and Grandparents

The Canada Super Visa is a long-term, multiple-entry visa designed specifically for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows them to stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time without the need to renew their status, and the visa is typically valid for up to 10 years.

🏆 Key Features of the Super Visa

  • Stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit

  • Multiple entries allowed over 10 years

  • Faster and more flexible than regular visitor visas

  • Does not require permanent residency status

  • Ideal for extended family visits and care purposes

✅ Eligibility Criteria

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  • Have a signed invitation letter from your child/grandchild in Canada

  • Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident

  • Undergo a medical examination and obtain health insurance

  • Prove you will leave Canada at the end of your stay

  • Show strong ties to your home country

  • Provide proof of income from your sponsor in Canada

📋 Documents Required

  • Valid passport

  • Letter of invitation from child or grandchild in Canada

  • Proof of relationship (birth certificate, etc.)

  • Proof of medical insurance from a Canadian company

    • Minimum coverage: CAD $100,000

    • Valid for at least 1 year from date of entry

  • Proof of financial support from sponsor

    • Notice of Assessment (NOA)

    • Employment letter or recent pay stubs

  • Medical exam results

  • Completed visa application form (IMM 5257)

  • Photographs as per specifications

  • Proof of ties to home country (property, family, job, etc.)

💡 Minimum Income Requirement for Sponsor

The child or grandchild must meet a minimum income threshold, based on the number of people in the family unit. Proof can be shown using:

  • CRA Notice of Assessment (NOA)

  • T4/T1 forms

  • Employment letter and pay stubs

  • Bank statements

💼 Why Choose Born To Shine Overseas for Super Visa?

At Born To Shine Overseas, we offer expert guidance and support for Super Visa applications, including:

  • Assessing eligibility

  • Assisting with documents and forms

  • Health insurance support

  • Drafting a professional invitation letter

  • Full visa application filing & updates

  • Interview preparation (if required)