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Filing a Common-Law Sponsorship with IRCC Canada When You Are Not Legally Divorced
Filing a common-law sponsorship in Canada while still legally married can be confusing under IRCC rules. The good news is that it’s possible if you can prove you’ve been separated from your spouse and have a genuine, continuous relationship with your common-law partner. This guide explains IRCC’s definition of common-law partnership, required proof of separation and cohabitation, and key documentation to strengthen your application. Learn how to avoid misrepresentation and ensure your sponsorship is processed smoothly.
Canada Increases Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Cap for 2025 – More Families Can Reunite!
Canada Expands Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship Program for 2025 – More Families Can Reunite
Canada has raised the application cap for the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) to 25,000 for 2025, up from 15,000, giving more families a chance to reunite. Canadian citizens and permanent residents who submitted an Interest to Sponsor form in 2020 may still be eligible when new invitations are issued.
For those looking for an alternative, the Super Visa allows long-term stays of up to five years, with the possibility of extensions under a 10-year multiple-entry visa.