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"position": 1,
"name": "Home",
"item": "https://www.y-axis.ca/"
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"position": 2,
"name": "Visa",
"item": "https://www.y-axis.ca/visa/"
},{
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"position": 3,
"name": "Visa Dependant",
"item": "https://www.y-axis.ca/visa/dependant/"
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"name": "Visa Dependant Canada",
"item": "https://www.y-axis.ca/visa/dependant/canada/"
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"mainEntity": [{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can a dependent apply for PR in Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Yes, dependents who are sponsored by a Canadian permanent resident or citizen can become permanent residents themselves through Canada’s family sponsorship program. Spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children are eligible for permanent residence once the sponsorship application is approved. After becoming a permanent resident, they can later apply for Canadian citizenship if they meet residency and other criteria. Sponsored dependents must meet medical and background checks to qualify. This is one of the key ways families are reunited in Canada."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What documents are required for a Canada Dependent Visa?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "The required documents vary by relationship type but generally include:
Valid passport
Proof of relationship (marriage certificate, birth certificate, cohabitation proof)
Completed forms (e.g., IMM 1344, IMM 0008, IMM 5406)
Police clearance
Medical exam results
Photos as per IRCC specifications
Financial documents if applicable
Biometrics confirmation
Note: All documents must be clear, complete, and in English or French (or officially translated)."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Does Canada have a dependent visa?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "program, Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or dependent children for permanent residence. There are also temporary dependent visas available for spouses and children of international students and foreign workers, allowing them to join their family in Canada. These visas support Canada’s strong focus on family reunification and long-term integration."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How do I extend a dependent visa in Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "To extend a dependent’s stay in Canada, you must apply for a visitor record, work permit, or study permit, depending on their current status. This must be done at least 30 days before the visa expires. Applications can be submitted online via the IRCC portal. Ensure you include updated documents such as passports, proof of continued relationship, and financial support. If the dependent’s status lapses, they must restore it within 90 days."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the processing time for a Canada Dependent Visa (spouse)?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "The processing time for a Canada Dependent visa is as follows:
Inland Spouse Sponsorship: 12 to 15 months
Outland Spouse Sponsorship: 8 to 12 months
Note: These times can be longer if the application is incomplete or if background checks require extra processing. You can track your specific case using IRCC’s Check Processing Times tool."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Can a spouse work on a dependent visa in Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Yes, spouses or common-law partners of Canadian citizens or PRs being sponsored for PR can usually apply for an open work permit while their inland application is being processed. This allows them to work for any employer in Canada. Spouses of international students and foreign workers may also qualify for open work permits, provided the main applicant meets certain criteria. This gives sponsored spouses the ability to financially contribute while awaiting PR approval."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the Canada Dependent Visa for a spouse?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "The Spouse or Common-law Partner Sponsorship stream allows Canadian citizens or PRs to sponsor their legally married spouse or partner for permanent residency. It can be done via the inland or outland route, depending on where the applicant resides. Once approved, the spouse receives PR status and can live, work, and access healthcare in Canada. During processing, inland applicants may also be eligible for an open work permit."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "What is the age limit for dependents in Canada?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "To be eligible as a dependent child, the child must be:
Under 22 years old, and
Not married or in a common-law relationship.
Children aged 22 or older may still qualify if they are financially dependent on their parents due to a physical or mental condition."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "How much does a Canada Dependent Visa cost?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "The cost of a Canada Dependent Visa depends on who you’re sponsoring. As of 2024, sponsoring a spouse or common-law partner costs a total of CAD $1,205, which includes the sponsorship fee, processing fee, and the right of permanent residence fee. If you’re sponsoring a dependent child, the fee is CAD $170 per child. In addition, most applicants must pay a biometrics fee of CAD $85 per person or CAD $170 per family. All fees must be paid online when submitting your application."
}
},{
"@type": "Question",
"name": "Does Canada issue dependent visas?",
"acceptedAnswer": {
"@type": "Answer",
"text": "Yes, Canada provides dependent visas under its Family Sponsorship and temporary resident programs. These visas allow eligible family members—like spouses, partners, and children—to join their sponsor in Canada, either permanently or temporarily. The process supports Canada’s family reunification goals and is available to both permanent residents and temporary foreign workers or students."
}
}]
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