Spousal sponsorship Canada checklist

Document Checklist: Spouse (Including Dependent Children)

"Applications; Forms; Spouse or common-law partner in Canada class; conjugal partner; dependent child"

The Blog outlines the requirements and procedures for submitting a Spousal/Common-law partner sponsorship application from within Canada. It consists of a detailed questionnaire and a checklist of documents needed, such as identification, marriage certificates, educational diplomas, and work permits. Applicants must provide comprehensive information about themselves and their sponsors, including personal history over the last decade, marital status, and any previous relationships. The form also includes sensitive questions regarding criminal history, health issues, and immigration status that could affect the application. The questionnaire aims to collect necessary details to facilitate the review process, and additional documentation may be requested later.

This questionnaire and document checklist are not exhaustive but are designed to give a general overview of the information and documentation that should accompany the application for Spousal/Common-law partner sponsorship.

SPOUSAL PR CHECKLIST  

PRINCIPAL APPLICANT PROOFS

 Principal applicant Passport (Front, Visa sticker, stamps & Back page)

 Principal applicant Proof of status in Canada (e.g., copy of temporary resident visa, study permit or work permit, temporary resident permit, including out of status documentation)

 Registered Marriage certificate

 Digital Photo of principal applicant  (Please see last page to check the proper details)

 Evidence of all legal name changes for you and your spouse

 A copy of your financial documents, Bank statement of principal applicant

 Principal applicant Police clearance certificate & RCMP

 Principal applicant National ID

 Principal applicant All Academics

 Principal applicant Birth Certificate (if applicable)

  Principal applicant Medical Exam  

SPONSOR PROOFS:

 PR Card  of sponsor  (both sides) or CoPR/electronic CoPR(eCoPR)-if Permanent Resident

 Canadian passport or Canadian Citizenship certificate or card (both sides) of sponsor 

 Passport (Front, Visa sticker, stamps & Back page)  of sponsor. 

 Current Employment letter with last three pay stubs of sponsor .

 Financial Documents including Bank statements, or Bank certificate of sponsor .

 Notice of Assessments & T4s of sponsor  .

 Please write a short story from first meet to purpose and till today (include when and where you first met and how was your first meeting and who introduced you, how much time you lived together and where you lived and have you visited each other, when you are not together, how you contact each other)  

PROOF OF RELATIONSHIP:  

Note*: you must provide evidence that the relationship between you and your sponsor is genuine.  

 Photos of your wedding, celebrations, engagement, outings etc. Provide 20-25 photos to support your relationships (taken at different times and places).

 Proof of Contact (Call history, & chat history etc.)

 Bills (wedding bills, hotel bills, resort bills & any other bills)

 Proof of cohabitation (e.g., any online shopping record)

 Proof of joint ownership of residential property.

 Support Letter from landlord (if they can provide)

 Rental agreement showing both of your occupancy.

 Proof of joint utility accounts (e.g., electricity, gas, telephone, internet, grocery), joint credit card accounts, or joint bank accounts. (Submit a minimum of 1 joint bill).

 Vehicle insurance if on the name of both you and your sponsor

 Copies of government issued documents for you and your sponsor showing the same address (e.g., driver's licenses) (Submit a minimum of 1 government issued document for each person).

 Other documents issued to you or your sponsor showing the same address, whether the accounts are held jointly or not (e.g., cell phone bills, pay stubs, tax forms, bank or credit card statements, insurance policies). (Submit a minimum of 1 document for each person.)

 Proof of social media accounts, other proofs that recognize your relationship with your friends & family members (e.g., letter from friends/family, information showing a public relationship)

 A copy of your child birth certificate (if applicable)          

Key Insights

• Detailed documentation is essential for the application, including identification, educational certificates, and marital records.
• The questionnaire should be completed thoroughly, providing as much detail as possible for better clarity and ease of processing.
• Personal history for the last ten years is required, emphasizing the importance of transparency in the application.
• Applicants must answer sensitive questions regarding criminal records and health issues, indicating the stringent vetting process.
• The form allows for additional information, suggesting flexibility in addressing unique circumstances or clarifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What documents are required for the Spousal/Common-law partner application?

Applicants need to submit identification, marriage certificates, educational diplomas, work permits, and any relevant personal history documents.

How should the questionnaire be completed and submitted?

The questionnaire can be filled out on a computer for legibility and should be sent back in PDF form.

What if some questions do not apply to my situation?

If any questions are not relevant, applicants should indicate “N/A” to show that those questions do not pertain to their circumstances.

Will I be asked for additional documents after submitting my application?

Yes, additional documentation may be requested upon review of the submitted information.