Are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident dreaming of reuniting with your parents or grandparents for extended stays? The Super Visa Canada is your solution! This long-term visa allows loved ones to visit for up to 5 years per entry and stay in Canada for nearly a decade with renewals. In this guide, we’ll break down the 2024-2025 Super Visa requirements, fees, processing times, insurance, and FAQs to simplify your journey.
Why Choose a Super Visa?
Stay Longer: Unlike a regular visitor visa, the Super Visa allows stays of up to 5 years per entry.
Multiple Entries: Valid for 10 years, making repeat visits hassle-free.
No PR Sponsorship Needed: Perfect if you can’t meet the financial requirements for permanent residency (PR) sponsorship.
To apply, you (the host) and your parents/grandparents must meet these Super Visa requirements:
Invitation Letter: A signed letter from you (the host) pledging financial support.
Proof of Relationship: Birth certificates or legal documents confirming family ties.
Income Requirement 2024: Your household must meet IRCC’s Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO). For 2024:
Family of 4: Minimum $43,556 annual income.
Use our LICO Calculator to confirm eligibility.
Super Visa Insurance: Mandatory medical coverage from a Canadian provider for at least $100,000, valid for 1 year.
Note: Super Visa rules are updated annually. Book a consultation to ensure your application aligns with 2025 guidelines.
Prepare Documents: Invitation letter, proof of income, insurance, and more.
Complete Forms: Fill out IRCC’s application package (IMM 5257).
Submit Online: Use the IRCC Super Visa login portal for faster processing.
Wait for Approval: Current Super Visa processing time is 90-120 days (varies by country).
Pro Tip: Avoid delays by double-checking documents. Missing details can extend processing times!
IRCC Fees: 100CAD(visa)+100CAD(visa)+85 CAD (biometrics).
Super Visa Insurance Cost: Starts at $1,800/year for a 65-year-old. Monthly payment plans available.
Top Providers: Manulife, Allianz, and Sun Life offer tailored Super Visa insurance quotes.
Why is it mandatory? It ensures visitors don’t burden Canada’s healthcare system.
What’s Covered?
Emergency medical care
Hospitalization
Repatriation
Compare Super Visa insurance monthly payment plans here to find affordable options.
Your income must meet IRCC’s LICO. For 2024, a family of 4 needs $43,556/year.
2 .What is Minimum necessary income requirements.(LICO 2025)
| Size of Family Unit | Minimum Household Income (Gross) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $29,380 |
| 2 persons | $36,576 |
| 3 persons | $44,966 |
| 4 persons | $54,594 |
| 5 persons | $61,920 |
| 6 persons | $69,834 |
| 7 persons | $77,750 |
| Each Additional Person | + $7,916 |
Gross Income: Income must be proven through tax documents (T4, NOA) or employment letters.
LICO Updates: These figures are updated annually by IRCC. For 2025 applications, verify the latest numbers here.
Who Counts as “Family”? Includes the host (sponsor), their dependents, and the visiting parent/grandparent.
Regional Variations: Income requirements apply nationwide; no adjustments for province-specific costs.
Example: If you’re a family of 5 (host + spouse + 2 kids + 1 parent), your minimum required income is $61,920.
Why Trust This Table?
✅ Based on IRCC’s official 2024 LICO guidelines.
✅ Updated for accuracy by Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC).
✅ Simplified for easy understanding.
For personalized help calculating your eligibility, use our free Super Visa Income Calculator or contact CTIV for expert guidance.
A Super Visa is a temporary multi-entry visa, while PR grants permanent residency. The Super Visa is ideal for families not ready for PR sponsorship.
Up to 5 years per entry, with options to extend.
A letter from you (the host) confirming financial support, ties to Canada, and the visitor’s purpose.
As Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC), we bring:
✅ Expertise: 15+ years in family reunification visas.
✅ Transparent Fees: No hidden costs.
✅ Personalized Support: From insurance quotes to document reviews.
“CTIV made the Super Visa process seamless!” – Maria S., Toronto
Don’t navigate the Super Visa Canada process alone. Let CTIVCI handle the paperwork, insurance, and IRCC updates while you focus on planning memories!
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To work in Canada on a temporary basis, foreign workers need the work permit. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) approve Canada work visas under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
If you and your same-sex common-law partner have lived together in a conjugal relationship for at least a year, you can sponsor them. Generally, you must provide proof of this union, such as joint financial records, property, mail, or purchases. You can sponsor your same-sex partner if you have been in a conjugal relationship for at least one year
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