Bring your parents or grandparents to Canada for extended visits with the Parent and Grandparent Super Visa. This program is designed for families who want longer stays than a regular visitor visa—while meeting IRCC requirements for income and medical insurance.

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What is the Parents & Grandparents Super Visa?

A Super Visa is a multiple-entry visa that can be valid for up to 10 years, and it allows eligible parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit.
Parents and grandparents in Canada on a Super Visa can also apply for a 2-year extension while they’re still in Canada.

Not sure if Super Visa is right for you?

If your parent only needs a short trip (up to 6 months at a time), a regular visitor visa may be enough.

Who can apply?

Eligible applicants

Your parent or grandparent may be eligible if they meet IRCC’s Super Visa requirements, including:

• Relationship to a child or grandchild who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• A host in Canada who meets the minimum necessary income (MNI) requirement
• Proof of Canadian medical insurance meeting Super Visa standards

Key requirements (the most important parts)

1) Invitation letter + financial support from the host

The host (child/grandchild in Canada) provides an invitation letter confirming the visit details and financial support, as required for the Super Visa package.

2) Minimum necessary income (MNI)

IRCC requires the host to meet the minimum necessary income based on family size. Your host can confirm this using IRCC’s guidance on family size and the income table.

3) Medical insurance (Super Visa-specific)

Super Visa applicants must provide proof of medical insurance that meets IRCC requirements—commonly including:

• From a Canadian insurance company
• Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry
• Minimum $100,000 coverage (and covers health care/hospitalization; related wording appears in IRCC document checklists)

4) Medical exam (when required)

Super Visa applications commonly involve a medical exam requirement based on IRCC instructions and your case facts. (We guide you on timing and what to expect.)

Documents checklist

(Exact requirements depend on the country of residence and IRCC document checklist for that application.)

From the applicant (parents/grandparents)

• Passport and travel history (visas/stamps)
• Proof of relationship to the host (e.g., birth certificate or equivalent)
• Medical insurance policy meeting Super Visa requirements
• Purpose-of-travel and ties to home country (family, finances, property, obligations)

From the host in Canada

• Proof of status in Canada (PR card/citizenship proof)
• Invitation letter + support details
• Proof of meeting minimum income (based on IRCC guidance)

Common refusal risks (and how we reduce them)

Weak ties to the home country

We help present strong evidence that the applicant will leave Canada at the end of their authorized stay (employment/pension, family responsibilities, assets, etc.).

Incomplete insurance or wrong policy terms

We confirm the policy meets Super Visa requirements (coverage amount, validity length, Canadian provider, and required details).

Income documentation not matching family size

We verify the correct family size and income evidence according to IRCC guidance.

Inconsistent travel purpose or unclear plan

We draft a clean travel plan and ensure forms, dates, and supporting documents are consistent.

Our Super Visa application support

1) Eligibility review + strategy

We confirm whether Super Visa is the best option vs. visitor visa, and identify refusal risks early.

2) Personalized checklist + document review

You get a practical checklist for the applicant and the host, based on your situation.

3) Forms + supporting letters

We prepare and review forms and create a strong Letter of Explanation (LOE) and invitation/support letter package.

We do a full consistency check (dates, names, travel history, finances, insurance, uploads) before submission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is a Super Visa different from a visitor visa?

IRCC notes Super Visa holders can stay up to 5 years at a time, while a visitor visa is generally up to 6 months at a time.

How long is the Super Visa valid?

IRCC describes Super Visa as a multiple-entry visa that can be valid for up to 10 years (passport validity may affect this).

Can my parents extend their stay in Canada?

Yes—parents/grandparents in Canada on a Super Visa can apply for a 2-year extension while still in Canada.

Is Super Visa guaranteed?

No. Like any temporary resident application, IRCC assesses eligibility, documents, and overall circumstances.

Where do we apply?

IRCC provides the Super Visa option within the visitor visa application process (apply online, with Super Visa-specific documents).

Book a consultation

If you want to bring your parents or grandparents to Canada, we can help you prepare a complete, well-organized Super Visa application with the right income and insurance documentation.

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Disclaimer

This page is of general information only and not legal advice. Requirements and outcomes depend on your facts and IRCC discretion. Always refer to the official IRCC instructions and document checklist for your application.