Canada Super Visa
Canada Super Visa
Canada Super Visa Description
Overview of the Canada Super Visa
The Super Visa for Canada is a special type of visitor visa designed for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows these individuals to stay in Canada for an extended period. This is a great option for families looking to reunite with their loved ones while giving them more flexibility compared to a regular visitor visa, which typically only allows stays of up to 6 months.
To be eligible for a super visa, you must have a host who
is your child or grandchild and
is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
Understanding the Validity Period of a Canada Super Visa
The Super Visa for Canada is typically issued for a multiple-entry visa that is valid for up to 10 years. However, the visa holder can stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time per entry. After the 5-year stay, they can leave and return as many times as needed during the validity of the visa.
How Long Does it Take to Process a Canada Super Visa?
The processing time for a Super Visa from India can take around 137 days.
What is the Cost of a Canada Super Visa?
When applying for a Canada super visa, you are required to pay two main fees:
- Application Fee: This is the primary fee for processing your visa application. As of 2025, the cost is CAD 100 (approximately INR 6,000 – 7,000).
- Biometrics Fee: If you are required to provide biometrics (fingerprints and photograph), there is an additional fee of CAD 85 (approximately INR 5,000 – 6,000).
Important Documents Required
- Valid Passport: Your passport must be valid for at least six months from the date you apply, and it should have at least one empty page for the visa stamp.
- Health insurance: You must have proof of a health insurance policy from either a Canadian insurance company, or an insurance company outside Canada that is approved by the minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship. The health insurance policy should be valid for a minimum of 1 year from the date of entry, be paid in full or in instalments with a deposit (quotes aren’t accepted), it should cover health care, hospitalization and repatriation, provide a minimum of $100,000 of emergency coverage.
- LICO: LICO (Low Income Cut-Offs) is a threshold established by Statistics Canada to indicate the minimum income level required to sustain a household, considering its size and location. For the Super Visa application, the host must provide proof of income that meets or exceeds this threshold, reassuring Canadian immigration authorities of their financial capability to support the visitor during their stay. To demonstrate financial stability, the host must provide : Notice of Assessment (NOA), T4 or T1 Forms for the last tax year, Pay Stubs(last 12 months), Employment Insurance Benefit Statement, Self-Employment Income Verification, Proof of Additional Sources of Income, Employment Letter from the Employer, Attach recent bank statements.
- Letter of invitation: You need a letter of invitation from your host in Canada(child or grandchild), which includes details about the host, travel dates, etc.
- Medical Examination: A medical examination for Canadian immigration purposes is a health screening required to assess if an applicant meets Canada’s health standards for entry. It is typically required to ensure that the applicant does not have any medical conditions that may pose a risk to public health or safety, or cause excessive demand on Canada’s healthcare system. A chest X-ray is required to screen for tuberculosis (TB), a contagious disease. Blood tests are also performed to check for infections such as HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and to assess kidney function through a serum creatinine test. Finally, the applicant’s vaccination history is reviewed to ensure they are up to date with required vaccines like measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), polio, and hepatitis B.
- Proof of Funds: To show that you have enough money for your trip to Canada, you need to provide documents like CA Report, bank statements, pay slips, or a letter from your employer. The amount required depends on how long you plan to stay and your travel plans. For a single person, it’s good to have at least 6 to 7 lakhs INR to show that you can cover your expenses during your stay.
- Occupational Documents:
- If you’re employed, you need to provide evidence of your job and your ability to return to your home country after the visit. Required Documents
- Your position, salary, and length of employment.
- Confirmation that you are on leave and expected to return to your job after the trip.
- Details of the vacation/leave dates and your return date.
- Recent Pay Slips: A few months’ worth of pay slips to show your income and employment history.
- Tax Returns: Copies of your recent tax returns.
- If you own a business or are self-employed, you need to provide proof of your business and financial standing. Required Documents
- Business Registration Documents: Proof of business registration, such as the business license, certificate of incorporation, or partnership agreement.
- Income Tax Returns: Personal and business income tax returns for the last 2-3 years to show stable income and financial stability.
- Financial Statements: Bank statements and other financial documents that demonstrate the financial health of the business.
- If you are a farmer, you need to prove your farming activities and financial stability to show that you are committed to returning to your home country after your visit.
- Required Documents
- Land Ownership Documents: Proof of land ownership, such as the title deed of your farm or lease agreements.
- Agricultural Income Proof/ JForms: Documentation of income generated from farming activities, such as receipts, sales invoices, or financial statements.
- Tax Returns: Personal and farming-related tax returns for the past 2-3 years.
- If you are married, you need to provide your marriage certificate.
- If someone is supporting you financially for the trip, you need to provide their affidavit of support.
- If you have previous international travel experience, you need to provide: Copies of previous visas (e.g., U.S., UK, Canada or Schengen visas).Stamped pages from your passport showing your travel history.
Steps to Apply for a Canada Super Visa
- Free counselling and assessment from our team.
- Documents preparation.
- Submit documents and required information with us.
- Submit your application.
- Payment of fees.
- Biometrics Appointment (If Required).
- Wait for Processing.
- Receive Your Decision.