Overview
The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of eligible hosts in Canada to visit for up to 5 years at a time, with multiple entries up to 10 years (validity depends on passport/issuance).
Who this is for
Suitable if you are:
- A parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident (or eligible host categories listed by IRCC)
- Able to meet Super Visa requirements (including required medical insurance and host support evidence)
Key points
- Your host must meet eligibility requirements and provide supporting documents.
- Super Visa has specific requirements, including health insurance.
Typical supporting documents (examples)
- Applicant passport/identity documents
- Proof of relationship (birth/family documents)
- Host’s status documents + invitation/support evidence
- Proof of medical insurance meeting the Super Visa criteria
- Funding proof (host and/or applicant)
How we support you
We organise the host + applicant evidence into one clear file and ensure relationship, funds, and insurance documentation is complete and aligned.