Dependent Child Sponsorship
Sponsor your dependent children, including adopted children, to become permanent residents.
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Overview
This category allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their biological or adopted children under 22 years old who are unmarried, or older children who depend on their parents due to a mental or physical condition. In rare cases, Canadian citizens and permanent residents may sponsor other relatives, such as orphaned siblings, nieces, nephews, or grandchildren under 18, or a close relative if they have no other eligible family members.
Who This Is For
- Biological or adopted children under 22 (unmarried)
- Older children dependent due to mental/physical condition
- Orphaned siblings, nieces, nephews, grandchildren under 18 (rare cases)
- "Lonely Canadian" (close relative if no other family)
Eligibility Highlights
- Eligibility: Child must meet dependency requirements
- Inclusion: Mandatory even if they live with another parent or guardian
- Commitment: Sponsors are responsible for supporting the child for 10 years or until they turn 25, whichever comes first
- Other Family Members: Require specific circumstances and careful review
Required Documents
Application Process
How we help you through this application
Dependency Assessment
We confirm your child meets the dependent definition.
Document Preparation
We gather all proof of relationship and dependency.
Application Submission
We submit the sponsorship application and monitor progress.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Learn from others' experiences to strengthen your application
Age-Out Issues
Child turning 22 during processing and no longer qualifying.
Missing Custody Documents
Not providing proper custody documentation for children.
Incomplete Adoption Records
Missing required documents for international adoptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about dependent child sponsorship
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