Super Visa
What is a Canadian Super Visa?
A Super Visa is a long-term visitor visa that allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to visit Canada for extended periods. Unlike a regular visitor visa, a Super Visa allows stays of up to 5 years per entry and is typically issued for up to 10 years, depending on passport validity. It does not give the right to work or study.
Who can apply for a Super Visa?
Only parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents are eligible. Other relatives, including siblings, aunts, uncles, or in-laws, are not eligible. The applicant must apply from outside Canada and meet all visitor admissibility requirements.
What are the main requirements for a Super Visa?
The applicant must show they are a genuine temporary visitor and meet medical and admissibility requirements. The Canadian child or grandchild must meet a minimum income requirement and provide a written invitation and financial support commitment. Mandatory private medical insurance from a Canadian insurer is required and must cover healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation for at least one year.
How long can you stay in Canada on a Super Visa?
A Super Visa allows stays of up to 5 years per entry without the need to apply for a visitor record extension. Multiple entries are allowed as long as the visa remains valid.
Is medical insurance mandatory?
Yes. Medical insurance is a core requirement. The insurance must be issued by a Canadian insurance company, be valid for at least one year, and provide a minimum coverage of CAD $100,000. Proof of paid insurance is required at the time of application and may be checked again at the border.
Can a Super Visa be refused?
Yes. A Super Visa can be refused if the officer is not satisfied that the applicant is a genuine temporary visitor, if financial requirements are not met, if insurance is insufficient or unclear, or if there are medical or admissibility concerns. Past immigration history and weak ties to the home country can also lead to refusal.
What is the difference between a Super Visa and a regular TRV?
A regular TRV allows shorter stays, usually up to 6 months per entry, and does not require mandatory insurance or income thresholds. A Super Visa is designed specifically for long-term family visits and allows much longer stays but has stricter eligibility and documentation requirements.
How much does a Super Visa cost?
Our legal fees for a Super Visa application typically range from CAD $600 to $900, depending on the complexity of the case, family structure, income assessment, and immigration history. The IRCC government fee for a Super Visa application is CAD $100 per applicant.
Our scope of services
Our work includes assessing eligibility, reviewing income and insurance compliance, identifying risk factors, preparing and reviewing all required forms and supporting documents, drafting a clear legal explanation of temporary intent, and submitting the application to IRCC.
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