Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18+ sponsoring a legally married spouse or a common-law partner with 12+ months of continuous cohabitation.
Key Requirements
Key Benefits
No minimum income requirement for spousal and partner sponsorship.
Inland and outland options available.
Inland applicants can apply for an Open Work Permit concurrently with the PR application.
How Arik Immigration Consultant Helps You
Confirm sponsor eligibility before any application is filed.
Build the genuine-relationship evidentiary record — joint finances, communication records, photos, travel history, statutory declarations.
Assess inland vs. outland and recommend the optimal route for your circumstances.
File the concurrent Open Work Permit application for inland cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a minimum income requirement to sponsor my spouse? +
Should I apply inland or outland? +
Related Family Sponsor pages
Immediate Canadian work rights while the PR application processes.
For partners living outside Canada — typically 10–14 months.
For couples facing documented barriers to cohabitation or marriage.
3 years for spouses and partners — plus sponsor eligibility rules.
Book a FREE Consultation with Arik Immigration
Arik manages the complete process — from CRS assessment through to PR confirmation. Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
