The super visa lets you visit your children or grandchildren for up to two years at a time. If you want to stay for six months or less, apply for a visitor visa.
To be eligible for the super visa, you must:
- Be the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
- Have a signed letter from the child or grandchild who invites you to Canada that includes:
- A promise of financial support for the duration of your visit
- The list and number of people in the household of this person
- A copy of this person’s Canadian citizenship or permanent resident document.
- Have medical insurance from a CANADIAN insurance company that is:
- Valid for at least one year from the date of entry
- At least $100,000 for minimum coverage
- Have proof that the medical insurance has been paid (quotes aren’t accepted)
You must also:
be allowed to enter Canada
take an
immigration medical exam
meet certain other conditions.
You can’t include dependants in this application.