Other Relative Sponsorship - Last Remaining Relative

## Other relative You may sponsor 1 relative of any age, if you meet all of these conditions: * you’re related to them by blood or adoption * you (the person who wants to sponsor your relative) don't have a living relative you could sponsor instead, such as a * spouse * common-law partner * conjugal partner * son or daughter * parent * grandparent * orphaned sibling * orphaned nephew or niece * orphaned grandchild * you (the sponsor) don’t have any relatives (aunt, uncle, or any of the relatives listed above), who is a * Canadian citizen * permanent resident * registered Indian under the Indian Act†laws-lois.justice.gc.ca If the relative you want to sponsor has a spouse, partner, or dependent children who will come with them to Canada, you must include them on the same sponsorship application. ## Examples of who you can sponsor

## Who you can’t sponsor You can’t sponsor someone who is inadmissible to Canada. This means they’re not allowed to come to Canada. ## Document navigation

## Who can sponsor You can sponsor certain relatives if you Who can sponsor * [Input] are at least 18 years old * [Input] are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person registered in Canada under the Canadian Indian Act†laws-lois.justice.gc.ca * [Input] live in Canada * Your primary residential address must be in Canada when you submit your application and until we make a decision on your application. * [Input] meet set income guidelines ## If you live in Quebec You must meet Quebec’s eligibility requirements for sponsoring another relative†www.quebec.ca . You must also complete an undertaking with the Government of Quebec. Don’t submit your undertaking application to Quebec until we tell you to do so. If you don’t wait for our confirmation, Quebec won’t process your application. ### Your responsibilities When you sponsor a relative to become a permanent resident of Canada, you must commit to * financially supporting them and their accompanying family members * beginning on the date they become a permanent resident * for up to 20 years (depending on their age and how you’re related) * making sure they won’t need to ask the government for social assistance * If they receive social assistance during the time you’re responsible for them, you’ll have to re-pay the amount. You won’t be able to sponsor anyone else until you’ve re-paid it. The person you sponsor must sign an agreement saying they will make the effort to support themselves and their accompanying family members. This includes sponsored dependent children 22 years or older. Dependent children under 22 don’t have to sign this agreement. ### Who can’t sponsor You may not be able to sponsor a relative if you * are in prison * have declared bankruptcy and haven’t been discharged†www.ic.gc.ca from it yet * got social assistance for reasons other than being disabled * are behind on payments for * an immigration loan * a performance bond * court-ordered family support payments such as alimony or child support (this doesn’t apply if you live in Quebec†www.quebec.ca ) * sponsored another relative in the past and didn’t meet the terms of the sponsorship agreement * were convicted of a violent crime, any offence against a relative or any sexual offence, depending on details of the case, such as: * the type of offence * how long ago it was * whether a record suspension was issued (formerly called “pardons” in Canada) * can’t legally stay in Canada and must leave the country because you received a Removal Order†www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca There may be other reasons that make you ineligible to sponsor. If we determine you’re not eligible , we’ll tell you why. ## Document navigation

## Other relative You may sponsor 1 relative of any age, if you meet all of these conditions: * you’re related to them by blood or adoption * you (the person who wants to sponsor your relative) don't have a living relative you could sponsor instead, such as a * spouse * common-law partner * conjugal partner * son or daughter * parent * grandparent * orphaned sibling * orphaned nephew or niece * orphaned grandchild * you (the sponsor) don’t have any relatives (aunt, uncle, or any of the relatives listed above), who is a * Canadian citizen * permanent resident * registered Indian under the Indian Act†laws-lois.justice.gc.ca If the relative you want to sponsor has a spouse, partner, or dependent children who will come with them to Canada, you must include them on the same sponsorship application. ## Examples of who you can sponsor

### 1. Apply to sponsor You need a Document Checklist — Sponsor [IMM 5287] (opens in a new tab) * Use your checklist to make sure you include all the forms and documents you need. * Upload the checklist with your online application Your visa office may also require additional documents. * Choose the visa office that serves your area. * If you are not sure which one to use, see our list of countries and which offices serve them . * Upload the visa office instructions and any additional documents with your online application. Visa office instructions The documents below have more detailed information for each visa office. * Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates [IMM 3146] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.56KB (Kilobyte)) * Ankara, Türkiye [IMM 3103] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 429.78KB (Kilobyte)) * Beijing, China [IMM 3155] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 471.18KB (Kilobyte)) * Cairo, Egypt [IMM 3011] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 434.34KB (Kilobyte)) * Colombo, Sri Lanka [IMM 3110] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 450.35KB (Kilobyte)) * Dakar, Senegal [IMM 3068] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 434.76KB (Kilobyte)) * Hong Kong, China [IMM 3019] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 415.41KB (Kilobyte)) * Islamabad, Pakistan [IMM 3020] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 846.07KB (Kilobyte)) * Kingston, Jamaica [IMM 3021] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 446.64KB (Kilobyte)) * Manila, Philippines [IMM 3025] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.48KB (Kilobyte)) * Mexico City, Mexico [IMM 3062] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 432.29KB (Kilobyte)) * Nairobi, Kenya [IMM 3055] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 457.44KB (Kilobyte)) * New Delhi, India [IMM 3029] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 445.27KB (Kilobyte)) * Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago [IMM 3033] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 438.27KB (Kilobyte)) * Port-au-Prince, Haiti [IMM 3061] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 482.5KB (Kilobyte)) * Pretoria, South Africa [IMM 3067] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 433.46KB (Kilobyte)) * Rabat, Morocco [IMM 3060] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 886.69KB (Kilobyte)) * Rome, Italy [IMM 3034] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 439.75KB (Kilobyte)) * Sao Paulo, Brazil [IMM 3134] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 432.42KB (Kilobyte)) * Seoul, Republic of Korea [IMM 3058] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 430.98KB (Kilobyte)) * Singapore, Singapore [IMM 3057] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.66KB (Kilobyte)) * Sydney, Australia [IMM 3038] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 426.59KB (Kilobyte)) * Tokyo, Japan [IMM 3041] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.61KB (Kilobyte)) #### The sponsor must * download and complete these PDF forms * digitally sign, along with the person you’re sponsoring (principal applicant) * Application to Sponsor, Sponsorship Agreement and Undertaking [IMM 1344] (opens in a new tab) * Important: you and the person you’re sponsoring must both digitally sign this application (if they are under 18, you may sign on their behalf) * Financial Evaluation [IMM 1283] (opens in a new tab) * Medical Condition Statement [IMM 0133]  (opens in a new tab) * Forms for giving someone else access to your application or information – see Using an immigration representative * have the non-accompanying parent or guardian download, complete and sign this form by hand, if this applies * Separation Declaration for Minors Travelling to Canada [IMM 5604] (opens in a new tab) * download, complete, and sign this form by hand along with your common-law partner, if this applies. * Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union [IMM 5409] (opens in a new tab) The person you’re sponsoring (principal applicant) will * upload them to their online application * electronically sign for the entire application, including those of any other family members ### 2. Steps for the sponsored person

### Translation of documents Image You must include the following along with any document that is not in English or French: * the English or French translation; and * an affidavit from the person who completed the translation (if they are not a certified translator ). Translations may be done by: * a person who is fluent in both languages (English or French, and the unofficial language); or * a Canadian certified translator (a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial organization of translators and interpreters in Canada). If the translation isn’t done by a Canadian certified translator, the person who completed the translation must provide an affidavit swearing to their language proficiency and the accuracy of the translation. The affidavit must be sworn in the presence of: In Canada: * a notary public ; * a commissioner of oaths ; or * a commissioner of taking affidavits . Authority to certify varies by province and territory. Consult your local provincial or territorial authorities. Outside of Canada: * a notary public Authority to administer oaths varies by country. Consult your local authorities. Image Important information: Translations must not be done by the applicants themselves nor by members of the applicant’s family. This includes a parent, guardian, sibling, spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner, grandparent, child, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew and first cousin. Note: An affidavit is a document on which the translator has sworn, in the presence of a person authorized to administer oaths in the country where the translator is living, that the contents of their translation are a true translation and representation of the contents of the original document. Translators who are certified in Canada don’t need to supply an affidavit. * * * ### Certified true copies

### Does the principal applicant need to include a child in the sole custody of a former spouse or partner in their application? The principal applicant must list all children who are in the sole custody of a former spouse or partner on the application for permanent residence since all family members, whether accompanying or not, must be declared and examined. If a child is not examined, the principal applicant will not be able to sponsor the child as a member of the family class in the future, regardless of changes to custody or living circumstances. To preserve the right to sponsor that child in the future, the child must be included and examined. ### Do I need a passport

### What does it mean to sponsor? When you sponsor persons who are members of the family class, you must sign an undertaking with the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (or with the Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration [MIFI] if you live in Quebec). The undertaking is a promise to provide financial support and basic requirements for the family members you are sponsoring. Basic requirements are: * food * clothing * utilities * personal requirements * shelter * fuel * household supplies This also includes health care not provided by public health, such as eye and dental care. The undertaking ensures that these persons and their family members do not have to apply for social assistance. The length of the undertaking and duration of time you are to provide support varies according to their age and relationship to you. Your obligations as a sponsor begin as soon as the person you are sponsoring and, if applicable, their family members arrive in Canada. Image Important information: The undertaking is an unconditional promise of support. For example, the granting of Canadian citizenship, divorce, separation or relationship breakdown or moving to another province does not cancel the undertaking. The undertaking also remains in effect even if your financial situation deteriorates. * * * ### May I have a co-signer?

### Sponsorship eligibility #### In order to sponsor, you must… * be 18 years of age or older; * be a Canadian citizen, Registered Indian or permanent resident; * be sponsoring a member of the family Class; * live in Canada; * sign an undertaking promising to provide for the basic requirements of the person being sponsored; * sign an agreement with the person you are sponsoring that confirms that each of you understands your mutual obligations and responsibilities; * have an income that meets or exceeds the minimum necessary income, which is published yearly by the Canadian government in the Low-Income Cut-offs (LICO) . You will have to provide documents that show your financial resources for the past 12 months and prove you are financially able to sponsor members of the family class. You may also have a co-signer . If you live in Quebec, see also Sponsors living in Quebec . Note: The minimum necessary income requirement does not apply if the person you are sponsoring is a child you adopted or intend to adopt in Canada and that child has no children of their own. #### You may NOT sponsor

#### Any other person Any other person (e.g. brother, sister, uncle, aunt). Length of undertaking is 10 years after that person becomes a permanent resident. Note: If provincial/territorial social assistance payments are made to your relative while the undertaking is in effect, you will be considered in default . * * * ### How to calculate the family size?

### Sponsors living in Quebec The province of Quebec is responsible for determining whether sponsors living in the province have the financial ability to sponsor family members and the length of the undertaking. The province of Quebec has its own immigration rules. Find out how to sponsor someone if you live in Quebec. If you live in Quebec: * you must first send us your application. * if you meet the federal requirements to apply for sponsorship, we will send you an email or letter with instructions to download Quebec’s sponsorship kit. * fill out and submit Quebec’s undertaking kit. You must attach a copy of the email or letter we sent you to the undertaking application that you submit to the Quebec government. The Quebec government will review your sponsorship application and tell you if you’re eligible. The Quebec government may deem that you’re not eligible if: * you didn’t meet the terms of a sponsorship agreement in the past because the person you sponsored received social assistance and you haven’t repaid the Quebec government; * during the five years before you submitted your sponsorship application, you didn’t pay alimony or child support even though a court ordered it; * you didn’t follow other conditions imposed by the Quebec authorities or with any federal regulatory requirements, particularly if you received social assistance and aren’t exempt from that condition. We can’t make a decision on your application until we receive Quebec’s decision about your undertaking application. The Quebec government will inform IRCC if you are approved as a sponsor. If the federal eligibility requirements are met, we will send the sponsor a letter with instructions to download the MIFI undertaking kit, then to complete and submit it to the MIFI with a copy of the letter we sent you. For more information on Quebec’s requirements, or if you need help, you may call MIFI’s general information line at 514-864-9191 or 1-877-864-9191 or consult the MIFI website†www.quebec.ca . * * * ### Length of undertaking

### Do I have to maintain a minimum income during the processing of the application? Your income must meet or exceed the minimum necessary income requirement, as identified annually in the Low-Income Cut-Offs (LICO) , on the date which the sponsorship application is signed. Income may be reassessed at any time during processing if new information is received or brought to our attention indicating that you may no longer meet the minimum income requirements. Note: The minimum necessary income requirement does not apply if the person you are sponsoring is a child you adopted or intend to adopt in Canada and that child has no children of their own. * * * ### May I cancel my undertaking

### Federal Income Table, 2025 The following table applies to all provinces except Quebec. Quebec residents should refer to MIFI’s Financial capacity evaluation†www.quebec.ca webpage. #### Table 1 ##### Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) Size of Family Unit | Minimum necessary income --- | --- 1 person (the sponsor) | $30,526 2 persons | $38,002 3 persons | $46,720 4 persons | $56,724 5 persons | $64,336 6 persons | $72,560 7 persons | $80,784 More than 7 persons, for each additional person, add | $8,224 * * * ## Appendix A

### What happens if I fail to meet my obligations? If the person you sponsored (one of the sponsored family members) receives financial support from a federal, provincial or municipal assistance program while the undertaking is still valid, you: * will be considered to be in default of your obligations, * may have to repay to the government concerned any benefits they received, and * will not be allowed to sponsor other members of the family class until you have reimbursed the amount of these payments to the government concerned. * * *

There are two stages in the process for your eligible relatives to become permanent residents. 1. You apply to sponsor your relatives. 2. Your family members must apply for permanent residence. You must send both your sponsorship application and the permanent residence application for your relatives at the same time. To apply as a sponsor, you must be at least 18 years of age and a: * Canadian citizen or * person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act†laws-lois.justice.gc.ca or * permanent resident of Canada We’ll process your application to sponsor and write you to tell you if we approve your application. ## How to apply

### 1. Apply to sponsor You need a Document Checklist — Sponsor [IMM 5287] (opens in a new tab) * Use your checklist to make sure you include all the forms and documents you need. * Upload the checklist with your online application Your visa office may also require additional documents. * Choose the visa office that serves your area. * If you are not sure which one to use, see our list of countries and which offices serve them . * Upload the visa office instructions and any additional documents with your online application. Visa office instructions The documents below have more detailed information for each visa office. * Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates [IMM 3146] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.56KB (Kilobyte)) * Ankara, Türkiye [IMM 3103] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 429.78KB (Kilobyte)) * Beijing, China [IMM 3155] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 471.18KB (Kilobyte)) * Cairo, Egypt [IMM 3011] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 434.34KB (Kilobyte)) * Colombo, Sri Lanka [IMM 3110] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 450.35KB (Kilobyte)) * Dakar, Senegal [IMM 3068] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 434.76KB (Kilobyte)) * Hong Kong, China [IMM 3019] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 415.41KB (Kilobyte)) * Islamabad, Pakistan [IMM 3020] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 846.07KB (Kilobyte)) * Kingston, Jamaica [IMM 3021] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 446.64KB (Kilobyte)) * Manila, Philippines [IMM 3025] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.48KB (Kilobyte)) * Mexico City, Mexico [IMM 3062] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 432.29KB (Kilobyte)) * Nairobi, Kenya [IMM 3055] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 457.44KB (Kilobyte)) * New Delhi, India [IMM 3029] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 445.27KB (Kilobyte)) * Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago [IMM 3033] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 438.27KB (Kilobyte)) * Port-au-Prince, Haiti [IMM 3061] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 482.5KB (Kilobyte)) * Pretoria, South Africa [IMM 3067] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 433.46KB (Kilobyte)) * Rabat, Morocco [IMM 3060] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 886.69KB (Kilobyte)) * Rome, Italy [IMM 3034] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 439.75KB (Kilobyte)) * Sao Paulo, Brazil [IMM 3134] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 432.42KB (Kilobyte)) * Seoul, Republic of Korea [IMM 3058] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 430.98KB (Kilobyte)) * Singapore, Singapore [IMM 3057] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.66KB (Kilobyte)) * Sydney, Australia [IMM 3038] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 426.59KB (Kilobyte)) * Tokyo, Japan [IMM 3041] (PDF (Portable Document Format), 428.61KB (Kilobyte)) #### The sponsor must * download and complete these PDF forms * digitally sign, along with the person you’re sponsoring (principal applicant) * Application to Sponsor, Sponsorship Agreement and Undertaking [IMM 1344] (opens in a new tab) * Important: you and the person you’re sponsoring must both digitally sign this application (if they are under 18, you may sign on their behalf) * Financial Evaluation [IMM 1283] (opens in a new tab) * Medical Condition Statement [IMM 0133]  (opens in a new tab) * Forms for giving someone else access to your application or information – see Using an immigration representative * have the non-accompanying parent or guardian download, complete and sign this form by hand, if this applies * Separation Declaration for Minors Travelling to Canada [IMM 5604] (opens in a new tab) * download, complete, and sign this form by hand along with your common-law partner, if this applies. * Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union [IMM 5409] (opens in a new tab) The person you’re sponsoring (principal applicant) will * upload them to their online application * electronically sign for the entire application, including those of any other family members ### 2. Steps for the sponsored person (or if under 18, their guardian or you on their behalf) Sign in or create a Permanent residence online application portal account (opens in a new tab). ### Fill out these digital forms online * Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008) * Schedule A – Background/Declaration (IMM 5669) * Additional Family Information (IMM 5406) The person who fills the forms will also need to upload the sponsor’s completed and signed forms. ### Using an immigration representative

## Submit the online application Before you submit the application, make sure you: * answer all questions * electronically sign your application (type your full name exactly as shown on your passport) * include your processing fee receipt * upload all the supporting documents ## Document navigation

Request an alternate format (braille, large print or paper) If you or your representative can’t apply online and require accommodations, including for a disability, you may ask for the application package in one of these alternate formats: * braille * large print * paper To request another format: 1. Prepare a new email * In the subject line of your email, include * the format you need (braille, large print or paper) * the application package you want * In the body of your email, copy and paste the text below. Then, fill in the missing information. * Requested Format: [Braille / Large Print / Paper] * Application Package: [Name of the application package or program] * Preferred Language: [English / French] * Delivery Method: [Email / Regular Mail in Canada] * Applicant or Sponsor Information: * Full Name (as shown on passport): * Email Address (if requesting electronic delivery): * Mailing Address (if requesting regular mail – Canada only): Please do not add extra information as it is not necessary and will not be taken into consideration to send out the alternate format. 2. Send your email to: IRCC.PRPortalALTRequest-DemandeALTPortailRP.IRCC@cic.gc.ca Note: we will only reply to requests for alternate formats. We won't reply to any other types of requests. After we review your request, we’ll send the package in the format and delivery method you chose, with instructions on how to send your application back to IRCC. If you need additional assistance applying with an alternate format, call 1-888-242-2100 (from inside Canada only). ### 1. Apply to sponsor

## What permanent residents can do As a PR, you * get most social benefits that Canadian citizens receive, including a social insurance number to work in Canada, and health care coverage (check your provincial website for more information) * can live, work or study anywhere in Canada * can apply for Canadian citizenship * get protection under Canadian law and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms * must pay taxes and respect all Canadian laws at the federal, provincial and municipal levels ## What permanent residents cannot do

## Time lived in Canada To keep your PR status, you must have been in Canada for at least 730 days during the last five years. These 730 days don’t need to be continuous. Some of your time outside Canada may count towards the 730 days you need. * Find out if your time outside Canada counts toward your 730 days†www.ircc.canada.ca . * Track your time in Canada with our travel journal . ## Losing your permanent resident status You won’t lose your PR status when your PR card expires. You will only lose your PR status if * an officer determines you are no longer a PR after an inquiry or PRTD appeal following a refusal * you voluntarily renounce your PR status * a removal order made against you comes into force * you become a Canadian citizen Even if you don't meet the residency obligation, you will stay a PR until an official decision is made on your status.

## Exemptions If the sponsorship application concerns one of the people below, the above rules, including the application intake schedule, do not apply and the application may be received at any time: * The sponsor’s dependent child (child under 22 years of age or child 22 years of age or older who depends on either of his or her parents because of his or her physical or mental condition); * A minor child the person wishes to adopt; * An orphaned minor child who is their brother, sister, nephew, niece, grandson or granddaughter; * Their dependent child who has reached the age of majority and is dependent on either parent because of his or her physical or mental condition. These people must not be married or in a common-law relationship. Applications to add a dependant (dependent child, spouse, common-law partner) of the sponsored person already concerned by an undertaking application or by a confirmed undertaking and who is awaiting admission as a permanent resident are also exempt from the limit and application intake schedule. ## Application Admissibility Rules