A Canadian Member of Parliament has proposed improvements to Canada’s Super Vise. It has been suggested that parents and grandparents be allowed to stay in Canada for five years, instead of two years.
Moreover, by these proposed changes, applicants will be able to save thousands of dollars by being permitted to get medical insurance from countries other than Canada.
The proposal also suggests reducing the low-income cut-off for inviting parents and grandparents, with the ultimate goal of eliminating the income test entirely.
What Is a Super Visa?
A super visa is a multi-entry visa which lets parents and grandparents visit their children or grandchildren for up to 2 years at a time without the need to renew their status. It provides multiple entries for a period of up to 10 years.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a super visa, your child or grandchild must:
- be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada
- sign an invitation letter to invite you to Canada
- that their household meets the minimum necessary income
You as parents or grandparents must:
- have medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company
- apply for a super visa from outside Canada
- be allowed to enter Canada
- take an immigration medical exam
2025 Update—It’s getting simpler — and cheaper — for parents and grandparents to stay longer in Canada.
As of 2025, big changes have come into effect for Canada’s Super Visa program. Parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents can now stay for up to five years at a time without needing to leave and reapply. That’s a major jump from the old two-year limit.
There’s more good news too. Super Visa applicants no longer have to buy medical insurance only from Canadian companies. Starting January 28, 2025, they can get their insurance from international providers — as long as the insurance meets Canada’s requirements and covers at least $100,000 for health care, hospitalization, and repatriation. For many families, this can mean serious savings.
The income requirement for the Super Visa remains in place for now. If you want to invite your parents or grandparents, you’ll need to show that you’ve earned enough over the past three years to support them during their stay. But there have been discussions about easing this rule in the future — for now, it stands.
To qualify, parents and grandparents must apply from outside Canada. They’ll need a signed invitation letter, proof of medical insurance, and they must pass an immigration medical exam.
The Super Visa is valid for up to 10 years and allows multiple entries — meaning your loved ones can come and go as needed, within the limits of their approved stay.
There are other specific requirements that you must meet to be able to get a super visa. Calls us today to see if you are eligible.
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