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Want your parents with you in Canada for longer than six months?
The Super Visa lets parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents stay for years at a time.
- Up to 5 years per entry
- Valid up to 10 years
- Multiple entries
Side by side
| Super Visa | Visitor visa | |
|---|---|---|
| Who | Parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or PRs | Anyone visiting Canada |
| Stay per entry | Up to 5 years | Usually up to 6 months |
| Validity | Up to 10 years, multiple entry | Up to 10 years or passport expiry |
| Extra requirements | Income test, medical insurance, medical exam | Standard visitor requirements |
Super Visa requirements
Income testThe child or grandchild in Canada must meet the minimum income, based on the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO).
Medical insuranceAt least CAD 100,000 of emergency coverage, valid for at least one year from entry.
Medical examAn immigration medical exam with an IRCC-approved panel physician.
The host also provides a signed letter of invitation, promising financial support during the stay.
Not sure which visa fits? If your parents only plan short, occasional trips, a visitor visa may be simpler. For long stays to help with grandchildren or family, the Super Visa is usually the better choice.
Frequently asked questions
Can my parents work in Canada on a Super Visa?
No. The Super Visa is a visitor visa and doesn’t allow work.
Can they extend beyond five years?
They may apply to extend their stay from inside Canada, subject to IRCC approval.
Do in-laws qualify?
Parents and grandparents of the Canadian citizen or PR are eligible, including those of a spouse in some cases. We’ll check your family’s situation.
Bring your family closer
Free consultation with Haven Overseas at our Kozhikode and Kochi offices, or by phone and WhatsApp.
Sources: IRCC: Parent and grandparent Super Visa, IRCC: Visit Canada. Requirements as of the video date.
