RelationshipSpouse / Common-LawMarried or 12+ months together
Processing Time12 – 18 MonthsInland or outland varies
Gov't FeeCAD $1,080+Sponsor + applicant fees
ResultPermanent ResidencyFor the sponsored partner
Bring Your Partner Home to Canada — Permanently
Spousal sponsorship is one of the most emotionally significant immigration applications — and one where errors have real personal consequences. We handle every aspect of your sponsorship with precision and sensitivity — ensuring your relationship evidence is compelling, your documents are complete, and your application reflects the genuine nature of your relationship.
Eligibility & Key Information
Requirements and what you need to know before applying
Eligibility Requirements
Sponsor is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, 18+ years old
Genuine marriage (legally recognized in country where performed and in Canada)
Common-law: cohabiting continuously for at least 12 months
Sponsor is not subject to a removal order or sponsorship bar
Sponsor meets basic income requirement (not applicable for spouse sponsorship)
Sponsored partner has no serious criminal record or inadmissibility issues
Inland vs Outland Sponsorship
Inland: Partner is in Canada with valid status
Inland: May apply for open work permit simultaneously
Inland: Both processed together by same IRCC office
Outland: Partner may be outside Canada during processing
Outland: Often faster — processed at visa offices abroad
Outland: Partner can continue living abroad during process
What You're Getting
End-to-end support from assessment to approval
Relationship Eligibility Assessment
We confirm your relationship qualifies — married, common-law (12+ months), or conjugal partner — and identify the stronger application route (inland vs outland).
Relationship Evidence Package
We guide you through building a compelling, organized evidence package — photos, communication logs, financial ties, joint accounts, travel, and witness letters.
Complete Application Preparation
We prepare every form for both sponsor and sponsored partner — IMM5540, IMM0008, IMM5481 and all supporting schedules — error-free.
IRCC Representation
We act as your official IRCC representative — managing communications, responding to additional requests, and tracking your file status.
Dependent Children Inclusion
If you have children to include in the sponsorship, we coordinate their documents and ensure they are included in the application.
Landing & PR Card Guidance
After approval, we guide the sponsored partner through the COPR landing process and PR Card application.
How We Work With You
A clear step-by-step process from start to approval
01
Eligibility Assessment
We confirm sponsor eligibility, relationship type, and whether inland or outland is the better route for your situation.
02
Relationship Evidence
We provide a comprehensive evidence checklist and review your complete package — photos, communications, financial ties, and joint documents.
03
Application Preparation
We prepare every form for both sponsor and applicant — all IMM forms, schedules, and declarations reviewed against IRCC requirements.
04
Quality Check & Filing
We conduct a thorough quality check of the complete package before submission — in-person review of every document.
05
Processing & Follow-Up
We track your application, notify you of any IRCC requests, and advise on interview preparation if required.
06
Approval & Landing
After approval, we guide the sponsored partner through the COPR landing process, PR card application, and initial settlement steps.
Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees — what you see is what you pay
Professional Service Fee
USD
1,800
base fee / applicant
Spousal Sponsorship — Complete Handling
Dependent children includedBundled rate available
Previous refusal / complex file+ USD 500
Open Work Permit for spouse (inland)Separate service
Government fees: CAD $570 (sponsor application) + CAD $510 (sponsored application) + CAD $85 biometrics — paid directly to IRCC. Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) of CAD $515 is due upon approval. Fees vary based on complexity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this service
If applying inland, your spouse can apply for a Spousal Open Work Permit simultaneously — allowing them to work while the PR application is processed.
Photos together over time, joint financial accounts, shared lease or mortgage, travel records, communication logs (messages, calls), and statutory declarations from people who know you as a couple.
Previous refusals on spousal sponsorship are assessable — we analyze the refusal reason and rebuild with a stronger, more comprehensive application.
Inland sponsorships typically take 12–18 months. Outland can vary from 10–24 months depending on the country. Processing times change — we track them regularly.
Canadian citizens can sponsor from abroad (outland). Permanent residents must generally be living in Canada to sponsor.