Sponsorship of parents, children, spouses (common-law, conjugal, same sex), refugees.
Which is better for sponsorship inside or outside?
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Miro Posts: 1
Posted On: 1/19/2016
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Hello, I'm just curious on weather or not I should sponsor my egyptain husband from inside Canada or outside. Let me give you a little background.
We have been married seven years. We have to kids who both have thier Canadian citizenship. I'm Canadian and my husband is egyptain. We got married in Egypt and have been living in Egypt since (seven years). We both work. However, I'm working under the table, because I'm not egyptain. So the school that I work at refuses to give any short of job letter to prove I am working. However, each month I put a piece of that monthly salary in our savings, so I can however provide bank statements if needed. Also, my aunt who owns her own business in Canada is willing to give me a job offer for when we arrive in Canada.
So two questions.
1. Should I take my husband to Canada via visitors visa and then apply within Canada or should we apply from here in Egypt? (Please keep in mind we don't want to separate for any length of time because our two kids)
2. How much money do I have to have in my account to successfully sponsor my husband?
Thank you.
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Liss Posts: 2
Posted On: 1/20/2016
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We are in the same situation, but I live in central america! hope someone replys
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Moderator Moderator Posts: 4142
Posted On: 1/20/2016
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Hi There,
Thanks for sharing your question and situation with us. We can appreciate that this is a confusing situation.
From my understanding you're looking to sponsor your husband but are concerned about the time it will take to process the application and want to know your options.
There are 2 categories for sponsoring a spouse to come to Canada. From outside Canada and from inside Canada. They each have their requirements and challenges.
The current processing time for applications for spouses living outside Canada is 17 months. For applications where spouses are in Canada the timeline is currently 25 months. These times are based on completed application packages and they do vary depending on how many applications CIC receives.
It is important to note that if you proceed with a sponsorship from within Canada your husband may be eligible for an open work permit and this can be applied for at the same time as the sponsorship application.
The short answer to your financial question is, so long as your currently meet the income requirements you shouldn't have an issue (and those requirements are that you are not currently in reciept of social assistance for reasons other than disability).
You may want to contact the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) Call Centre for more information and the to confirm the information provided above.
Some of our users may also be able to share their experience with you.
The information provided above is not legal advice. If you want legal advice please consult a community legal clinic or a lawyer about your particular situation.
I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.
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Theresa
Information & Referral Specialist, CIRS
Your Settlement.Org Team
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Liss Posts: 2
Posted On: 1/20/2016
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In those 17 months I have to live in Canada, while my husband remains in the other country?
Why is there other programs eligible for people that aren´t canadians and are given the oportunity to immigrate to Canada as a family, all together?
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Moderator Moderator Posts: 4142
Posted On: 1/20/2016
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Hi Liss
It should also be noted that:
If you are a Canadian citizen not residing in Canada, you may sponsor your spouse, common-law or conjugal partner and/or dependent children who have no dependent children of their own. You must demonstrate that you will live in Canada once they become a permanent resident.
I hope this information is helpful. Please let us know if you have further questions and if there is any follow up to your question/situation.
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Theresa
Information & Referral Specialist, CIRS
Your Settlement.Org Team
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