Family Sponsorship — ServiceLanka

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📍 Toronto, Ontario, Canada

👪 Reuniting Families in Canada

Family sponsorship
(Spouse, Children & Parents)

Your family belongs together. If you’re a Canadian PR or citizen, we handle your full sponsorship application — documents, forms, and submission — so you can focus on reuniting. Support available in Sinhala, Tamil, and English.

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Consultation

Free

Government fees apply separately. We explain all costs upfront — no surprises.

Typical processing
12 – 24 months
Status granted
Permanent Resident
Govt. fee
CAD $1,080 (sponsor + applicant)
We work with
All Sri Lankan passports

Processing time

12 – 24 months

Status granted

Permanent Resident

Govt. fee

CAD $1,080 combined

Type

Family Class Sponsorship

Applied to

IRCC online portal

Overview

Documents needed

How it works

FAQ

✅ Who can sponsor

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Canadian citizens or permanent residents aged 18 or older living in Canada

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Sponsors must meet a minimum necessary income (MNI) to sponsor parents or grandparents

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Canadian citizens living abroad may sponsor a spouse, common-law partner, or dependent child

Sponsors cannot be receiving social assistance (other than for disability) or be in default of a previous sponsorship undertaking

Sponsors must sign an undertaking to financially support the sponsored person for 3 to 20 years depending on the relationship

🌟 Who can be sponsored

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Spouse or common-law partner living in Sri Lanka or anywhere in the world

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Conjugal partner (in exceptional circumstances where cohabitation was not possible)

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Dependent children (under 22 and unmarried, or dependent due to a physical or mental condition)

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Parents and grandparents (subject to annual intake caps and lottery)

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Orphaned siblings, nephews, nieces, or grandchildren under 18 in certain circumstances

🎁 What we do for you

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Eligibility assessment

We confirm the sponsor’s eligibility and the correct sponsorship stream before anything is filed

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Full form preparation

We complete all IRCC forms for both the sponsor and the sponsored person — no missing fields, no errors

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Document review

We check every document on both sides before submission — nothing missing or incorrect

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Relationship evidence

We help you compile strong proof of your genuine relationship — photos, communication records, and more

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Updates until decision

Regular progress updates for both sponsor and applicant — you’ll never be left wondering

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Landing preparation

We advise on what to expect at the port of entry and help your family member prepare for their new life in Canada

🌎 How we work with you — step by step

Free consultation & eligibility check

We confirm the sponsor’s eligibility — PR or citizen status, income requirements, and any previous undertakings. We identify the correct sponsorship stream and explain the full process in Sinhala, Tamil, or English.

Day 1

Personalised document checklist

Both the sponsor and the sponsored person receive a tailored checklist. We guide you through collecting every item correctly — civil documents, relationship evidence, police clearances, income proof, and more.

Days 2 – 7

Relationship evidence package

We help you compile a strong, well-organised relationship evidence package — photos, communication records, financial support history, and travel together. This is critical for spousal sponsorships and we guide you on exactly what IRCC looks for.

Weeks 1 – 3

We prepare & submit your full application

Our team completes all IRCC forms for both sides, writes a strong cover letter, and reviews every document before anything is submitted. You approve before we send — nothing goes without your sign-off.

Weeks 3 – 6

Tracking, biometrics & medical

We track the application and keep both the sponsor and sponsored person updated. We coordinate the biometrics appointment at the Colombo VAC and guide the sponsored person through the medical exam process in Sri Lanka.

Months 2 – 12

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Approval & family reunion

We inform you immediately on approval and prepare your family member for their landing. We advise on the COPR, the PR card process, and what to expect when they arrive in Canada.

12 – 24 months typical

💬 Frequently asked questions

Who can I sponsor to come to Canada? ⌄

As a Canadian PR or citizen you can sponsor your spouse or common-law partner, dependent children (under 22 and unmarried), and — if you meet income requirements — your parents and grandparents. In certain circumstances you can also sponsor orphaned siblings, nephews, nieces, or grandchildren under 18. We’ll confirm exactly who qualifies at your free consultation.

Can a permanent resident sponsor their spouse? ⌄

Yes. Canadian permanent residents can sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or dependent children. There is no minimum income requirement for spousal sponsorship — only for parents and grandparents. However, the sponsor must not be in receipt of social assistance and must not be in default of a prior sponsorship.

How long does spousal sponsorship take? ⌄

Outland spousal sponsorship (where your spouse applies from Sri Lanka) currently takes around 12 months on average, though processing times vary. We submit as soon as your application is complete and keep you updated throughout. In some cases, your spouse may be eligible for an open work permit while waiting — we’ll advise on this at consultation.

What is the difference between outland and inland sponsorship? ⌄

Outland sponsorship means your spouse applies for PR from outside Canada — in this case from Sri Lanka. Inland sponsorship is for spouses already living in Canada on a valid status. Inland applicants can apply for an open work permit simultaneously. We advise on which route is best for your specific situation.

Can I sponsor my parents or grandparents? ⌄

Yes, but the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) has an annual intake cap and is subject to a random selection process (lottery). You must also meet a minimum necessary income (MNI) threshold for 3 consecutive years. As an alternative while waiting, your parents may be eligible for a Super Visa — we handle both. Book a consultation and we’ll explain all options.

What if my sponsorship application is refused? ⌄

A refusal can be appealed to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) within 30 days — this is a significant right that many people don’t know about. We can help you understand the refusal reasons and advise on whether an appeal or reapplication is the better route. Don’t wait — the 30-day deadline is strict.

What are the government fees for family sponsorship? ⌄

For spousal sponsorship: CAD $570 sponsorship fee + $490 for the sponsored person’s PR application + $515 Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) = CAD $1,575 total. Children under 22 are exempt from the RPRF. For parents and grandparents the fees differ. We’ll give you the exact breakdown for your specific case at your free consultation.

Do you work with sponsors in Canada and sponsored persons in Sri Lanka? ⌄

Yes — this is exactly what we specialise in. We coordinate between the sponsor in Canada and the sponsored person in Sri Lanka simultaneously, handling both sides of the application. Everything is managed remotely via WhatsApp, email, and video calls — distance is never an obstacle.

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Our office

GTA Square
155–5215 Finch Ave East
Toronto, Ontario M1S 0C2
+1 416-666-5627
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Family sponsorship
(Spouse, Children & Parents)

Not sure which sponsorship applies to you?

Ready to bring your family to Canada?

Family sponsorship(Spouse, Children & Parents)

Not sure which sponsorship applies to you?

Ready to bring your family to Canada?

Family sponsorship
(Spouse, Children & Parents)