Why Choose Spouse Sponsorship?
The most direct pathway to bring your partner to Canada permanently.
Open Work Permit
Your spouse receives an open work permit while the PR application is being processed — work for any Canadian employer immediately.
12-Month Processing
Average processing time of 12 months for most applications. Inland applications allow sponsor to stay in Canada.
No Points Required
Unlike Express Entry, no CRS score or language test required. Just prove your genuine relationship and financial ability.
Eligibility Requirements
For the Sponsor
- Must be 18+ years old
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident
- If PR, must be living in Canada
- Not receiving social assistance (except disability)
- Able to provide for basic needs of sponsored person
- No criminal record involving violence or sexual offence
- Not in prison, bankrupt, or under removal order
For the Sponsored Spouse
- Legally married to sponsor OR
- Common-law partner (living together 12+ months continuously)
- Conjugal partner (in relationship 12+ months but unable to live together)
- Must be 18+ years old
- Relationship must be genuine (not for immigration purposes)
- Not inadmissible to Canada (criminal, medical, security)
- Previous marriages must be legally ended
Required Documents
Complete documentation checklist for a successful application
Identity Documents
- •Passport (biographical pages)
- •Birth certificate
- •National ID card
- •Marriage certificate (if married)
- •Divorce/death certificates (if applicable)
Relationship Proof
- •Photos together (throughout relationship)
- •Chat logs, emails, call records
- •Joint bank accounts or leases
- •Travel history together
- •Letters from family/friends confirming relationship
Financial Documents
- •Sponsor's Notice of Assessment (last 3 years)
- •Employment letter and pay stubs
- •Bank statements
- •Proof of income sources
- •Option C printout from CRA
Background Checks
- •Police clearance certificate (all countries lived 6+ months since age 18)
- •Medical examination (from IRCC panel physician)
- •Military records (if applicable)
- •Biometrics
Application Process
Determine Eligibility
Confirm both sponsor and spouse meet all IRCC requirements. Fizell provides free eligibility assessment.
Gather Documents
Collect all required identity, relationship proof, financial, and background documents. Fizell provides personalized checklist.
Complete IMM Forms
Fill out IMM 0008, IMM 1344, IMM 5406, IMM 5669, and all supporting forms. Fizell reviews for accuracy.
Submit Application
Submit online or by mail to IRCC. Pay government fees ($1,050 sponsorship + $515 PR fee + $85 biometrics = $1,650 CAD total).
Receive AOR & Open Work Permit
Get Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) within 2-4 weeks. Apply for open work permit for spouse (inland applications).
Background Checks
IRCC conducts security, criminal, and medical background checks. May request additional documents.
Decision & Landing
IRCC makes final decision (12-18 months average). If approved, spouse becomes permanent resident and receives PR card.
Investment & Timeline
Fees Breakdown
Processing Timeline
AOR (Acknowledgement)
2-4 weeks after submission
Open Work Permit
4-6 months (inland applications)
Final Decision
12-18 months total (average)
Note: Inland applications allow spouse to remain in Canada with work permit during processing. Outland applications may be faster but spouse must wait outside Canada.
Why Choose Fizell for Spouse Sponsorship?
99% Approval Rate
Our meticulous document preparation and relationship evidence strategy ensures virtually guaranteed approval.
RCIC Certified Experts
Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCIC #R420517) handle your case from start to finish.
Complete Documentation
We prepare all IMM forms, relationship proof packages, and supporting documents — nothing left to chance.
Refusal Recovery
Previous sponsorship refused? We specialize in analyzing officer concerns and building winning reapplications.