Canada

Super Visa

Long-term visits for parents and grandparents of Canadians.

About Super Visa

The Canada Super Visa is a special visitor visa for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. It allows stays of up to 5 years per visit.

Processing takes 3-8 weeks. Unlike regular visitor visas, the Super Visa is valid for up to 10 years with extended stay periods.

Requirements include proof of relationship, medical insurance, and your child/grandchild meeting income requirements. Our family visa team can help with applications.

3-4 months

CAD $100 (~$75 USD) + CAD $85 biometrics + insurance

Required Documents

📄Basic Documents

Valid passport

Child/grandchild must be Canadian citizen or PR

Written invitation from child/grandchild

Proof child/grandchild meets income requirement (LICO + 30%)

Canadian medical insurance (minimum $100,000, 1 year)

Medical examination

Important Tips & Advice

Purchase Canadian medical insurance before applying—mandatory for Super Visa

Your child should provide 3 years of tax documents

Include detailed invitation letter with accommodation plans

Processing Fees

Super Visa Application

Same as TRV fee

CAD $100 (~$75 USD)

Medical Insurance (mandatory)

Minimum $100,000 coverage from Canadian insurer

CAD $1,500-3,000/year

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Super Visa different from regular visitor visa?

Super Visa allows stays up to 5 years per visit (vs 6 months), valid for 10 years, specifically for parents/grandparents.

What income does my child need?

LICO + 30%. For 3 people (child + 2 parents), approximately CAD $50,000+ annually.

Canada Visa Types

Explore other visa options that might suit your needs

Temporary Resident Visa (TRV)

Study Permit

Work Permit

Permanent Residence (PR)