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Extended Visit Visa
Super Visa for Parents & Grandparents
Stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit without renewing your status. The Super Visa is a 10-year multiple entry visa designed specifically for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Stay Duration
Up to 5 Years
Validity
Up to 10 Years
Entry Type
Multiple Entry
Processing
45-90 days
Program Overview
What is the Super Visa?
The Super Visa is an extended visitor visa that allows parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years at a time. Unlike the regular visitor visa that limits stays to 6 months, the Super Visa recognizes that families need more time together.
Introduced in 2011, the Super Visa has become the most popular option for parents who want to spend extended time with their children and grandchildren in Canada without going through the lengthy permanent residence process.
The visa is valid for up to 10 years, allowing multiple entries. Each visit can last up to 5 years (extended from 2 years in 2022). Your child or grandchild in Canada must meet income requirements and provide a letter of invitation.
Key Benefits
Stay up to 5 years per visit
Valid for up to 10 years
Multiple entries allowed
No lottery or limited spaces
Faster processing than PGP
Can apply any time of year
Free Assessment
Find out if your parents or grandparents qualify for the Super Visa. Our consultants will review your case.
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Requirements
Super Visa Requirements
Income Requirements (2024)
- 2 persons: $36,576
- 3 persons: $44,966
- 4 persons: $54,594
- 5 persons: $61,920
- 6 persons: $69,834
- Based on LICO (Low Income Cut-Off)
Insurance Requirements
- Valid for at least 1 year from entry
- Minimum $100,000 coverage
- Covers health care, hospitalization, repatriation
- Must be Canadian insurance company
- Proof of payment required
Invitation Letter
- From child/grandchild in Canada
- Includes their status in Canada
- Lists family members in household
- States total number of persons
- Commitment to financially support
Supporting Documents
- Valid passport
- Proof of relationship (birth certificate)
- Child/grandchild proof of status
- Financial documents (NOA, T4, employment letter)
- Completed medical exam
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Parent or grandparent of Canadian citizen or PR
- Child/grandchild meets minimum income requirement
- Canadian medical insurance for 1 year minimum
- Pass immigration medical exam
- Police certificate (if requested)
- Meet standard visitor visa requirements
Application Process
How to Apply for Super Visa
1
Check Income Requirement
Your child in Canada must verify they meet the minimum income based on household size. They need their Notice of Assessment.
2
Purchase Medical Insurance
Buy at least 1 year of coverage from a Canadian insurance company. Minimum $100,000 covering health, hospital, and repatriation.
3
Complete Medical Exam
Visit a panel physician in your country. Results are sent directly to IRCC. Valid for 12 months.
4
Gather Documents
Collect invitation letter, financial proof, relationship documents, and passport copies.
5
Apply Online
Submit through IRCC portal. Pay application and biometrics fees. Upload all documents.
6
Provide Biometrics
Visit a Visa Application Centre to give fingerprints and photo.
7
Submit Passport
If approved, submit passport for visa stamping. Receive passport back with Super Visa.
Costs
Super Visa Fees
Application Fee$100
Biometrics$85
Medical Exam$250-450
Insurance (per year)$1,500-3,000/year
Total Estimate$2,000-3,500 approximately
Insurance is the major cost. Shop around for competitive rates. The policy must be from a Canadian insurance company with minimum $100,000 coverage.
Comparison
Super Visa vs. Parent Sponsorship
Feature
Super Visa
PGP Sponsorship
Status
Visitor
Permanent Resident
Processing
45-90 days
20-24 months
Can Work
No
Yes
Healthcare
Private Insurance
Provincial Coverage
Availability
Apply anytime
Annual lottery
Stay Duration
5 years per visit
Permanent
Income Required
Yes (1 year)
Yes (3 years)
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a super visa in Canada 2026?
Super visa processing times in 2026 range from 60 to 180 days, depending on the visa office handling your file. India, the Philippines, and Pakistan often take longer due to volume. Faster offices may issue decisions in 6 to 8 weeks. Biometrics, medical exams, and a medical insurance certificate must accompany the application. The fee is $100. Incomplete files trigger requests for additional documents and add weeks to the timeline. Go Far Global RCICs prepare super visa applications during a $100 paid consultation to reduce avoidable delays.
Can a Canada super visa be rejected?
Yes. Officers refuse super visas for insufficient sponsor income below the LICO 1.0 threshold, missing or non-compliant medical insurance, weak family ties abroad, doubts about intent to return, incomplete medical exams, and inadequate proof of relationship to the Canadian sponsor. The required insurance must cover at least $100,000 CAD for emergency medical care, hospitalization, and repatriation, valid for one year. Refusal letters cite the specific paragraph of the Regulations. Reapplication is allowed once the issue is corrected. Go Far Global runs $100 paid consultations with our RCIC to address refusal grounds.
What is the $100,000 visa fee?
There is no $100,000 super visa fee. The $100,000 figure refers to the minimum medical insurance coverage required from a Canadian insurer or approved international provider. The policy must remain valid for at least one year, cover emergency medical, hospitalization, and repatriation, and be paid in full or in installments. The actual super visa application fee is $100, plus $85 for biometrics. Insurance premiums for parents typically run $1,500 to $4,000 per year depending on age and health. Go Far Global RCICs review eligibility for $100.
What is the new rule of super visa in Canada?
Since July 2022, super visa holders may stay up to 5 years per entry, up from the previous 2-year limit. Extensions of up to 2 additional years can be requested from inside Canada. The medical insurance minimum is $100,000 CAD with at least one year of coverage. IRCC accepts approved foreign insurers in addition to Canadian providers. The sponsor must meet LICO 1.0 income for their family size and provide a written commitment of financial support. The application fee remains $100. Go Far Global RCICs prepare super visa files for $100 paid consultation.
How much money is required for a super visa in Canada?
The Canadian sponsor must meet the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) for their family size, including the visiting parent or grandparent. For 2026, LICO 1.0 starts around $29,400 for a 2-person household and rises with each additional family member. The visiting parent must hold valid medical insurance with at least $100,000 CAD coverage for one year, plus enough funds for personal expenses during the stay. The application fee is $100 plus $85 biometrics. Insurance premiums run $1,500 to $4,000 yearly. Go Far Global RCICs review LICO eligibility for $100.
How long can a super visa holder stay in Canada?
A super visa permits stays of up to 5 years per entry, with the visa itself valid for 10 years multi-entry. From inside Canada, holders may apply to extend their authorized stay by up to 2 additional years, allowing a maximum continuous presence of 7 years before departure. Each re-entry resets the clock on a new 5-year stay if the visa remains valid. Holders must keep their medical insurance active during their stay. The application fee is $100. Go Far Global RCICs file extensions during a $100 paid consultation.
Who is eligible for a Canadian super visa?
Eligibility requires being the parent or grandparent of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. The Canadian sponsor must meet LICO 1.0 income for their family size and provide a written letter of financial support. The applicant must hold private medical insurance from a Canadian or approved insurer, valid for one year with at least $100,000 CAD coverage. They must pass the medical exam, prove ties to their home country, and intend to leave Canada when the stay ends. The fee is $100. Go Far Global RCICs assess eligibility for $100.
Can I stay in Canada for 6 months then leave and come back?
Yes, if you hold a valid multi-entry visitor visa or eTA. After 6 months as a regular visitor, you may leave and re-enter, with the next stay determined by the border officer. Repeated back-to-back entries can prompt scrutiny, since visitor status does not allow living in Canada continuously. A super visa avoids this problem by permitting 5-year stays per entry. Maintain ties to your home country between trips. Officers refuse re-entry if they believe you are circumventing immigration rules. Go Far Global RCICs review your travel pattern for $100.
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