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.

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Stay Duration

Up to 5 Years

Validity

Up to 10 Years

Entry Type

Multiple Entry

Processing

Varies by country

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

Host Income Requirements (IRCC table updated July 29, 2025)

1 person: $30,526
2 persons: $38,002
3 persons: $46,720
4 persons: $56,724
5 persons: $64,336
6 persons: $72,560
7 persons: $80,784 (add $8,224 for each person after 7)
Count the host, their spouse and dependent children, every super visa applicant, and anyone the host is still supporting
Proven with a CRA notice of assessment for either of the last 2 tax years, or 75% of the amount in the last year plus your own income

Insurance Requirements

Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry
Minimum $100,000 emergency coverage
Covers health care, hospitalization and repatriation
From a Canadian insurer or a foreign insurer approved by the minister
Paid in full or in instalments with a deposit (quotes are not accepted)
Valid for each entry to Canada

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
Private medical insurance valid at least 1 year from entry
Pass immigration medical exam
Police certificate (if requested)
Meet standard visitor visa requirements

Application Process

How to Apply for Super Visa

Check Income Requirement

Your child in Canada must verify they meet the minimum income based on household size. They need their Notice of Assessment.

Purchase Medical Insurance

Buy at least 1 year of coverage from a Canadian insurer or an approved foreign insurer. Minimum $100,000 emergency coverage for health care, hospitalization and repatriation.

Complete Medical Exam

Visit a panel physician in your country. Results are sent directly to IRCC. Valid for 12 months.

Gather Documents

Collect invitation letter, financial proof, relationship documents, and passport copies.

Apply Online

Apply from outside Canada through your IRCC account. Each applicant files their own application, and dependants cannot be added. Pay the $100 fee and $85 biometrics fee, then upload your documents.

Provide Biometrics

Visit a Visa Application Centre to give fingerprints and photo.

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 come from a Canadian insurer or an approved foreign insurer, with at least $100,000 in emergency coverage for 1 year. See our guide to super visa insurance in Canada.

Comparison

Super Visa vs. Parent Sponsorship

Super visa wait times depend on the country you apply from. See the current super visa processing times by country.

Feature

Super Visa

PGP Sponsorship

Status

Visitor

Permanent Resident

Processing

Varies by country

20-24 months

Can Work

Yes

Healthcare

Private Insurance

Provincial Coverage

Availability

Apply anytime

Annual lottery

Stay Duration

5 years per visit

Permanent

Income Required

Yes (either of last 2 tax years)

Yes (3 years)

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to get a super visa in Canada 2026?

IRCC publishes super visa processing times by country, and they vary widely from one visa office to another. Check the live figure for the country you apply from, and remember it starts when IRCC receives a complete application and does not include biometrics time. Incomplete files trigger requests for more documents and add weeks. 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 host income below the minimum necessary income for the family size, 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 host must meet the minimum necessary income for their family size and provide a signed letter of invitation. 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?

Your Canadian host must meet the minimum necessary income for their family size. IRCC's table (updated July 29, 2025) shows $38,002 for 2 people, $46,720 for 3, $56,724 for 4, $64,336 for 5, $72,560 for 6 and $80,784 for 7, plus $8,224 for each person after that. Count the host, their spouse and dependent children, and every super visa applicant. The host proves it with a CRA notice of assessment for either of the last 2 tax years. The application fee is $100 plus $85 biometrics, and you also need insurance of at least $100,000 for one year. Go Far Global RCICs review income 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 host must be your child or grandchild, at least 18, living in Canada, and meet the minimum necessary income for their family size, and must sign a letter of invitation. You must apply from outside Canada and hold private medical insurance from a Canadian or approved insurer, valid for one year from entry with at least $100,000 CAD emergency 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 include my spouse on my super visa application?

No. IRCC does not allow dependants on a super visa application, so each parent or grandparent files their own application. Both applicants count toward your host's family size when the minimum necessary income is calculated, which raises the income your host needs to show.

Can I apply for a super visa from inside Canada?

No. You must be outside Canada when you submit the application. A visa-exempt parent can still get a super visa and, if they travel by air, may need an eTA.

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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Disclaimer

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Immigration laws and policies change frequently. Each case is unique and outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Consult a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) before making immigration decisions.