SPOUSAL SPONSORSHIP
The Spousal Sponsorship service offered by Onose Immigration Consulting LTD. is designed to assist individuals in sponsoring their spouses to immigrate to Canada, whether through marriage, common-law partnerships, or conjugal relationships.
The process can be conducted either within Canada or abroad, depending on the circumstances of the couple. Citizenship and Immigration Canada’s processing times may vary based on whether the application is handled entirely within Canada or through a consulate abroad. Notably, if the process is initiated within Canada, the sponsored spouse may be eligible to receive an open work permit under current regulations, providing a significant advantage.
Unlike other family sponsorship categories, spousal sponsorships do not have specific income requirements for the sponsor. However, certain conditions may render a sponsor ineligible, such as being on social assistance for reasons unrelated to disability, previous sponsorship resulting in individuals requiring social assistance, past violent crimes against family members, or being an undischarged bankrupt. It is crucial to assess individual circumstances thoroughly with an immigration lawyer before proceeding.
For spousal sponsorship through marriage, a valid marriage certificate and supporting documentation demonstrating the genuine nature of the relationship are required. Evidence can include photographs, affidavits from friends and family, telephone records, and other forms of correspondence.
Common-law spousal sponsorship necessitates a continuous cohabitation of at least one year, with joint financial arrangements and a lifestyle that portrays a married couple to friends and family.
Conjugal partner sponsorship is reserved for situations where marriage or common-law cohabitation is not feasible due to external barriers beyond the control of both the sponsor and the sponsored partner, such as religious, legal, or immigration constraints.