Open
Visitor visa
A visa to visit family, travel or do business for up to six months at a time, for citizens of visa-required countries.
Open all year.
Family
Super Visa
A visa that lets parents and grandparents of citizens and permanent residents stay up to five years at a time.
OpenStatus checked Nov 7, 2026
Open all year, with easier income rules since March 31, 2026.
Key requirements
- For parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
- A signed letter of support from the child or grandchild, who must meet a minimum income.
- Medical insurance from a Canadian or approved foreign insurer, valid for at least a year.
- Allows stays of up to five years at a time.
Related pathways
Paused
Parents and Grandparents Program
Sponsorship of parents and grandparents for permanent residence, through invitations to eligible sponsors.
Not accepting new applications in 2026; new intake is paused until further notice. Applications from the 2025 intake are still being processed.
All pathways
Statuses change, sometimes with little notice. Always confirm on the official page before you apply. This is general information, not legal advice.