Sponsor your spouse, partner, or child
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may be able to sponsor an eligible spouse, partner, or dependent child for permanent residence.

Whether you’re planning to sponsor a family member for permanent residence or exploring temporary options for your spouse, partner, or children, BorderPass helps you understand what may be available.
Explore your optionsYour available options depend on your status in Canada, your family relationship, and each person’s circumstances.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents may be able to sponsor an eligible spouse, partner, or dependent child for permanent residence.
Depending on your program, occupation, permit, and family member’s situation, your spouse or partner may qualify for a work permit and your children may qualify to study in Canada.
If you’re applying for permanent residence, your eligible spouse, partner, and dependent children may be included in your application. Family members should be declared accurately, even when they are not accompanying you.
Explore sponsorship, work permit, study permit, and permanent residence options that may fit your family’s situation.
Get step-by-step support with forms, supporting documents, and important deadlines.
Have your application reviewed by a Canadian immigration lawyer before submission.
Tell us about your family and explore which options may be available.
Explore your options