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A detailed look at IRCC requirements for a Canadian to sponsor their spouse or common-law partner

It is common knowledge that a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada may be able to sponsor their parents or grandparents to come to Canada as permanent residents.

Every year, Canada invites thousands of people across the globe to become permanent residents of Canada through the Family Class Spousal or Common-Law Sponsorship Category.

One of the most common questions asked about spouse and common-law sponsorship to Canada is how long is the processing time?