Child Or Other DependentSponsorship
Sponsor your dependent children for permanent residence in Canada and provide them with opportunities for education, healthcare, and a bright future.
What is Child or Other Dependent Sponsorship?
Child or Other Dependent Sponsorship allows Canadian citizens and permanent residents to sponsor their dependent children for permanent residence in Canada. This program enables families to reunite and provides children with access to Canadian education, healthcare, and opportunities.
To qualify as a dependent child, the child must be under 22 years old and not married or in a common-law relationship. Children 22 or older may qualify if they have been continuously enrolled in post-secondary education since before age 22, or if they cannot financially support themselves due to a physical or mental condition. Sponsors must meet minimum income requirements and sign an undertaking to provide financial support.
Types of Dependent Children
Three categories of dependent children eligible for sponsorship
Key Requirements:
- Under 22 years of age
- Not married or in common-law relationship
- Birth certificate or adoption papers
- Proof of financial dependency
Key Requirements:
- Enrolled in post-secondary education
- Continuous enrollment since before age 22
- Financially dependent on parents
- School enrollment verification
Key Requirements:
- Physical or mental condition since before age 22
- Unable to financially support themselves
- Medical documentation required
- Continuous dependency on parents
Minimum Income Requirements
Income thresholds based on family size (including sponsored children)
| Family Size | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $27,514 | $26,620 | $25,921 |
| 2 persons | $34,254 | $33,141 | $32,270 |
| 3 persons | $42,110 | $40,742 | $39,672 |
| 4 persons | $51,128 | $49,466 | $48,167 |
| 5 persons | $58,040 | $56,104 | $54,630 |
| 6 persons | $65,506 | $63,276 | $61,613 |
* Family size includes yourself, your spouse/partner, and all children you are sponsoring or have sponsored in the past that are still covered by an undertaking.
Sponsor Eligibility Requirements
Key requirements to sponsor your dependent children
Program Benefits
Advantages of Child or Other Dependent Sponsorship
Undertaking Period
Sponsors must provide financial support for 3 years (children under 22) or 10 years (children 22 or older), starting from when they become permanent residents.
Application Process
Step-by-step guide to sponsoring your dependent children
Eligibility Assessment
Determine if your child qualifies as dependent and assess your sponsor eligibility.
Document Collection
Gather birth certificates, adoption papers, financial documents, and relationship proof.
Income Verification
Provide proof of meeting minimum income requirements for family size.
Application Preparation
Complete sponsorship and permanent residence applications with supporting documents.
Application Submission
Submit complete application package to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Processing & Decision
IRCC processes application and makes final decision on permanent residence.
Why Choose A3D Immigration?
Expert guidance for your child or dependent sponsorship application
Important Notice
Child or dependent sponsorship requires meeting strict income requirements for the 3 most recent tax years. Sponsors must demonstrate continuous financial stability and ability to support their children without relying on social assistance. The undertaking period varies from 3-10 years depending on the child's age at the time they become permanent residents. Failure to meet income requirements or provide adequate support can result in application refusal. It's essential to work with licensed immigration consultants who understand the complex requirements and can help ensure your application meets all criteria.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to common questions about this service and the application process.