5-Year Stay | $100K Insurance | Multiple Entry

Super Visa Canada 2025 — Bring Your Parents & Grandparents

What is the Super Visa?

The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents to visit Canada for up to 5 years per entry, with a visa valid for up to 10 years (or until passport expiry). It is a multiple-entry visa, so they can leave and re-enter during the validity period.

Who Can Apply?

Parents and grandparents of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. The child or grandchild in Canada must sign an invitation and meet the income requirements (LICO). The applicant must also have medical insurance from a Canadian insurer.

Sponsor Eligibility & Income (LICO)

The sponsoring child or grandchild must meet the minimum necessary income (based on LICO — Low Income Cut-Off) for the size of their family unit including the visiting parent(s). IRCC publishes current LICO figures; the sponsor typically must show they meet this for the most recent tax year. VMC helps families confirm they meet the requirement and prepare the supporting documents.

Medical Insurance Requirements

Applicants must have private medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company, with minimum coverage of $100,000 CAD. The policy must be valid for at least one year from the date of entry and must cover health care, hospitalization, and repatriation. Proof of purchase is required when applying.

Required Documents

Letter of invitation from the child/grandchild in Canada
Proof of relationship (birth certificate, etc.)
Proof of Canadian citizenship or PR status of the child/grandchild
Proof of income (NOA, employment letter, etc.) meeting LICO
Medical insurance proof ($100,000+ from Canadian insurer)
Medical exam results
Completed application forms and fees

Processing Time 2025

Processing times vary by visa office. Check IRCC's website for current times. A complete, well-prepared application helps avoid requests for additional documents and delays.

Super Visa vs Visitor Visa vs PGP

Feature	Super Visa	Visitor Visa	PGP
Who	Parents/grandparents	Any visitor	Parents/grandparents (PR)
Stay per entry	Up to 5 years	Usually 6 months	Permanent
Insurance	$100K+ required	Not required	N/A
Path to PR	No	No	Yes — permanent residence

How VMC Helps

VMC prepares Super Visa applications from start to finish: confirming LICO, guiding insurance requirements, assembling relationship and financial proof, and submitting a complete application. We serve clients across Canada and internationally. Virtual consultations available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents. The child or grandchild in Canada must meet the minimum income (LICO) and provide an invitation. The applicant needs medical insurance of at least $100,000 CAD from a Canadian insurer.

Costs vary by age, health, and coverage period. Canadian insurers offer Super Visa–compliant policies. VMC can refer you to insurance providers; we do not sell insurance.

Processing times vary by visa office — typically a few weeks to several months. Check IRCC's current processing times. VMC helps you prepare a complete application to avoid delays.

Super Visa allows stays of up to 5 years per entry. You may apply for a Visitor Record to extend your stay beyond that before your status expires.

Super Visa allows up to 5 years per entry and up to 10 years validity, with mandatory medical insurance. A regular visitor visa typically allows 6-month stays and does not require the same insurance. Super Visa is only for parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or PRs.

VMC analyzes refusal letters and addresses officer concerns — often insufficient income proof, insurance issues, or ties. We prepare stronger reapplications and can advise on the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) as an alternative.

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