Dependent Children

Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their dependent children for Canadian permanent residence, ensuring families can live together in Canada. A dependent child is defined as a biological or adopted child who is under 22 years of age and does not have a spouse or common-law partner, or is 22 years of age or older and has depended on the financial support of a parent due to a physical or mental condition.

The sponsorship application requires the sponsor to meet financial eligibility requirements and sign an undertaking to support the child. Adopted children may face additional requirements depending on the country of adoption and the type of adoption. Biological children generally follow a more straightforward process. In all cases, the child must meet Canadian admissibility requirements including security, criminal, and medical checks.

Ginger Immigration helps parents in Chilliwack and across Canada navigate the dependent child sponsorship process efficiently. We ensure all required documents - including birth certificates, adoption orders, custody agreements, and proof of relationship - are properly prepared and submitted to IRCC, minimizing delays and requests for additional information.