A person looking to become a sponsor must meet the following requirements:
- Have at least 18 years of age.
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Reside in Canada.
- Have financial proof to provide the basic needs for the person they are looking to sponsor.
Can someone sponsor me to live in Canada?
Currently there is no direct sponsorship program for friend of Canadian citizen or permanent resident. However, friends of permanent residents or Canadian citizens may apply for visitor visa, if they are from non-visa-exempt country. Visa office will ask to submit a letter of invitation from friend living in Canada.
How much does it cost to sponsor a Canadian?
Family Sponsorship Processing Fees
| Application | Processing fee in $ CAD |
|---|---|
| Parent or grandparent (with sponsorship fee, principal applicant fee, and right to permanent residence fee) | $1050 |
| Spouse or common-law partner of your parent or grandparent | $1050 |
| Dependent children of your parent or grandparent | $150 |
Is Canadian Consulate in Uganda Open?
The consulate is open Mondays to Thursdays between 09:30 and 12:00 and 13:00 and 16:30 and Fridays between 09:30 and 13:00. The offices of the consulate may be closed on Ugandan and Canadian public holidays.
Who can sponsor me in Canada?
you (the person who wants to sponsor your relative) don’t have a living relative you could sponsor instead, such as a:
- spouse.
- common-law partner.
- conjugal partner.
- son or daughter.
- parent.
- grandparent.
- orphaned brother or sister.
- orphaned nephew or niece.
Can I sponsor my girlfriend to come to Canada?
As previously mentioned, because you cannot sponsor your girlfriend to Canada through a spousal or common-law sponsorship, you must rely on a temporary resident visa for your girlfriend to come to Canada. For instance, you can either apply for a visitor visa, a work permit or a study permit.
Can I marry while visiting Canada?
Yes, you can get married in Canada while visiting from another country either with a visitor visa or a temporary resident’s visa. Marriage in Canada is an option available to all Canadian citizens and permanent residents who want to marry a foreign partner.
Can my boyfriend sponsor me to live in Canada?
Sponsoring your spouse or common-law partner who lives with you in Canada. You can apply under the Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada class if your spouse or common-law partner cohabits (lives) with you in Canada and has temporary resident status.
How much money do you need to immigrate to Canada?
Generally speaking, as an individual applicant you would need approximately $15,000 CAD to immigrate to Canada. Couples would need around $20,000 CAD while families with children will require between $24,000 to $30,000 CAD. The table below provides a detailed breakdown of expected immigration costs.
How long does it take to sponsor a Ugandan spouse in Canada?
For more information, please see our family sponsorship page and our visitor visa page. If you file a Canadian sponsorship application for your Ugandan spouse or partner, this application takes an average of 10-12 months.
Can a Ugandan citizen travel to Canada as a tourist?
Borders are closed to all travelers who are not citizens, permanent residents or U.S. citizens. Exceptions are placed for diplomats, crew and immediate family members of citizens with clearing a basic health assessment by air operators. Ugandan citizens need visa for travelling to Canada as tourist.
Who is eligible to be a sponsor in Canada?
A person can become a sponsor if: They are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person registered as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act, They can prove they are financially able to assist the sponsored person (s); and They have enough income to provide for basic needs of dependent children of the principal applicant.
How do you become a citizen of Uganda?
In order to marry a citizen of Uganda, you must demonstrate to the Ugandan government that you are eligible to do so. This includes: Registration of marriages in Uganda is governed by the following laws:
