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At Immigration Pros, we provide expert guidance on the sponsorship process, assist in gathering and organizing necessary documents, and handle the application submission to ensure accuracy. We keep track of your application’s progress and communicate with IRCC on your behalf.
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How can Common-law partners prove that they have been together for a year?
There are many ways to prove cohabitation, for example:
Shared ownership of residential property
Joint leases or rental agreements
Documents that confirm the couple’s shared address
What is a Common-law Partnership?
A common-law partnership is defined as a couple who have lived together for at least one year in a conjugal relationship. In order to be considered common-law partners, the partners must have cohabited for at least one year; meaning they have combined their affairs and set up their household together in one Residence. This qualifies them to apply for a common-law partner visa in Canada.
This year of cohabitation must be continuous, however, during this year either partner may have left the home for work, business, travel, and other such obligations. This absence must be temporary and short in order to qualify as common law partners.
Couples who have been cohabiting for a continuous period of at least 12 months are considered to be common-law partners by Canada. A common-law partner, along with any dependent children, may immigrate to Canada through this Family Sponsorship stream.
In addition to cohabitation, couples must demonstrate that the relationship is genuine by providing proof of shared expenses, photographs, and anything else that showcases the evolution of the relationship.
In order to qualify, sponsors must meet the following requirements:
– Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. If you are a citizen living outside of Canada, you must show that you plan to live in Canada when your sponsored partner becomes a permanent resident. This option is not available to permanent residents living outside of Canada.
– You must be able to provide financial support to partners sponsored, along with any dependent children that are part of the application.
Application process of sponsoring a Common-Law Partner to Canada
Discover with us if your relationship qualifies as common-law under Sponsorship Canada guidelines. Marriage is not the only option for partners to reunite.
The application process can be complicated and lengthy, and even the smallest mistake can lead to rejection as the government is very aware of fraud. For those wondering how to sponsor a spouse to come to Canada, the same careful attention to detail applies. We provide step-by-step guidance to ensure your application is accurate and complete.
We take care of downloading the application package from the government website for you, ensuring everything is correctly handled from the very beginning.
Immigration Pros will assist you in determining the necessary documentation pertinent to your situation. This includes understanding the documents required for a common-law partner in Canada. Most of the difficulty of this application comes from the proof of relationship, which is a crucial aspect when proving a common-law partnership. You will most likely need to provide:
– A one-page story that contextualizes your relationship
– Photos
– Letters from family, friends, neighbors, employers, etc. that attest to the validity of your relationship
– Screenshots of past communications (WhatsApp, Messenger, texts, etc.)
– A lease with both of your names on it or extensive bank records
Immigration Pros will assist you in paying the required fees associated with sponsorship. This includes the sponsorship fee, the principal applicant processing fee, and the right of permanent residence fee. If biometrics are required, an additional fee will apply. Additionally, Immigration Pros will guide sponsors residing in Quebec through the process of incurring extra fees.
Once Immigration Pros submits the application and pays the required fees on your behalf, you will have to wait for a decision. This process can take around 12 months, depending on the complexity of the application and the quantity of applications being processed by the government at that time.
By following these steps, you can learn how to apply for the PR of your partner through IP’s expertise in common law sponsorship.
Obligations as a Sponsor of a Common-law partner to Canada
Sponsoring a partner involves more than just submitting an application. It’s a long-term commitment where the sponsor is responsible for their partner’s well-being. Even if the relationship ends after permanent residence is granted, the sponsor must still cover their ex-partner’s basic needs.
According to the Canadian government immigration website, basic needs are:
When comparing Common-law Partner Sponsorship with Conjugal Partner Sponsorship, it’s essential to recognize the distinct requirements of each. Common-law Partner Sponsorship is suitable for couples who have cohabited in a conjugal relationship for at least one year continuously. However, if you are in a committed relationship but have been unable to cohabit due to significant legal or immigration barriers, Conjugal Partner Sponsorship may be the appropriate pathway. To understand more about Conjugal Partner Sponsorship and assess if it better fits your situation, visit the Conjugal Partner Sponsorship page.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Common-Law Partner Sponsorship in Canada
A common-law relationship is recognized for sponsorship when partners have lived together in a conjugal relationship for at least one continuous year. This cohabitation must be in a marriage-like relationship, characterized by shared responsibilities, mutual commitment, and an interdependent life.
The approximate processing time for common-law partner sponsorship applications is around 12 months. However, this timeline can be shorter depending on the complexity of your case. For a more accurate estimate tailored to your specific situation, please contact us directly.
Yes, your common-law partner can visit you in Canada if they successfully obtain a temporary visa (if required). For them to live with you permanently, you will need to apply for common-law sponsorship. This process involves meeting all the requirements and obtaining approval for the application.
A common-law relationship is a de facto relationship, established based on specific circumstances. If you’ve lived together for a year or more and can provide proof, you’re considered common-law partners. This status is important for various legal matters, including applying for a Canada visa.
If you’re wondering how to sponsor your common-law partner in Canada, it’s important to know the benefits that come with a successful application. If your application is successful, your sponsored partner obtains permanent resident status. This grants them the right to live, work, and study in Canada without any time limit on their stay. As a permanent resident, they also have access to healthcare and social benefits, and they can apply for Canadian citizenship after meeting certain residency requirements. Understanding the process of sponsoring a common-law partner can ensure a smooth transition for both you and your partner.
To prove your common-law relationship, you will need to provide evidence such as joint leases or mortgages, shared bank accounts, insurance policies listing both names, utility bills or other documents showing shared addresses, photos and communications demonstrating your relationship, and affidavits from friends and family confirming your relationship.
To be eligible for common-law sponsorship, you must have lived together continuously for at least one year in a conjugal relationship. Shorter periods, even if significant, do not meet the threshold for common-law sponsorship.
The common-law partner sponsorship application process is not limited by province in Canada. Whether you reside in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Labrador, or any of the territories, the process for sponsoring a common-law partner remains consistent. For detailed information on how to apply for common-law sponsorship, check the section above.