Canada Super Visa for Parents and Grandparents — 2026
The Canada Super Visa is a temporary visitor pathway for eligible parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens, permanent residents and persons registered under the Indian Act. It permits visits of up to five years at a time and multiple entries over a visa validity period of up to 10 years, subject to the decision and travel-document validity. It does not grant permanent residence.
Up to 5 years
Stay per entry
Up to 10 years
Multiple-entry visa validity
CAD 100,000
Minimum emergency medical coverage
Who Is Eligible for a Canada Super Visa?
Both the parent or grandparent applying and their host in Canada must meet IRCC's requirements.
Host requirements
Be the applicant's biological or adopted child or grandchild.
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person registered under the Indian Act.
Be at least 18 years old and reside in Canada.
Meet the minimum necessary income requirement, using an accepted income calculation method.
Provide a signed invitation letter promising financial support and listing the family members counted in the household calculation.
Applicant requirements
Apply while physically outside Canada and follow instructions for visa issuance outside Canada.
Complete the required immigration medical examination and meet admissibility requirements.
Show acceptable private medical insurance for at least one year from entry.
Demonstrate the purpose of the visit, relevant home-country ties and intention to leave at the end of the authorized stay.
Apply individually; dependent children cannot be included in a parent's or grandparent's super visa application.
Canada Super Visa Income Requirements — 2026
Important change effective 31 March 2026: IRCC introduced two ways to satisfy the income requirement. The host and eligible co-signer can show the full required income in either of the two tax years before applying. Alternatively, if the host and co-signer earn at least 75% of the required amount in the preceding year, the visiting parent or grandparent's qualifying income may be counted to cover the remaining amount, with the required proof of continuing income.
The minimum amount depends on family size, which must be calculated according to IRCC rules. Do not assume the number of applicants alone determines the family size.
IRCC minimum necessary income table
Amounts below are from IRCC's published table last updated 29 July 2025, still displayed on the official financial-support guidance when checked in October 2026. Check for revised figures before submitting an application.
Family size
Minimum annual income (CAD)
1
$30,526
2
$38,002
3
$46,720
4
$56,724
5
$64,336
6
$72,560
7
$80,784
Each additional person beyond 7
+$8,224
For the income assessment, IRCC normally prefers Canada Revenue Agency Notices of Assessment. Depending on the applicable option, supporting records may include T4/T1 documents, employer letters, pay statements, bank statements and evidence of continuing qualifying income. An eligible host's spouse or common-law partner may co-sign; siblings and other relatives cannot.
Medical Insurance Requirements
Each applicant must have a qualifying private health insurance policy:
Valid for at least one year from the date of entry into Canada.
Providing at least CAD 100,000 in emergency coverage.
Covering health care, hospitalization and repatriation.
Paid in full or by instalments with a deposit; an unpaid quotation is not sufficient.
Issued by a Canadian insurer or a foreign insurer that meets IRCC's specific eligibility rules, including applicable Canadian federal authorization and policy-issuance requirements.
Valid for each entry, with proof available to border officials on request. Coverage should be maintained during the stay.
Important: Not every overseas insurance policy qualifies. Check the actual insurer and policy conditions before purchase.
Canada Super Visa Documents Checklist
Applicant documents
Host documents
Valid passport and relevant travel history
Signed invitation letter and family-size details
Proof of relationship to the host
Canadian citizenship, PR or registered Indian status evidence
Qualifying medical insurance policy
Income evidence for the applicable IRCC assessment option
Medical examination evidence as instructed
Eligible co-signer documents, if applicable
Evidence of finances, home-country ties and purpose of visit, as applicable
Supporting household information and other documents requested by IRCC
Government Fees and Processing Time
IRCC lists a CAD 100 super visa application fee per person and an CAD 85 individual biometrics fee when biometrics are required. Medical examinations, private insurance and any other services are additional costs.
Processing time is not fixed. IRCC's published estimates vary by country and circumstances; check the current processing-time tool when preparing an application. No approval date can be guaranteed.
How to Apply for a Canada Super Visa from India
Check the parent or grandparent's eligibility and the host's status, age and residence in Canada.
Calculate family size and assess income under the applicable 2026 rules.
Obtain the signed invitation, relationship evidence, qualifying insurance and other documents.
Complete the application through the applicable IRCC online portal while outside Canada.
Pay the required government fees and provide biometrics or medical evidence when instructed.
Monitor IRCC messages, respond to requests and follow passport-submission instructions if approved.
Super Visa vs Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship
A super visa is for temporary visits and does not lead directly to permanent residence. The separate Parents and Grandparents Program is a permanent-residence sponsorship pathway; IRCC has paused new intake under that program. The super visa remains a distinct option for eligible families.
How Peerless Immigration Services Can Help
Peerless Immigration Services can assist with eligibility review, income and family-size calculations, document preparation, insurance-policy checks and application guidance. Immigration decisions are made by IRCC, and approval is not guaranteed. Canadian immigration matters may be supported through RCIC Shivani Hitkari (R706882), as applicable to the engagement.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Canada Super Visa
Parents and grandparents of eligible Canadian citizens, permanent residents or persons registered under the Indian Act may apply. Their host must be at least 18, live in Canada and meet the applicable financial and invitation requirements.
A super visa can allow a stay of up to five years per entry. Eligible visitors may request an extension of up to two additional years while in Canada. Visa validity can be up to 10 years, subject to passport and other limits.
A host may meet the full minimum income in either of the two preceding taxation years. Alternatively, if the host and any eligible co-signer meet at least 75% of the minimum in the preceding year, qualifying income of the visiting parent or grandparent may cover the difference, with supporting evidence.
An eligible spouse or common-law partner of the host may co-sign the invitation and contribute qualifying income. Other relatives, such as the host’s siblings, cannot co-sign.
Yes. Coverage must be valid for at least one year from entry, cover health care, hospitalization and repatriation, and provide at least CAD 100,000 in emergency coverage. It must be issued by an eligible Canadian insurer or an eligible foreign insurer meeting IRCC conditions.
The initial super visa application must be submitted while the applicant is outside Canada. An eligible super visa holder already in Canada may separately apply to extend their authorized stay.
IRCC lists CAD 100 per applicant for a super visa and CAD 85 for individual biometrics when required. Other costs, such as medical examinations and insurance, are additional.
No. A super visa is a temporary visitor pathway, not permanent residence, and does not itself authorize employment or study requiring a permit.
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