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Dependent Child Sponsorship

Eligible Canadian citizens and permanent residents may sponsor a dependent child for permanent residence and reunite their family in Canada.
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Overview

You can sponsor a dependent child or a child you plan to adopt for permanent residence in Canada. Currently, the eligible age for a dependent is 18 or younger, however the Government of Canada have been considering to increase the age to 21 or younger sometime in the near future.


You can sponsor if you are:

  • At least 18 years of age
  • A Canadian permanent resident living in Canada or a Canadian citizen
  • Not in prison, bankrupt, under a removal order (if a permanent resident) or charged with a serious offence

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Requirements for the Sponsored Child

  • The dependent child is under 22 years old or younger, and not married or in a common-law relationship.  
  • If dependent child is 22 or older, they must satisfy one of the following in order to be considered a dependent:
    • has a physical or mental condition and has been financially dependent on the support of the parents since before the age of 22

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Requirements for the nature of the relationship

  • The child is the biological child of the parent and has not been adopted by another person

     OR

  • The child is adopted by the parent

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Contact us for guidance on dependent child sponsorship or assistance preparing an application.

Related Services

Sponsoring a Spouse with Misrepresentation Ban
Spousal Sponsorship
Other Relative Family Sponsorship
Parent & Grandparent Sponsorship
Sponsoring a Spouse who is Criminally Inadmissible

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Every immigration matter is different. Speak with one of our lawyers to understand your options, potential risks and recommended next steps.

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Eligibility

Who may qualify for this service?

The sponsor is at least 18 years old.

The sponsor is a Canadian citizen, Canadian permanent resident or person registered under the Canadian Indian Act.

The sponsor lives in Canada or, if a Canadian citizen living abroad, plans to return to Canada.

The sponsor agrees to financially support the child and signs the required undertaking.

The sponsor is not subject to a sponsorship bar.

The child is the sponsor’s biological or adopted child.

The child is under 22 years old and does not have a spouse or common-law partner.

The child is 22 or older and has depended on a parent since before age 22 because of a physical or mental condition.

The child is not already a Canadian citizen.

The child is admissible to Canada.

Our process

A clear plan for your immigration matter

Every case is different. We tailor our advice, preparation and legal strategy to your circumstances while keeping you informed throughout the process.

Step 01

Consultation & Strategy

We review your immigration history, current circumstances, goals, deadlines and potential risks to understand your matter and available options.

Step 02

Document Preparation

We recommend an approach and provide a tailored checklist identifying the forms, evidence and supporting documents needed for your matter.

Step 03

Preparation and Representation

We prepare or review the required materials, address potential concerns and submit or advance your matter with the appropriate government authority or court, where applicable.

Step 04

Follow-Up and Next Steps

We monitor the matter, respond to requests when included in our services and advise you about decisions, deadlines and available next steps.

Document checklist

What you'll need

After your consultation, we’ll provide a personalized checklist outlining the documents and information needed for your matter, along with any relevant templates and next-step guidance.

  • Proof of the sponsor’s Canadian citizenship, permanent residence or registered Indian status.
  • Application to Sponsor, Sponsorship Agreement and Undertaking.
  • Sponsorship Evaluation or Financial Evaluation form, as applicable.
  • Sponsor’s employment, income or financial-support documents.
  • Passport or travel document for the sponsored child.
  • Child’s birth certificate or adoption order.
  • Additional evidence showing the parent-child relationship.
  • Proof of the child’s current immigration status, if living in Canada.
  • Consent from the non-accompanying parent or guardian, if applicable.
  • Custody agreements or court orders, if applicable.
  • Proof of the child’s medical condition and financial dependence if they are 22 or older.
  • Documents for the child’s own dependants, if applicable.
  • Police certificates if the sponsored child is 18 or older.
  • Immigration medical examination results when requested by IRCC.
  • Permanent residence photographs.
  • Completed application forms and proof of payment.
  • Country-specific documents, if required.
  • Certified translations for documents not written in English or French.

Missing, unclear or inconsistent information can lead to delays or refusals. We help you prepare a complete, accurate application that clearly reflects your circumstances.

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