Canada Super Visa: Reunite Your Family for Extended Stays

Bring your parents and grandparents to Canada for up to 5 years at a time with expert Super Visa guidance from Mirzoyan Immigration Services.

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Two Pathways to Bring Your Parents and Grandparents to Canada

Super Visa: Extended Family Time (Up to 5 Years per Visit)

Perfect for families seeking meaningful, long-term visits. The Super Visa allows your parents or grandparents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit, with a visa validity of up to 10 years. This is ideal for families who want their loved ones to be part of their daily lives, witness important milestones, and truly integrate into Canadian family life.

Visitor Visa (TRV): Short-Term Visits (Up to 6 Months)

An excellent option for shorter family visits or when budget considerations are a priority. While more limited in duration, this pathway offers a cost-effective way to bring parents and grandparents to Canada for holidays, special occasions, or brief family reunions.

Understanding Temporary Intent – A Critical Success Factor

One of the most misunderstood aspects of Super Visa applications is the requirement to demonstrate temporary intent. Despite allowing stays of up to 5 years, immigration officers must be convinced that applicants will return to their home country when their authorized stay expires.

At Mirzoyan Immigration Services, we help you build a compelling case by addressing key factors that officers evaluate:

  • Strong ties to home country (property ownership, employment, family obligations)

  • Clear purpose of visit (family bonding, helping with grandchildren, health reasons)

  • Financial stability in both Canada and home country

  • Political and economic conditions in the applicant's home country

Our experience shows that addressing these factors proactively significantly improves approval chances.

Super Visa Canada Eligibility Requirements: Ensuring Your Success

Requirements for Parents/Grandparents (Applicants)

  • Location: Must be outside Canada when applying and when visa is approved

  • Admissibility: Must meet Canadian admissibility standards (no criminal issues, security concerns)

  • Medical Examination: Complete Immigration Medical Exam (valid for 1 year) before application submission

  • Health Insurance Coverage: Mandatory insurance with specific requirements:

    • Valid for minimum one year from entry date

    • Fully paid (no quotes accepted)

    • Coverage for healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation

    • Minimum $100,000 CAD emergency coverage

    • Must be from IRCC-approved Canadian or international insurance company

Requirements for Canadian Hosts (Children/Grandchildren)

  • Relationship: Must be child or grandchild of applicant

  • Status: Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or registered Indian

  • Age & Residence: At least 18 years old and residing in Canada

  • Income Requirements: Meet or exceed minimum necessary income thresholds (amounts updated periodically)

  • Letter of Invitation: Comprehensive invitation letter including financial support commitment

Why Choose an Immigration Consultant for Your Super Visa Application?

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Personalized Family-Focused Approach

Every family's situation is unique. We take time to understand your specific circumstances, family dynamics, and long-term goals to develop the most effective application strategy.

Comprehensive Documentation Support

Super Visa applications require extensive documentation. Our experienced team guides you through every requirement, ensuring nothing is overlooked and all documents meet IRCC standards.

Ongoing Support Throughout the Process

From initial consultation through visa approval, we're with you every step of the way. We monitor processing times, respond to additional requests from IRCC, and keep you informed of your application's progress.

Trusted Toronto Immigration Consultants

Trusted Toronto immigration team helping individuals and families with spousal sponsorships, work permits, visitor visas, and permanent residence.

Narek Mirzoyan

Narek Mirzoyan is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC#R1005184) in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants and a Licensed Paralegal (P12490) with the Law Society of Ontario and the founder of Mirzoyan Canadian Immigration Services Inc. in Toronto.

As an immigrant to Canada himself, Narek understands firsthand the hopes and hurdles newcomers face and channels that lived experience into a clear, practical guidance for every client he serves.

Narek has built a reputation of integrity, attention to detail, and client-focused service. In addition to his immigration practice, Narek also runs Mirzoyan Legal, a successful notary public business that has proudly served the community since 2022 years and earned more than 250 five-star reviews on Google.

Whether clients need help with Visitor Visas, Study or Work Permits, Family Sponsorship, Permanent Residence, or Citizenship applications, Narek is committed to delivering a smooth, transparent, and ethical experience every step of the way. Narek is also fluent in Russian and Armenian.

Vahe Mirzoyan

Vahe Mirzoyan is a seasoned Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC#R514223) with over a decade of dedicated experience working with individuals, corporations, and institutions on the full spectrum of Canadian immigration law. With a career built on precision, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to client success, Vahe has established himself as a trusted authority in Canadian immigration.

Vahe's expertise spans the entire continuum of Canadian immigration matters, encompassing Visitor Visas, Study Permits, Work Permits, Intra-company Transfers, Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs), Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), other Permanent Residence, and Citizenship applications.

Throughout his career, Vahe has held progressively senior roles at some of Canada's most respected legal and professional services firms. Specifically, at Green and Spiegel LLP, one of North America's leading immigration law firms.

An entrepreneurial professional at heart, Vahe is distinguished not only by his technical mastery but by his ability to architect and strategically plan complex immigration journeys for both individual and corporate clients. Vahe is deeply attuned to the human dimensions of immigration — the aspirations, uncertainties, and life-altering decisions that clients bring to each consultation. He approaches every matter with discretion, cultural sensitivity, and a genuine commitment to achieving outcomes that align with the clients' personal and professional goals. Vahe brings the same level of diligence and care to each file. Coming from a multicultural background, Vahe is also fluent in Russian and Armenian.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Super Visa allows parents and grandparents to stay in Canada for up to 5 years per visit, compared to the typical 6-month maximum for visitor visas. It's a multiple-entry visa valid for up to 10 years, making it ideal for extended family visits and deeper family integration.

  • No, the Super Visa is specifically designed for family visits only. Holders cannot work or study in Canada. The purpose is to facilitate extended family time while maintaining temporary status.

  • Yes, valid health insurance is absolutely mandatory and must meet specific IRCC requirements. The insurance must be purchased before arrival, cover at least $100,000 in emergency medical coverage, and include healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation benefits.

  • If refused, you'll receive a detailed refusal letter explaining the officer's concerns. At Mirzoyan Immigration Services, we can help you understand the reasons, address the underlying issues, and prepare a stronger application for resubmission.

  • This depends on your family's specific needs, financial situation, and how long you want your parents/grandparents to stay. During our consultation, we'll analyze your circumstances and recommend the best pathway for your family's goals.

  • The Super Visa itself is a temporary residence program and doesn't directly lead to permanent residence. However, it can be an excellent bridge while pursuing other immigration pathways, such as the Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program for permanent residence.