Legally a spousal sponsorship between an LGBTQ couple and or a straight couple are the same, the LGBTQ application has its own challenges.
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A Guide To the Unique Challenges of 2SLGBTQ+ Spousal or Common-law Sponsorship Applications
Blog - Family Class Sponsorship
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What’s the Difference between Spousal, Common-Law, and Conjugal Sponsorship?
Marriages and common-law partnerships are both different types of conjugal (marriage-like) relationships. Conjugal sponsorships are very rare.
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What You Should Know Before Applying for Canadian Family Class (Overseas) Spousal Sponsorship From Outside Canada
Even if you live outside Canada, you can still submit the sponsorship application for your spouse or partner any time. However, there are rules.
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Common-Law Partnership FAQs for Immigration
Two partners are considered to be common-law if they have lived together for at least one year and meet the other requirements.
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Can You Be A Sponsor If You Are Unemployed?
You can still sponsor your family members if you are unemployed.
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I Submitted My Sponsorship Application Months Ago – What Can I Do?
IRCC did not open or process any family sponsorship applications between February 12, 2020 and Mid August 2020 due to covid-19 processing delays.
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Can a Sponsor or Sponsored Person Collect Employment Insurance?
Even if a sponsor or sponsored person collects employment insurance, their application will not be negatively impacted.
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