Frequently asked questions:
Sponsoring your family

Spouses, partners and dependent children

What family members may come with me to Canada when I immigrate?

The family members that can come with you to Canada when you become a permanent resident include:

• your spouse or common-law partner
• your dependent child or your spouse or common-law partner’s dependent child and
• a dependent child of a dependent child.

Your parents, grandparents and other family members are not eligible to come to Canada with you. However, you can apply to sponsor them to come to Canada after you immigrate here.