Super Visa Updates: Insurance, Stay Length and Sponsor Income

The Super Visa, at a glance

The Super Visa lets parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents stay in Canada for up to 5 years per entry, with a multi-entry visa valid for up to 10 years.

Current requirements

• Medical insurance: minimum CAD $100,000 coverage, valid for at least 1 year from entry, from a Canadian insurer or an approved international insurance company (designated in 2024).
• Sponsor income: child or grandchild in Canada must meet the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) for the family size, including the visitors.
• Letter of invitation from the host detailing accommodation and support.
• Medical exam required for the applicant.

Common pitfalls

• Buying insurance from a non-approved international provider — refusal.
• Forgetting to include the visiting parents in the LICO family-size calculation.
• Weak ties to home country — strengthen with property, employment or dependent evidence.

The Super Visa is faster and more flexible than the PGP lottery. For many families, it's the better choice.