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UK Office and CICC registered. We have 20 years of Canadian Family Class applications expertise.
Google reviews confirms our impeccable record in representing Canadian Family Class Applications
We offer a full representation service to clients from all parts of the UK both remotely via Skype and in person
If you require a Canadian spouse visa or a Canadian common-law partner visa, Immigration via the Canada Family Sponsorship program is available for eligible relatives of Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
The sponsored applicant must be related to the sponsor in one of the following ways:
➤ Spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner
➤ Parent or grandparent
➤ Dependent child
➤ A brother, sister, nephew, niece, or grandchild who is orphaned, unmarried, and under 18 years of age
➤ Intended adopted child under 18 years of age
➤ One other relative provided the sponsor has no relative matching the above list, and no relatives who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents
Our mission is to help you achieve your immigration goal and open doors to a new life in Canada. We look forward to working with you to develop a practical Canadian immigration law strategy for successfully moving to Canada on a temporary or permanent basis. We specialise in representing clients applying for Spouse visa for Canada via Family Sponsorship and Express Entry programs.
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There are currently three different relationship categories that exist for spousal sponsorship: marriage, common-law, and conjugal. Depending on the kind of relationship, you may have different requirements in order to have your application accepted for a Spouse Visa for Canada or Canadian Common Law Partner Visa.
You can sponsor a person as your spouse if that person is legally married to you. A marriage between two persons of the same sex will also be recognized for immigration purposes, if the marriage was legally performed in Canada, or was performed outside of Canada in a country where marriage between two persons of the opposite sex is legally recognized.
You can sponsor a person as your common-law partner if that person is of the opposite or same-sex as
you and that other person have cohabited in a conjugal relationship for a period of at least one year, and
your relationship with that person is continuing.
You can sponsor a person as a conjugal partner if
that person is of the opposite or same sex, that person is residing outside Canada (that is, has, for legal purposes, a fixed, permanent and principal home outside Canada), and you have maintained a conjugal relationship with that person for at least one year, that is you have been in a committed and mutually interdependent relationship of some permanence where you have combined your affairs to the extent possible.
➤ at least 18 years old
➤ a Canadian citizen, a person registered in Canada as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act or a permanent resident living in Canada
➤ if you are a Canadian citizen living outside Canada, you must show that you plan to live in Canada when your sponsored relative becomes a permanent resident
➤ you can’t sponsor someone if you are a permanent resident living outside Canada
➤ able to prove that you are not receiving social assistance for reasons other than a disability
➤ have enough income to provide for basic needs of any grandchildren (dependent children of a dependent child) of the principal applicant
➤ If you live in Quebec, you must also meet Quebec’s conditions to be a sponsor.
To be eligible for permanent residence, the principal applicant and any dependents must not be criminally or medically inadmissible to Canada
➤ you have failed to pay
➤ an immigration loan
➤ a performance bond
➤ family support payments
➤ have failed to provide for the basic needs of a previously-sponsored relative who received social assistance
➤ are under a removal order
➤ are in a penitentiary, jail, reformatory or prison
➤ receive social assistance for a reason other than a disability
➤ are still going through the process of bankruptcy (undischarged bankruptcy)
➤ were sponsored by a spouse or partner and you became a permanent resident less than five years ago
➤ sponsored a previous spouse or partner and three years have not passed since this person became a permanent resident
➤ you have already applied to sponsor your current spouse, partner or child and a decision on your application hasn’t been made yet
➤ you were convicted of a violent or sexual offence, or an offence that caused bodily harm to a relative—or you attempted or threatened to commit any of these offences.
When submitting a spouse visa for Canada or common-law partner, the application is normally processed at a Canadian Visa Office in the country where the applicant normally resides.
Canadian citizens who currently reside in the UK can sponsor their family members and complete the immigration process without having to return to Canada! The Canadian government recently confirmed that they are very keen on keeping families together and family sponsorship applications will remain a priority.
We specialise in representing Canadian citizens based in the UK with their Family Sponsorship applications and regularly obtaining Spouse Visa Canada or Canadian Common Law Partner Visa. View the many Google reviews from satisfied clients.
It is sometimes necessary for the Canadian government to request an interview before a visa can be issued. This occurs when there are concerns over the genuineness of the family relationship. In most cases, a well-prepared visa application is usually enough to eliminate the need for an interview.
You will be pleased to know that family class sponsorship applications are treated as a priority by the Canadian government. In our long experience of representing this category of application and based upon the volume of our client historical data, a well-prepared spouse/partner application considered by the Canadian High Commission in London is usually processed within 6 months. Although this can vary slightly due to the number of applications and seasonal fluctuations. However, we are pleased to report that a recent client application was finalised in just three short months from the date of submission to the issue of landing papers!
The current published processing time for applicants applying outside Canada and based in the UK is 16 months. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
If your application for sponsorship is refused, you can appeal the case to the Immigration Adjudication Division (IAD) within 30 days of the refusal.
Not all spouse visa refusals are eligible for sponsorship appeal. Only spouses or partners who submitted outland sponsorship under the Family Class to IRCC can appeal.
This means that couples who made in Canada sponsorship under the Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada class can not make a sponsorship appeal. They can still resubmit the application or apply for judicial review to the Federal Court of Canada.
IAD appeals are lengthy, costly and by no means guaranteed. If your case was refused, you should contact a lawyer or authorised legal representative immediately in order to ensure your appeal is filed on time.
As sponsor, you must sign a three-year Sponsorship Agreement that obligates you to provide full financial support to your partner for three years beginning on the date that permanent residence is granted. This obligation remains valid even if you divorce or separate from your partner.
As a sponsor, you must show that you have enough financial resources to provide financial support for both yourself and your partner. If your partner has dependent children, you must also have enough income to provide for their basic needs.
Pahl & Associates attach great significance to Google Reviews received from our past clients as it helps potential clients to gauge our level of service and professionalism. We positively encourage you to view our client reviews.
Mr Pahl has given us the most amazing level of professional help, support and advice throughout the process of applying for a Canadian Parent/Grandparent Super Visa. As a result of his wise counsel we have had our applications approved much more quickly than we expected. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Thank you so much for your phenomenal expertise in securing my permanent residency to Canada, it was a pleasure to work with a true professional who made the process so simple and so incredibly. I wholeheartedly recommend your service to anyone seeking permanent residency. Very best regards
Balvinder has been extremely helpful in the process of obtaining permanent residency in Canada. It went a lot faster than I initially assumed and the process, through Balvinder's services, was very smooth. I can only reccomend his service!
Balvinder and the team helped immensely with putting my PR application together. Balvinder was always available to answer any questions or concerns, making the entire process easy and stress-free. 10/10 service - highly recommended!
Balvinder guided me through the process of applying for my Spousal Permanent Resident visa excellently, always being on hand to answer any questions I had. He made the whole process go smoothly and I would recommend him unreservedly.
Exceptional service. Mr Pahl guided us through the whole process, giving thorough explanation at each stage. I highly recommend!
Pahl & Associates delivered a truly painless & stress free experience for my application on a spousal permanent resident application as my wife is Canadian. I would highly recommend using their services to anyone wanting to immigrate to Canada! Thank you Mr Pahl & team!
TMy husband and I would absolutely, 100% recommend Pahl & Associates if you are considering making the move to Canada. We did not really know where to start when we decided to go for it, but Balvinder explained everything, was always able to answer all of our questions, and provide us with reassurance if we were ever feeling overwhelmed by the process. Pahl & Associates removed such a massive element of stress from the process for us, and ensured everything was always done correctly, on time and always ensuring no details were missed or overlooked. So pleased we decided to go with Pahl & Associates. Would definitely reccomend!
The Canadian government prioritises the processing of sponsorship applications. In order to achieve a timely favourable decision, all of the requirements must be met. Any minor error within your application forms or missing a crucial document can lead to a refusal. In order to process a Family sponsorship application, individuals should enlist the help of an authorised legal representative who is experienced in providing an applicant with the best chance to be sponsored whilst minimising delays as a result of submitting a poorly prepared application.
At Pahl & Associates, we have assisted hundreds of clients to achieve Canadian permanent residence via Family Sponsorship program. We specialise in such cases and the fact that we are based in the UK places us in a unique position of being able to assist Canadian citizens residing in the UK and are seeking to sponsor their partners and family members. The option to meet at our office in London for a face to face meeting is reassuring and convenient for our clients. We strongly recommend that you view testimonials and the first-hand experience from our past clients which highlight our professionalism and level of service.
We are currently offering a free phone consultation for Canadian Family Class applications.
Once retained our fees are fixed and payable in 3 instalments at key stages of the process.
➤ $75 – sponsorship fee
➤ $490 – principal applicant processing fee
➤ $515 – the right of permanent residence fee
$85 – biometric fee
Contact Pahl & Associates for a FREE initial 15 minute phone consultation to assess your Canadian Family Class immigration enquiry.
Are you planning to move to Canada from the UK? Feel free to contact Pahl & Associates to discuss your Canadian immigration options, eligibility requirements and realistic chances of potential success.
