Common Law Partner Visa Rules & Conditions

Just like every Canadian visa, the common-law partner visa also includes some rules and conditions that must be fulfilled by the sponsor and the applicant, wherever applicable. The rules can be different if you apply for a common-law partner visa under the Family Class or Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada Class.

If your spouse is inside Canada, you shall apply under Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada Class, otherwise, you can apply under Family Class. Other conditions associated with the common-law partner visa include:

• The couple must have lived together for at least 12 consecutive months in a marriage-like relationship 
• The couple has been living separately due to some family concerns or business purposes
• The sponsor is a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident 
• The sponsor has the financial ability to provide the basic needs of housing and medication to the applicant for at least three years

To seek complete assistance on the rules and conditions associated with the common-law partner visa for Canada, you must consult family immigration experts at V2I. Our experienced and professional team shall handle your queries and provide complete support in immigrating as a common-law partner to Canada.