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Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) – Sponsorship

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

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Entry: conditional
Stay: pathway to permanent residence

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Visa details

Fee

varies CAD (Program opens periodically; see IRCC for intake and fees)

Max stay

pathway to permanent residence

Validity

permanent_residence application process

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

not_applicable

Work allowed

no (as visitors unless other authorization obtained)

Sponsorship required

yes

Financial requirements

sponsor must meet minimum necessary income thresholds for undertaking

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

yes

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies

Official reference

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