Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) Considerations – Permanent Residence on H&C Grounds

Detailed information for this visa type in Canada.

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Entry: conditional

Stay: permanent_residence if approved

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Fee

varies CAD (Discretionary grounds considered by IRCC; no fixed income threshold but proof of settlement capacity expected)

Max stay

permanent_residence if approved

Validity

permanent_residence application process

Entry type

conditional

Extendable

not_applicable

Work allowed

conditional (applicants may apply for work authorization in Canada)

Sponsorship required

Financial requirements

none beyond demonstration of establishment and admissibility

Health insurance required

conditional

Path to permanent residency

yes (if H&C application approved)

Path to citizenship

conditional

Processing time

varies

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