Spouse Application For Pr In Clark
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Timeline for Spousal Sponsorship As of 2024, typical processing times are around 12 months, but this can fluctuate based on factors such as: The completeness of the application. Whether biometrics and other required documentation are promptly provided. Any additional information requests by the immigration office.
- The processing time for U.S. citizens filing Form I-130 for a spouse beneficiary ranges from 13-54.5 months. - The processing time for legal permanent residents filing Form I-130 for a spouse beneficiary ranges from 32-67.5 months.
After biometrics submission, the processing time for a Canada visa can take an additional 4 to 8 weeks depending on the visa type and any additional checks required.
Starting November 2024, PGWP applicants must meet strict language benchmarks: CLB 7 for university graduates and CLB 5 for college graduates. These new requirements aim to ensure graduates can integrate into the Canadian workforce smoothly. For non-native speakers, these benchmarks add significant challenges.
As a Green Card holder (permanent resident), you may petition for certain family members to immigrate to the United States as permanent residents. You may petition for the following family members: Spouse (husband or wife) Unmarried children under 21.
You must include all your family members even if they are not coming to Canada with you. This includes: spouse or partner.
Canada Family Sponsorship for Spouse: Your sponsor must be 18 years or above. Spouses, conjugal Partners & common-law partners can apply. As a thumb rule, your sponsor should be a Canadian PR Visa holder or a Citizen. Must demonstrate legal marital status with your sponsor. Your sponsor must financially support you.
New eligibility rules for SOWP. As of March 19, 2024 spouses/partners are only eligible if the student is enrolled in one of these degree-granting programs: Master's or Doctorate-level programs, or any of the following professional programs: Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS, DMD);
You must file a separate Form I-130 for each eligible relative unless they can be considered a derivative beneficiary. See the form instructions for more information. If you submit a petition for your spouse, you must also submit Form I-130A, Supplemental Information for Spouse Beneficiary.
