A Super Visa is an important tool for Canadian citizens and permanent residents who wish to bring their eligible parents and grandparents to Canada for extended visits. However, a Super Visa refusal can be disappointing and perplexing.
What is a Super Visa?
A Super Visa, also known as a grandparent super visa, allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens and permanent residents to visit Canada for extended periods. Unlike regular visitor visas, which are typically valid for six months, a grandparent super visa allows for stays of up to five years at a time without needing to renew the status.
Common Reasons for Super Visa Applicant's Refusal
Financial Inadequacy: One of the primary requirements for a Super Visa is that the host (the child or grandchild in Canada) meets a minimum income threshold. This is to ensure that they can support their visiting family members financially.
Incomplete or Incorrect Documentation: Providing insufficient, inaccurate, or incomplete documentation can lead to a refusal. All required forms and supporting documents must be properly completed and submitted.
Lack of Medical Insurance: Applicants must provide proof of private health insurance from a Canadian insurance company that is valid for at least one year. This health insurance must cover healthcare, hospitalization, and repatriation.
Travel History and Ties to Home Country: Applicants must demonstrate strong ties to their home country, such as family, employment, or property, which indicate that they will return after their visit.
Income and Health Insurance Requirements and Refusal
If you did not meet the income requirement, this is a valid reason for the refusal of your Super Visa application. The income threshold is based on the Low-Income Cut-Off (LICO) for the size of the host’s family, including the visiting parents or grandparents of a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Meeting this requirement is crucial because it demonstrates that the host can financially support the visitors during their stay in Canada.
What Should I Do After I Receive a Refusal in the Super Visa Application Process?
Review the Refusal Letter: Carefully read the refusal letter to understand the specific reasons for the decision. This will help you address the issues in your appeal or reapplication.
Assess the Reasons for Refusal: Identify the exact reasons for the refusal. If it was due to not meeting the income requirement, consider if there have been changes to your financial situation that could rectify this in a new application. Understanding the super visa application process is crucial to avoid common pitfalls and increase the chances of approval.
Reapply with Corrected Information: If the refusal was due to incomplete or incorrect documentation, gather all necessary documents, ensure they are accurate, and resubmit your application. Ensure that all forms are correctly filled out and all required documents are included.
Improve Supporting Evidence: Strengthen your application by providing additional supporting documents, such as updated financial information, proof of medical insurance, or stronger evidence of ties to your home country.
Judicial Review: If you believe that the refusal was unreasonable, you can request a judicial review. This process involves asking the Federal Court of Canada to review the decision. It is important to note that a judicial review is not a re-evaluation of your application but rather a review of the decision-making process to ensure it is fair and lawful. There are strict timelines for filing your Application for Leave and Judicial Review.
Why hire AKM Law as your immigration lawyers for your refused super visa?
Hiring AKM Law as your immigration lawyers for a refused Super Visa ensures you have experienced, knowledgeable, and dedicated professionals advocating for you. AKM Law specializes in assisting super visa applicants with their applications and refusals, and has a proven track record of handling Super Visa applications and refusals successfully. Their personalized approach tailors legal strategies to your specific circumstances, addressing common refusal reasons such as not meeting income requirements or incomplete documentation. AKM Law provides comprehensive case management, effective communication with immigration authorities, and strong representation if a judicial review is needed. With transparent processes, ongoing support, and multilingual services, AKM Law’s high success rate and positive client feedback highlight their commitment to achieving favorable outcomes and reuniting families in Canada.
