Temporary residence and family visits
Visitor Visa and Super Visa Services in Surrey, BC
Clear, consultant-led review for people planning a temporary visit to Canada or an extended visit with eligible children or grandchildren.
Consultant-led service: Deepika Minhas, Class L3 RCIC-IRB, College ID R706527, Surrey, BC. Verify on the College public register ↗
Quick answer
What is a Super Visa, and when is a visitor visa enough?
A Super Visa lets eligible parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens, permanent residents and registered Indians visit for up to 5 years per stay, with multiple entries for up to 10 years. The host must meet a minimum income and sign an invitation letter; the visitor needs at least 1 year of private medical insurance and a medical exam. A visitor visa is for shorter trips.
A visitor visa (temporary resident visa) is generally used by travellers from visa-required countries. A Super Visa is a separate option for eligible parents and grandparents that can allow longer visits. The correct route and supporting evidence depend on the traveller, the host and current IRCC requirements.
Last reviewed: October 27, 2026 by Deepika Minhas, Class L3 RCIC-IRB. Source: IRCC.
General fit
Who may request a review
- People applying to visit family, attend an event or travel to Canada temporarily.
- Parents or grandparents exploring a Super Visa to visit eligible family in Canada.
- Visitors who need a review of an extension or restoration matter that UW accepts.
- Applicants who want a refusal, document request or change in circumstances reviewed before deciding what to do next.
Accepted matters
How UW may assist
- Visitor visa application strategy and document review.
- Super Visa requirements, host information and supporting-document review.
- Invitation-letter and purpose-of-visit evidence review.
- Accepted visitor extension or restoration matters.
- Refusal review and options discussion, without promising a different outcome.
Professional review
Where careful preparation matters
A consultation is used to understand the facts, identify the right process and confirm whether UW can accept the matter. It is not a guarantee of eligibility or outcome.
Purpose and ties
The application should tell a coherent, evidence-supported story about the visit, finances and reasons to leave Canada when required.
Host and traveller evidence
A professional review can identify gaps or inconsistencies between the traveller’s documents and the host’s information.
Super Visa requirements
Insurance, medical, relationship and financial-support requirements change and should be checked against the current official instructions. Read our guide to Super Visa insurance requirements in 2026.
Prepare for the consultation
Information that helps the first review
Bring or have access to the relevant information below. Do not upload passports, banking records or other sensitive documents through the public website form.
- Passport and travel history
- Reason for travel and proposed dates
- Employment, business or study information
- Funds and financial-support information
- Host’s status and relationship documents
- Any refusal letters or IRCC requests
A clear working process
What happens after you contact UW
- 1
Consultation and scope
Deepika reviews the purpose of travel, background, deadlines and whether UW can accept the matter.
- 2
Evidence plan
If retained, the required forms and supporting evidence are organized around the facts of the visit.
- 3
Application review
Information is checked for consistency, completeness and alignment with current instructions.
- 4
Submission and follow-up
The agreed submission or representation work is completed and next steps are explained.
2026 requirements
What are the Super Visa requirements in 2026?
The host (a child or grandchild) must be 18 or older, live in Canada, be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or registered Indian, and meet the minimum necessary income. The parent or grandparent applies from outside Canada with an invitation letter, proof of relationship, a medical exam and private health insurance.
| Host status | Canadian citizen, permanent resident or registered Indian, at least 18, living in Canada. |
|---|---|
| Host income | At or above the low income cut-off (LICO) for the household size, counting the host's family, the visitors and anyone else the host has sponsored or invited. A spouse or common-law partner can co-sign. The income rules were updated by Ministerial Instructions in force March 31, 2026. |
| Invitation letter | Signed by the host. Includes proof of income and the name and date of birth of each person counted in the household. |
| Health insurance | Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry, with at least $100,000 emergency coverage for health care, hospitalization and repatriation. Paid in full, or in instalments with a deposit (quotes aren't accepted). From a Canadian insurer or an authorized foreign insurer. |
| Medical exam | An immigration medical exam with an IRCC panel physician. |
| Where to apply | From outside Canada. |
Sources: IRCC, Super Visa: who can apply; Super Visa: forms and documents; Ministerial Instructions (2026). Checked on October 27, 2026.
Choosing the right option
Super Visa or visitor visa: which one fits?
- Staying 6 months or less, or not meeting the Super Visa requirements: a visitor visa may fit, as IRCC notes.
- Parents or grandparents planning long visits with family: a Super Visa allows up to 5 years per stay.
- Visa-exempt parents or grandparents can still get a Super Visa; those flying in may also need an eTA.
- Waiting on a parent sponsorship? IRCC says you can apply for a Super Visa while it is processed. New parent and grandparent sponsorship intake is currently paused.
Common questions
Answers before you request a consultation
Is a visitor visa the same as a Super Visa?
No. A visitor visa is used for temporary travel by people who require a visa. A Super Visa is designed for eligible parents and grandparents and has additional host, insurance and medical requirements.
Does a visitor visa guarantee entry to Canada?
No. A visa allows a person to travel to a Canadian port of entry, but the final decision to admit a traveller and the authorized period of stay are made by border authorities.
How long can a Super Visa holder stay?
IRCC currently describes the Super Visa as allowing eligible parents and grandparents to visit for up to five years at a time, subject to the documents issued and the decision at entry. Always confirm current rules before travel.
Can UW guarantee approval after a refusal?
No. UW can review the decision, the evidence and possible next steps, but no representative can guarantee an approval or a particular processing time.
Can I visit Surrey for business meetings on a visitor visa?
Business visitors can attend meetings, events and conferences without a work permit, as long as they don't enter the Canadian labour market. A visitor visa or eTA may still be needed, depending on your passport. See IRCC: business visitors attending meetings, events and conferences.
Can a Super Visa be refused even if the host meets the income?
Yes. IRCC also considers whether the visit is genuine, ties to the home country, the purpose of the visit, finances and admissibility. A consultation can review the file before you apply, but no one can guarantee a decision.
Do you help in Punjabi and Hindi?
Yes. Consultations are available in English, Punjabi (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ) and Hindi (हिंदी).
Request a paid consultation
Tell UW what you need help with. Deepika will review the request and contact you to confirm availability, professional scope and the consultation fee before services begin.