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If you’re planning to reunite with your spouse, partner, or fiancé(e) in Canada, understanding the differences between available immigration programs is essential. This comparison page is designed to help you navigate the most common immigration pathways under the Spouse/Partner/Fiancé(e) section of Canada’s Family Class system, so you can choose the option that fits your situation best.
The three main options for couples are:
- Spouse or Partner Sponsorship (PR): This is a permanent residence program that allows Canadian citizens or permanent residents to sponsor their spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner. It is available through both Inland and Outland processes and is ideal for couples who are ready for long-term settlement in Canada.
- Open Work Permit: Available only to applicants being sponsored from within Canada under the Inland Sponsorship stream, this permit allows the sponsored partner to work while awaiting a decision on their PR application. It provides financial and professional flexibility during the transition.
- Visitor Visa: For couples not yet ready to apply for sponsorship, or who are applying through the Outland stream, a visitor visa offers a temporary way to be together in Canada. While it doesn’t lead directly to permanent residency, it can help couples bridge the gap during processing.
Each of these programs has different requirements, benefits, and timelines, depending on whether you are applying from inside or outside Canada, your current immigration status, and your long-term goals.
Book a consultation with RightWay Canada to assess your relationship, current status, and eligibility across all available options. Our immigration consultants will help you compare pathways and choose the right one for your unique journey—ensuring every step is taken with confidence and clarity.
