How long does Canadian spousal sponsorship take? The processing time for Canadian spousal sponsorship is generally 6-18 months. If you wish to reunite sooner, you may apply for a Canadian spousal/common-law partner open work permit (commonly referred to as an OWP) after submitting your Canadian spousal sponsorship application.
The Canadian spousal Open Work Permit (OWP) is a type of work permit introduced by immigration authorities for humanitarian reasons. OWP stands for Open Work Permit; it does not require a job offer from an employer, nor does it require approval from the Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Once an OWP visa is approved, the goal of reuniting with your spouse in Canada can be achieved.
If you are the spouse or common-law partner of a foreign worker, you may be eligible to apply for an open work permit if your spouse or common-law partner meets the following conditions:
(1) Authorized to work in Canada for 6 months or longer,
(2) Meets the minimum requirements for the job (usually requiring at least a college diploma), and
(3) Is employed in an occupation classified under NOC 0, A, or B.
OWP Submission Method:
Apply online via the CIC website. Only scanned copies of documents are required. The work permit will be mailed directly by the immigration department via standard mail to the address specified by the applicant.
Document Checklist:
1、Application form IMM5710
2、Marriage certificate
3、Proof of status of the family member in Canada
4、Proof of medical examination completed by a designated physician
5、Passport or travel document; scans of the bio-data page, signature page, and every page with a visa or stamp are required
6、Digital photo