Initial case assessment
Discuss your relationship, barriers, history, and circumstances that may be relevant to this limited category.
Partner sponsorship
Get careful guidance for a complex relationship pathway.
Conjugal partner sponsorship may apply only in limited circumstances. Explore the requirements carefully and understand which facts and records may need attention.
- A careful discussion of your circumstances
- Support organising relevant relationship evidence
- Clear explanations of requirements and next steps
Guidance for your family’s next steps
A clearer understanding
Start with a careful assessment of your facts
The conjugal partner category is limited and has specific requirements under Canadian immigration rules. It may be relevant in some cases where significant barriers have prevented a couple from marrying or living together, but the category is not a general alternative to other sponsorship routes.
The reasons, relationship history, and supporting evidence require careful consideration. Eligibility is fact-specific and should be assessed against the current IRCC instructions before relying on this pathway.
Eligibility and required documents depend on individual circumstances and current Canadian immigration rules.
How we can help
Support at every important stage
Practical guidance to help you understand your options and prepare information for your circumstances.
Document checklist and preparation
Identify the forms and supporting records to consider for your individual case.
Relationship evidence organisation
Organise accurate records that help explain the relationship and relevant circumstances.
Application review and next steps
Review the information for clarity and discuss current requirements before deciding how to proceed.
A considered process
A practical application journey
Each case is different. These steps offer a general sense of how preparation and guidance may be organised.
Discuss your situation
Explain your relationship, circumstances, and any barriers that may be relevant.
Prepare your documents
Identify current forms and records that may help explain your specific case.
Review your application
Check that the information and evidence are accurate, complete, and consistent.
Understand the next steps
Discuss whether this route may fit and what official requirements to review before proceeding.
Preparation
Document the circumstances carefully
Requirements are specific to each case. Depending on your circumstances, relevant records may include:
- Identity and civil-status documents
- Relationship history and evidence of ongoing commitment
- Records explaining barriers to marrying or living together, where relevant
- Forms and supporting records required by current IRCC instructions
These examples are general, not a complete checklist. Always follow the current IRCC instructions for your case.
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Thoughtful support, centred on your situation
Get clear communication and a structured understanding of the application journey, without promises about government decisions.
Careful communication
Discuss a complex pathway in clear terms, including questions that need further assessment.
Organised preparation
Structure relevant information and records around the facts of your case.
Case-specific perspective
Avoid assuming this category applies without reviewing your circumstances and current requirements.
Practical next steps
Understand what to verify and consider before choosing how to proceed.
Common questions
What to know before you begin
General information only. The right answer for your case depends on your circumstances and current IRCC requirements.
What is conjugal partner sponsorship?
It is a limited sponsorship category with specific IRCC requirements. It is not a general substitute for spouse or common-law sponsorship, and whether it may apply depends on the individual facts.
When might this category be considered?
It may be considered in some circumstances involving significant barriers to marrying or living together. The requirements are specific, and a detailed review of the facts and current official instructions is important.
What kind of evidence could matter?
Evidence may relate to the relationship, its history, and the circumstances or barriers relevant to the application. The appropriate records vary by case and should be truthful and consistent.
Can I know from this page whether I qualify?
No. Eligibility depends on individual facts and current IRCC rules. A case-specific assessment is needed before deciding whether this route may be appropriate.
Where can I review official information?
Consult the current IRCC spouse and partner sponsorship information linked below and seek guidance based on your circumstances.
Assess your circumstances
Start with a clear discussion of your situation.
Talk through your circumstances and understand the questions to consider before pursuing a conjugal partner application.