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Orphaned Brother / Sister / Niece / Nephew / Grandchild Sponsorship — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-23 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Medical examRequired
Age rangeNone–17

Costs

Application / consular fee€122

Duration & renewal

Citizenship possible after 3 years.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/family-sponsorship/other-relatives.html.

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.

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