Other Eligible Relatives
In rare circumstances, sponsor other relatives if you have no other family members you could sponsor and meet specific conditions. Must meet strict eligibility criteria.
When Other Relatives Sponsorship Applies
Understanding the exceptional circumstances for other relatives sponsorship
Exceptional Circumstances
Provides immigration pathway for relatives in exceptional situations where no other options exist.
Humanitarian Consideration
Recognizes special family circumstances that warrant compassionate immigration consideration.
Permanent Residence
Successful applicants become permanent residents with full rights and benefits.
Family Unity
Allows families to stay together in exceptional circumstances where separation would cause undue hardship.
Eligible Categories for Other Relatives
Very limited circumstances where other relatives can be sponsored
Orphaned Relatives Under 18
Sponsor orphaned relatives under 18 who are related by blood or adoption and meet specific criteria.
Requirements:
- Related by blood or adoption
- Both parents are deceased
- Under 18 years old
- Not married or in common-law relationship
Relatives if No Other Family
Sponsor other relatives only if you have no other family members you could sponsor and meet strict conditions.
Requirements:
- No spouse, partner, or children to sponsor
- No parents or grandparents to sponsor
- Relative is related by blood or adoption
- Meet all other sponsorship requirements
Strict Eligibility Criteria
Why other relatives sponsorship is extremely limited
No Other Eligible Family Members
You must demonstrate that you have no spouse, partner, dependent children, parents, or grandparents that you could sponsor instead.
Relationship Documentation
Must provide comprehensive proof of family relationship through birth certificates, adoption papers, or other official documents.
Financial Support Ability
Must meet Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) requirements and demonstrate ability to provide financial support.
Important Consideration
Other relatives sponsorship is extremely rare and has very strict eligibility criteria. Most applicants do not qualify. Consider alternative immigration pathways or visitor visas for family members who don't meet the strict criteria.
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