My sponsor doesn't work and has no income

[egosheep]

My wife moved back to Canada in the past year.  She doesn't work so she doesn't have any income or any tax returns as of yet.  I know that since I am immigrating as her husband that we do not have to meet any income requirements... as far as I know?  But on the forms should I just put N/A, no work history, no income, or what?  Do I need to write a letter explaining that I work and support us both?

[Material]

My wife moved back to Canada in the past year.  She doesn't work so she doesn't have any income or any tax returns as of yet.  I know that since I am immigrating as her husband that we do not have to meet any income requirements... as far as I know?  But on the forms should I just put N/A, no work history, no income, or what?  Do I need to write a letter explaining that I work and support us both?

She is the one that has to have any job in order to sponsor you because when she does she will be responsible for three years , I dont think that writing N/A is wise because they need to see any amount of income plus your work wont matter to them because your going to come to Canada thus you wont have your job anymore.

I dont know if she can present some sort of bank statement that will show an amount of money in her account that proves that she can take care of you but again I dont know if this is possible maybe more experianced members would help clearify this situation ?

Cheers

[CharlieD10]

She doesn't need to meet a minimum income to sponsor you, true, but you will need to show how you plan to support yourselves.  A PR can be denied if it appears that no other arrangements have been made for their care than relying on welfare and CIC is not convinced he/she is willing/able to support themselves.

So.  Gather all the evidence you have of savings, yours and hers.  And make sure you show any professional or other qualifications you have that are transferable to the job market in Canada.  If she is job hunting, she can show evidence of that too. If you are sending her funds, make sure you document it.  Make a strong case for your ability to support yourself and her when granted PR.

My husband is on disability, and works at his trade (construction) when his health and the weather permit, so his earned income is sporadic at best.  So when we applied, we included evidence of his savings and investments, and copies of all of my professional qualifications (accountant) and school records for high school showing I am fully capable of supporting myself and integrating into the Canadian workforce.

[egosheep]

She doesn't need to meet a minimum income to sponsor you, true, but you will need to show how you plan to support yourselves.  A PR can be denied if it appears that no other arrangements have been made for their care than relying on welfare and CIC is not convinced he/she is willing/able to support themselves.

So.  Gather all the evidence you have of savings, yours and hers.  And make sure you show any professional or other qualifications you have that are transferable to the job market in Canada.  If she is job hunting, she can show evidence of that too. If you are sending her funds, make sure you document it.  Make a strong case for your ability to support yourself and her when granted PR.

My husband is on disability, and works at his trade (construction) when his health and the weather permit, so his earned income is sporadic at best.  So when we applied, we included evidence of his savings and investments, and copies of all of my professional qualifications (accountant) and school records for high school showing I am fully capable of supporting myself and integrating into the Canadian workforce.

Basically I am self employed.  I work with my father and will continue to do computer based work after I move to Canada, and will continue to draw a salary while I look for a job here.  I have 2 potential interviews lined up but I don't want to schedule them until my paperwork is further along.

I already support my wife in Canada, we have an apartment there which I am paying for.  My wife is not able to work.  We have a joint account and I travel back and forth to Canada often... every 45 days at least.  In the US we own a home, which is paid off with no mortgage(should I list that as an asset?).  Is the fact that I already have a place in Canada(and have had it for 7 months) proof that I will be stable, since my income will not immediately change after moving?

[Canooknic]

I was made redundant so chose to stay home to raise our children so I explained, in a separate note, that he fiance would be working to support us and sent proof of my previous salaries.

[canadianwoman]

I already support my wife in Canada, we have an apartment there which I am paying for.  My wife is not able to work.  We have a joint account and I travel back and forth to Canada often... every 45 days at least.  In the US we own a home, which is paid off with no mortgage(should I list that as an asset?).  Is the fact that I already have a place in Canada(and have had it for 7 months) proof that I will be stable, since my income will not immediately change after moving?

Definitely provide proof of the support you provide your wife, your income and the fact it will continue after going to Canada, and all your property. Anything jointly owned should be mentioned.
If your wife can't work, the visa officer will want to see that you will be able to support both of you. You have ample proof of that, so send it with the application, even though the applicant does not have to send details of his property and assets.