How to bring my spouse over? I will soon have a PGWP.

[kristianvassilev]

Hi, all.
I've been reading a ton of threads on this forum trying to figure out what's the best way for my wife to come over for a visit.

I am an international student (from Bulgaria) in Alberta, soon to graduate. My study permit expires in July 2015, but in May 2015 (right after I graduate) I should have my 2-year work permit. Me and my wife (also from Bulgaria) got married a month ago and I was wondering what would be the best way for her to apply to come visit me. Eventually I will be able to apply for permanent resident and hopefully she can do it with me.

1. Should she apply right now, or wait until I have my work permit? (my study permit right now is expiring in July 2015)
2. Why is it that she needs an airplane ticket in order to apply? How are we sure we won't just waste the money, if she doesn't get a visa?
3. Would it be better to say that she is going to show her own income, or say she's my dependant and I can show my bank account?
- What's the best option we have at all? May be another recommendation?

Any advice will be appreciated.
Thank you.

 

[J5M]

Hi,

Hi, all.
I've been reading a ton of threads on this forum trying to figure out what's the best way for my wife to come over for a visit.

I am an international student (from Bulgaria) in Alberta, soon to graduate. My study permit expires in July 2015, but in May 2015 (right after I graduate) I should have my 2-year work permit. Me and my wife (also from Bulgaria) got married a month ago and I was wondering what would be the best way for her to apply to come visit me. Eventually I will be able to apply for permanent resident and hopefully she can do it with me.

1. Should she apply right now, or wait until I have my work permit? (my study permit right now is expiring in July 2015)
2. Why is it that she needs an airplane ticket in order to apply? How are we sure we won't just waste the money, if she doesn't get a visa?
3. Would it be better to say that she is going to show her own income, or say she's my dependant and I can show my bank account?
- What's the best option we have at all? May be another recommendation?

Any advice will be appreciated.
Thank you.

If you are on a study permit/TRV/PGWP, it doesn't mean your spouse will get additional points. He/she must apply for a TRV as an individual and satisfy CHC of intention to leave Canada before status expire.

 

[kristianvassilev]

Hi,



If you are on a study permit/TRV/PGWP, it doesn't mean your spouse will get additional points. He/she must apply for a TRV as an individual and satisfy CHC of intention to leave Canada before status expire.

Thank you for your reply. What is CHC and intention to leave Canada would mean an airplane ticket back?

I know the visa will grant her the right to enter Canada, but what kind of paper would she need to remain in Canada for the 6 months or whatever it is? Or does a TRV means she could stay for the duration of the visa?

When she's applying for a TRV as an individual, she should still state she's married and show our marriage certificate, right?

Thank you.

 

[J5M]

Hi,

Thank you for your reply. What is CHC and intention to leave Canada would mean an airplane ticket back?

I know the visa will grant her the right to enter Canada, but what kind of paper would she need to remain in Canada for the 6 months or whatever it is? Or does a TRV means she could stay for the duration of the visa?

When she's applying for a TRV as an individual, she should still state she's married and show our marriage certificate, right?

Thank you.

1. TRV will allow your spouse to stay in Canada as a visitor for a specified duration.
2. If you are a PGWP holder, she can apply for Open Work Permit (no need to apply for TRV separately, its a part of OWP application). With OWP, she can work as long as your PGWP is valid (provided you are working with NOC O,A,B job).

 

[kristianvassilev]

Hi,



1. TRV will allow your spouse to stay in Canada as a visitor for a specified duration.
2. If you are a PGWP holder, she can apply for Open Work Permit (no need to apply for TRV separately, its a part of OWP application). With OWP, she can work as long as your PGWP is valid (provided you are working with NOC O,A,B job).

Thank you again!
I guess she will have a better chance of getting a TRV and then when she's here eventually apply for an OWP. Rather than applying directly for OWP.

So we'll do that as soon as we get all the documentation gathered.
As per proof of means of financial support, is it better to say that I'm going to be supporting her and showing my bank account, or her showing hers and being independent?

Thanks you.