Mother-in-law visiting while Wife's PR application is still processing.

[annabruce]

My wife, who will be giving birth in July, would like to invite her mother from Russia to be a part of her first granddaughter's birth. We don't yet qualify for the super visa because Anna isn't yet a PR. Instead, we would like to simply apply for the traditional temporary resident visa. Do any of you guys have experience inviting a parent to Canada? We have a strong case proving that she will return to Russia (Employed professor in Russia, two visits and timely departures from the USA). Would you mention the birth in July in the letter of invitation? This will already show on Anna's file since we have given this as a reason for delaying the x-ray on her medical. Because baby is already a part of Anna's file, leaving this out as the reason fo her Mom's visit seems like a bad idea to me. However, I have read that mentioning it can be harmful since it shows that she has too strong ties to Canada to simply be a visitor.

Any opinions? Thanks.

 

[CharlieD10]

A mother visiting her daughter for the birth of her child is a normal circumstance for a TRV. With proper documents to substantiate the ties you mentioned, you have a stronger chance she will be approved for it. Definitely mention the baby's birth as the reasoning behind the invitation. Don't forget financial ties as well, and to show that you are capable of supporting her for the duration of the visit.

 

[annabruce]

Thanks for your answer, Charlie.

That was my feeling as well. I think we are best off being fully honest about our plan.

1) Temp Visa for birth. Mom goes home and finishes the remaining 2 years of her employment before retirement.
2) In about 2+ years apply for Super Visa.

Also mention

1) Her positive travel history to the USA
2) Her job and home ownership in Russia
3) Travelling with more than enough money to support her 100 day visit.

I don't want to mention my income. I want to show that her Mom is in no way a burden on a new family. Instead I want to draw attention to the fact that her Mom is coming with her own money.

 

[CharlieD10]

Thanks for your answer, Charlie.

That was my feeling as well. I think we are best off being fully honest about our plan.

1) Temp Visa for birth. Mom goes home and finishes the remaining 2 years of her employment before retirement.
2) In about 2+ years apply for Super Visa.

Also mention

1) Her positive travel history to the USA
2) Her job and home ownership in Russia
3) Travelling with more than enough money to support her 100 day visit.

I don't want to mention my income. I want to show that her Mom is in no way a burden on a new family. Instead I want to draw attention to the fact that her Mom is coming with her own money.

Sounds good.