Proof of funds for SOWP application

[nimc]

I am an international student pursuing a PhD. I am applying for SOWP for my spouse who is also pursuing PhD in India, graduating next month. He does not have work experience and I hear (from a consultant) that I cannot raise SOWP if the spouse does not have work experience and that I cannot show the funds in my Canadian bank account as proof of funds for him. Did anyone have a similar situation? Does an affidavit stating I will financially support my husband help ?

 

[Naturgrl]

I am an international student pursuing a PhD. I am applying for SOWP for my spouse who is also pursuing PhD in India, graduating next month. He does not have work experience and I hear (from a consultant) that I cannot raise SOWP if the spouse does not have work experience and that I cannot show the funds in my Canadian bank account as proof of funds for him. Did anyone have a similar situation? Does an affidavit stating I will financially support my husband help ?

He doesn't need work experience but you need to show cash in the bank of $26k plus any tuition for you to meet proof of funds. When does your permit expire?

 

[nimc]

August 2026

 

[Naturgrl]

August 2026

So apply for SOWP with the cash in the bank. How long have you been married and how long did you live together once marrried?