Spousal sponsorship

[SAUMITRA]

Hello everyone,

I’m seeking some advice and clarity regarding the spousal sponsorship process.

I’m currently a permanent resident of Canada. I will be traveling to India in August 2025 for my engagement ceremony, and we plan to have our traditional wedding in March 2026. However, I am considering doing a legal court marriage in August 2025 while I’m in India, so I can begin the spousal sponsorship process sooner.
My questions are:

1. If we do a court marriage in August 2025, can I submit the sponsorship application based on that, even though our traditional wedding is planned for March 2026?
2. Will IRCC consider our marriage valid if the traditional wedding happens after I’ve applied?
3. What documents or steps should I prepare in August to ensure the sponsorship process goes smoothly?
4. Are there any potential issues or red flags in this approach I should be aware of?

I would really appreciate any advice or experience from others who have followed a similar path. My goal is to start the process as early as possible without facing complications later.

Thank you in advance!

 

[armoured]

Hello everyone,

I’m seeking some advice and clarity regarding the spousal sponsorship process.

I’m currently a permanent resident of Canada. I will be traveling to India in August 2025 for my engagement ceremony, and we plan to have our traditional wedding in March 2026. However, I am considering doing a legal court marriage in August 2025 while I’m in India, so I can begin the spousal sponsorship process sooner.
My questions are:

1. If we do a court marriage in August 2025, can I submit the sponsorship application based on that, even though our traditional wedding is planned for March 2026?
2. Will IRCC consider our marriage valid if the traditional wedding happens after I’ve applied?
3. What documents or steps should I prepare in August to ensure the sponsorship process goes smoothly?
4. Are there any potential issues or red flags in this approach I should be aware of?

I would really appreciate any advice or experience from others who have followed a similar path. My goal is to start the process as early as possible without facing complications later.

Thank you in advance!

If it's an arranged marriage, don't apply until after completion of all the ceremonies.

 

[jay4121997]

Anyone applied around APR 2025, got Background check cleared?

So far eligibility, bio, medical is showing passed in tracker and BG check in progress.