Canada · for applicants from Nigeria
A Canadian citizen or PR sponsors a spouse, common-law (12 months cohabiting) or conjugal partner for permanent residence. No minimum income requirement (unlike parents/grandparents). Sponsor signs a 3-year undertaking. Inland applicants may get an open work permit while waiting.
Rules last verified: 22 June 2026 · by Beatrice B
Embassy processing
About 12 months
Our turnaround
5–7 working days
Done-for-you Standard
Government fees
~£987
≈ ₦1,805,223
Relationship not genuine
Officer believes the relationship is primarily for immigration.
Fix: Provide broad, dated evidence: cohabitation, joint finances, communication, visits, photos.
Sponsor ineligible
Sponsor in default of a previous undertaking or on social assistance.
Fix: Confirm sponsor eligibility before applying.
Incomplete application
Missing forms or documents.
Fix: Use the IRCC document checklist; submit a complete package.
Required
Proof of relationship (marriage/cohabitation, photos, communication, finances)
When: "all"
Sponsor's proof of status (citizenship/PR)
When: "all"
Applicant's valid passport
When: "all"
Police certificates
When: "all"
Upfront medical exam
When: "all"
1. Prepare your application
Gather documents, draft supporting letters, complete forms
1–3 weeks
2. Rekoja review (if Done-for-you)
Specialist checks your file before you submit
5–7 working days
3. Submit online or at visa centre
Biometrics appointment may be required
1 day
4. Embassy decision
Standard processing. Priority options may be available.
About 12 months
These are the fees you pay to the government, not Rekoja's service fee. Shown at the indicative exchange rate.
Mandatory
Sponsorship + processing fee
£638
₦1,166,902
Right of Permanent Residence fee
£304
₦556,016
Biometrics
£45
₦82,305
Total government fees
~£987
≈ ₦1,805,223
Indicative. 1 GBP = 1829 NGN · 2026-08-03. Government fees change. Confirm on the official website before paying.
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