Super Visa Document Checklist
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Start with the letter of invitation and proof of income.
Super Visa Minimum Income Checker
The host must show income at or above IRCC's minimum for the family size. Count the host, spouse or partner, dependent children, anyone else they've sponsored who is still under an undertaking, and the parents or grandparents you're inviting.
| Family size | Minimum gross income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $30,526 |
| 2 persons | $38,002 |
| 3 persons | $46,720 |
| 4 persons | $56,724 |
| 5 persons | $64,336 |
| 6 persons | $72,560 |
| 7 persons | $80,784 |
| Each additional person | +$8,224 |
IRCC's minimum necessary income (low income cut-off) table as shown in October 2026. IRCC updates it; check the official table before you apply.
The host and co-signer can meet the income requirement in either of the two tax years before the application, not just the last one. And if they meet a minimum share of it, the visiting parent's own income can be added to make up the rest.
Read IRCC's noticeWhat IRCC Needs From Your Super Visa Insurance
- $100,000 or more emergency medical coverage.
- Covers health care, hospitalization and repatriation.
- Valid for at least 1 year from the date of entry, and for each entry.
- From a Canadian insurer, or a foreign insurer authorized by OSFI.
- Paid in full, or in instalments with a deposit. A quote is not accepted.
- Available to show the border officer on arrival.
Most Super Visa insurers refund the full premium when you send the refusal letter before the policy starts.
Unused months are usually refunded if no claim was made, sometimes minus a small fee.
Stable conditions can be covered on many plans. Read the stability rules before you buy.
10-point plan details checkerSuper Visa Checklist: FAQs
What documents are needed for a Super Visa in 2026?
A signed letter of invitation from the child or grandchild in Canada, proof that they meet the minimum income, proof of their citizenship or PR status, proof of the parent–child relationship, an immigration medical exam, and Super Visa medical insurance of at least $100,000 valid for one year from entry. Your local visa office may ask for more.
What is the minimum income for a Super Visa?
It depends on the host's family size, including the visiting parents. The table on this page starts at $30,526 for 1 person and $38,002 for 2. Since March 31, 2026, the host (and co-signer) can meet it in either of the two tax years before the application. Always check IRCC's current table before applying.
Can the parent's own income be counted?
Since March 31, 2026, if the host and co-signer meet a minimum share of the requirement, the visiting parent's or grandparent's income can be added to make up the rest. IRCC sets the minimum share; ask us or an immigration professional for your case.
What insurance does a Super Visa need?
Private medical insurance from a Canadian insurer (or an OSFI-authorized foreign insurer) with at least $100,000 in emergency coverage, covering health care, hospitalization and repatriation, valid for at least one year from the date of entry. It must be paid in full or in instalments with a deposit; a quote is not accepted.
Can I pay Super Visa insurance monthly?
Yes. IRCC accepts a policy paid in instalments as long as a deposit has been paid. Many insurers offer monthly plans for Super Visa. We can show you which ones.
What if the Super Visa is refused?
Most Super Visa insurers refund the premium in full if the visa is refused, when you send them the refusal letter before the policy starts. Check the refund rules of the plan you choose.
Who counts in the family size?
The host, their spouse or partner, their dependent children, anyone else they've sponsored who is still under an undertaking, and the parents or grandparents being invited.
Can you help with the Super Visa application itself?
We are licensed insurance brokers, so we help with the insurance part: comparing plans, the right coverage and the policy letter for IRCC. For the visa application itself, use IRCC's website or a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer.
Sources
- IRCC: Super visa – documents you need (updated July 2026)
- IRCC: Changes to how the super visa income requirement is calculated (March 31, 2026)
- IRCC: Minimum necessary income for the host
Last reviewed October 18, 2026 by Pankaj Bhatia, PFA, CHS. Insure In Canada is a licensed insurance brokerage, not an immigration consultant. For visa questions, use IRCC's website or a licensed immigration professional. More: Super Visa Canada 2026 guide · Super Visa insurance cost · 12 Super Visa insurance mistakes
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