Common Law Sponsorship Implications

Summary

In Canada, you can sponsor a partner as a common-law partner if youve lived together for at least one year. Sponsorship records will be stored with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). If the relationship ends, financial responsibility for the sponsored person still applies for three years. Future sponsorships may be affected if a previous sponsorship ended due to relationship breakdown or unmet financial obligations. A common-law partnership is not considered a marriage, so it wont be viewed as a divorce or remarriage if you choose to marry later. Always consult a legal professional for tailored advice.

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Understood. In Canada:
- You can sponsor your partner as a common-law partner if you've lived together for at least 1 year.
- Sponsorship may leave records with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
- Risks could include financial responsibility if the relationship ends.
Please consult a legal professional for specific advice.
Will this be considered as my first ever marriage? That, when I marry again, will I be seen as someone who devorced and re-married?
In Canada, a common-law partnership doesn't equate to a marriage. It won't be viewed as a divorce or remarriage if you choose to marry later. However, it does have implications, especially regarding immigration and sponsorship. Always consult a legal professional for tailored advice.
What are the implications in terms of IRCC?
In terms of IRCC:
- Records of sponsorship applications will be stored.
- If the relationship ends, financial responsibility for the sponsored person still applies for 3 years.
- Future sponsorship may be affected by prior ones.
Please consult a legal professional for specific advice.
How will future sponsorships be affected?
Future sponsorships may be affected in the following ways:
- If a previous sponsorship ended due to relationship breakdown, it could impact the credibility of future applications.
- If financial obligations from a prior sponsorship aren't met, it could prevent future sponsorships.
- Each case is evaluated individually by IRCC.
Consult a legal professional for specific advice.
What are the sources of your information?
Our information is derived from multiple sources including official government websites, legal databases, and court rulings. However, the information provided should be used as general guidance. For specific advice, please consult a legal professional.