Marriage to a Moldova citizen and spousal sponsorship to Canada under the marriage immigration initiative is a complex process. This page is designed to guide you through the spousal sponsorship process and your marriage to a Moldova spouse.
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Moldova Marriage Sponsorship: A Difficult Process
In most cases, if not all, the couple will end up living in Canada. The process for a Moldovan marriage is, unfortunately, a tough and lengthy one. The Moldovan government imposes strict requirements on foreigners if they wish to marry a Moldovan citizen. Furthermore, getting a hold of the Moldovan authorities in Canada is very difficult and if you do get a hold of the authorities, it can be quite confusing to understand all the rules and fees. For any Canadian citizen marrying a citizen from Moldova and wishing for their spouse to immigrate to Canada, the process does not end there.
Getting a Moldovan citizen the right to travel to Canada is easier said than done. This is why, for any Canadian wishing to bring their partner or spouse to Canada, it is recommended that they sponsor them for permanent residence if they want their spouse to live with them in Canada. A sponsorship process requires many documents to be submitted and this can be lengthy. Anyone trying to do these processes by themselves could be overwhelmed or simply get frustrated and give up.
Help Available for Canadians Wanting a Moldova Marriage
Is there any help? Yes, there is. Immigroup Inc. offers Canadians (and Americans) who have met their true love in Moldova help with this entire process. We will help you gather all the documents that are needed, review the application process, and file the application for you.
In 5 years of operation, Immigroup has not had a single application refusal todate.
Residency Requirement
Certain countries require that a person resides in that country for a certain amount of time before they are allowed to get married. There is no such requirement for a Moldova marriage, which means that your marriage to a Moldovan citizen can happen immediately after your arrival as long as your paperwork is in order.
Basic Document Checklist for Marriage to a Moldovan citizen
- Valid Passport *
- Original Birth Certificate *
- Single Status Affidavit and Divorce Act **. (original and notarized).
- Two witnesses or more aged 18 years or over (hotel can provide them free if necessary). Foreign witnesses need to hold a valid passport.
- Translation into Spanish of the Birth Certificate, Single Status Affidavit and Divorce Act. ( It may be done at the Embassy for a fee)
- Legalization of the Single Status Affidavit and Divorce Act by the Consular Section of this Embassy.
- If you are able to sign your Single Status Affidavit & Divorce Act in front of a Moldovan Consular representative, you do not need to notarize them with a Canadian notary.
* For legalization purposes, a photocopy of your passport and Birth Certificate will suffice. The latter does not need to have your parent's name on it. However, you must bring all your original documents to the Moldova.
** Translated into Spanish and legalized by this Embassy.
Please find a Single Status Affidavit.
Once your documents are legalized by this Embassy or a Moldovan Consulate, they will be valid for three (3) consecutive months from the legalization date. A divorce bride cannot get married until 10 months have passed after her official divorce, unless her intended husband is the same person she has divorced. If this is your case, please keep in touch with us as there may be new legal changes on this matter. It takes around five (5) business days for the documents to be ready.
Document Processing Fees:
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Immigroup Fees |
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Regular processing for persons born in Canada |
Starting from CDN $762* |
CDN $750** +5% GST |
3-4 weeks Times vary depending on the level of cooperation of your embassy. |
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Regular processing for persons born outside of Canada |
Starting from CDN $762* |
CDN $950** +5% GST |
3-4 weeks
Times vary depending on the level of cooperation of your
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Urgent Processing |
Starting from CDN $1136* |
Additional CDN $450** +5% GST |
5-10 business days
Times vary depending on the level of cooperation of your
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* Government fees may vary depending on the number of documents you require
** Courier and translation fees are not included
What You Will Need to Qualify as a Sponsor
To qualify as a sponsor, you must meet the following requirements:
- You intend to marry a Moldovan citizen in the Moldova and you intend to live in
Canada with him/her
- OR You intend to sponsor a common-law partner, who is a person who has lived
with you for at least one year
- You are single and free to marrysponsorship
- You are not bankrupt
- You are not in prison
Who can sponsor?
A Canadian citizen or permanent resident is able to sponsor his/her spouse,
common-law partner, conjugal partner, or dependent children to come to Canada as
permanent residents. Applicants for permanent residence must go through medical
and background screening. Applicants with a criminal record may not be allowed
to enter Canada. Applicants who may pose a risk to Canada’s security are also
not allowed to enter Canada. Lastly, applicants may be denied due to medical
inadmissibility.
Canadian Sponsorship Application
A Canadian citizen or permanent resident is able to sponsor his/her spouse,
common-law partner, conjugal partner, or dependent children to come to Canada as
permanent residents. Applicants for permanent residence must go through medical
and background screening. Applicants with a criminal record may not be allowed
to enter Canada. Applicants who may pose a risk to Canada’s security are also
not allowed to enter Canada. Lastly, applicants may be denied due to medical
inadmissibility.
Processing Timelines:
Depending on the completeness of your submitted application and its accuracy, processing
may take anywhere from 6 to 18 months.
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Basic Document Checklist
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Moldovan citizen
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Sponsor in Canada
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Birth Certificate
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Government issued ID
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Marriage certificate
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Employment records
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Photocopy of valid passport
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Tax documents
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Police certificate
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Proof of relationship to spouse in Moldova
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Proof of relationship to spouse in Canada
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Sponsorship
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Photographs
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Medical clearance
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Application forms for permanent residency
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Photo of properly completed Sponsorship application
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Average time to complete application by Immigroup: 2-4 weeks
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Our Service
Fees are paid in installments; last payment is due before the Sponsorship
Application is submitted to CIC. If you need more time to make payments, please
speak with our accounting department.
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Fees
Fees are paid in installments; last payment is due before the Sponsorship Application is submitted to CIC. If you need more time to make payments, please speak with our accounting department.
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Priority Processing: $3500 |
For clients who want our most personalized service. Upon receiving all
your documents in a complete package we will dedicate one staff member to put
together your application and file it with the government as quickly as
possible.
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Regular Processing: $2900 |
For clients who want a high level of service but are on a tighter budget. Upon receiving all your
documents in a complete package our team will put together your application and
file it with the government
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Financial Consideration |
If you are making less than $32,000 a year or are a single parent making less than $40,000 (for each
additional child please add $8000) you may qualify for financial consideration
from Immigroup. If you qualify, our fees range between $1700-$2450 and are based
on your income.
Please note: that proof of income will be required in the form of your
recent tax assessments from Canada Revenue Agency and that qualification under
this program is not guaranteed.
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Government Fee:
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Sponsorship and permanent residence application fee
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CDN $550
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Right of permanent residence fee
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CDN $490
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additional fees apply for sponsoring dependent children or if translation and
courier are required.
What you can expect from us:
We guarantee that your application will be accurate and complete, and in accordance
with Canadian immigration law.
What is expected of you:
Please provide accurate and correct information and we will do the rest.
FAQ
Can we get married in Canada?
You are able to get married in Canada however your loved one must be able to
come to Canada legally in order for the marriage to Moldovan citizen to happen
in Canada. Canada offers many temporary resident visas. Some are study, work, or
visit visas. As long as the person is approved for stay, you may marry in
Canada.
Can I file the Canadian Sponsorship Application here in Canada?
In order for you to submit your application from within Canada, both you and your
spouse must be present in Canada. Please note that if you apply from within Canada,
you may not appeal any negative decisions made on your case by Citizenship and Immigration
Canada.
What happens if the Sponsorship application is denied?
If you applied from outside of Canada, you may appeal the decision. If the appeal
is accepted, CIC will process your file again. You may also reapply if you have
new information that will strengthen your case or you have overcome the reasons
of why your application was refused the first time. If you applied from within Canada,
the decision is final. You may not dispute this decision and your spouse must leave
Canada as soon as his or her temporary visa expires.
I am not working right now; can I still sponsor my loved
one?
In order for you to sponsor your spouse, you must be able to support them financially.
As long as you can prove you are financially stable, you will be allowed to sponsor
your spouse even if you are not working. If you have previously sponsored someone
to come to Canada and they have turned to the government for financial assistance,
you might be prevented from sponsoring another person until you have paid the government
the full amount of any financial aid provided to that person.
They have a few children, can they come to Canada as well?
Yes. The children, who must be under 22 years of age and be dependent on the person
being sponsored, are added as dependents on the permanent residency application
of the person being sponsored. The children must be “dependent” as defined in the
Immigration and Refugee protection Act of Canada.
The person I am marrying has a few children but the children
don’t what to come to Canada right away, can they come on a later date?
As long as they are added as dependents in the sponsored person’s application, medically
examined, and if they are over 18, they pass the background check, they can be sponsored
at a later date. This only applies if they meet the definition of a “dependent child”
according to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
The person I am getting married to in Moldova has a few children from a previous marriage. The other biological parent of the children does not want to give authorization for the children to come to Canada. What will happen?
In this case, it is a matter of who has custody over the children. If you do not have custody and the other biological parent refuses to allow the children to join you in Canada, you may proceed without the children
What are my responsibilities to the Canadian
government with regard to the person I am sponsoring from Moldova?
You must provide financial support for your spouse for three years from the day they become a permanent resident. This means that from the day they become landed permanent residents in Canada, you are responsible for him or her financially. Also, if your spouse has dependents, you must provide financial support for every dependent child for 10 years, or until the child turns 25.
What is a permanent resident of Canada?
A permanent resident of Canada is a person who lives in Canada for at least two
out of every five years. Permanent residents have the right to receive social benefits
that Canadian citizens receive, including health care insurance. Permanent residents
are free to live, work or study anywhere in Canada. They may apply for Canadian
citizenship once they have met the requirements. Permanent residents must pay taxes,
and obey all Canadian laws. Permanent residents cannot vote in Government elections
or run for office.
What is a Canadian citizen?
A Canadian citizen is a person who was either born in Canada or has been granted
Canadian citizenship. In order to apply for citizenship in Canada, a permanent resident
must live in Canada for three out of four years and be able to communicate proficiently
in either English or Brazilian. A Canadian citizen has the right to vote in elections
and to run for office. He or she may also work in high levels of government.
When can my loved one become a Canadian citizen?
Your loved one must have lived in Canada for three out of four years in order to
qualify for Canadian citizenship. Once the residency requirement is complete, he
or she may apply for the right of citizenship. Once his/her application is
approved, he/she will be called for a citizenship test. They will not need to
write the test if they are over the age of 55. This is a test of his/her
English/Brazilian abilities
and knowledge of Canada. Upon passing the citizenship test, the person will be invited
to attend an oath of citizenship ceremony in which he or she will be given their
citizenship certificate.
Do we have to live in Canada?
Yes, there are residency requirements and these are such that the sponsored person
must be present in Canada for 2 out of every 5 years. If the sponsored spouse leaves
Canada for a period longer than 3 years, they will lose their permanent resident
status unless they are accompanied by a Canadian citizen spouse, hired by a Canadian
company or Canadian government abroad.
If we want to visit the United States will a Landed
immigrant in Canada who has an Moldova Passport need a
Visa to the US
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Yes. Moldova is not under any visa waiver program with the United States and
therefore persons holding a Moldova passport must apply for a US visa before
traveling. This visa can be obtained by applying for a US visa appointment with
the US embassy closest to you.
What is a civil registry?
The civil registry is a government agency that holds records of all births, marriages
and deaths that took place within the country. Each country has a different system
of collecting this information. In Canada, each province has its own civil registry
and is only responsible for recording births, marriages, and deaths that took place
within that province.
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