Proof of funds question

[P13p]

Hello everyone, I have a question regarding the proof of funds. I live in a common law union with my Canadian citizen partner. In my application I added him as “non accompanying spouse” since he is already a citizen living in Canada. My question is, I don’t have all the money needed in my account to qualify for FSW (2 people = 16k CAD). Can I also use the money that is in my partners personal bank account as proof of funds? I have roughly 8k in my account and he has another 23k. Thank you.

 

[Riley Haas]

For sponsorship the funds have to be for both parties but I don't believe this is true for any Express Entry application. Can you post a link where you saw the requirement?

Your partner should be irrelevant to this application.

 

[P13p]

If my partner is irrelevant to the application, can I still use money he has in his account as proof of funds? Or will I need a deed of gift from him? Moreover, if that’s the case, so do I need 13k for one person or 16k? Thank you.

 

[P13p]

just to clarify, this is for express entry.

 

[Riley Haas]

You need $12,960: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...nada/express-entry/documents/proof-funds.html

Your partner can temporarily transfer the money into our account, which would be one option. I don't honestly know whether or not you could provide a letter saying he is going to support you, as he's not sponsoring you. Sorry to say that's a question for a consultant or lawyer.