As I’m a panic fighter, please, take a look at the statistics from the official Quebec website on the issuance of selection certificates. In 2023, 10,049 certificates were issued, and in 2022, 16,586. These numbers include certificates issued for children. So, the quota is not even being met.
✅For the first time in history, starting today, the province of Quebec is introducing quotas on the number of people accepted under the family reunification program, i.e., sponsorship.
✅From June 26, 2024, to June 25, 2025, only 13,000 applications will be considered.
✅The quota of 13,000 applications will be distributed as follows:
👉Up to 10,400 applications for spouses, common-law partners, and dependent children over 18 years old.
👉Up to 2,600 applications for parents, grandparents, and other family members.
✅These quotas are valid from June 26, 2024, to June 25, 2026. If the limit is reached earlier, the acceptance of applications will cease.
⚠️Exceptions to the quota:
👉Dependent children under 18 years old.
👉Minor children to be adopted.
👉Minor orphans who are siblings, nieces, nephews, grandchildren.
👉Dependent children over 18 years old with physical or mental disabilities.
⚠️Additionally, the exception applies to adding family members (child or spouse) to individuals already covered by a previous undertaking or awaiting permanent resident status.
What does this mean for you?
⚠️If you plan to apply for family reunification, it is important to consider the new quotas and exceptions. Applications submitted before the limit is reached will be processed as usual, but after that, the acceptance of new applications will cease until 2026.
✅To learn more about the new rules, submit an application, or prepare your document package, you can contact us.
You can book a consultation on the website: www.skiimmigration.com
Prepare all necessary documents in advance to not miss the opportunity for family reunification in Quebec.
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Alexandra Melnykova, immigration consultant for Canada, refugee, and appeal cases.
