Canada Super Visa Income Requirement
Minimum necessary income (LICO) for parents and grandparents
How the Super Visa Income Requirement Works
The Super Visa lets parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or permanent residents visit for extended periods. A central condition is that the inviting child or grandchild in Canada meets a minimum income level, measured against the Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) for their family size.
The larger the family being supported, the higher the income needed. LICO figures are updated every year, so the exact amounts change — always confirm the current thresholds before you apply.
What Drives the Minimum Income
| Factor | How it affects the requirement |
|---|---|
| Family size | Larger households need a higher minimum income under LICO |
| Who is counted | The host plus dependents and the visiting parents or grandparents |
| Income year | Recent income is assessed against the LICO in effect that year |
| Co-signing spouse | A spouse or common-law partner's income may be combined in some cases |
LICO amounts change annually and vary by family size. Treat any figure you read online as a guide only and confirm the current LICO before applying.
Proving Your Income
Income is typically demonstrated with documents such as Notices of Assessment, employment letters, pay records, and other proof accepted by IRCC. The evidence should clearly show that the host met the required level for the relevant period.
Alongside income, a Super Visa also requires valid medical insurance and a signed invitation, so income is one piece of a larger, connected file.
A common mistake is counting the wrong people or the wrong year's income. Confirm exactly who must be included in your family size and which income period will be assessed before you gather documents — an error here can undo an otherwise strong application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check If You Meet the Super Visa Income Requirement
Future Link Consultants (RCIC R506940) confirms your family size, checks your income against the current LICO, and helps you assemble the right proof. We guide your full Super Visa file — income, insurance, and invitation — without guaranteeing any outcome.