Proof of Relationship for Canada Spouse Sponsorship
Spouse and partner sponsorship succeeds or fails on whether the relationship is accepted as genuine — evidence is everything.
Why relationship evidence is central
In spouse and partner sponsorship, officers must be satisfied the relationship is genuine and not primarily for immigration. The evidence you provide is how you demonstrate that.
A thin, inconsistent or generic file is a common reason applications are questioned or refused.
Genuineness is proven by consistent, credible evidence across your whole application.
Evidence that helps
Relationship history
How you met, developed your relationship, and married/partnered.
Shared life
Joint finances, communication records, photos over time, and cohabitation where applicable.
Recognition by others
Evidence family and community recognise the relationship.
Consistency
All documents and forms should tell one coherent story.
Requirements vary by case and change over time — confirm current guidance and tailor evidence to your situation.
How we help
We help you assemble broad, consistent, genuine evidence and present your relationship clearly — a particular strength in complex or previously-refused cases.
We never fabricate evidence or guarantee outcomes.
Honest, well-organised evidence is the foundation of a strong sponsorship file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Building strong proof of relationship
Our RCIC-authorized team will help you assemble and present genuine relationship evidence for sponsorship.