IRCC Super Visa & 2026 LICO Compliant
Canada Super Visa 5-Year Stay & Insurance Guide
Authoritative handbook for sponsoring parents & grandparents — 5-year stay per entry rules, 2026 LICO minimum income calculator, $100k emergency medical insurance requirements, and IRCC portal steps.
Super Visa LICO Income & Sponsor Evaluator
Calculate whether sponsor income meets the IRCC Low Income Cut-Off (LICO) for sponsoring parents/grandparents.
Sponsor + spouse + children + invited parents
Stated in CRA NOA (Notice of Assessment)
Sponsor Income Meets IRCC LICO Requirement
Your annual income (CAD $68,000) exceeds the minimum CAD $51,158 LICO threshold for a household of 4.
Visa Stay Rights: Parents/Grandparents qualify for 5-Year continuous stay per entry (up to 10-year multi-entry visa).
Super Visa Medical Insurance Requirements
| Criteria | Mandatory Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum Coverage Amount | CAD $100,000 per parent/grandparent. |
| Validity Period | Valid for at least 1 year from date of entry into Canada. |
| Approved Insurers | Canadian insurance provider or approved foreign insurance company. |
| Coverage Scope | Health care, hospitalization, emergency care, and medical repatriation. |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Canada Super Visa allows parents and grandparents of Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents to stay in Canada for up to 5 consecutive years per entry, on a multi-entry visa valid for up to 10 years.
Applicants must purchase medical insurance from a Canadian insurance company (or an approved foreign insurance company) providing minimum coverage of $100,000 for health care, hospitalization, and repatriation, valid for at least 1 year.