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class=\"dc-chip\"><i><\/i> Guidance for biological, adopted and stepchildren<\/span>\r\n        <div class=\"dc-actions\">\r\n          <a class=\"dc-btn dc-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n            Book a Family Sponsorship Consultation <span>\u2197<\/span>\r\n          <\/a>\r\n          <a class=\"dc-btn dc-light\" href=\"#dc-eligibility\">Check the Eligibility Basics <span>\u2193<\/span><\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-hero-note\">\r\n          A dependent child sponsorship application is a pathway to permanent residence.\r\n          It is different from a study permit, visitor visa or temporary dependent visa.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"dc-orb\"><div><strong>Family<br>Class<\/strong><span>Child sponsorship<br>for Canadian PR<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-bar\" aria-label=\"Dependent child sponsorship overview\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap dc-bar-grid\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-bar-item\"><b>01<\/b>Biological, adopted or eligible stepchild<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"dc-bar-item\"><b>02<\/b>Age and relationship criteria apply<\/div>\r\n      <div class=\"dc-bar-item\"><b>03<\/b>Income rules have specific exceptions<\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section\" id=\"dc-eligibility\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Who can sponsor?<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Dependent Child Sponsorship Eligibility in Canada<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">\r\n          The sponsor and the child must both meet the family sponsorship requirements.\r\n          The child may be your biological or adopted child, or the biological or adopted child of your spouse or partner.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-two\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">SPONSOR<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Canadian sponsor requirements<\/h3>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Be at least 18 years old<\/li>\r\n            <li>Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person registered in Canada under the Indian Act<\/li>\r\n            <li>If you are a permanent resident, live in Canada<\/li>\r\n            <li>If you are a Canadian citizen living abroad, plan to live in Canada when your child becomes a permanent resident<\/li>\r\n            <li>Meet sponsorship eligibility rules and sign the required undertaking<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">CHILD<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Who may qualify as a dependent child?<\/h3>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Your biological or adopted child, or your spouse or partner\u2019s biological or adopted child<\/li>\r\n            <li>Usually under 22 years old on the date IRCC receives the complete application<\/li>\r\n            <li>Not married and not in a common-law relationship<\/li>\r\n            <li>May be accompanying you to Canada or declared as a non-accompanying family member<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"dc-disclaimer\">\r\n        A child\u2019s age is assessed using the applicable age lock-in date. Other eligibility conditions may need to continue during processing.\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/age-limit-requirements-dependent-children.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check IRCC\u2019s dependent child definition.<\/a>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section dc-soft\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Age limit and exception<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Can You Sponsor a Child Who Is 22 or Older?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">\r\n          The standard dependent child rule and the overage dependent exception are different.\r\n          Check both requirements before deciding how to proceed.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-two\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-age-card\">\r\n          <span class=\"dc-age-tag\">STANDARD DEPENDENT CHILD<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Under 22 and without a spouse or partner<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            A child may qualify as a dependent child if they are under 22 and do not have a spouse or common-law partner\r\n            when IRCC receives the complete application.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <p>The relevant date and whether the child continues meeting the non-age requirements are important.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n\r\n        <article class=\"dc-age-card dc-age-dark\">\r\n          <span class=\"dc-age-tag\">OVERAGE DEPENDENT EXCEPTION<\/span>\r\n          <h3>Age 22 or older with qualifying dependency<\/h3>\r\n          <p>\r\n            An adult child may qualify if both conditions apply: they have depended financially on their parent since before age 22,\r\n            and they cannot financially support themselves because of a mental or physical condition.\r\n          <\/p>\r\n          <p>Evidence of long-term financial dependency and the condition may be needed.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-note\" style=\"margin-top:18px\">\r\n        <strong>Not every adult child qualifies.<\/strong> Full-time student status alone is not the current general exception for new applications.\r\n        Review the current IRCC definition and any older age-lock-in rules that may apply to legacy applications.\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/age-limit-requirements-dependent-children.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read the official age rules.<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Income and sponsor responsibilities<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Is There an Income Requirement to Sponsor a Child?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">\r\n          In most cases, there is no minimum income requirement to sponsor a spouse, partner or dependent child.\r\n          Some family situations have a specific income test.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-three\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">01<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Most dependent child cases<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Most sponsors do not need to meet a general minimum income threshold for a dependent child sponsorship application.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">02<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Child has dependent children<\/h3>\r\n          <p>An income requirement may apply if the child you are sponsoring has one or more dependent children of their own.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">QC<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Quebec sponsorship<\/h3>\r\n          <p>If you live in Quebec, provincial eligibility, income rules where applicable and a separate undertaking may apply.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-note\" style=\"margin-top:18px\">\r\n        <strong>Sponsorship undertaking:<\/strong> You agree to support the sponsored child\u2019s basic needs for the applicable period.\r\n        Outside Quebec, the undertaking period generally depends on the child\u2019s age when they become a permanent resident.\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/family-sponsorship\/spouse-partner-children\/eligibility.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Check current sponsor and income rules.<\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section dc-soft\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Accompanying or non-accompanying<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Should You Include Your Child in Your PR Application?<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">\r\n          A dependent child may accompany the principal applicant to Canada or be declared as non-accompanying.\r\n          The application still needs accurate family information.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-table-wrap\" role=\"region\" aria-label=\"Accompanying and non-accompanying dependent child comparison\" tabindex=\"0\">\r\n        <table class=\"dc-table\">\r\n          <thead>\r\n            <tr><th>Application situation<\/th><th>What it means<\/th><th>Important detail<\/th><\/tr>\r\n          <\/thead>\r\n          <tbody>\r\n            <tr>\r\n              <td>Accompanying dependent child<\/td>\r\n              <td>The child applies for permanent residence with the parent or principal applicant.<\/td>\r\n              <td>The child must be declared, meet the dependent child definition and complete required examinations.<\/td>\r\n            <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n              <td>Non-accompanying dependent child<\/td>\r\n              <td>The child is declared in the family application but does not immigrate at the same time.<\/td>\r\n              <td>IRCC may require the child to be examined. Failure to declare or examine a family member can affect future sponsorship options.<\/td>\r\n            <\/tr>\r\n            <tr>\r\n              <td>Child of the dependent child<\/td>\r\n              <td>The child\u2019s own dependent child may also be relevant to the family application.<\/td>\r\n              <td>This can affect the family composition and, in some situations, the sponsor\u2019s income requirement.<\/td>\r\n            <\/tr>\r\n          <\/tbody>\r\n        <\/table>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"dc-disclaimer\">\r\n        Declare all family members accurately, including those who will not accompany you.\r\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/family-sponsorship\/spouse-partner-children\/apply.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Read IRCC\u2019s application instructions.<\/a>\r\n      <\/p>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:27px\">\r\n        <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Application process<\/span>\r\n        <h2>How to Sponsor a Dependent Child to Canada<\/h2>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">The sponsorship application and the child\u2019s permanent residence application are submitted through the applicable IRCC process.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-three dc-steps\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Confirm the child qualifies<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Review the age lock-in date, relationship, marital or common-law status and any overage dependent exception.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Check sponsor eligibility<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Confirm your status in Canada, age, residence and whether any sponsorship restrictions apply.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Gather family documents<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Prepare proof of relationship, identity documents, custody or consent documents where applicable, and evidence for any exception.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Complete both applications<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Prepare the sponsorship application and the child\u2019s permanent residence application following the current portal instructions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Complete medical and biometrics steps<\/h3>\r\n          <p>The child may need an immigration medical exam and biometrics, depending on age and the application instructions.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card dc-step\">\r\n          <h3>Track the application<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Respond to requests from IRCC and follow the instructions for the child\u2019s decision and arrival in Canada.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-actions\">\r\n        <a class=\"dc-btn dc-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/family-sponsorship\/spouse-partner-children\/apply.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          View IRCC Application Steps \u2197\r\n        <\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section dc-soft\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Prepare your application<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Dependent Child Sponsorship Documents<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">The exact checklist depends on your family situation, the child\u2019s age and whether the child is accompanying.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-two\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <h3>Sponsor and relationship documents<\/h3>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Proof of Canadian citizenship, permanent residence or registered status<\/li>\r\n            <li>Birth certificate, adoption record or other proof of parent-child relationship<\/li>\r\n            <li>Marriage or common-law documents where relevant to a stepchild<\/li>\r\n            <li>Custody order or consent from the other parent, where applicable<\/li>\r\n            <li>Sponsorship forms, agreement and undertaking<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <h3>Child and dependency documents<\/h3>\r\n          <ul>\r\n            <li>Passport or travel document and identity records<\/li>\r\n            <li>Proof of marital or common-law status, if requested<\/li>\r\n            <li>Medical exam and biometrics records, where required<\/li>\r\n            <li>For an overage dependent child: evidence of financial dependency since before age 22<\/li>\r\n            <li>For an overage dependent child: medical evidence of inability to financially self-support<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-note\" style=\"margin-top:18px\">\r\n        <strong>Document lists vary.<\/strong> Use the personalized IRCC checklist and provide translations where documents are not in English or French.\r\n        Avoid relying on an old checklist from a different application category.\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div>\r\n          <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Choose the right route<\/span>\r\n          <h2>Dependent Child Sponsorship vs. Temporary Child Visa<\/h2>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">A permanent residence sponsorship application is different from a visitor visa or a study permit for a child accompanying a temporary resident.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-grid dc-three\">\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">PR<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Dependent child sponsorship<\/h3>\r\n          <p>For eligible children of Canadian citizens or permanent residents seeking permanent residence through family sponsorship.<\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">VISIT<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Visitor visa<\/h3>\r\n          <p>A temporary travel option. It does not replace dependent child sponsorship when the family\u2019s goal is permanent residence.<\/p>\r\n          <p><a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/free-canada-visitor-visa-assessment\/\">Explore the Visitor Visa assessment \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n        <article class=\"dc-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"dc-icon\">STUDY<\/div>\r\n          <h3>Study permit for a minor<\/h3>\r\n          <p>A study permit is a separate temporary route for a child who will study in Canada. The correct option depends on the parent\u2019s and child\u2019s status.<\/p>\r\n          <p><a href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/free-canada-study-permit-assessment\/\">Explore the Study Permit assessment \u2192<\/a><\/p>\r\n        <\/article>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section dc-soft\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-center\">\r\n        <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Common questions<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Canada Dependent Child Sponsorship FAQs<\/h2>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">Answers to common questions about age, eligibility, income, applications and permanent residence.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-faq\">\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Who qualifies as a dependent child in Canada?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>Generally, the child must be under 22 and not have a spouse or common-law partner on the applicable date. A child 22 or older may qualify under a narrow exception involving financial dependency and a mental or physical condition.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I sponsor my child who is already 22?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>Possibly, if the child depended financially on a parent since before age 22 and cannot financially support themselves because of a mental or physical condition. Both requirements must be assessed.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I sponsor a married child or a child in a common-law relationship?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>The standard dependent child definition requires the child not to have a spouse or common-law partner. Confirm whether any special or legacy rule applies to your file.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Is there an income requirement to sponsor my dependent child?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>In most cases, there is no minimum income requirement. An income test may apply if the child being sponsored has one or more dependent children of their own, or in certain related family situations.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I sponsor my spouse\u2019s or partner\u2019s child?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>A spouse or partner\u2019s biological or adopted child may qualify if the relationship and dependent child requirements are met and the sponsor is eligible.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>What is the dependent child age lock-in date?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>IRCC generally assesses age using the date it receives a complete application. The precise lock-in rule depends on the program and application circumstances.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can I include a non-accompanying child in my PR application?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>Family members must be declared even if they will not accompany the principal applicant. IRCC may require them to be examined. Omitting a family member can affect the ability to sponsor them later.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can my dependent child\u2019s own child come to Canada too?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>The child\u2019s family members may need to be declared and assessed. The child\u2019s own dependent children can also affect whether an income requirement applies to the sponsor.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>How long does dependent child sponsorship take?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>Processing times vary by application type, country and individual circumstances. Check IRCC\u2019s live processing-time tool for current estimates.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Is the process different if I live in Quebec?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>Yes. Quebec has provincial eligibility and undertaking requirements. Follow IRCC instructions and the current MIFI process.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>Can a sponsored child study or work in Canada?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>A child who becomes a permanent resident may live, study and work in Canada, subject to applicable laws and any age-related requirements.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n        <details>\r\n          <summary>What if my child is not eligible as a dependent?<\/summary>\r\n          <div class=\"dc-answer\"><p>The child may need to qualify under a separate immigration or temporary-resident pathway. The available options depend on age, family circumstances and the child\u2019s plans.<\/p><\/div>\r\n        <\/details>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-head\">\r\n        <div><span class=\"dc-kicker\">Continue your research<\/span><h2>Related Canada Immigration Resources<\/h2><\/div>\r\n        <p class=\"dc-lead\">Review official definitions and related VisaLine options for families considering different routes.<\/p>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"dc-carousel\" aria-label=\"Related dependent child immigration resources\">\r\n        <a class=\"dc-resource\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/age-limit-requirements-dependent-children.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          <small>IRCC \u2014 Definition<\/small>\r\n          <strong>Who qualifies as a dependent child?<\/strong>\r\n          <span>Review age and overage dependant rules \u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"dc-resource\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/family-sponsorship\/spouse-partner-children\/who-you-can-sponsor.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          <small>IRCC \u2014 Eligibility<\/small>\r\n          <strong>Who can you sponsor as a child?<\/strong>\r\n          <span>Review relationship and sponsor eligibility \u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"dc-resource\" href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/en\/immigration-refugees-citizenship\/services\/immigrate-canada\/family-sponsorship\/spouse-partner-children\/apply.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n          <small>IRCC \u2014 Application<\/small>\r\n          <strong>How to apply for child sponsorship<\/strong>\r\n          <span>See portal and family declaration steps \u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"dc-resource\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/free-canada-study-permit-assessment\/\">\r\n          <small>VisaLine assessment<\/small>\r\n          <strong>Free Canada Study Permit Assessment<\/strong>\r\n          <span>Explore a study route for a child \u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n        <a class=\"dc-resource\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/free-canada-visitor-visa-assessment\/\">\r\n          <small>VisaLine assessment<\/small>\r\n          <strong>Free Canada Visitor Visa Assessment<\/strong>\r\n          <span>Explore temporary visitor options \u2192<\/span>\r\n        <\/a>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"dc-section dc-soft\">\r\n    <div class=\"dc-wrap\">\r\n      <div class=\"dc-cta\">\r\n        <span class=\"dc-kicker\">Plan your family\u2019s next step<\/span>\r\n        <h2>Get Guidance on Sponsoring Your Child to Canada<\/h2>\r\n        <p>\r\n          Age, relationship, accompanying status and family composition can affect a dependent child application.\r\n          Book a consultation to discuss the route that fits your family\u2019s circumstances.\r\n        <\/p>\r\n        <div class=\"dc-actions\">\r\n          <a class=\"dc-btn dc-gold\" href=\"https:\/\/visaline.net\/en\/book-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Book Your Consultation \u2197<\/a>\r\n          <a class=\"dc-btn dc-light\" href=\"#dc-title\">Back to the Top \u2191<\/a>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"dc-disclaimer\">\r\n        General information only; this page is not legal advice and does not guarantee eligibility or approval.\r\n        Age definitions, fees, processing times and Quebec requirements may change. 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