Hello Everyone,
I am completing my generic application form for Canada. I have included my dependent son turned 21 years old in August 2014. Could someone advise if the application is fine with my son? I heard that the governing rules for dependents have changed. My son is a college student who is not mentally and physically sound.
I need some information on how to treat my son. I would like him to accompany me to Canada.
You can't include your son as a dependent. He doesn't meet the criteria to be a dependent. CIC changed the rules this summer and children must now be under 19 years of age at the time the application is submitted to be included as a dependent.
Your son is too old. If he wishes to immigrate to Canada then he will have to qualify on his own.
The only help you can provide your son is in giving him 5 additional points once you are permanent residents and living in Canada if he applies through FSW.
What I really need to find out is if you have a dependent that is 21 years of age and gain permanent residence in Canada, what is the easiest way for him to get in the country. He is currently in college. I know he could get my 5 points if i am successful under FSW programme but is there any other way? Would the local Visa office consider offering my son a temporary visa?
