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Hello everyone,

I just wanted to share my Super Visa timeline and provide as many details as possible in the hope that it helps someone else. I would consider this a somewhat complicated application, so this post is a bit longer.

Timeline
Country: India
Application Method: IRCC Portal (not GCKey)
Medical: Upfront
Application Submitted: May 24, 2026
Biometric Request (Parent 1): May 24, 2026
Biometric Request (Parent 2): May 25, 2026
Biometrics Submitted & Updated: June 1, 2026
Medical Passed/Updated: June 13, 2026
Final Decision & Passport Request: June 25, 2026
Passport Submitted: TBD
Passport Received: TBD

Biometric Context: Both of my parents already had valid biometrics for about six years. However, I decided to have them provide biometrics again to maximize the Super Visa validity, as the visa validity is generally tied to biometric validity (provided the passport remains valid). Also, it’s quite common for biometric requests to be issued on different days when there are multiple applicants.

Why I Considered This Application Somewhat Complicated
Both parents had previous Canadian visitor visa refusals.
Both parents also had previous U.S. visitor visa refusals.
Both parents are retired (they were previously business owners).

My income shown on my latest Notice of Assessment was approximately CAD 41,000. My actual earnings were over CAD 65,000, but due to business deductions (I’m self-employed), my taxable income was reduced. As a result, I was short by a little over CAD 5,500 to meet the Super Visa income requirement.

Since IRCC now allows applicants to use their parents’ income to meet the remaining income requirement, I decided to take that approach.
Although both of my parents are retired, my father actively trades stocks and earned approximately CAD 8,000 (converted from INR) in taxable investment income. He reported and paid taxes on that income, so I used it to cover the shortfall.

Proof of Funds
I submitted:
Approximately CAD 20,000 from my personal savings account.
Approximately CAD 40,000 from my business account.
Approximately CAD 45,000 from my parents’ bank account.
I intentionally provided significantly more than what was likely necessary because I didn’t want to take any chances.

My Employment & Income
My income for the current year is expected to exceed CAD 60,000, in addition to my business income.
I work both as a self-employed business owner and as a salaried manager in the same business. I included:
Self-employment letters signed by both myself and my business partner.
Recent pay stubs for my salaried position.

Purpose of Visit
Although I’m confident my parents will only stay for a couple of months, I stated a planned stay of 7–9 months for family visits and travel. I have been living alone in Canada for over seven years and haven’t been able to travel home or see them during that time.
To further strengthen the application, I mentioned that my younger brother lives and works in India and continues to live with my parents. This demonstrates strong ties to their home country and supports their intention to return after their visit.

Invitation Letter
I had my invitation letter notarized through NotaryPro as a statutory declaration. A friend of mine did the same for their application, so I decided to do it as well. I’m not sure whether it provides any additional benefit, but I included it anyway.

Medical Insurance (1-Year Monthly Payment Plan)
Purchased through an insurance broker.
Company: Secure Travel (RIMI)
Mother: CAD 1,620.60 (diabetic)
Father: CAD 1,339.55 (no pre-existing medical conditions)

Additional Documentation
One thing I found helpful was creating a short Letter of Explanation as the first page of almost every uploaded document.
For example, under the financial requirement section, the first page summarized:
My previous year’s income in CAD.
My parents’ income in INR, along with the CAD conversion.
A list of all supporting documents attached.
I used the same approach for several other sections to make the application easier for the officer to review.

Proof of Relationship
I used my birth certificate to prove that I am their son. There was a minor spelling difference between my birth certificate and passport, so I also attached my passport. I didn’t provide a separate explanation for the spelling difference—I simply submitted both documents.
My birth certificate is bilingual, with the regional language and English printed on the same document, so I did not provide a separate translation.

If I’m missing any information that anyone would like to know, or if you’d like a complete list of the documents I submitted, feel free to comment or send me a DM.

Thanks!

Just wanted to share the timeline of a friend whose application I helped with. He received his invitation while on implied status.

Timeline:
Oct 1 – ITA received
Nov 9 – Application submitted / AOR
Dec 11 – Lost status in Canada; visitor record refused
Dec 14 – Left Canada
Dec 15 – Submitted webform informing IRCC of departure and updated address
(New address reflected in tracker after few weeks later)
Jan 13 – Biometrics request
Jan 15 – Biometrics completed
Jan 16 – Final decision shown in GCKey (no clear approval indication Just the date)
Jan 19 – Received P1 (replied same day, clarified he is outside Canada and should receive PPR)
Apr 1 – Received 2nd P1 (same reply)
Apr 22 – Received 3rd P1 (same reply + webform submitted)
Apr 30 – Received 4th P1 (same reply)
May 1 – Finally received PPR
June 2 – Application approved (GCKey updated)
June 4 – Passport returned with COPR

Background:
Max CELPIP score
3 years foreign work experience
2 years Canadian experience
Master’s degree (foreign)

Hope this helps someone going through a similar situation. Good luck everyone!