Since 2024, Canada has undertaken a restructuring of immigration visa fees, resulting in escalated costs for principal applicants and their accompanying spouses. A comparative analysis spanning the period from April 2022 to March 2024 and the newly implemented fee schedule from April 2024 to March 2026 unveils the revised framework of business immigration expenses in both federal and Quebec jurisdictions:
Principal applicant: $1,625 (previous fee) / $1,810 (revised fee)
Spouse or common-law partner: $850 / $950
Dependent children: $230 / $260
These fee adjustments spark inquiries into the accessibility of Canadian immigration avenues. While the fee hikes may bolster governmental revenues, they concurrently pose financial hurdles for prospective immigrants, particularly those from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
In the long term, the augmented revenue streams could be channeled towards financing immigrant integration initiatives, potentially fostering economic growth within Canada. Nevertheless, concerns linger regarding the equitable access to Canada, particularly for marginalized groups such as refugees and individuals with constrained financial resources.
Principal applicant: $1,625 (previous fee) / $1,810 (revised fee)
Spouse or common-law partner: $850 / $950
Dependent children: $230 / $260
These fee adjustments spark inquiries into the accessibility of Canadian immigration avenues. While the fee hikes may bolster governmental revenues, they concurrently pose financial hurdles for prospective immigrants, particularly those from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
In the long term, the augmented revenue streams could be channeled towards financing immigrant integration initiatives, potentially fostering economic growth within Canada. Nevertheless, concerns linger regarding the equitable access to Canada, particularly for marginalized groups such as refugees and individuals with constrained financial resources.