Sponsoring a dependent child

Procedures to follow if you wish to help a dependent child immigrate to Québec.

Important notice

The maximum number of undertaking applications to sponsor a spouse, a common-law spouse, a conjugal partner or a dependent child aged 18 or over has been reached for the period June 26, 2024 to June 25, 2026. This means that:

The Ministère is not receiving any new undertaking applications for these family members until June 25, 2026;
You may submit an undertaking application for these family members when a new application reception period opens.

The Ministère is continuing to receive undertaking applications for other family members under the family reunification category.

For more information, consult this page.

Verifying your eligibility to sponsor a dependent child

Conditions to meet to be able to sponsor a dependent child you wish to bring to Québec.

Determining who you can sponsor

Explanation of the conditions of eligibility of a dependent child you wish to sponsor so that the child can settle in Québec.

Understanding the responsibilities and obligations related to the undertaking

Details regarding the responsibilities that must be assumed by a person who acts as guarantor of a minor close relation that person wishes to sponsor for immigration to Québec. 

Submitting an undertaking application to sponsor a dependent child as main person to sponsor

Procedure for a person who wishes to submit an undertaking application for sponsorship of a dependent child.