Sponsoring a dependent child

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

Important Note

New rules apply to the intake of undertaking applications in the family class. See the Rules governing the reception of applications page for further details.

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.

Last update: June 23, 2026