does having a kid together gives you a better chance of getting approved?

[impatientwife]

So, I have a friend of mine who gave birth 6 months ago, she just moved in together with her Canadian boyfriend about 4 months ago, obviously they still have 8 more months to live together before they can apply for sponsorship. Her bf is divorced, about 5 years ago, right now she's still on her mat leave and her work permit just ended but she applied visit visa already. Now, she's worried since her bf has been divorced that they might be questioned or something, do you think having a common child together is a strong proof that the relationship is legit? Of course aside from their pictures and other proofs. She doesnt have an account in here so I thought i could ask for her and give her some advice...Thank you!

Why does she have to wait 8 more months. once you have a child together and living together you're automatically considered common law so they can start the process at anytime if they choose, also they look at a lot of things other than children, security checks would be the main one so regardless of them having child if he doesn't pass that i don't think that wouldn't make a difference but good luck

 

[canuck_in_uk]

They will definitely ask why there was a child born before moving in together, and also scrutinize anything that doesn't flow in the 'traditional' progression of a relationship. They study everything. But if you have A DNA test it will help.

People do have kids just to increase their chances, believe it or not. I think CIC will be more worried about your relationship being genuine, anyone can have a kid, but proving you are in a genuine relationship is a bit more work.

No, they won't ask why a child was born before moving in together, especially since they will be applying after becoming common-law. There is zero point in doing a DNA test.

I realize you had a negative experience but that was due to the errors in your app and a poison pen letter accusing the applicant of illegal activity. There is no need to scare others.

Why does she have to wait 8 more months. once you have a child together and living together you're automatically considered common law so they can start the process at anytime if they choose, also they look at a lot of things other than children, security checks would be the main one so regardless of them having child if he doesn't pass that i don't think that wouldn't make a difference but good luck

Completely wrong. CIC requires one year of continuous cohabitation to become common-law.

 

[VioletBlue]

Thank sounds a bit crazy....Most peoe DON'T have kids just to get PR...Maybe a few did that but that's just insane....IF they are trying to get in they would most likely just go and have marriage out of Convenience...Not have Kid. CIC will Not look closely into their relationship solely based on them having a child together

They will definitely ask why there was a child born before moving in together, and also scrutinize anything that doesn't flow in the 'traditional' progression of a relationship. They study everything. But if you have A DNA test it will help.

People do have kids just to increase their chances, believe it or not. I think CIC will be more worried about your relationship being genuine, anyone can have a kid, but proving you are in a genuine relationship is a bit more work.