Likelihood of visit visa approval for sibling.

[juskind]

I am in the process of applying for a visit visa for my husband's brother. Both my husband and I are Canadian citizens. Earlier this year, my husband was involved in a multi-vehicle crash that caused spinal issues, for which he was advised to undergo cervical and spinal surgery. However, his recovery is limited, and he has been struggling with depression, anxiety, and PTSD. He is currently seeing both a physiotherapist and a psychiatrist. Additionally, we have a child with special needs. Given the situation, my husband is feeling increasingly stressed and depressed, while I am managing full-time work and caregiving responsibilities, which has taken a toll on me.

To support my husband emotionally, I would like to invite his brother to visit Canada for 2-3 weeks to spend some time with him and help lift his spirits during this difficult period, while I stay home to care for our child. My brother-in-law is in his mid-30s, divorced, employed as a manager at a reputable bank, and owns commercial properties that generate rental income.

I have a few questions regarding the visa application:

1. I understand that the likelihood of a sibling visa being approved is low, especially since my brother-in-law is single and lives with his elderly parents. They cant travel and will live with his sister for 2 weeks if his visa is approved
2. Should I mention the emotional support aspect of my husband’s depression and well-being in the invitation letter, or should I simply state that it is a family trip, given that it has been over five years since they last met?
3. Should I submit medical documents, such as notes from the doctors, neurosurgeon, and therapists? If so, should these be included in the invitation letter or should they be placed in the optional documents section?
4. For proof of funds, I plan to include the applicant's savings account statements, salary deposit bank statements, current and previous job offer letters, pay slips, and an asset list drafted by his Chartered Accountant along with property documents. Is this documentation sufficient, or would you recommend including additional proof?

Thank you for your guidance.

 

[Gunpriya Sohal]

I can't say much but I really hope your brother in law visits Canada soon.

Stay strong!!

 

[tech10]

Wish you best

 

[binal1625]

Hi, really sorry to hear about your husband's accident. Stay strong!

Regarding your query:

- the likelihood is currently very low (irrespective of nationalities) especially in cases of family members being present in Canada. IRCC seems to working under the assumption that most people will stay behind.

- The applicant is your brother-in-law. Hence the application should be from his POV - that he is taking time off from work to help his brother and his family out. His cover letter should mention that his elderly parents are dependent on him and would be inconvenienced by his trip to Canada. In the letter from his employer, his boss should mention that he is sanctioning leave for 3 weeks and your brother-in-law will join work from xx date.

- The proof of funds should include bank statements where his salary is reflected plus any savings (assets) he may have. Property income can be seen as passive income for which the applicant doesn't necessarily have to stay in their home country. This can be seen as a negative.

- In your invitation letter, you may write the need for emotional support for your husband. I think it is important to show that you will only be providing accommodation and the cost of travel will be borne by the applicant.

*Disclaimer* - Neither I nor anyone else here is an expert. I am only sharing my thoughts based on what I have noticed in this forum in the last one week. I have formed the opinion that simply having funds in your bank account and giving a vague reason to visit (two months with so and so) are getting rejected outright under generic reasons. Instead a specific itinerary and a shorter stay should do the trick.

Since yours is not a frivolous reason to visit, I would still suggest that you meet a consultant or ask someone in Canada who might have had to call upon family members due to illness etc.

All the very best!

 

[canuck78]

Would suggest including medical documentation but depression is not cured by a short visit so there could be concern that your BIL may try to remain in Canada longer. You can only try your best. Your BIL should try to show as best as possible that he has strong reasons to return to his home country after a short visit and why a short visit will be sufficient to improve your husband’s health.

 

[juskind]

Thank you guys

 

[CanGoldDigger]

I wouldn't rely much on those circumstances. That makes your case even harder.

He heeds to apply with a genuine purpose of a visitor visa, care-giving is not and any of those.

So your husband's brother needs to show his financial stability and ties return.