Quebec to Reopen Family Sponsorship Applications on July 2, 2026: Introducing a New Intake Cap of 15,700 for Spouses, Parents, and Grandparents – Comprehensive Guide and Phased Schedule

Quebec reopens family sponsorship July 2, 2026: 15,700 cap (13,300 spouses, 2,400 parents/grandparents).

Montreal, 25 June 2026 — Quebec’s Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration (MIFI) has announced the long-awaited reopening of family sponsorship applications on July 2, 2026, following the exhaustion of the previous intake cap in July 2025.

Between July 2, 2026, and July 2, 2028, MIFI will accept a maximum of 15,700 sponsorship applications from Canadian citizens and permanent residents in Quebec seeking to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence.

This controlled reopening introduces a new two-year cap system designed to manage high demand while prioritising applicants who have been waiting the longest.

Breakdown of the New Quebec Family Sponsorship Intake Caps (2026–2028)

• Spouses and Common-Law Partners: Up to 13,300 applications

• Parents and Grandparents: Up to 2,400 applications

• Dependent Children (including those aged 18 and older), orphaned children, adopted children, and requests to add family members to existing applications: No intake cap — fully exempt

Important Update: The exemption for dependent children has been expanded to include those aged 18 and older, who were previously subject to the cap. This change provides greater flexibility for families with adult children.

Phased Intake Schedule – Prioritising Longest-Waiting Applicants

To ensure fairness, MIFI has implemented a phased intake system that processes applications chronologically based on waiting time:

• Eligibility for each intake period is determined by the date Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued the sponsor’s eligibility letter or acknowledgement of receipt.

• The schedule begins with documents issued in 2024 and progresses forward.

• Full details of the phased intake dates and specific eligibility windows are available on the Quebec government’s official website.

This approach aims to reduce backlog frustration by giving priority to those who have been waiting the longest.

Who Can Sponsor in Quebec?

Canadian citizens and permanent residents living in Quebec who meet all standard sponsorship requirements can apply during their eligible intake period.

Practical Advice for Sponsors and Applicants

1. Check Your Eligibility Date Immediately Log into your IRCC account or review your sponsorship documents to determine exactly when your phase opens.

2. Prepare Documents Early Gather all required forms, proof of relationship, financial support documents (income), and other supporting evidence well before your intake window.

3. Submit Promptly Once your phase opens, submit the application as early as possible within the allowed period to avoid missing the overall cap.

4. Monitor Official Updates Regularly check the MIFI website for any adjustments to the schedule or additional guidance.

5. Seek Professional Help if Needed Complex family situations (blended families, adult dependent children, etc.) may benefit from assistance by a regulated immigration consultant or lawyer.

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