Family Sponsorship Programs Minimum Necessary Income
Income required for the 3 tax years right before the day you apply.
The below table is valid for applications submitted in 2023 and if you live in any province or territory expect Quebec.
| Total number of people responsible for | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 people | $43,082 | $32,898 | $32,270 |
| 3 people | $52,965 | $40,444 | $39,672 |
| 4 people | $64,306 | $49,106 | $48,167 |
| 5 people | $72,935 | $55,694 | $54,630 |
| 6 people | $82,259 | $62,814 | $61,613 |
| 7 people | $91,582 | $69,934 | $68,598 |
| 8 or more, for each additional person | $9,324 | $7,120 | $6,985 |
If you live in Quebec, the MIFI Ministère de l’immigration, de la francisation et de l’intégration will assess your income based on their own criteria. See table below:
