Q: I am a Canadian citizen living in New York for the past 15 years but with no US status. I’ve never filed an income tax return for over 10 years. I recently married a Filipino guy also without status in the US. How do I bring him to Canada as a visitor? Is it possible to sponsor him while in Canada? If not, how can I bring him with me in Canada?
A: As a Canadian citizen, you will have no problem coming back to Canada. However, your husband will require a visa to enter Canada but, since he is not a legal US resident, it is almost impossible for any Canadian consulate to issue a visitor visa to Canada for him. That said, it’s unlikely you’ll be able to file sponsorship inside Canada. The best solution is to work on the sponsorship while you’re still in the US. You may hold-off entering Canada until such time that your husband obtains his permanent residence.
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