Parent of a Citizen Visa

What is a Parent of a Citizen Visa?

A Parent of a Citizen Visa allows parents—and in some countries, grandparents—of citizens or permanent residents to live with their family abroad. It’s designed to promote family unity by enabling parents to join their children and grandchildren, either temporarily or permanently. Programs often include financial sponsorship, income thresholds, and medical insurance requirements to ensure sustainable family support. While some countries offer direct permanent residence routes, others provide long-term visitor or renewable residence permits. Due to high demand, several programs—such as Canada’s PGP or New Zealand’s Parent Resident Visa—operate under annual caps or invitation systems.