Spousal sponsorship is a process through which a person who is a citizen or permanent resident of a country can sponsor their spouse or common-law partner to come and live in that country as a permanent resident. The sponsoring spouse or common-law partner is known as the sponsor, and the person being sponsored is known as the principal applicant.

To be eligible for spousal sponsorship, the sponsor must be at least 18 years of age and have a certain level of financial stability. The principal applicant must also meet certain eligibility requirements and pass medical, security, and criminal background checks.

The process of spousal sponsorship generally involves the sponsor submitting a sponsorship application to the immigration authorities of the country, along with supporting documents such as proof of marriage or common-law relationship, proof of financial support, and proof of the principal applicant’s eligibility.

It is important to note that the process of spousal sponsorship can vary depending on the country and the specific circumstances of the couple. Some countries may have additional requirements such as a minimum length of the relationship, or may require the couple to provide additional documentation to prove the genuineness of their relationship.

It is also worth noting that some countries put a limitation on the numbers of people that can be sponsored and the type of relationships that are eligible, for example some countries require that the sponsor is a spouse or a common-law partner, while others will accept sponsorship from conjugal partners or dependent children. It is advisable to check with the specific immigration authorities for the country in which the sponsorship is being sought for more details on specific requirements.