How One Couple Reunited in Canada Despite a Refused Spousal Sponsorship

Simerjit Singh
Jul 29
2 min read

A True Story of Love, Resilience, and Immigration Justice

spousal sponsorship canada — Love shouldn't be bound by borders.

Spousal sponsorship in Canada is designed to reunite families — but what happens when a genuine relationship is rejected by IRCC? This is the story of Raj and Priya, a couple who overcame a devastating spousal sponsorship refusal with the help of legal insight, strategic documentation, and a little faith.

At Moon 2 Rise Immigration, we don’t just file applications. We fight for families.

The Refusal: What Went Wrong?

Canada Spousal Sponsorship

Raj was living in Canada as a former international student. After marrying Priya, he applied for inland spousal sponsorship.

Unfortunately, his application was refused due to:

Expired immigration status
Insufficient proof of cohabitation
Doubts about the genuineness of the relationship
Errors in the initial application submitted by an unlicensed consultant

The decision was heartbreaking. The couple was left in limbo.

Step-by-Step: How We Rebuilt Their Case

When they came to Moon 2 Rise Immigration, we took these steps:

1. Reviewed the Refusal in Detail

We requested GCMS notes to understand exactly why the application failed.

2. Rebuilt the Relationship Narrative

We helped them organize and submit:

Photos, call logs, text messages
Joint bank statements and lease documents
Sworn affidavits from friends and family
A detailed timeline of their relationship and cultural marriage rituals

3. Applied Under Public Policy for Out-of-Status Spouses

We referenced the IRCC public policy allowing inland sponsorships for spouses without valid status, provided there’s no criminality or misrepresentation.

4. Submitted a Clear and Compassionate Application

The new application included legal submissions citing IRPR s.124(a), s.25(1) H&C considerations, and directly addressed the officer's original concerns.

The Result: Approval & Reunification

After several months, the second application was approved. Raj received his Open Work Permit, and the couple now lives together in Saskatchewan — working, contributing, and planning for the future.

“We felt seen, heard, and supported throughout the process. Thank you, Moon 2 Rise,” Priya shared.

Disclaimer:

The names "Raj" and "Priya" used in this blog are fictional and have been changed to protect the privacy of the individuals involved. However, the facts of the case, the immigration process, and the outcome described are based on a real client success story handled by Moon 2 Rise Immigration.