Quick Answer
Quebec will accept 15,700 family reunification undertaking applications from July 2, 2026, to June 30, 2028. The intake includes 13,300 spots for spouses and partners and 2,400 for parents and grandparents. Submission windows are based on the date of your IRCC eligibility letter.
Quebec’s Family Reunification Intake: What Changed on July 2, 2026
Quebec is reopening its family reunification intake for the first time since July 2025, when the province hit its previous cap ahead of schedule. Starting July 2, 2026, the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI) will accept up to 15,700 undertaking applications over a two-year window, closing June 30, 2028.
This is a critical opportunity for Quebec-based sponsors waiting to reunite with family members. The intake is split into two categories: 13,300 spots for spouses, common-law partners, and conjugal partners, and 2,400 spots for parents, grandparents, and their eligible dependents. If either category hits its cap before June 30, 2028, MIFI will stop accepting applications in that category immediately. Timing is everything—submitting early could be the difference between approval and rejection.
Quebec operates under the Canada-Quebec Accord, which means sponsors here must complete two separate processes. First, they obtain a letter of eligibility to sponsor from IRCC. Then they submit a provincial undertaking application to MIFI. The new intake window only applies to the second step—the provincial undertaking.
| Before (July 2025 - June 2026) | After (July 2, 2026 - June 30, 2028) |
|---|---|
| No new family reunification applications accepted in Quebec after July 2025 cap was reached. | 15,700 spots available, with submission windows based on IRCC eligibility letter dates. |
| First-come, first-served intake with no prioritization. | Reception calendar prioritizes applicants with older IRCC eligibility letters. |
| No exemptions for dependent children or adopted minors. | Exemptions for dependent children, adopted minors, and orphaned relatives. |
Key Numbers: What You Need to Know
15,700
Total undertaking applications accepted
13,300
Spots for spouses and partners
2,400
Spots for parents and grandparents
June 23, 2026
Date reception calendar is published
📅 Key Date
June 23, 2026: MIFI will publish the reception calendar, determining when you can submit your undertaking application based on your IRCC eligibility letter date. Check quebec.ca on this date to plan your submission.
Who This Affects: Eligibility Details
This intake is for Quebec-based sponsors who already have an IRCC eligibility letter. If you don’t have the letter yet, you can’t submit an undertaking application. The reception calendar, published June 23, 2026, assigns submission windows based on your IRCC eligibility letter date. Applicants with older letters get earlier windows, so acting quickly once your window opens is crucial.
Take Rajesh, a permanent resident in Montreal who’s waited to sponsor his wife from India. He received his IRCC eligibility letter in January 2025 but couldn’t submit his undertaking when Quebec’s intake closed. Under the new rules, he’ll likely get an early submission window—giving him a strong chance at one of the 13,300 spots for spouses and partners. Miss that window, though, and he may have to wait years for the next intake.
For parents and grandparents sponsors, the competition is even tougher. With only 2,400 spots, applicants need to submit as soon as their window opens. Maria, a Canadian citizen in Quebec City, has tried to sponsor her parents from Colombia since 2024. Her March 2025 IRCC eligibility letter likely puts her in a mid-range window. Delay, and she could miss the cap entirely.
Not everyone faces restrictions. Dependent children, children being adopted, and certain orphaned minor relatives are exempt. Their applications don’t count toward the 15,700 cap, so sponsors like Ahmed, a permanent resident in Laval adopting a child from Morocco, can submit as soon as the intake opens without timing worries.
Your Action Plan: How to Submit Your Application
Start by confirming your IRCC eligibility letter date—MIFI uses this to assign your submission window. Without the letter, you can’t submit an undertaking application. Begin gathering your documents now, including proof of relationship, financial stability, and the IRCC eligibility letter. If any documents require translation, start that process immediately.
On June 23, 2026, check the reception calendar on quebec.ca to see when your submission window opens. Mark the date—applications submitted outside your window will be returned as ineligible. Each envelope must contain only one application with completed forms, supporting documents, and your IRCC eligibility letter. No second chances if documents are missing.
Mail your application on the first day of your window. MIFI stops accepting applications once a sub-category hits its cap, so don’t delay. Use registered mail for tracking and proof of delivery. Monitor quebec.ca regularly—if either spouse/partner or parents/grandparents categories hit their caps before June 30, 2028, submissions in those categories will close immediately.
Pro Tip
If you’re sponsoring a spouse or partner, submit as soon as your window opens. The 13,300 spots for this category could fill quickly, especially for applicants with older IRCC eligibility letters. In 2025’s previous intake, the spouses category reached its cap within months, leaving many applicants in limbo. Don’t assume you’ll have time—act fast.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What happens if I submit my application outside my assigned window?
Your application will be returned as ineligible. MIFI’s reception calendar is strict—there’s no grace period, and your application won’t be held for later processing. You’ll need to resubmit during the correct window.
2. Can I submit my undertaking application in person at a MIFI office?
No. All applications must go by postal mail to the address on quebec.ca. In-person submissions aren’t accepted.
3. My child is being adopted. Does their application count toward the cap?
No. Applications for dependent children, children being adopted, and certain orphaned minor relatives are exempt from the 15,700 cap. These can be submitted anytime between July 2, 2026, and June 30, 2028, without submission window concerns.
4. What if my IRCC eligibility letter is dated after June 30, 2028?
You won’t be able to submit during this intake period. The reception calendar only considers letters dated before the intake closes, so you’ll need to wait for the next window—which could be years away.
📋 Official Source
Verified against the official MIFI family sponsorship page. Always confirm with canada.ca before submitting applications.
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