вы правы насчет биометрии.
No, a non-accompanying spouse would not be required to provide biometrics. If you believe we've requested your wife's biometrics in error, please reach out to the office processing your case using our online webform here
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при этом медосмотр несопровождающий dependent должен пройти изза скрининга на admisdibility
All of your dependants must have a medical exam done by an approved panel physician, regardless of whether or not they’re coming with you to Canada.
All your dependants must have a medical exam done to make sure they’re admissible to Canada. They must be admissible to be able to be sponsored in the future.
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