Program delivery update: Family-based permanent residence pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
October 3, 2025
Guidelines for processing applications under the family-based permanent residence pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan have been updated.
This temporary public policy provides a humanitarian pathway to permanent residence for foreign nationals who have family in Canada, so they can find safe haven and build their lives in Canada with support for their settlement and integration.