Guide 0209 and Checklist – Application for Permanent Residence under the Temporary public policy to facilitate permanent residence to certain foreign nationals affected by the conflict in Sudan with family in Canada

Apply online using the Permanent Residence Portal

Use our online immigration application(opens in a new tab)  to apply for this pathway.

I can’t apply online and require accommodations

If you, your sponsor (if being sponsored by a family member) or representative cannot apply online and require accommodations, including for a disability, you may ask for an alternative format. After we review your request, we’ll send you the application package in one of these formats:

  • paper
  • braille
  • large print

To request another format:

  1. Open a new email
  2. In the subject line of your email, include:
    • the format you need (paper, braille, or large print), and
    • the application package you want
  3. In the body of your email, include
    • your full name (principal applicant) as shown on your passport
    • the full name of your sponsor, if you’re being sponsored by a family member
    • a statement explaining that you’re asking for an alternate format
    • if you want the application in English or French
    • how we should send it to you (by email or regular mail)
      • Include your email address if you want us to send it electronically so you can print it yourself. This option will save you the time it would take to mail it to you.
      • Include your mailing address (in Canada only) if you want it mailed to you.
  4. Send your email to: IRCC.PRPortalALTRequest-DemandeALTPortailRP.IRCC@cic.gc.ca

We will only reply to requests for alternative formats. We won't reply to any other emails. After we get your request, we’ll reply with instructions and tell you where to send your application.

After we get your request, we’ll reply with instructions and tell you where to send your application.

To submit your application

  • fill out and sign any paper forms
  • return the application by mail or courier to the mailing address provided in our instructions

Use a courier to submit your paper application

Due to the labour disruption at Canada Post, you need to use a courier to send us your application. Use one that offers tracking so you have proof your application was delivered.

Find out how to check if your application has been received.

For more information about applying with an alternate format, call 1-888-242-2100 (from inside Canada only).

Table of contents

This is not a legal document. The explanations and definitions are not legal definitions. In case of a discrepancy between the language in this document and the relevant legislation or regulations, the legal text in the legislation and regulations prevails.

For legal information, consult the following documents:

Overview

Application package

This application package has:

The instruction guide:

Read the instruction guide completely and then fill out each of the applicable forms.

The forms are designed with questions that will help the processing of your application.


Symbols used in this guide

This guide uses these symbols to draw your attention to important information:

Required step
What you must do to have your application processed.
Important information

Important information that you need to know to avoid delays or other problems.

Get more information

Where to get more information.

Note: Tips that will help you with this application.

Before you apply

Overview of the program

The Temporary public policy to facilitate permanent residence to certain foreign nationals affected by the conflict in Sudan with family in Canada provides a humanitarian pathway to permanent residence for foreign nationals who have family in Canada so that they can find safe haven and build their lives in Canada with support for their settlement and integration.

This public policy takes effect on February 27th, 2024, and will end on February 26th, 2025, or once 3,250 applications have been accepted for processing.

Do not apply if you do not meet the eligibility criteria, as your application will be refused and your processing fees will not be returned.


Who may use this application?

You may apply through the Temporary public policy to facilitate permanent residence to certain foreign nationals affected by the conflict in Sudan with family in Canada if you meet the eligibility requirements and plan to settle permanently in Canada, outside the province of Quebec. Your in-Canada family member (anchor) signing the statutory declaration must also reside in Canada outside of the province of Quebec.


Who can be included as family members?

Your family members include your spouse or common-law partner, your dependent children and any dependent children of your dependent children.

See subsection 1(3) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations for the legal definition of “a family member”.

Additional information about spouses or common-law partners or dependent children is below.

You must declare and include on your forms all family members at the time you submit your application, including any non-accompanying dependents. Failing to declare a family member may result in the refusal of your application and they may not be able to come with you to Canada now or later. Every family member, whether accompanying to Canada or not, must be listed on the Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008).

What is the difference between an accompanying family member and a non-accompanying family member?

Accompanying family member: A family member who plans to come to Canada at the same time as the principal applicant.

Non-accompanying family member: A family member who has been separated from the family and is not able to, or chooses not to, accompany the principal applicant to Canada when the application was processed.

Family member definitions

Your family members include your spouse or common-law partner, your dependent children and any children that are their dependent children.

Spouse

Refers to either of the two persons (any gender) in a marriage legally recognized in the country in which it took place, as well as in Canada.

Important information

Proxy, telephone, fax, internet and similar forms of marriage where one or both parties were not physically present are not considered as valid spousal relationships under the Regulations nor are polygamous marriages. For more information, consult our policy on the legality of a marriage.

Common-law partner

Refers to a person who is living in a conjugal relationship with another person (any gender), and has done so continuously for a period of at least one year. A conjugal relationship exists when there is a significant degree of commitment between two people.

This can be shown with evidence that the couple share the same home, support each other financially and emotionally, have children together, or present themselves in public as a couple.

Common-law partners who have been in a conjugal relationship for at least one year, but are unable to live together or appear in public together because of legal restrictions in their home country or who have been separated for reasons beyond their control (for example, civil war or armed conflict) may still qualify and should be included on the application.

Dependent children

We assess your child’s eligibility as a dependant based on how old they were at a specific point in time, called the "lock-in date". This is usually the date we received your application. To see if your child qualifies as a dependant, we consider the age of your child on the lock-in date, even though your child’s age may change during processing.

Your child or the child of your spouse or common-law partner can be considered a dependent child if that child meets the requirements below on the lock-in date:

  • They’re under 22 years old, and
  • They don’t have a spouse or common-law partner

Children 22 years old or older qualify as dependants if they meet both of these requirements:

  • They have depended on their parents for financial support since before the age of 22, and
  • They are unable to financially support themselves because of a mental or physical condition

With the exception of age, dependants must continue to meet these requirements until we finish processing your application.

Not sure if your child is a dependant? Check if your child qualifies by answering a few questions.

If your child’s age was locked in on or before October 23, 2017, a previous definition of dependent children may apply.

Dependent child of a dependent child

Refers to children of dependent children of the applicant and those of the spouse or common-law partner, if applicable.


Eligibility Requirements

Principal applicant

Option A – Principal applicant is the person affected by the conflict in Sudan and is the child (regardless of age), grandchild, parent, grandparent, or sibling of an anchor who is a citizen of permanent resident of Canada.

Option B – Principal applicant is the spouse or common-law partner of a person affected by the conflict in Sudan who meets one of the relationships with a Canadian anchor under option A.

To qualify as a principal applicant under option B, your spouse or common-law partner must be:

  • unable to leave Sudan; or
  • missing, presumed dead or deceased.

Under both options, you, the principal applicant, must meet the minimum requirements outlined below:

  1. You were residing in Sudan on April 15, 2023;
  2. You are (or your spouse or common-law partner for option B is) a person in respect of whom there is no reasonable prospect, within a reasonable period, of a durable solution in a country other than Canada or Sudan, namely:
    1. voluntary repatriation or resettlement in their country of nationality or habitual residence, OR
    2. resettlement or an offer of resettlement in another country;
  3. You intend to reside in a province or territory other than the province of Québec;
  4. If you apply from inside Canada, you must:
    • Have valid temporary resident status in Canada, or have applied to restore your status if it has been expired for less than 90 days;
    • Be in Canada when:
      • You submit your application; and
      • You are granted permanent residence.
  5. You must have identified a family member (or a family member of your spouse or common-law partner in Canada, identified as an anchor in this guide and on forms) who meets the requirements to act as an anchor under this public policy
  6. You hold a passport or travel document, or provide supporting identity documents if you don’t hold one; and
  7. You meet admissibility requirements (medical, criminality, security).

Anchor

Your anchor in Canada must provide you with a statutory declaration form (IMM 0208) (opens in a new tab) that will confirm the following:

  1. Their relationship with you.
  2. They are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who are 18 years of age or older.
  3. They reside in Canada, outside of the province of Quebec.
  4. They meet the financial requirement as described under Option A, B or C of the Section J of the guide.
  5. They are not subject to a removal order.
  6. They are not detained in any penitentiary, jail, reformatory or prison.
  7. They have not been convicted in Canada of the offence of murder or an offence set out in Schedule I or II to the Corrections and Conditional Release Act, regardless of whether it was prosecuted by indictment, if a period of five years has not elapsed since the completion of the person’s sentence.
  8. They have not been convicted outside Canada of an offence if committed in Canada, would constitute an offence referred to in condition 7 if a period of five years has not elapsed since the completion of the person's sentence imposed under a foreign law.
  9. They are not in default in respect of the repayment of any immigration loan, a performance bond or any other amounts you agreed to pay under Canadian immigration legislation, and have not made arrangement to defer payments.
  10. They are not in default of any sponsorship undertaking or any support payment obligations ordered or registered with a court.
  11. They are not in receipt of social assistance for a reason other than disability.
  12. They have not accepted, and understand they are not to accept, any financial compensation from the foreign national and their accompanying family members.
  13. They have completed the Statutory Declaration form (IMM 0208).
  14. They have provided a proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence.

Admissibility Requirements

Police certificates

If you and your family members are 18 years of age and older and aren’t permanent residents or Canadian citizens, you must provide a valid police certificate for any country other than Canada in which you spent 6 or more months in a row since the age of 18.

Note: You do not need to provide a police certificate from a country if you or your family members were under 18 years of age the entire time you lived in that country.

If the original certificate isn’t in English or French, you must get an accredited translator to translate it. You must include both the police certificate and the translation.

We’ll also do our own background checks to see if there are reasons why you or your family members may not be admissible to Canada.

For specific and up-to-date information, see our guide on where to get a police certificate.

Medical requirements

You do not need to complete a medical exam before you apply. We will contact you with instructions about completing medical exams for you and your family after you submit your application.  Your accompanying family members must complete medical exams. You do not need to pay for the medical exam. We will provide you details about how this cost will be covered by the Interim Federal Health Program.

Biometric

Fingerprints and photo requirements

You and your family members over the age of 14 may need to appear in person to have fingerprints and a photograph (biometric information) taken at a biometric collection service point.

Find out if you need to give biometrics.

If you have to give biometrics, you can give them after you:

You must bring the BIL with you to the biometric collection service point to give your biometrics.

We encourage you to give your biometrics as soon as possible after getting the BIL. We will start processing your application only after we receive your biometrics.

Where to give your biometrics

You need to book an appointment to give your biometrics at one of these official biometric collection service points. Wait until you receive your BIL instruction letter before booking an appointment.

Using a representative

If you want to appoint someone to do business with us on your behalf, you must

Note: If a paid representative is submitting your application online on your behalf, they must sign in to their Representative Portal account to do so. You, as the Principal Applicant, need to electronically sign your application and your representative must also provide their declaration before submitting the application.


Step 1. Gather documents

For an application to be considered complete, the principal applicant must fill out the forms listed below and must submit them all together in the Permanent Residence Online Application Portal for the principal applicant and each of the dependants. Incomplete applications will be returned. The forms are designed with questions that will help with the processing of your application.

Important information: If you cannot provide one or more documents required on the document checklist, you must provide a written explanation for each missing document so your application is not delayed in processing or returned to you as incomplete. You must also provide any other evidence or documents you have available to satisfy the requirement. Upload them as the document type that was asked for.

A complete application includes:

See the document checklist at the end of this document to assist you in gathering the necessary documentation. If you do not included all the required documents, your application will be returned to you.

Note: Additional documents may be required during the processing of your application.

Translation of documents

You must include the following along with any document that is not in English or French:

Translations may be done by:

  • a person who is fluent in both languages (English or French, and the unofficial language); or
  • a Canadian certified translator (a member in good standing of a provincial or territorial organization of translators and interpreters in Canada).

If the translation isn’t done by a Canadian certified translator, the person who completed the translation must provide an affidavit swearing to their language proficiency and the accuracy of the translation.

The affidavit must be sworn in the presence of:

In Canada:

Authority to certify varies by province and territory. Consult your local provincial or territorial authorities.

Outside of Canada:

  • a notary public

Authority to administer oaths varies by country. Consult your local authorities.

small exclamation warning signImportant information: Translations must not be done by the applicants themselves nor by members of the applicant’s family. This includes a parent, guardian, sibling, spouse, common-law partner, conjugal partner, grandparent, child, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew and first cousin.

Note: An affidavit is a document on which the translator has sworn, in the presence of a person authorized to administer oaths in the country where the translator is living, that the contents of their translation are a true translation and representation of the contents of the original document. Translators who are certified in Canada don’t need to supply an affidavit.


Step 2. Complete the Application

Follow the instructions below to complete the application.

Sign in or create an account in our Permanent Residence Portal(opens in a new tab) 

Click on each applicable form’s name to access it, then follow the instructions to complete it. Some forms must be filled as a digital form, others are PDFs that you will have to upload. As the principal applicant, you will electronically sign for the entire application, including those of your family members.

Digital forms

You must fill out these digital forms online (you do not need to complete the PDF versions of these forms):

Instructions for online forms in the portal:

  • You must fill out these forms within the portal. Do not fill out the PDF form.
  • Once you've completed each form, read all the statements in all sections carefully

By signing your application, you certify that

  • you fully understand the questions asked, and
  • the information you provided is complete, truthful, and correct.

PDF forms

You must also fill out this PDF form:

Your anchor in Canada must fill out and sign this PDF form:

Complete and sign these forms, if they apply to you

These forms need to be filled out, printed and then signed by hand by the principal applicant and the third party. Upload the forms to your account.

Technical issues

If you’re having technical issues applying, contact us using the web form

If you need to upload a number of images, find out how to combine them into 1 document.

If you have difficulty opening and downloading a form, please consult these instructions in the Help Center

If you want to appoint someone to do business with us on your behalf, you must submit:

If you want to allow us to release information from your application to anyone else (other than a representative), you must submit:

exclamation warning signImportant information: It is a serious offence to give false or misleading information on these forms. The information you provide on your application may be subject to verification.

Be complete and accurate

Complete all sections on the forms. If a section does not apply to you, write “Not Applicable” or “NA”.

If you need more space for any section, include an additional page containing the appropriate section, complete it and upload it with your application. For the document type, choose “other.”

Uploading additional documents to your online application

To submit supporting documentation with your online application select “Other” from the drop-down menu (Document type) and upload your documents or other additional information which can be in any of the following formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, DOC, and DOCX.

Signatures

If signatures are missing (when this applies), we will return the application by email without processing it.

As the principal applicant, you will electronically sign for the entire application, including your family members by typing your full name exactly as it is shown on your passport.

Note:


Follow the step-by-step instructions below to complete the application forms.

small exclamation warning signIMPORTANT: Every family member, whether accompanying you to Canada or not, must be included in the Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008) and in the Additional Family Information form (IMM 5406).

Before filling out the digital forms (IMM 0008, IMM 5669, IMM 5406), ensure every family member is listed in the PA Profile section of the online portal.

Screenshot of the portal where you can enter the information:

Spouse, partner or dependant(s) profiles screenshot
Text version: Spouse, partner or dependant(s) profiles

You can create/edit profiles for your spouse, partner, or dependant(s) in this section who are applying for permanent residence. Their basic information will then be automatically filled in for most digital forms.

Add dependant button

Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008)

Who must fill out this application form?

This form must be completed by:

Completing the form

You will fill out and submit the Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008) online. You do not need to print and sign by hand. Please follow the instructions below to ensure the form is properly completed.

You must answer all questions on this application form unless otherwise indicated.

You also have the option of saving your form and completing it later.

Read and follow the steps below to help you fill out tche form.

Application Details
Language preference

From the list, select your preferred language for:

  1. correspondence
  2. interview: if your native language is not in this list, select “Other”
  3. interpreter requested: you must select “Yes” if you do not select English or French for the interview
Where do you plan to live in Canada?

Provide Province/Territory and City/Town you intend to live in Canada

Personal Details
Family name

Family name is also known as last name or surname. As shown on your identity/travel document.

Given name

Given names are also known as first name and middle name. As shown on your identity/travel document, do not use initials.

Physical characteristics - sex

If you choose “X” for gender, you need to complete the Request for a Change of Sex or Gender Identifier [IRM 0002] (PDF, 1.34 MB) form and send it with your application if

  • your foreign travel document or passport does not have the “X” gender identifier (or an equivalent non-binary option)
  • you have or have had a Canadian temporary resident document with a different gender identifier, including a
    • visa
    • electronic travel authorization
    • work permit or
    • study permit

You do not need any supporting documents.

Physical characteristics - Eye colour

Indicate eye colour

Birth information - Date of birth

If you do not know your complete date of birth, write 1901/01/01 for the unknown year, month or day. Include a letter of explanation saying why you used this date.

Birth information - Place of birth

As shown in your passport or your travel document.

Citizenship(s)

If you are not a citizen of any country, choose “Stateless”.

If you are a citizen of more than one country, choose your other country of citizenship in the second field.

Current country of residence

You must be in this country legally.

If you have lost your status
  • for “Status,” choose “Other”
  • in the details field, enter “Out of status, requires restoration”
  • leave the “From” and “To” fields blank
Previous countries of residence

This means you lived in the country for 6 months total, not just in a row.

If you chose “Other” as a status, try to provide as much detail and an explanation as to why you are out of status.

Marital and relationship status

You are single if you have never been married and are not in a common-law relationship.

You are married if you and your spouse have had a ceremony that legally binds you to each other. Your marriage must be legally recognized in the country where it was performed and in Canada.

You are common-law if you have lived continuously with your partner in a marital-type relationship for 1 year or more.

You are divorced if you are officially separated and have legally ended your marriage.

You are legally separated if you are still legally married but no longer living with your spouse.

You are widowed if your spouse has died and you have not re-married or entered into a common-law relationship.

An annulled marriage has been legally declared as not valid. An annulment can also be a declaration by the Catholic Church that the marriage was not binding.

  • Family name is also known as last name or surname.
  • Given names are also known as first name and middle name. Do not use initials.
  • If you are in a common-law relationship, enter the date (year, month and day) you began living together.
  • If you are legally separated or divorced, enter the date you were no longer living together.
Contact Information
Current mailing address
  • Post office box (P.O. box) number: If you do not enter a post office box, you must enter your street number
  • Street number (no.): The number on your house or apartment building. You must enter a street number if you did not enter a P.O. box

If you want a representative to do business with us on your behalf, you must provide their address in this section and on the Use of a Representative [IMM 5476] (opens in a new tab) form.

For more information, read the Use of a Representative guide.

Email address

Use this format: name@provider.net

Please ensure the contact information provided here is current and correct as it will be the primary contact information used for all correspondence pertaining to file processing. By entering your email address, you authorize IRCC to send you correspondence including personal information to this specific email address.

Passport
Passport/travel document number (exactly as shown on your passport or travel document)

If you have more than one passport, choose the one you will use to travel to Canada.

Most people will need a passport to travel to Canada. If you are approved to come here, you will need to get one. If you are unable to obtain one, provide a letter of explanation to explain why.

A travel document is an identity document issued by a government or international organization (like the United Nations). It has a photo and personal information, and lets the holder travel between countries. If you already have a passport, you do not need a travel document.

Issue/expiry dates

You can find this information on the page in your passport that shows your photo and date of birth (also called the biodata page).

National Identity Document

A national identity document is an identity card with a photo which is issued by a government or official authority, and can be used as identification inside the country that issued it. It may also be known as "ID," "ID card," "identity card," "citizen card" or "passport card."

Document number

Enter your national identity document number exactly as shown on the identity document. Make sure there is no space between each number or letter.

Education/Occupation Details
Highest level of education
  1. None: No education.
  2. Secondary or less: High school diploma obtained after elementary school and before college, university, or other formal training.
  3. Trade/apprenticeship certificate/diploma: Diploma completed in a specific trade, such as carpentry or auto mechanics.
  4. Non-university certificate/diploma: Training in a profession that requires formal education but not at the university level (e.g., dental technician or engineering technician).
  5. Post-secondary – no degree: Post-secondary studies at a college or university but no degree earned.
  6. Bachelor’s degree: Academic degree awarded by a college or university to those who have completed an undergraduate curriculum. Also called a baccalaureate. Examples include a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Education.
  7. Post graduate – no degree: Post-graduate studies at a college or university but no degree earned (Master or PhD).
  8. Master’s degree: Academic degree awarded by a graduate school of a college or university. You must have completed a Bachelor’s degree before you can earn a Master’s degree.
  9. Doctorate – PhD: Highest university degree, usually based on at least 3 years of graduate studies and a thesis. Normally, you must have completed a Master’s degree before you can earn a PhD.

Current occupation

If you do not work, enter “not employed”.

Intended occupation

If you are not planning to work in Canada (for example, if you are retired), enter “None”.

Language Details
Native language/mother tongue

This is the language that you learned at home during your childhood and that you still understand. If your native language is not in this list, choose “Other”.

Test from a designated language testing organization to assess English or French

Check “Yes” or “No” to indicate if you have taken a test from a designated language testing organization to assess your proficiency in English or French.

Dependant’s Personal Details

It is important to list all family members in this section, whether they are accompanying and non-accompanying.

Select the box to tell us if your dependant will accompany you to Canada.

If you answered “No,” explain why your dependant is non-accompanying.

Dependant’s relationship to the principal applicant

Select your dependant’s relationship to you, the principal applicant:

  • Adopted Child
  • Adoptive parent
  • Child
  • Common-Law Partner
  • Grandchild
  • Parent
  • Spouse
  • Step-Child
  • Step-Grandchild
  • Other
Dependant type
Type A

The dependant is under the age of 22 and single (not married and not in a common-law relationship).

Type B

This dependant type applies only if your child’s age was locked in before August 1, 2014

The dependant has been continuously enrolled in and in attendance as a full-time student at a post-secondary institution accredited by the relevant government authority and has depended substantially on the financial support of a parent since before the age of 22.

Type C

The dependant is 22 years of age or older, has depended substantially on the financial support of a parent since before the age of 22, and is unable to provide for themselves because of a medical condition.

Not sure which type of dependant your child is? Check if your child qualifies as a dependant by answering a few questions.

Family name

Family name is also known as last name or surname. As shown on the identity/travel document.

Given name

Given names are also known as first name and middle name. As shown on the identity/travel document, do not use initials.

Physical characteristics - sex

If you choose “X” for gender, you need to complete the Request for a Change of Sex or Gender Identifier [IRM 0002] (PDF, 1.34 MB) form and send it with your application if

  • your foreign travel document or passport does not have the “X” gender identifier (or an equivalent non-binary option)
  • you have or have had a Canadian temporary resident document with a different gender identifier, including a
    • visa
    • electronic travel authorization
    • work permit or
    • study permit

You do not need any supporting documents.

Physical characteristics - Eye colour

Indicate eye colour

Birth information - Date of birth

If you do not know the complete date of birth, enter 1901/01/01 to fill in the spaces for the unknown year, month or day. Include a letter of explanation.

Birth information - Place of birth

As shown in the passport or your travel document.

Citizenship(s)

If you are not a citizen of any country, choose “Stateless”.

If you are a citizen of more than one country, choose your other country of citizenship in the second field.

Current country of residence

You must be in this country legally.

If you have lost your status
  • for “Status,” choose “Other”
  • in the details field, enter “Out of status, requires restoration”
  • leave the “From” and “To” fields blank
Previous countries of residence

This means you lived in the country for 6 months total, not just in a row.

If you chose “Other” as a status, try to provide as much detail and an explanation as to why you are out of status.

Marital and relationship status

You are single if you have never been married and are not in a common-law relationship.

You are married if you and your spouse have had a ceremony that legally binds you to each other. Your marriage must be legally recognized in the country where it was performed and in Canada.

You are common-law if you have lived continuously with your partner in a marital-type relationship for 1 year or more.

You are divorced if you are officially separated and have legally ended your marriage.

You are legally separated if you are still legally married but no longer living with your spouse.

You are widowed if your spouse has died and you have not re-married or entered into a common-law relationship.

An annulled marriage has been legally declared as not valid. An annulment can also be a declaration by the Catholic Church that the marriage was not binding.

  • Family name is also known as last name or surname.
  • Given names are also known as first name and middle name. Do not use initials.
  • If you are in a common-law relationship, enter the date (year, month and day) you began living together.
  • If you are legally separated or divorced, enter the date you were no longer living together.
Passport
Passport/travel document number (exactly as shown on your passport or travel document)

If you have more than one passport, choose the one you will use to travel to Canada.

Most people will need a passport to travel to Canada. If you are approved to come here, you will need to get one.

A travel document is an identity document issued by a government or international organization (like the United Nations). It has a photo and personal information, and let the holder travel between countries. If you have a passport, you do not need a travel document.

Issue/expiry dates

You can find this information on the page in your passport that shows your photo and date of birth (also called the biodata page)

National Identity Document

A national identity document is an identity card with a photo which is issued by a government or official authority, and can be used as identification inside the country that issued it. It may also be known as "ID," "ID card," "identity card," "citizen card" or "passport card."

Document number

Enter their national identity document number exactly as shown on the document. Make sure there is no space between each number or letter.

Education/Occupation Details
Highest level of education
  1. None: No education.
  2. Secondary or less: High school diploma obtained after elementary school and before college, university, or other formal training.
  3. Trade/apprenticeship certificate/diploma: Diploma completed in a specific trade, such as carpentry or auto mechanics.
  4. Non-university certificate/diploma: Training in a profession that requires formal education but not at the university level (e.g., dental technician or engineering technician).
  5. Post-secondary – no degree: Post-secondary studies at a college or university but no degree earned.
  6. Bachelor’s degree: Academic degree awarded by a college or university to those who have completed an undergraduate curriculum. Also called a baccalaureate. Examples include a Bachelor of Arts, Science or Education.
  7. Post graduate – no degree: Post-graduate studies at a college or university but no degree earned (Master or PhD).
  8. Master’s degree: Academic degree awarded by a graduate school of a college or university. You must have completed a Bachelor’s degree before you can earn a Master’s degree.
  9. Doctorate – PhD: Highest university degree, usually based on at least 3 years of graduate studies and a thesis. Normally, you must have completed a Master’s degree before you can earn a PhD.

Current occupation

If your dependant does not work, enter “not employed.”

Intended occupation

If your dependant is not planning to work in Canada (e.g., if they are younger than working age), enter “None”.

Language Details
Native language/mother tongue

This is the language that you learned at home during your childhood and that you still understand. If your native language is not in this list, choose “Other”.

Test from a designated language testing organization to assess English or French

Approved language tests include:

Check “Yes” or “No” to indicate if you have taken a test from a designated language testing organization to assess your proficiency in English or French.

Consent and Declaration of Applicant
  1. Follow the instructions at the bottom of the online application to view the declaration.
  2. Read all of the statements in all sections carefully and:
    1. check the “Yes” or “No” buttons to show if you agree that the information in this application about your intended occupation, education and work experience may be shared with prospective employers to help them hire workers;
    2. type your name in the blue field.

By typing your name, you are signing the application electronically. By doing so, you certify that you fully understand the questions asked, and the information you provided is complete, truthful, and correct. You cannot submit your application online unless you sign it.


Step 3. Fees

Your fees include:

Calculating your fees
Processing fees (per person) $CAN
Your application (without right of permanent residence fee) 635
Include your spouse or common-law partner (without right of permanent residence fee) 635
Include a dependent child 175

How to pay the fees for your application

To pay your fees for your application, you’ll need:

Follow these instructions to pay your fees online.

Document Checklist Do not exit without printing or saving the receipt! The receipt is your proof of payment!


Payment Issues

No fee included or insufficient fees

If you do not pay the full fees for your application(s), we will return your application(s). We will only start processing your application after you return it with the correct fees.

Ask for a refund

If your application was returned as incomplete, you may be eligible for a refund of your fees paid. Please note that IRCC witll not automatically refund your fees. Please consult : Ask for a refund (canada.ca)

Step 4. Submit your application

Now that you have prepared your application, you can submit it for processing.

Important:

What Happens Next

The application process

Submission

After you submit your application, we will review it to make sure it is complete. If your application is missing any of the requested documents, it will be returned to you. Failure to provide supporting documents in certain circumstances may result in the refusal of your application.

Acknowledgment of receipt

If your application is complete, it will be placed into processing. An email will be sent:

What you can do to help processing

There are certain things you can do to help make sure your application is processed as fast as possible:

If the family composition increases (marriage, birth of a child, etc.)

Things that delay processing

The following may delay processing:

Withdrawing the application

If you wish to withdraw your application, you must do so in writing. Make sure to indicate your UCI, application number, family name and first name on all correspondence with us. You must send your request using the Web form and include ‘SD2023’ in the text box.

Protecting your information

Your personal information is:

For more information about the protection of your data, visit the Frequently Asked Questions/Help Centre.

Need help?

If you need help, you can find answers to your questions by visiting the Help Centre.

If you need Portal specific help visit: Apply online using the Permanent Residence Portal.

Appendix A - Checklist

If you do not follow this checklist, your application may be returned to you as incomplete.

Important information Important: If your application is missing any of the mandatory forms or documents listed in this checklist, it will be returned to you. In the event that your application is returned and the program closes in the interim, you will not be able to re-submit.

Combining multiple documents

If you need to add multiple files to your online application but there is only one field to upload documents, you must combine documents into one file. Consult this page for help: I need to add multiple files to my online application, but there is only one field to upload documents. What can I do?

Forms – anchor (and co-anchor if applicable)

Statutory Declaration (IMM 0208)

To be completed and signed by the eligible Canadian or Permanent Resident relative in Canada (anchor) and the anchor’s spouse or common-law partners if their income is to be included to meet the financial requirement. This form is to be signed by a Canadian Authorized Official. This can be done in person or remotely.

Once completed and signed, the principal applicant will need to upload the form to the online application.

Mandatory

Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409) for anchor and their common-law partner (if applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “5409” in the search box in the Additional Application Forms section and selecting Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union.

If the anchor intends to include their common-law partner for their income to be included to meet the financial requirement. If the anchor is married, do not submit this form. A marriage certificate would instead be required (see below under documents - anchor).

Completed, dated and signed by the Anchor, co-anchor and notarized.

Optional

Documents - anchor (and co-anchor if applicable)

Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Resident status

Your Anchor must provide one of the following documents as proof of status in Canada:

  • Copy of permanent resident card (both sides)
  • Record of landing (IMM1000) (only if Permanent resident Card has never been issued)
  • Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292 or IMM 5688)
  • Canadian Birth Certificate
  • Canadian passport (pages showing passport number, date of issue and expiration, photo, name, surname, place and date of birth)
  • Canadian citizenship certificate or card (both sides of the card)
Mandatory

Proof of relationship between the principal applicant and the anchor

  • If the applicant is the child of the anchor:
    • The applicant’s birth certificate showing the anchor as the parent.
  • If the applicant is the grandchild of the anchor:
    • The applicant’s birth certificate; and
    • The applicant’s parent’s birth certificate showing the anchor as the parent.
  • If the applicant is the parent of the anchor (anchor must be 18 years old or older):
    • The anchor’s birth certificate showing the parent as the applicant.
  • If the applicant is the grandparent of the anchor (anchor must be 18 years old or older):
    • The anchor’s birth certificate; and
    • The anchor’s parent’s birth certificate showing the applicant as the parent.
  • If the applicant is the sibling of the anchor (anchor must be 18 years old or older):
    • The applicant’s birth certificate; and
    • The anchor’s birth certificate.
      • At least one parent must be the same on both certificates.

If the documents above are not available, you must send a written explanation stating the nature of the relationship and reason why it is not possible to obtain the documents.

Mandatory

Proof of residence in Canada, outside the province of Quebec

  • Valid provincial or territorial government issued ID with address
Mandatory

Proof of income or proof of funds

Your Anchor must provide one or a combination of the following documents as proof of income or funds.

Income:

  • Notice of Assessment from Canada Revenue Agency for the most recent taxation year available
  • Proof of income statement (also known as option C printout) from Canada Revenue Agency

A Notice of Assessment issued by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is the most conclusive document to show your personal income. The following documents are also considered:

  • A copy of the T4 Statement of Remuneration Paid form from the year preceding the application
  • A copy of your most recent T5 Statement of Investment Income form
  • Pension statements that confirm your annual revenue for the last 12 months
  • Employment Insurance pay stubs that confirm revenue obtained under this program within the last 12 months

The following documents are not considered adequate proof of income:

  • T1 General Returns, Forms and Schedules
  • T2 Corporation Income declaration form
  • letters of employment
  • pay stubs
  • investment portfolios
  • letters from a Canadian financial institution attesting to bank account details

Funds

You must provide evidence of an informal in-trust account, which includes:

  • Copy of the original signed and stamped letter from the financial institution, if available.
    • The letter must be issued no more than six months before the date you submit your application and must indicate the:
      • Name of the Canadian financial institution
      • Names of the account holders
      • Account number
      • Current account balance
      • Name of the bank representative and signature
      • Bank stamp
  • All bank statements since the account was opened.
    • The bank statements must include all activity in the account from the date it was opened, the account number and branch information.
Mandatory

Marriage certificate between anchor and spouse (if applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “marriage” in the search box in the Additional Supporting Documents section and selecting Marriage Certificate(s).

If the anchor intends to include their spouse for their income to be included to meet the financial requirement. If the anchor is in a common-law relationship, a Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union would instead be required (see above).

Optional

Forms – principal applicant and family members

Generic Application Form for Canada (IMM 0008)

This digital form is completed directly in the PR portal.

Mandatory

Completed in portal

Schedule A: Background/Declarations (IMM 5669)

This digital form is completed directly in the PR portal.

You must fill out this form for yourself, and on behalf of your family members over the age of 18 (whether accompanying you to Canada or not)

Mandatory

Completed in portal

Additional Family Information (IMM 5406)

This digital form is completed directly in the PR portal.

You must fill out this form for yourself, and on behalf of your family members over the age of 18 (whether accompanying you to Canada or not)

Mandatory

Completed in portal

Schedule 1 (IMM 0207)

Completed, dated and signed by the principal applicant then uploaded as part of your online application.

You must provide detailed personal information and complete all questions concerning the requirements of the public policy.

Mandatory

Details of Military Service (IMM 5546)

You must fill out this form for yourself, and on behalf of your family members over the age of 18 (whether accompanying you to Canada or not).

If you do not have military service to report, you must still fill out the form and indicate “N/A” for “Not applicable”.

Mandatory

Use of a Representative (IMM 5476) (if applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “5476” in the search box in the Additional Application Forms section and selecting Use of a Representative.

Include this form if you have a paid or unpaid representative.

Completed, dated, signed by you, your spouse (if applicable) and the representative and then uploaded as part of your online application.

Optional

Authority to Release Personal Information to Designated Individual (IMM 5475) (If applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “5475” in the search box in the Additional Application Forms section and selecting Authority to Release Personal Information.

Completed, dated, signed then uploaded as part of your online application.

Use this form if you want to allow us to give your personal information, such as the status of your application, to someone who will not act as your representative.

Optional

Declaration from Non-accompanying Parent/Guardian for Minors Immigrating to Canada (IMM 5604)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “5604” in the search box in the Additional Application Forms section and selecting Declaration from Non-accompanying Parent/Guardian.

Completed, dated, signed by the parents and notarized then uploaded as part of your online application.

You must provide a photo identification of the non-accompanying parent(s) (e.g., biographic page of the passport).

Optional

Documents - principal applicant and family members

Proof of residence in Sudan on April 15, 2023

In the portal, this item should be uploaded next to “* Proof of Residence (required)” under Supporting Documents for Permanent Residence Pathway – Sudan.

Provide evidence that includes but is not limited to:

  • Copy of all passport pages showing entry and exit stamps and visas
  • Bank statement showing transactions in Sudan around April 15th, 2023
  • UNHCR or other refugee registration documents
  • Detailed written explanation about your physical location and activities (e.g. work, study) from January 01st, 2023 until the date of application
  • Proof of employment or study in Sudan (if applicable)
Mandatory

Proof of temporary resident status in Canada (if applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “proof” in the search box in the Additional Supporting Documents section and selecting Proof of physical Presence in Canada.

You must provide this if you are applying while you are in Canada.

Examples of documents:

  • Visitor record
  • Study permit
  • Work permit

Mandatory

(for in-Canada applicants only)

Passports, travel documents, and other identity documents (if available)

Copy of all of the pages of your passport, travel or other identity document for you, your spouse or common-law partner and your dependent children, showing, for example:

  • Passport number
  • Date of issue and expiry
  • The photo, name, date and place of birth
  • Pages showing any amendments in name, date of birth, expiration, etc.
  • Entry and exit stamps, visas for Canada or any other countries
Mandatory

Proof of relationship between you and your family members (if applicable)

In the portal, this item should be uploaded next to “* Proof of Relationship (required)” under Supporting Documents for Permanent Residence Pathway – Sudan.

Children’s information (dependents of the principal applicant or the spouse/common-law partner)

  • Children’s birth certificate which name their parents
  • National ID card (if applicable)

If the other parent is not accompanying you to Canada:

If you have dependent children who are adopted:

  • Adoption papers issued by recognized national authorities showing legally approved adoption
Mandatory

Photos

  • One photo for the PA and each of their family members.
Mandatory

Police certificates

In the portal, this item should be uploaded by typing “police” in the search box in the Additional Supporting Documents section and selecting Police certificates and clearances.

You and each family member 18 years old and over should provide a police certificate from every country where you have resided for six months or more (including Canada) since the age of 18 years old.

If you cannot provide this document, please upload a written explanation.

Optional

Fees

Copy of the payment receipt showing the amount paid. Consult the Fees section above (Step 3).

Mandatory

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