Guide 5351 - Right of Permanent Residence Fee Loan Application
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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, refer to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and Regulations or the Citizenship Act, Citizenship Regulations and Citizenship Regulations No. 2, as applicable.
Overview
You have the option to apply for a loan from the Canadian government to cover the cost of the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) required of applicants for permanent residence.
The RPRF applies to all applicants for permanent residence except the following:
- a dependent child of the sponsor or principal applicant;
- a child to be adopted by the sponsor;
- an orphaned brother, sister, nephew, niece or grandchild of the sponsor;
- a protected person or a member of the Protected Temporary Resident Class in Canada;
- a member of the Convention Refugee Abroad Class;
- a member of the Humanitarian Protected-Persons Abroad Class;
- a member of the Permit Holder Class, who has made an application for permanent residence, and who is the dependent child of another member of the Permit Holder Class;
- a member of the Permit Holder Class who is the dependent child of a permanent resident or Canadian citizen;
- a principal applicant in Canada, who has made an application on Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds, and who is the dependent child of a permanent resident or Canadian citizen.
| RIGHT OF PERMANENT RESIDENCE FEE CALCULATION |
Number of Persons |
Fee | Amount Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants not exempted | x $575 |
You will need to pay the Right of Permanent Residence Fee before you or your family members can become permanent residents.
The Right of Permanent Residence Fee should not be confused with the separate processing fees for immigration services. The loan option is not available to cover the cost of the processing fees.
Who may apply?
This application is for:
- persons in Canada applying for permanent residence in Canada, who are required to pay the RPRF; and
- persons sponsoring their family members.
Note: This form is not for use by applicants outside Canada. If you are outside Canada, contact the Canadian embassy or consulate processing your application for further details on loan options.
To be eligible, you must show the need for a loan as well as the ability to repay the loan required. The need for a loan is based on an assessment of your financial situation. The ability to repay the loan is determined through an assessment of your income and family income potential against the cost of living in Canada and your current level of debt. If you have been in Canada for three years or more, you must provide evidence that you have been unable to get a loan from a bank or other lending institution.
Applying for a loan
If you feel there may be a need for a RPRF loan and you have the ability to repay the loan, it is best to apply for the loan at the time you submit your application for permanent residence and:
- complete the attached Right of Permanent Residence Fee – Loan Application (IMM 5349);
- attach all supporting documents requested; and, if applicable,
- attach your completed Application for Permanent Residence, the related forms and supporting documents.
Completing your application
Read all instructions carefully. Fill in the forms carefully and completely. Print clearly using black ink. Delays will result if the application is not properly completed or if all of the necessary documents have not been submitted. Attach a separate sheet of paper if you require more space and indicate the letter or number of the question you are answering.
Right of Permanent Residence Fee Loan Application (IMM 5349)
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Use of a Representative (IMM 5476)
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Biometric (fingerprints and photo) requirements
You and your family members may need to appear in person to have fingerprints and a photograph (biometric information) taken at a biometric collection service point.
Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada are exempt from giving biometrics.
As of December 3, 2019, you need to give biometrics when you apply from within Canada. You can go to a designated Service Canada location.
Find out if you need to give biometrics.
If you have to give biometrics, you can give them after you:
- pay for and submit your application and biometric fees; and
- get a Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL) which will direct you to a list of biometric collection service points you may choose from.
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’ll start processing your application after we get 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.
How much it costs
- Individual applicants: CAD$85
- Families applying together at the same time: maximum total fee of CAD$170
Mailing your application
Use a courier to submit your paper application
Due to the labour disruption at Canada Post, you need to use another 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.
Enclose all documents in a large envelope. Do not include a pre-paid return envelope.
Address the envelope as follows:
Case Processing Centre in Edmonton
Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada
c/o PR (LC), Station 800
9700 Jasper Avenue NW, Suite 55
Edmonton, AB T5J 4C3
Print your name and address at the top left-hand side of the envelope.
We are not responsible for documents lost or damaged in the mail.
What happens next?
You will be advised whether or not your Right of Permanent Residence Fee loan application has been approved. When you are asked to pay the Right of Permanent Residence Fee, you will have the option of either paying it or proceeding with the loan application and signing a loan agreement. If a loan is not approved, your application for permanent residence will still be processed; however, you will have to pay the RPRF before you or your family members receive permanent resident status.
If you are already a permanent resident in Canada or a Canadian citizen, and you are applying for permanent residence for your family members for whom you are submitting a sponsorship undertaking, the RPRF loan agreement will need to be signed before the sponsorship undertaking is processed. We will contact you when it is time to sign the loan agreement.
Important information
Updating your contact information
While your application is in process, you must tell us if you change your address, e-mail address, or telephone number. Use the Change your address tool to give us your new contact information.
