You must now apply online
As of September 23, 2022, it is now mandatory to apply online.
If you can’t apply online, and require accommodations, including for a disability, you can ask for the application in another format (paper, braille or large print).
Sign in or create aPermanent residence online application portal account(opens in a new tab).
The instruction guide (Q7000), will help you fill out the forms properly.
You must fill out these digital forms online
You’ll fill out these digital forms online (for yourself, and any family members 18 or older)
- Generic Application Form for Canada(IMM0008)
- Schedule A – Background/Declaration (IMM 5669)
- Additional Family Information (IMM 5406)
- Supplementary Information - Your travels (IMM 5562)
You must also fill out these PDF forms
- you don’t need to sign them
- upload them to your online application
- as the principal applicant, you’ll electronically sign for the entire application, including those of your family members
- Document Checklist [IMM 5690](opens in a new tab)
- Schedule 5: Economic Classes—Declaration of Intent to Reside in Quebec [IMM0008 Schedule5](opens in a new tab)
Complete and sign these PDF forms, if they apply to you
- print and complete it
- sign it by hand
- get the third party to sign it by hand
- upload it with your application:
- Separation Declaration for Minors Travelling to Canada [IMM5604](PDF, 609.23KB), if this applies
- Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union [IMM5409](PDF, 636.51KB), if this applies
Using an immigration representative
If you’re a representative, find out how you can create an account and submit applications on behalf of your clients.
If you want to appoint someone to do business with us on your behalf, you must
- submit a Use of a Representative [IMM5476](opens in a new tab) form
- sign it digitally or by hand and get your immigration representative to do so also
- upload it with your application
An immigration representative (an immigration consultant or lawyer) can
- give you advice and help you with your application for a fee
- help you prepare the forms and documents you need to upload
- answer questions about the forms
- communicate with us on your behalf through their own account
They can’t
- open a portal account on your behalf
- electronically sign the application for you
- sign into the portal using your username and password
After you read the declaration, you must be the one who types your name. This is the legal requirement for your application to be considered “signed,” according to Canada’s immigration law.
If you want to allow us to release information from your application to someone other than yourself who will not act as your representative you must
- submit anAuthority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Individual [IMM 5475] (PDF, 593.57KB)form
- complete the form and sign it (digitally or by hand)
- get your designated individual to sign it as well
- upload it with your application
Photo specifications
You need one photo for each person on your application.
Follow the instructions in the online application to scan and upload both sides of your photo.
Technical issues
If you’re having technical issues applying, contact us using the web form
- under type of application/enquiry, choose technical difficulties from the drop-down menu
- in the text box, specify the program you’re applying under
- upload screenshots from your account that show us
- the page where you’re having problems
- the error message(s) you get
If you need to upload a number of images, find out how to combine them into 1 document.
Get your fingerprints and photo taken
If you’re between 14 and 79 years old, you may need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics).
Find out if you need to give your biometrics
- You must pay the biometric fee when you submit your application. Otherwise you may experience delays.
- Get this done as soon as you get the letter from us that tells you to give biometrics.
- You have 30 days to do this from the date on the letter.
Biometrics fee
- Individualapplicant: CAD $85
- Families applying at the same time: maximum total fee of CAD $170
- Groups of 3 or more performing artists and their staffwho apply for work permits at the same time: maximum total fee of $CAD 255
Pay your fees
In most cases, your fees will include:
- processing fees for you and anyone you include on your application
- the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
- biometrics
- third-party fees
You have to pay your fees online(opens in a new tab).
Biometrics fee
In most cases, you must pay a biometrics fee when you submit your application. Otherwise you may experience delays. The biometrics fee covers the cost of collecting fingerprints and a digital photo.
After you pay the biometrics fee with a complete application, we’ll send you a letter confirming that you need to give your biometrics and where you can go. You must show this letter when you give your biometrics.
You must give your biometrics in person. Make sure to book an appointment if this service is offered. Find a collection point close to you.
Third-party fees
Depending on your situation, you may need to pay third parties for:
- medical exams
- police certificates
- educational credential assessment
Our instruction guide can help you understand which fees apply to you.
Submit your online application
Before you submit your application, make sure you:
- answer all questions
- electronically sign your application (type your full name exactly as shown on your passport)
- include your processing fee receipt
- upload all the supporting documents
If your application is incomplete, we’ll reject it. You’ll have to fix any errors and then re-submit it.
