How to Apply for Permanent Resident Status
STEP 1. PREPARE THE FORMS
There is only one copy of each form in this guide. Before you start to complete the forms, make a photocopy for each person who needs to submit an individual form. Consult the table and information provided below as a guide.
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Form
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Must be completed by
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Sponsorship Agreement (IMM 1344B)
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Both you and your sponsor (unless you live in Quebec)
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In-Canada Application for Permanent Resident Status (IMM 5002)
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You and each of your dependent children aged 18 or older who are in Canada
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Schedule 1 - Background/Declaration
(IMM 5002- Schedule 1)
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You and each of your dependent children aged 18 or older who are in Canada*
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Spouse/Common-law Partner Questionnaire
(IMM 5285)
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You
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*Dependent children who are over 18 and who live outside of Canada need not complete this form. They will be sent instructions by the visa office.
STEP 2. COMPLETE THE FORMS
Follow the instructions in the Completing the Immigration Forms section.
STEP 3. GATHER YOUR SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
Obtain police certificates/clearances and collect all other documents you need to support your application. The Document Checklist (IMM 5443) will tell you which documents you must submit with your application and which require translation and/or certification
(notarization).
STEP 4. MAKE SURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE
Use the Document Checklist to verify that you have all the required documents. It is important to note that we may request more information at any time during the process.
STEP 5. SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Gather your completed and signed forms and supporting documentation together with your sponsor’s. Follow the mailing instructions in the How to Apply to Sponsor section.
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Warning: You must provide truthful and accurate information. If you give false or misleading information, you may be found inadmissible and will not be allowed to apply for permanent resident status in Canada for two years. It is a serious offence to make a false application.
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