How to Apply

Printing the Guide and Forms

Make sure you get all the forms you need. Use the guide to help you fill out your application. If you cannot print the forms from your computer, you may obtain them by contacting a Canadian embassy, high commission or consulate near you.

Calculating the Fees
You will have to pay:

• the processing fee for you and your dependants; and
• the right of permanent residence fee for the principal applicant and accompanying spouse or common-law partner.

Double-Check Your Application

There is a checklist in your visa office forms (Appendix A). Use this checklist to make sure your application is completed correctly.

The visa office cannot process forms that are not completed correctly. Sending incomplete forms will delay your application.

Send in Your Application

Mail your application and your proof of payment to the visa office along with your supporting documents. The address is in the visa office documents. However, if you are using the simplified application process do not submit any supporting documents.  Check if you qualify for the simplified application process.