1. Application for Work Permit made Outside of Canada (IMM 1295)

   Note: If this application form is completed on a computer, it must be validated to generate a barcode page. If you apply on paper, print and place the barcode page (page 5 of 5) on the top of your application (or if applying as a group, each individual application package).

2. Family Information (IMM 5707)

   Note: Must be completed by those aged 18 years or older or a minor traveling alone to Canada.

3. Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union (IMM 5409), if applicable

   Note: Refer to the responsible visa office for your region.

4. Use of a Representative (IMM 5476), if applicable

   Note: Complete this form only if you are using the services of an authorized representative, or if you are appointing or canceling a representative.

5. Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Individual (IMM 5475), if applicable

   Note: Complete this form only if you authorize Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to release information from your case file to someone other than yourself.

1. Fee payment in an acceptable format.

   Include the application processing fee and any other applicable fees such as the biometric fee or the Open Work Permit Holder fee. Verify acceptable methods of payment with the visa office or Visa Application Centre (VAC) responsible for your region.

   Note: There are some applicants who are exempt from paying the work permit processing fee. If you are fee-exempt, you must submit documents proving so. Visa offices do not accept payment receipts from Canadian banks.

2. A photocopy of the information page of your valid passport or travel document.

   Include the passport number, the issuance and expiry dates, your photo, name, date, and place of birth.

   Note: If you require a temporary resident visa and your work permit application is approved, you will need to provide your original passport for the visa counterfoil to be issued. Please refer to the responsible visa office for your region.

3. Two photos meeting the requirements of the Visa application photograph specifications.

   On the back of two photos, write your name and date of birth.

   Note: If you are required to provide biometric fingerprints and photo, you are not required to include paper photos with your application.

4. Proof of current immigration status.

   If your country or territory of residence differs from the citizenship listed on your passport, you must provide proof of legal status in your country or territory of residence.

5. Photocopy of your Marriage License or Certificate, if applicable

   Note: Refer to the responsible visa office for your region.

6. Proof indicating you meet the requirements of the job being offered.
7. If your employer obtained a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) from Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC), provide a copy of the LMIA AND a copy of your employment contract from your prospective employer.
8. If your employer is exempt from obtaining an LMIA from ESDC, your employer must provide you with the offer of employment number for inclusion in your work permit application form.
9. If working in the province of Québec with an LMIA, provide evidence of a valid Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ) issued by the Québec Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI).
10. If you are a Provincial Nominee and have an offer of employment to a Foreign National exempt from an LMIA, provide a copy of the confirmation of nomination issued by the province or territory that nominated you and a R204c) letter issued by the province or territory.

    If your nomination certificate has expired, you must include a copy of the acknowledgment letter confirming that IRCC received your application for permanent residence before the nomination expired.

11. If applying for a post-graduation work permit, submit proof that you have completed all the requirements of your program of study:

    a final transcript; or

    a letter from the institution or the formal notice of graduation.

12. Any additional documents required by the responsible visa office.

    Note: Refer to the responsible visa office for your region.

1. Application to Change Conditions, Extend my stay or Remain in Canada as a Student (IMM 5709)

   Note: If this application form is completed on a computer, it must be validated to generate a barcode page. If you apply on paper, print and place the barcode page (page 5 of 5) on the top of your application (or if applying as a group, each individual application package).

2. Use of a Representative (IMM 5476), if applicable

   Note: Complete this form only if you are using the services of an authorized representative, or if you are appointing or canceling a representative.

3. Authority to Release Personal Information to a Designated Individual (IMM 5475), if applicable

   Note: Complete this form only if you authorize Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to release information from your case file to someone other than yourself.

4. Statutory Declaration of Common-law Union (IMM 5409), if applicable
5. Custodianship Declaration - Custodian for Minors Studying in Canada (IMM 5646), if applicable

   Note: Page 1 and 2 of the form must be completed if the minor is less than 17 years of age and intending to study in Canada without a parent or legal guardian. The appointed custodian must reside in Canada.

1. Proof of Payment
2. PHOTOCOPIES of passport pages clearly showing each of the following:

   the passport number;

   the dates of issue and expiry;

   your name and date of birth;

   the stamp made by the Canadian authorities on your most recent entry into Canada; and

   any other marked page.

3. PHOTOCOPIES of your travel or identity document (citizenship certificates, birth certificate, alien registration cards, etc.) if you did not use a passport to enter Canada
4. PHOTOCOPY of your current immigration document (if you have one)
5. PHOTOCOPY of your Marriage License or Certificate (if applicable)
6. Proof of acceptance or enrollment (including, but not limited to Designated Learning Institutions)
7. Proof of academic standing at institutions: letter from institutional registrar and/or photocopies of transcripts from your last two periods of study
8. If studying in Québec, MIFI's (Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration) letter of approval concerning your application for a Québec Acceptance Certificate (CAQ), or a valid Certificat de sélection du Québec (CSQ) application if your Application for Permanent Residence is being processed from within Canada
9. Proof of funds available or means of support
10. If you are a refused Refugee Claimant applying to the Federal Court:

    Proof that you cannot support yourself without recourse to social assistance (welfare)

    Note: If you are currently receiving social assistance, attach a letter from the provincial social services department indicating you are receiving money or attach a check stub if it indicates clearly that it was issued by the provincial social services department.

11. Proof that you filed for a review of your case by the courts

Documents for Your Application:

1. Generic Application Form to Canada (IMM 0008)

   The principal applicant will complete this form as part of the online application. The PDF form is not required.

2. Additional Dependents/Declaration (IMM 0008DEP) (if applicable)
3. Schedule A: Background/Declaration (IMM 5669)

   Provide your detailed personal history from the last 10 years or since the age of 18. Do not leave any sections blank, or gaps in time. You must write "n/a" in any sections that are not applicable to your situation.

   Note: If this section is not accurately completed, it will cause delays in the processing of your application.

4. Supplementary Information - Your Travels (IMM 5562)

   The principal applicant will complete this form as part of the online application. The PDF form is not required.

5. Schedule 13 - Business Immigration Programs - Start Up Business Class (IMM 0008 - Schedule 13)

   The principal applicant will complete this form as part of the online application. The PDF form is not required.

6. Additional Family Information (IMM 5406)

   You will complete this form as part of the online application for everyone in the following list:

   the principal applicant;

   spouse or common-law partner (whether they are accompanying or not);

   each dependent child over the age of 18 years (whether they are accompanying or not).

   The PDF form is not required.

7. Use of a Representative (IMM 5476)
8. Travel documents and passports:

   Copy of the pages of your passports or travel documents for you, your spouse or common-law partner, and your dependent children, showing:

   You must hold a valid regular passport. Diplomatic, official, service, or public affairs passports are not valid for immigration to Canada.

   If you live in a country or territory other than your country or territory of nationality, include a photocopy of your visa for the country or territory in which you currently live.

9. Proof of Language Proficiency:

   Your language proficiency test results (no older than two years at the time of application) from one of the following designated testing agencies:

   IELTS (General Training test only) for English; or

   CELPIP (General test only) for English; and/or

   TEF for French.

   Note: If you have proficiency in both English and French and you wish to claim points for both languages, you must submit test results for each language.

10. Letter of Support
11. Identity and Civil Documents

    You must provide the following documents for you and your spouse or common-law partner:

    Birth certificates;

    Legal documents showing name or date of birth changes (if applicable);

    Marriage certificate(s), final divorce or annulment certificate(s). If married more than once, include certificates from each marriage and divorce or annulment you, your spouse or common-law partner have had;

    Death certificate for former spouse(s) or common-law partner(s) (if applicable);

    National ID, family/household registry/book (if applicable);

    If you have a common-law partner, complete and include the Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (IMM 5409 - original) and provide evidence that you have cohabited with your partner for a period of at least 12 continuous months.

    Provide the following documents listing both your names, for example:

    Copies of joint bank account statements, or copies of leases, utility bills, etc.

12. Children's Information (if applicable)

    Include the following documents:

    Children's birth certificates (which name their parents);

    Adoption papers issued by recognized national authorities showing the legal, approved adoption of adopted dependent children;

    Proof of full custody for children under the age of 18 and proof that the children may be removed from the jurisdiction of the court;

    If the other parent of your children is not accompanying you to Canada, you must submit a signed Statutory Declaration from Non-Accompanying Parent/Guardian for Minors Immigrating to Canada (IMM 5604 - original). You must submit one form for each child and a copy of the non-accompanying parent's photo ID showing their signature;

    You must submit proof if the child is 19 years of age or older and depends substantially on the financial support of the parent since before the age of 19 and is unable to be financially self-supporting due to a physical or mental condition.

13. Police Certificates and Clearances
14. Photo Requirements:

    Include a photo of you and each family member in Canada. On the back of each photograph, write the name and date of birth of the person in the photo as well as the date the photo was taken.

    Follow the instructions provided in the online application and in the guide in Appendix A: Photo Specifications. Do not submit photos of family members outside of Canada.

15. Fee Payment In an acceptable format