Application for Permanent Residence in Canada — Protected Persons and Convention Refugees

Read the Instruction Guide to complete your application forms.

• Use the Generic Application Form for Canada [IMM 0008]. You can fill it out and save it using a computer. You will need Adobe Reader 10 or higher. You must also turn JavaScript on.
• Filling out the form on a computer is easier than filling it out by hand. It reduces the risk of mistakes that can slow down the application process.
• Having trouble downloading the form? Right-click the link and select “Save Target As…”

Fill out, validate, print, sign and date your application forms.

To make sure you submit all the pages of each form, follow these steps.

IMM 0008 form

1. Click the "Validate" button at the top or bottom of the form.

   Note: Validating the form before printing makes sure that you have answered all the questions. This will help you to avoid delays in processing your application.

2. A last page with barcodes and a signature line will automatically be created.
3. Print, sign and date the form.
4. For best results:
   • print on white, bond-quality, non-glossy paper and
   • use a laser printer.
5. Place the barcode page on top of your package. If you have more than one package, place a separate barcode page on each one.

Other forms:

Use the Document Checklist to make sure that you include all the other forms and documents you need.

Pay the fees

You must include the fee with your application. Find out how to pay your fees.

Mail your completed application.

Find out more about the barcode form.