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Family-based Immigration Application with Form IMM 0008

Apply for Permanent Residency through family sponsorship in Canada with Form IMM 0008.

Citizens of Canada

Application Overview

About Form IMM 0008

Form IMM 0008, Generic Application Form for Canada, is used to apply for immigration and permanent residency in Canada.

In order to be able to file for immigration using Form IMM 0008, you will need to have a sponsor first. Family-based sponsors file Form IMM 1344 to request the immigration of their family members.

Who Should Apply?

Spouses, children or certain other relatives of Canadian permanent residents or citizens who have approved sponsorship forms.

Requirements

The most important requirement to file this form is an approved sponsorship application. Form IMM 0008 also requires various supporting documentation to be filed with it, which are different from the forms listed below.

What Are the Steps in the Canada Permanent Residency Process Using Form IMM 5444E

  1. Complete your application quickly and correctly with our step-by-step guidance that leads you through each question.
  2. Pay the government filing fee online.
  3. Gather your supporting documents and submit them with your application to IRCC (formerly known as CIC).
  4. Upon approval of your application, report to the local IRCC (formerly known as CIC) office to collect your card.
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