Canada: Transition to Online Applications for Permanent Residence Announced
September 13, 2022
Starting September 23, 2022, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will begin transitioning to digital applications for most permanent residence programs. The implementation will be in phases throughout September and October 2022 according to a published schedule. With limited exceptions (such as individuals requiring accommodations due to a disability), applicants must apply online as of the date their permanent residence category transitions to an online application; otherwise, their application will be returned. Since March 31, 2021, applicants for most permanent residence programs have had the option to apply online through the Permanent Residence Portal. This option has provided applicants more flexibility to apply from their devices and receive immediate confirmation of their application submission. The government’s objective is to transition to 100% towards online applications for most permanent immigration programs and is part of IRCC’s efforts to modernize Canada’s immigration system and improve client service.
This alert is for informational purposes only. If you have any questions, please contact the global immigration professional with whom you work at Fragomen or send an email to [email protected].
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