🇨🇦 Official Document Guide
Canada Immigration Document Checklists
Complete, interactive checklists for Express Entry, PNP, and Family Class applications with official government links
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Express Entry Document Checklist
⚠️ Important Note
All documents must be in English or French, or accompanied by certified translations. Ensure all documents are current and valid.
Identity & Civil Status Documents
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Passport or Travel DocumentValid passport with biographical page copy. Must be valid for at least 6 months.
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Birth CertificateOfficial birth certificate with parents’ names listed.
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Marriage Certificate (if applicable)Official marriage certificate if you’re married or common-law partnership declaration.
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Divorce/Death Certificate (if applicable)If previously married, provide divorce decree or death certificate of former spouse.
Education Documents
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Educational Credential Assessment (ECA)ECA report from designated organization (WES, ICES, IQAS, etc.) for foreign education.
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Official TranscriptsOfficial academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Diplomas/DegreesCopies of all diplomas, degrees, and certificates earned.
Language Proficiency
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French Language Test Results (if applicable)TEF Canada or TCF Canada results for additional points.
Work Experience
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Reference Letters from EmployersLetters on company letterhead stating job title, duties, salary, and employment dates for last 10 years.
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Pay StubsRecent pay stubs or salary certificates as supporting evidence.
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Tax DocumentsTax returns or T4 slips (for Canadian experience) or equivalent tax documents.
Proof of Funds
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Bank StatementsOfficial bank statements for last 6 months showing required settlement funds.
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Investment/Property DocumentsDocumentation of investments, property, or other assets that can be converted to funds.
Medical & Security
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Police Clearance CertificatesPolice certificates from all countries where you lived for 6+ months since age 18.
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Medical ExaminationMedical exam from panel physician (completed after receiving ITA).
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Document Checklist
📋 Note
PNP requirements vary by province. This is a general checklist – check your specific province’s requirements for additional documents.
Provincial Application Documents
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Provincial Nomination CertificateOfficial nomination certificate from the province (after PNP approval).
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Settlement PlanDetailed settlement plan for the nominating province.
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Connection to ProvinceDocuments proving connection to province (job offer, family, previous study/work).
Job Offer Documentation (if applicable)
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Job Offer LetterFormal job offer from Canadian employer in the nominating province.
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LMIA (if required)Labour Market Impact Assessment for certain job offers.
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Employer InformationBusiness registration, financial statements, and other employer verification documents.
Settlement Support
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Accommodation PlansProof of accommodation arrangements or housing search plans.
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Research DocumentationEvidence of research about living and working in the province.
Family Class Sponsorship Document Checklist
Relationship Documentation
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Marriage CertificateOfficial marriage certificate for spouse sponsorship.
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Relationship EvidencePhotos, correspondence, joint accounts, travel records proving genuine relationship.
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Statutory DeclarationSworn statements from family and friends about relationship.
Sponsor Financial Requirements
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Income DocumentationNotice of Assessment, T4 slips, employment letter for last 3 years.
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Undertaking FormSigned undertaking to provide financial support.
Study Permit Document Checklist
Academic Documents
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Letter of AcceptanceOfficial letter of acceptance from designated learning institution (DLI).
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Academic TranscriptsOfficial transcripts from previous educational institutions.
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Language Test ResultsIELTS, TOEFL, or other accepted language test results.
Financial Support
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Proof of Financial SupportBank statements, scholarship letters, or sponsor’s financial documents.
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Tuition Payment ProofReceipt of tuition payment or guaranteed investment certificate (GIC).
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