Immigration & Travel Guide for Canada
A practical collection of current Immigration & Travel procedures for Canada.
Immigration & Travel Guide for Canada
A practical collection of current Immigration & Travel procedures for Canada.
Procedures in this guide
How to Apply for a Temporary Resident Permit if You Are Inadmissible to Canada
Request a Canadian Temporary Resident Permit when you are inadmissible or do not meet IRPA requirements but have a compelling temporary reason to enter or remain in Canada.
How to Resume Canadian Citizenship After You Previously Gave It Up
Former Canadian citizens who meet IRCC's resumption requirements can apply on paper with Form CIT 0301 after becoming permanent residents and meeting the physical-presence and tax rules.
How to Change Employers on an Employer-Specific Work Permit in Canada
If your Canadian work permit names a specific employer and you want to move to a new job or employer, you normally need to apply for a new employer-specific work permit. If you apply from inside Canada and meet IRCC's conditions, you can also request temporary authorization to start the new job before the new permit is approved.
How to Apply for a NEXUS Card for Faster Canada-U.S. Border Crossing
Eligible low-risk travellers can apply online for NEXUS to receive expedited processing when crossing between Canada and the United States. The application costs USD 120 for most adults, requires approval by both Canadian and U.S. border authorities, and must be followed by an enrolment interview.
How to Register Your Trip With the Government of Canada Before Travelling or Living Abroad
Register your international trip with the Government of Canada's free Registration of Canadians Abroad service so you can receive destination-specific emergency information, safety updates and important notifications while travelling or living outside Canada.
How to Apply for a Refugee Travel Document or Certificate of Identity in Canada
Learn how to apply from inside Canada for a refugee travel document or certificate of identity, including who qualifies, the PPTC 190 application, proof of status, guarantor and reference rules, 2026 adult fees, mailing addresses and the 20-business-day service standard.
How to Update Your Address, Email or Phone Number on an Active IRCC Application
Update the mailing address, residential address, email or phone number linked to an active IRCC immigration, citizenship, PR card or temporary residence application. Learn when to use the IRCC contact-information tool, web form or portal and how long updates may take to appear.
How to Apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit While Your Canadian Permanent Residence Application Is Processing
Learn when you can apply for a Bridging Open Work Permit after submitting permanent residence in Canada, including eligible PR programs, acknowledgement of receipt requirements, maintained status, PNP restrictions, fees and online application steps.
How to Apply for a Permanent Resident Travel Document From Outside Canada
Learn how to apply for a Canadian PRTD when you are outside Canada without a valid PR card, including the $50 fee, 730-day residency obligation, documents, online application, urgent processing and what happens after approval.
How to Create an Express Entry Profile and Get a CRS Score for Canadian Permanent Residence
Learn how to create an Express Entry profile, check eligibility for Canada's federal skilled immigration programs, prepare language and education documents, submit your profile and receive a Comprehensive Ranking System score.
How to Apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit After Studying in Canada
Learn how to apply for a Canadian post-graduation work permit within 180 days of graduating, including PGWP eligibility, language and field-of-study rules, required documents, 2026 fees and work authorization while you wait.
How to Apply for a Canada Working Holiday Work Permit Through IEC
Learn how to apply for a 2026 Canada Working Holiday work permit through International Experience Canada, including eligibility, Invitation to Apply deadlines, documents, fees, biometrics and arrival requirements.
How to Create an International Experience Canada Profile for the 2026 IEC Season
Learn how to check your IEC eligibility, create a 2026 International Experience Canada profile, choose Working Holiday, Young Professionals or International Co-op pools, and wait for an Invitation to Apply.
How to Apply for a Super Visa for Parents or Grandparents Visiting Canada
Learn how to apply for Canada's super visa for parents and grandparents, including 2026 income rules, $100 fee, medical insurance, medical exam requirements, documents and online application steps.
How to Restore Your Status in Canada After Your Work Permit Expires
Learn how to restore temporary resident status and apply for a new Canadian work permit within 90 days after losing worker status, including 2026 fees, Form IMM 5710, documents and when you can work again.
How to renew a Canadian passport while living or travelling outside Canada
Learn how to renew an adult Canadian passport from outside Canada in 2026, including eligibility, forms, passport photos, references, fees, processing time and where to submit the application from the United States or another country.
How to apply for a Canadian visitor visa to visit family in Canada
Learn how to apply for a Canadian visitor visa to visit family in 2026, including eligibility, invitation letter, proof of funds, documents, CAD $100 fee, biometrics, online application steps, processing and what happens after approval.
How to extend your stay in Canada as a visitor with a visitor record
Learn how to extend your stay in Canada as a visitor in 2026, including when to apply for a visitor record, the $100 fee, required documents, proof of funds, maintained status, online application steps and what happens after IRCC makes a decision.
How to replace a lost or stolen Canadian permanent resident card inside or outside Canada
Learn how to replace a lost or stolen Canadian permanent resident card in 2026, including the $50 fee, required documents, online PR Portal application, residency obligation, urgent processing and what to do if your PR card is lost while you are outside Canada.
How to apply for Canadian citizenship after becoming a permanent resident
Learn how permanent residents can apply for Canadian citizenship in 2026, including the 1,095-day physical presence rule, tax filing, language proof, citizenship test, documents, $653 adult fee, online application and citizenship ceremony.
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