Applying as a Convention Refugee or as a humanitarian-protected person abroad

This application is for persons in need of protection who wish to resettle in Canada as refugees. To qualify, an applicant must meet the definition of a Convention Refugee seeking resettlement or be a member of the Humanitarian Designated Classes. It is recommended that you refer to the accompanying guide before submitting your application forms. The guide contains program descriptions and definitions that will help determine if you qualify for resettlement to Canada as a refugee.

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This application includes the following items:

General information for all applicants

• Instruction Guide [IMM 6000]
  > also in PDF format  PDF, 369 KB

Forms

• Application for permanent residence [IMM 0008 GENERIC]  PDF, 237 KB
• Schedule 1 Background/Declaration [IMM 0008 SCHEDULE 1]  PDF, 286 KB
• Schedule 2 Refugees Outside Canada [IMM 0008 SCHEDULE 2]  PDF, 298 KB
• Use of a Representative [IMM 5476]  PDF, 55 KB