Apply online

You can apply online for some types of application. To find out if you can use this online service, select the application type you wish to apply for.

Temporary residence

The following application types are available to apply online:

  • Work permit – new or extend
  • Study permit – new or extend
  • Visitor visa
  • Extend your stay as a visitor

If the application type you wish to apply for is not available in this list, you can submit a paper application.

To apply online, follow these steps:

Step 1 – Assess your eligibility

Step 2 – Register or log in

To apply online, you will need to:

  • Register or log in using GCKey or Sign In Partner (SecureKey Concierge); and
  • Register or log into MyCIC

You need a MyCIC account only if you are submitting an online application. If you have submitted your application on paper and you wish to check your status, you do not need a MyCIC account.

Register / Login
Permanent residence

At this time, online applications are not available for permanent residence applications.

Steps to apply:

Step 1 – Assess your eligibility

Determine if you may be eligible to apply.

Step 2 – Fill out and send a paper application

To apply, you will need to submit a paper application.

Citizenship

Online applications are not available for citizenship applications.

To apply, you will need to submit a paper application.

Immigration documents

Online applications are not available for immigration document applications.

To apply, you will need to submit a paper application.