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IMM 5476 fillable + example
Use of a Representative, filled example included.
Get the templateIMM 0008 fillable + example
Generic Application for Canada, section by section.
Get the templateProof-of-funds cover sheet
Cover sheet + document index for Express Entry.
Get the templateExpress Entry document checklist
Every required document, with a file-size target per row.
Get the templateSpousal sponsorship proof package
Relationship timeline, photo log, evidence index.
Get the templateStudy permit document checklist
GIC, tuition, LOA, and financial proof slots.
Get the templateLetter of Explanation template
Structure guide plus a worked example paragraph.
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Employer document list, cross-referenced to OINP guidance.
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Photo spec reminder and residency-calc prep notes.
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IRCC file size limit
The 4 MB rule, explained end to end.
Read the guideIRCC accepted file formats
PDF, TIFF, JPG, PNG, DOC, DOCX, and what's not allowed.
Read the guideCompress a PDF for IRCC
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Read the guideCombine documents into one PDF
One file per checklist slot, correctly ordered.
Read the guideWhy IMM forms won't merge
The XFA/fillable-field issue, and the fix.
Read the guideCanada visa photo requirements
The full 35×45 mm spec, explained.
Read the guidePR / citizenship photo specs
How other programs' photo rules differ.
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How an IRCC-specific tool compares to a general PDF tool.
Read the comparisonIMM form hub
IMM 5476
Use of a Representative
Open the form guideIMM 0008
Generic Application for Canada
Open the form guideIMM 5406
Additional Family Information
Open the form guideIMM 5669
Schedule A, Background/Declaration
Open the form guideIMM 1294
Study Permit Application
Open the form guideIMM 5645
Family Information
Open the form guideProgram checklists
Express Entry
Passport, language test, ECA, proof of funds.
See the checklistStudy Permit
Letter of acceptance, financial proof, photo.
See the checklistSpousal Sponsorship
Relationship evidence binder, forms, photos.
See the checklistVisitor Visa / TRV
Invitation, travel history, ties to home country.
See the checklistWork Permit / PGWP
Job offer, LMIA proof, qualifications.
See the checklistCitizenship
PR status, residency records, photo to spec.
See the checklistOINP
Employer support & Ontario-specific forms.
See the checklistCountry guides
India
PCC, ECA, and name-mismatch affidavits.
Read the guidePhilippines
PSA certificates, NBI clearance, CENOMAR.
Read the guideChina
Notarized translations, hukou records.
Read the guideCameroon
Francophone Express Entry draws, TEF/TCF.
Read the guideNigeria
WAEC/NECO certificates, proof of funds.
Read the guideFrance
IEC / working-holiday document timelines.
Read the guideEritrea
Family sponsorship, document-access affidavits.
Read the guidePakistan
NADRA documents, PCC, FRC for sponsorship.
Read the guideUkraine
Permit extensions and family sponsorship documents.
Read the guideUnited States
FBI background check, cross-border moves.
Read the guideCommon questions
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