Outside Canada, each country has different authorities to certify documents. A notary public may be able to certify your documents, but you should check with your local authorities to be sure.
You and your family members cannot certify copies of your documents. In this case, family member means your:
A certified translator is a member in good standing of a professional translation association in Canada or abroad. Their certification must be confirmed by a seal or stamp that shows the translator’s membership number.
A translator in the process of receiving their certification or accreditation is not considered a certified translator for IRCC’s purposes.
An affidavit for a translation is a document that states the translation is an accurate version of the original text.
The translator swears in front of a commissioner, who is authorized to administer oaths in the country where they live, that their translation of the original document is accurate. The commissioner or notary public must be proficient in English or French in order to administer the oath.
In Canada, an affidavit can be taken by a
Outside Canada, an affidavit can be taken by a notary public or equivalent.
Affidavits must not be taken by
Follow the step-by-step instructions below to complete the application forms.
We updated the Schedule 3 form (IMM 0130). The form can now be saved.
Important information: It is a serious offence to give false or misleading information on these forms. The information you provide on your application may be subject to verification.
Copy of the pages of your passport or travel documents for you, your spouse or common-law partner and your dependent children, showing:
You must hold a valid regular passport. Diplomatic, official, service or public affairs passports are not valid for immigration to Canada.
If your dependents live in a country other than their country of nationality, include a photocopy of their visa for the country in which they are currently living.
You must provide the following documents for you and your spouse or common-law partner:
Submit the following information
An immigration medical exam (IME) from a panel physician is required as part of your permanent residence application. Your family members must also have one, even if they aren’t coming with you.
Panel physician: A medical doctor appointed by IRCC to perform immigration medical examinations.
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