Quebec economic classes: Validity of CSQs at time of application
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
The Quebec Selection Certificate (CSQ) must be valid when the applicant submits an application for permanent residence (PR) to IRCC (PR Portal). If the applicant’s CSQ expires before the receipt of the application in the PR Portal, the application is incomplete and must be returned to the applicant. The applicant must submit a new application for a CSQ to the Ministry of Immigration, Francisation and Integration. If the applicant’s CSQ is valid at the receipt of the application in the PR Portal, the CSQ will be considered valid until a decision is rendered on the PR application by IRCC.