Program delivery update: What biometrics are collected and who must provide biometrics
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
October 25, 2023
The Biometrics and Identity Management Operations team has updated instructions related to what biometrics are collected and who must provide biometrics. The instructions are meant to provide general guidance to IRCC officers on what type of biometric information is collected and who is required to provide biometrics.