Get a decision on your application

If your application has been properly completed and includes all the required documents and if you meet the requirements, we will send you a letter informing you of the decision on your case and instructions on what you must do next.

If we reject your permanent residence application, we will send you a letter explaining the decision and the reason(s) for the refusal.

You may still have protected person status and be eligible to stay in Canada as a protected person.

If you disagree with our decision, you can apply to the Federal Court of Canada for a review.

In some exceptional circumstances, if you’re ineligible to become a permanent resident, you may be able to apply on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.