After you apply
Status: paused
We stopped accepting applications for this program on April 30, 2024.
Learn more about this pause.
How we assess your application
After you apply, we’ll verify that you have:
- filled out your application forms correctly and signed them
- paid your processing fee and biometrics fee and
- included all required documents
If you forget something, your application won’t be processed and will be sent back to you.
We’ll contact you when we receive your complete application.
Get your fingerprints and photo taken
Your fingerprints and photo (biometrics)
Book your biometrics collection appointment as soon as you can to avoid processing delays. Find out how to give biometrics.
If you’re between 14 and 79 years old, you need to give your fingerprints and photo (biometrics) for every application for permanent residence you submit to us. Even if you gave your biometrics in the past and they’re still valid.
- You must pay the biometrics fee when you submit your application. Otherwise you may experience delays.
- Get this done as soon as you get the letter from us that tells you to give biometrics.
- You have 30 days to do this from the date on the letter.
Find out who needs to give, how to give, and where to give your biometrics.
Processing time
Check application processing times
You may need to give biometrics with your application. This processing time includes the time you need to give your biometrics.