Canada’s immigration response to the crisis in Sudan
Canada remains deeply concerned about the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis in Sudan since fighting broke out between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces on April 15, 2023.
Canada’s response to the crisis in Sudan includes measures for those seeking safety in Canada.
Special immigration, passport and citizenship measures
Sudanese nationals in Canada who may want to extend their stay because the conflict in Sudan is preventing them from returning home.
Canadian citizens, permanent residents of Canada and their foreign national family members have also had to suddenly flee the country.
As a result, we’ve put in place temporary measures for those affected by the conflict.
How we’ve helped
Since the conflict began on April 15, 2023, we’ve been processing applications for those affected by the conflict in Sudan through the family-based permanent residence pathway, and other temporary and permanent measures.
21,525
persons approved for permanent residence
as of July 5, 2026
6,550
applications approved for temporary residence
as of July 5, 2026
Note: Data are approximate and subject to change.
Resettling those affected by the crisis in Sudan
As part of our ongoing efforts, Canada has already resettled thousands of Sudanese nationals and other refugees impacted by the conflict in Sudan.
We have committed to resettle thousands of Sudanese nationals as government-assisted refugees and privately sponsored refugees.