How to apply
Read the instruction guide
The instruction guide will help you complete the application correctly. It includes information about
- eligibility
- how to complete your forms
Alternate formats
If you can’t use this guide because of a disability, you can ask for other formats including large print and braille. Contact the Client Support Centre (in Canada only) or submit a Web form for other formats.
You don’t pay a fee
Eligible foreign nationals who were in state care and their eligible dependents don’t pay a fee for a TRP, a work permit or a study permit.
1. Check your eligibility
Before you start the application, check if you’re eligible.
2. Complete your forms
You can apply for a work or study permit along with your TRP
If you apply for a TRP as an eligible foreign national who was in state care and you also wish to obtain a work permit or a study permit, you may submit both applications together. The same applies to your eligible dependents.
Complete the required forms based on your situation.
If you are applying for a TRP only
You must complete and submit the following documents:
- Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Visitor or Temporary Resident Permit Holder [IMM 5708] (opens in a new tab)
- Use of a Representative Form (opens in a new tab) (if applicable)
Read the guide for instructions on how to complete the application form.
If you are applying for a TRP and an open work permit
You must complete and submit the following documents:
- Application to change conditions, extend my stay or remain in Canada as a worker [IMM 5710] (opens in a new tab)
- Use of a Representative Form (opens in a new tab) (if applicable)
Read the guide for instructions on how to complete the application form.
If you are applying for a TRP and a study permit
You must complete and submit the following documents:
- Application to change conditions, extend my stay or remain in Canada as a student [IMM 5709] (opens in a new tab)
- Use of a Representative Form (opens in a new tab) (if applicable)
Read the guide for instructions on how to complete the application form.
There are no fees for a
- TRP
- work permit
- study permit
3. Mail your application
Send the following documents in a 23 cm x 30.5 cm (9" x 12") envelope:
- the completed forms
- supporting documents
You must also write your name and address in the top left-hand corner of the envelope.
If you are applying as a family, send all the documents in one envelope.
Do not include a prepaid envelope with your application.
Mail the application to the following address:
Mailing address
Humanitarian Migration Office – Vancouver
300-800 Burrard Street
Vancouver BC V6Z 0B6
It is important to follow the mailing instructions above and not the mailing instructions found on guide 5554.
Track your application
If you’re submitting a paper application, we recommend you use a postal or courier service with tracking so you have proof your application was delivered.
If we accept your application
If we accept your application, we’ll issue you a TRP.
If we refuse your application
We’ll send you a letter and tell you why we refused your application.
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