


In exceptional circumstances, processing offices may be flexible in accommodating these requirements where delays occur outside the control of applicants. Medical results must be valid and applicants are encouraged to undergo medical examinations closer to the date their application is submitted to avoid processing delays.

An application found to be incomplete should be rejected as per section 10 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and all fees associated with the application should be refunded to the applicant. The application and all supporting documents must be submitted electronically through the applicant’s online account.Īpplications are assessed for completeness up front. In Express Entry, applicants are required to submit a complete electronic application for permanent residence (e-APR) within 60 calendar days of being issued an invitation to apply (ITA). Requirement to submit a complete electronic application
