Individuals in Canada can apply for a Verification of Status (VOS) document or request a replacement for a temporary resident document using the IMM 5009 application package. The process involves completing the forms, paying a $30 fee for the VOS, and mailing the application. Special measures may apply for those affected by floods in British Columbia.

• Use this application to get a Verification of Status document (for a $30 fee) or replace a temporary resident document.
• The application package includes: Verification of Status or Replacement of an Immigration Document [IMM 5009], Use of a Representative [IMM 5476], and Instruction Guide [IMM 5545].
• Do not use this application to request changes to Immigrant Visa and Record of Landing (IMM 1000) or Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292 or IMM 5688); use IMM 5218 for those requests.
• Special measures may be available for applicants directly affected by floods in British Columbia.
• Applicants must read the instruction guide, complete, sign, and date the forms, pay the applicable fees, and mail the application.

• Special measures introduced for applicants affected by floods in British Columbia.

• Temporary residents in Canada needing to verify their status or replace immigration documents.
• Permanent residents travelling outside Canada who need to prove their status.

• Download and complete the application forms (IMM 5009, IMM 5476 if applicable).
• Read the instruction guide (IMM 5545) carefully.
• Pay the required fees ($30 for Verification of Status).
• Mail the completed application package to the specified address.

• Information current as of July 16, 2024.

• https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/application-forms-guides/application-verification-status-replacement-immigration-document.html

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