Documents Required to Move To Canada template

Carry all important documents with you: do NOT pack in your luggage.

Priority

Basic Documents Required to Move to Canada - Learn More: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/before-border.asp

A valid passport, passport card, NEXUS card or other travel document

Temporary Residence Visa http://www.ackahlaw.com/our-expertise/temporary-residence-folder/obtaining-a-temporary-resident-visa-application-at-a-canadian-consulate/

Photocopy of the personal information pages of your valid passport and all other essential documents

Proof of English (and sometimes French) language proficiency

Birth certificate

Financial information and disclosure of funds over $10,000 CAN

2 copies of all the personal items you are bringing with you: Form BSF186 http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/forms-formulaires/bsf186-eng.html

2 copies of all your items that are arriving later

Health documentation including vaccinations

note: Documents may need to be translated into English or French.

Additional Documents Required Depending on Your Unique Case

Marriage Certificate

Adoption, separation or divorce papers

Driver’s licence, including an International Driver’s Permit and a reference from your auto insurance company

School records, diplomas or degrees

Car registration documents

Trade or professional certificates and licences

Work Visa if you plan to work in Canada http://www.ackahlaw.com/our-expertise/temporary-residence-folder/work-permits-that-require-lmia/

StartUp Visa if you plan to open a business in Canada http://www.ackahlaw.com/our-expertise/temporary-residence-folder/self-employed-applications-for-permanent-residence-in-canada-2/

Study Permits if you plan to attend university in Canada http://www.ackahlaw.com/our-expertise/temporary-residence-folder/study-permits/

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