Landing Document Replacement

An IMM1000 document is given to all permanent residents of Canada at the time of their landing regardless of age. For this reason, children's landing documents are frequently lost or unavailable.

You are required to provide a copy of your IMM1000 when you apply for your Canadian Pension and/or Old Age Security to prove how long you have been in Canada. Certain countries also require their citizens to provide a copy of their IMM1000 when renewing their passport from inside Canada.

You no longer need a copy of your IMM1000 in order to apply for Canadian citizenship. However, you are required to bring the document with you at the time you take your oath of citizenship so that it can be stamped to indicate that you are no longer a permanent resident.

Our Service

Our office will help you replace your IMM1000 or COPR. We will:

• Confirm your eligibility to apply for a replacement record of landing – if you have had certain criminal convictions you will not be able to submit the application
• Advise what documents are required for your application
• Complete the application form for you
• Write a cover letter explaining why your application should be approved
• Request urgent processing if applicable
• Act as your representative with the government of Canada

Only a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant, such as our partners, or a Canadian Immigration Lawyer or member of the Chambres de Notaires du Quebec can accept a fee to be your representative with IRCC

Urgent Processing

If you need your landing document immediately, then you may be eligible for urgent processing. The government is strict regarding who can apply for urgent replacement of their IMM1000. Situations which may qualify for urgency include:

• Document requested as part of Canada Pension application
• Document required for SIN number or employment

Contact us to see if you qualify for urgent processing.

Amend your IMM1000 Record of Landing

If your landing document contains incorrect information, you can apply to have this information amended.

Information which can be amended includes:

• Name spelling or order
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Any other information on the document

Contact us if you need to amend your record of landing.

What are the Requirements to Apply to Replace my IMM1000?

You will need:

• 1 valid photo ID
• 1 other piece of identification

Study Permit / Work Permit / Visitor Record (Status Document) Replacement Service

You can apply to replace a valid work permit, study permit, or visitor record if it has been lost, destroyed, or stolen.

You must have your temporary residence document – work permit, study permit, or visitor record – in order to enter Canada AS WELL AS your valid eTA or visa. A photocopy will not be acceptable for you to board the plane to Canada or clear customs at the port of entry upon arrival.

If you are replacing a work permit or study permit, you will have to submit a copy of your letter of employment or letter of acceptance.