Overview
#IMM 0109 is the form for applying to become a Sponsorship Agreement Holder. Use the latest version from the official program authorities website and follow the specific checklist for your application.
This form collects essential information about your organization, its structure, and its capacity to sponsor refugees. Completing it accurately is important for your application to be processed smoothly.
Context & workflow
#This form requires details about your organization, including its governance and financial capacity, as well as your sponsorship experience.
Why this matters
- Accurate information is crucial for processing your application.
- Completing the form correctly helps avoid delays in your sponsorship agreement.
Who uses it
Applicants required to complete this form for their application package.
When it is used
- When the checklist for your program/package lists this form.
Failure prevention (how to avoid rework and returns)
#Key cross-checks to do before you submit
- Name of Organization
- Mailing Address (no. and street)
- Postal Code
- Organization Telephone Number
- E-mail Address
- Name of President or Equivalent
- Primary Email Address
Common issues that cause rework or refusal
- Missing required fields in the application.
- Failure to sign the declaration section.
Common pitfalls
- Missing details in '1. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:'
- Not providing the 'Name of President or Equivalent'.
- Not signing the declaration section.
- Using an outdated version of the form.
Requirements snapshot
#- Complete the application form accurately.
- Provide organizational details and governance structure.
- Include financial capacity and contingency plans.
- Detail previous sponsorship experience.
- Submit required supporting documents.
Form sections
#Reset Form
Use this section to clear any entered information before starting fresh.
Print Form
Print the completed form for submission.
APPLICATION TO BECOME A SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT HOLDER
This section collects key information about your organization.
SECTION A: ORGANIZATION PROFILE:
Provide details about your organization’s structure and governance.
1. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
Fill in the basic information about your organization.
What it asks for
#- 1. ORGANIZATION INFORMATION:
- Name of Organization
- Mailing Address (no. and street)
- Postal Code
- Organization Telephone Number
- E-mail Address
- Organization Website
- 2. INFORMATION ON PRESIDENT or PERSON IN EQUIVALENT POSITION, WHO WILL BE THE SIGNATORY OF THE SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT:
- Name of President or Equivalent
- Primary Telephone Number
- Primary Email Address
What you need before you start
#- The current form downloaded from the official IRCC form page.
- Name of Organization
- Mailing Address (no. and street)
- Postal Code
- Organization Telephone Number
- E-mail Address
- Name of President or Equivalent
- Primary Email Address
Checklist
#- Download the current IMM 0109 from the official IRCC form page.
- Save the PDF locally and open it in a compatible PDF viewer.
- Follow the form’s signature instructions.
- Complete the form by copying details from your source documents.
- Cross-check repeated details across your package for consistency.
- Review the declarations before signing.
- Follow the program checklist for submission format and supporting documents.
FAQs
Where do I download IMM 0109?
Use the official IRCC form page and confirm you are using the current version.
Is IMM 0109 required for everyone?
Only if your program checklist or the program authorities instructions require it for your case.
Do I need to sign this form?
Yes. Sign and date the declaration section if it appears in the form.
Do I need to sign by hand?
Follow the form instructions. Some IRCC PDF forms require a printed, handwritten signature.
Can I submit an old version?
No. IRCC can return outdated forms. Always use the latest version.
Do I need translations?
Yes, if any supporting documents are not in English or French.
What happens after IMM 0109?
It becomes part of your application package and is reviewed with the rest of your evidence.
What if IRCC asks for additional documents?
IRCC may request additional documents or clarification during processing. Respond by the deadline and keep any new information consistent with the rest of your package.
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