Quick summary
#Submit it with your main application.
When the official instructions indicate this form is required
Include it with your application package and follow official instructions for submission.
Names, dates of birth, and passport details on other forms Program checklist requirements Supporting documents and translations
Overview (What is Form IMM 5379?)
#Adhering to the checklist and ensuring that all documents are complete and accurate can greatly improve an applicant's chances of obtaining a study permit from IRCC.
First page of IMM 5379 form
Source: IMM 5379 online portal
Context and workflow
#Processing time for IMM 5379 varies by case type and current workload — always check the official IRCC processing time tool.
Why this matters
- Study-related packages are often assessed for coherence across acceptance/enrollment, finances, and intent.
- This form acts as a cross-check point: details here must match other forms and supporting documents.
Where it fits in the workflow
- Supplemental document to ensure all necessary paperwork is included with the study permit application.
- Part of the initial submission process for study permits to IRCC.
- Helps in preparing for the Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) stage by ensuring completeness.
Who uses it
Submit it with your main application.
When it is used
- When the official instructions indicate this form is required
- As part of a complete application package with supporting documents
- Study-permit — In-Canada study permit checklist
- When supplementing IMM-5709 — IMM 5379 provides additional required information
Requirements snapshot
#- To streamline the application process by ensuring complete submissions.
Failure prevention (What causes Form IMM 5379 rejections?)
#Technical rejections
- Ensure form edition is current
Substantive weaknesses
- Insufficient proof of funds to support studies and living expenses.
What it asks for (What does Form IMM 5379 ask for?)
#- Show proof of identity with a valid passport or travel document.
- Show proof of funds to support yourself and any family members.
- Write a letter of explanation about your study intentions in Canada.
- Applicant identification information
- Supporting documentation inventory
- Eligibility or purpose details
- Declarations and signatures
- Documentation related to: 3 Show proof of identity Always required To show proof of identity, you (and each family member who comes with you) must
- Documentation related to: If you’re approved, you must send us your original passport
- Documentation related to: 2 recent passport size photos The name and date of birth of the person must be written on the back of each photo
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What you need (What do you need for Form IMM 5379?)
#- The current edition of IMM 5379
- Details matching the main application
- Supporting documents as listed in the checklist
- Required signatures
- Two recent passport-sized photos with the name and date of birth written on the back of each photo.
- 3 Show proof of identity Always required To show proof of identity, you (and each family member who comes with you) must have a copy of a valid passport or travel document Upload a copy of the information page of your passport when you apply online
- If you’re approved, you may need to send us your original passport
- Complete all required sections, sign, and submit with required evidence.
- Submitting an application with an expired passport, even after adding 5 years to the printed expiry date for Venezuelan nationals.
- Copy of your filed or approved IMM-5709 (Checklist for study permit extension inside Canada)
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Checklist (What is the Form IMM 5379 checklist?)
#- Visit the official IRCC website to download the latest version of the IMM 5379 form along with its accompanying instructions.
- Review the official IMM 5379 instructions before filing
- Gather required supporting documents per the instructions
- Complete all required sections of IMM 5379
- Sign, date, and submit IMM 5379 with all required supporting evidence
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Fees
#There is no IRCC filing fee for Form IMM 5379.
Where to file
#Submit your application at the designated IRCC office, embassy, or consulate. Check the official website for the location with jurisdiction over your place of residence.
Submit application
Submit your application at the IRCC office or designated embassy/consulate in your country of residence. Check the official instructions for the correct location.
Filing locations and procedures may change. Always verify on the official IRCC website before submitting. For related guidance, see Application to Change Conditions, Extend my.
Strategy tips
#Common mistakes (What mistakes are common with Form IMM 5379?)
#- Attaching documents in the wrong upload space, such as attaching non-LOA documents in the LOA-specific space.
- Submitting an application with an expired passport, even when Venezuelan nationals add 5 years to the printed expiry date, is a common mistake.
- Neglecting to verify with your school whether they will validate your letter of acceptance.
- Delaying the application for a police certificate when you suspect it might be required.
- Not checking if a medical exam is needed based on your stay duration or job plans.
- Failure to include a valid letter of acceptance from your educational institution.
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Examples (What are examples for Form IMM 5379?)
#- Common weakness: An applicant uploads their financial documents in the section meant for identity proof, causing confusion and delay.
- An applicant in the Study-permit category files IMM 5379 as part of their immigration process
Common misconceptions (What misconceptions surround Form IMM 5379?)
#- These forms do not stand alone—they must be filed with the principal application
- Inconsistencies with the main application can result in delays or refusal
- IMM 5379 has no separate filing fee, but it is not optional paperwork — failing to include it when required can delay or jeopardize the underlying case.
- IMM 5379 can be rejected before substantive review for technical errors such as “Ensure form edition is current.”
- A complete IMM 5379 can still be denied on the merits — issues like “Insufficient proof of funds to support studies and living expenses” are evaluated by the reviewer even when paperwork is clean.
- Submitting IMM 5379 is the start of the process — applicants should expect follow-up steps such as “Receive Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) from IRCC.”
Edge cases and variations
#- Different checklists may apply based on where you apply (inside vs. outside the country).
- Study programs under 6 months may have different requirements.
- If you are asked to submit or update IMM 5379, treat it as a package update: check every place the same details appear and keep them consistent.
In-depth guidance
#How to complete this form reliably
Treat IMM 5379 as part of a system, not a standalone document. Most delays happen when details conflict across the form, supporting documents, and other parts of the application package. Before you start, gather the documents you will reference and decide which one is the source of truth for each field.
Fill the form in one sitting if possible. Partially-completed forms are where inconsistent edits creep in. When you finish, review each section and ask "what evidence in my package proves this statement?"
How to use a document checklist
Use it as a build sheet: create a folder structure that mirrors the checklist sections, then place each required item into the matching folder. Before submitting, reconcile the checklist against your final upload: every required line item should map to a real file you can open.
Scenarios
#A software engineer submitted their petition with all supporting documents
The case was approved within the standard timeline
Prepare all evidence before filing to avoid delays
Key differentiators
#- Unlike Form IMM 5709: Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay – Student: Supporting form: Checklist for study permit extension inside Canada (in-Canada class pathway)
- Unlike Form IMM 1294: Application for a Study Permit Made Outside of Canada: Related form in this immigration process (in-Canada class pathway)
Why it matters
#What happens after you submit
#- Receive Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) from IRCC.
- Attend biometrics collection appointment if required.
- Await decision on the study permit application.
- If approved, receive instructions for sending the original passport.
- Receive the study permit and prepare for travel to Canada.
Verification
#This guide is based on official IRCC instructions for IMM 5379 and is updated with changes in form editions or filing rules. Always confirm current requirements on the official IRCC website.
Resources
#Free Canada planning tools
#Itemize the government fees that go alongside Form IMM 5379.
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Get the typical wait time for the visa associated with Form IMM 5379.
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