Overview
#IMM 5476, the Use of a Representative, is an official form used in the immigration process. For complete and current information, please refer to the official IRCC instructions.
IRCC reviews IMM 5476 alongside the relevant program checklist and supporting documents. Officers typically look for internal consistency (names, dates, identifiers, and timelines) and whether the form’s details match the evidence in the rest of the package.
Context & workflow
#Review the official IRCC instructions before filing IMM 5476.
Why this matters
- This form acts as a cross-check point: details here must match other forms and supporting documents.
- Inconsistencies often trigger returns or follow-up requests because they create uncertainty in the case record.
Who uses it
Applicants who are instructed to file IMM 5476 by IRCC.
When it is used
- When IRCC instructions require this form.
- When required by IRCC instructions.
Failure prevention (how to avoid rework and returns)
#Key cross-checks to do before you submit
- Translations and certified copies where required
- Identity details across forms (names, dates of birth, passport numbers)
- Fee receipt included and matches the application type
- Dates and timelines across documents (addresses, work/school, travel)
- IMM 5476 fields vs. the exact supporting document that proves each answer (don’t rely on memory).
Common issues that cause rework or refusal
- Using an outdated version of the form
- Leaving required fields blank without explanation
- Missing required pages, validation steps, or signatures
- Inconsistent names, dates, or identifiers across forms and supporting documents
- Submitting IMM 5476 with “almost correct” details that don’t match the documents (common cause of back-and-forth).
Common pitfalls
- Not reading the instructions thoroughly.
- Submitting incomplete forms.
What it asks for
#- Applicant information as specified in the form.
- Required information fields.
- Required information fields.
What you need before you start
#- Documents as listed in the official instructions.
- Supporting documentation.
- Supporting documentation.
Checklist
#- Download the current IMM 5476 from the official IRCC website.
- Read the instructions completely before starting.
- Complete all required sections.
- Keep copies of everything you submit.
FAQs
Where can I find the official IMM 5476?
Download the current form from the official IRCC website.
Where are the instructions?
Instructions are available on the official IRCC form page.
What is IMM 5476?
IMM 5476 is the Use of a Representative.
Where can I file this form?
Check the official IRCC instructions for current submission methods.
What is the processing fee?
Check the current fee schedule on the IRCC website.
Where do I download IMM 5476?
Use the official IRCC form page and check the last updated date before filing.
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.
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