Overview
#IMM 5562, titled Supplementary Information: Your Travels, is a form used in your application package. It collects details about your travel history as part of the immigration process. Use the current version from the official sources to complete it accurately.
IRCC reviews IMM 5562 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.
For schedule/background forms, the highest-impact issues are gaps, overlaps, or inconsistent timelines across forms and supporting records.
Context & workflow
#This form requires you to provide specific travel information, including names as shown on your passport or travel document.
Why this matters
- Accurate travel information is crucial for your application.
- Inconsistencies can lead to delays or refusals.
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
- Family name (as shown on passport/travel document)
- Given name(s) (as shown on passport/travel document)
- Signature:
Common issues that cause rework or refusal
- Missing required fields like family name or given names.
- Missing signature if required.
Common pitfalls
- Using an outdated version of the form.
- Inconsistent details across forms and documents.
Requirements snapshot
#- Current version of IMM 5562.
- Accurate family name and given names as shown on your passport.
- Signature where indicated.
Form sections
#Reset Form
Use this section to clear any entered information if needed.
Print Form
Use this section to print the completed form for submission.
What it asks for
#- Signature:
- Validate
- Family name (as shown on passport/travel document)
- Given name(s) (as shown on passport/travel document)
- did not travel
- Family name and given names (as shown on passport/travel document)
What you need before you start
#- The current form downloaded from the official IRCC form page.
- Family name (as shown on passport/travel document)
- Given name(s) (as shown on passport/travel document)
- Signature:
Checklist
#- Download the current IMM 5562 from the official IRCC form page.
- Save the PDF locally and open it in a compatible PDF viewer.
- Complete the validation steps if the form includes validation pages.
- Follow the form’s signature instructions and sign where required.
- Complete the form by copying details from your source documents.
- Cross-check repeated details across your package for consistency.
FAQs
Where do I download IMM 5562?
Use the official IRCC form page and confirm you are using the current version.
Is IMM 5562 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 validate the form or include barcode pages?
If the PDF has validation or barcode pages, complete validation and include all generated barcode pages.
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 5562?
It becomes part of your application package and is reviewed with the rest of your evidence.
VisaMind provides informational guidance only and is not a government agency. This is not legal advice. Requirements can change and eligibility depends on your specific facts. If your case is complex or high-stakes, consult a licensed immigration attorney.
Requirements vary by nationality, purpose, timeline, and case details. VisaMind turns uncertainty into a sequenced checklist with official source citations.
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