Overview
#IMM 5939 is a document checklist for applicants in the USA applying for Rehabilitation or Temporary Resident Permits (TRP). It helps confirm which forms and supporting documents must be included in your application package. Use this checklist to ensure you gather all necessary items for your submission.
IRCC uses checklists to confirm completeness: the right forms are included, documents match the program requirements, and uploads are organized the way the checklist expects.
Context & workflow
#This checklist will help you provide all required documents and facilitate the processing of your application. Missing any required documents may delay your application.
Why this matters
- This document checklist will ensure you provide all required documents.
- Missing documents may delay your application.
Who uses it
Applicants assembling an application package where a document checklist is required.
When it is used
- When the checklist for your program/location lists this form.
- When assembling your application package before submission.
- When confirming you have the right forms, documents, and translations for your situation.
Failure prevention (how to avoid rework and returns)
#Key cross-checks to do before you submit
- Form IMM 1444 — Application for Criminal Rehabilitation fully completed.
- Online receipt as proof of application fee payment.
- Copy of information page of your passport.
- Federal Bureau Investigation National Certificate issued within 12 months.
- Police Certificates from states where you have lived or been convicted.
Common issues that cause rework or refusal
- Missing required documents.
- Incomplete Form IMM 1444.
- Documents not in English or French without certified translations.
Common pitfalls
- Missing police certificates from required states.
- Not providing translations for documents not in English or French.
- Using an outdated version of the checklist.
- Failing to mark “not applicable” items correctly.
Requirements snapshot
#- Form IMM 1444 — Application for Criminal Rehabilitation fully completed.
- Online receipt as proof of application fee payment.
- Copy of your passport's information page or alternative identification.
- Federal Bureau Investigation National Certificate issued within 12 months.
- Police Certificates from states where you have lived or been convicted.
Form sections
#PAGE # OF ##
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
REHABILITATION AND TEMPORARY RESIDENT PERMIT (TRP)
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
CHECKLIST
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
Visa Office Instructions
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
United States
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
What it asks for
#- Form IMM 1444 — Application for Criminal Rehabilitation fully completed (including section 16: description of events and section 18: reasons why you consider yourself rehabilitated)
- Form IMM 5476 — Use of representative (if required)
- Online receipt as proof of application fee payment
- Copy of information page of your passport showing your name, date of birth, and country of birth (if a passport is not available, provide a copy of USA birth certificate or current driver's license)
- Federal Bureau Investigation National Certificate (The document must be issued within 12 months of receipt of your application)
- Police Certificate from each individual state where offence(s)/conviction(s) occurred
- Documentary evidence certifying you completed all terms and conditions of your sentence(s) and date(s) of completion
What you need before you start
#- A copy of the current checklist PDF downloaded from the official IRCC form page.
- The documents the checklist asks for (passport/identity, status, purpose, finances, etc. as applicable).
- Translations or certified copies for documents not in English or French (as required).
- Personal statement describing the purpose of your trip to Canada, your proposed dates of travel to Canada including length of stay.
- Two passport-sized photographs taken within the last six months.
Checklist
#- Download the current IMM 5939 from the official IRCC form page.
- Save the PDF locally and open it in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
- Go line-by-line: gather each required item and name the file so it matches the checklist item.
- If something is “not applicable,” follow the checklist instructions for how to mark it.
- Before submitting, do a final two-way check: checklist → files, and files → checklist.
FAQs
Where do I download IMM 5939?
Use the official IRCC form page and confirm you are using the current version.
Do I include the checklist in my package?
Follow the checklist instructions. Many checklists are included with the application package.
Which checklist should I use?
Use the checklist that matches your application type and where you are applying from.
What does “if applicable” mean?
Include the item if it applies to your situation. If unsure, verify using official instructions.
Do I need translations?
Yes, if supporting documents are not in English or French, follow the official translation requirements.
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.
What happens after IMM 5939?
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.
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