Overview
#IMM 5982 is a form used for the Home Child Care Provider or Home Support Worker program. It collects information about your education and language skills. Use the latest version of this form and follow the specific checklist for your application type.
IRCC reviews IMM 5982 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 gathers details about your qualifications and experience relevant to the Home Child Care Provider or Home Support Worker roles.
Why this matters
- Completing this form accurately is important for your application.
- It helps assess your qualifications for the Home Child Care Provider or Home Support Worker roles.
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
- Given Name(s)
- SECTION 3: UNIQUE CLIENT IDENTIFIER (UCI) / CLIENT ID (if you have one)
- Do you have a Canadian one-year post-secondary educational credential (or higher)?
Common issues that cause rework or refusal
- Missing required fields such as Family Name or Given Name(s).
- Not signing the form where required.
Common pitfalls
- Using an outdated version of the form.
- Inconsistent details across forms and documents.
Requirements snapshot
#- Current version of IMM 5982.
- Completed Canadian post-secondary educational credential.
- Original ECA report.
- Proof of work experience on Schedule 19B.
Form sections
#SECTION 3: UNIQUE CLIENT IDENTIFIER (UCI) / CLIENT ID (if you have one)
Complete this section using the supporting documents in your package.
Family Name
Provide your family name as it appears on your identification.
Signature
Sign and date the form as required.
What it asks for
#- Family Name
- Given Name(s)
- SECTION 3: UNIQUE CLIENT IDENTIFIER (UCI) / CLIENT ID (if you have one)
- Do you have a Canadian one-year post-secondary educational credential (or higher)?
- Signature
- Date (YYYY-MM-DD)
What you need before you start
#- The current IMM 5982 form downloaded from the official IRCC form page.
- Proof of your completed Canadian post-secondary educational credential.
- An original ECA report from a designated organization.
- Proof of work experience on Schedule 19B (IMM 5910).
- Supporting documents for your application.
Checklist
#- Download the current IMM 5982 from the official IRCC form page.
- Save the PDF locally and open it in a compatible PDF viewer.
- Follow the form’s signature instructions and print if necessary.
- Complete the form by copying details from your source documents.
- Cross-check repeated details across your package for consistency.
- Review the declarations before signing.
FAQs
Where do I download IMM 5982?
Use the official IRCC form page and confirm you are using the current version.
Is IMM 5982 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 5982?
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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