Family Information Form (IMM 5645) – IRCC Visitors, Students & Workers
The IMM 5645 Family Information Form collects details about your immediate family when applying for a Temporary Resident Visa (visitor), study permit, or work permit outside Canada. It’s required for each applicant aged 18 or older. Official source: Canada.ca – IMM 5645.
What Is Form IMM 5645?
Form IMM 5645, the **Family Information Form**, is used during Canada immigration applications to provide personal and family details to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Each person 18 years or older applying for a Temporary Resident Visa, study permit or work permit outside Canada must complete this form.
Who Must Complete This Form?
Every individual *18 years of age or older* included in a temporary resident application must fill out and sign IMM 5645. This helps IRCC assess family relationships and background information as part of the application process.
Form Sections & What to Include
IMM 5645 contains multiple sections where you provide personal and family details:
- Section A: Personal information about the applicant — name, date of birth, marital status.
- Section B: Information about children (biological, adopted, stepchildren).
- Section C: Siblings — full details of brothers, sisters, half-siblings and step-siblings.
- Section D: Certification and signature by the applicant.
How to Download and Fill the Form
The IMM 5645 Family Information Form is available as a PDF that can be downloaded from the IRCC website. Use a PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader (version 10 or later) to open, complete, and save the form before submission.
Submitting the Form
Include the completed and signed IMM 5645 with your visa, study or work permit application package when submitting online or by mail. Follow the instructions specific to your application type, and ensure all required forms are included to avoid processing delays.
