📄 IMM 5708 – Application to Change Conditions, Extend My Stay or Remain in Canada
Use this form if you are in Canada and want to extend your temporary status, change conditions of your stay (e.g., visitor, temporary resident permit), or apply for an initial or subsequent Temporary Resident Permit (TRP).
📥 Get the Form
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🧑⚖️ Who Should Complete This Form
You must fill this form if you are currently in Canada and want to:
- Extend your status as a visitor
- Apply for or extend a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
- Change conditions of your temporary stay in Canada (e.g., from visitor to TRP holder)
📝 How to Complete the Form
Answer all questions clearly and accurately. Key sections include:
- Personal details: name, date of birth, UCI (if any)
- Contact and mailing information
- Status in Canada and conditions you are seeking
- Details about your stay and intentions
- Background information (health, criminal, travel history)
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🕐 When to Apply
You should apply before your current status expires to maintain legal temporary status in Canada. Late applications may be considered for restoration of status if eligible.
📎 Additional Documents
Be ready to attach supporting documents such as:
- Copy of current passport/travel document
- Proof of funds for stay
- Photos (if required)
- Letters explaining the reason for the extension or change
- Other forms such as Use of a Representative (IMM 5476) if applicable.
➡️ How to Submit
You may submit your completed form and documents through your IRCC online account or mail them to the appropriate processing centre, following instructions in the PDF guide.