Document Checklist

Refugee Claim
Document Checklist

Generate a personalized document checklist for your refugee claim based on your specific situation.

Your Claim Information

Where did you make your claim?

Port of Entry (airport, land border, seaport)Inland (IRCC office within Canada)

What is your family status?

Single (no dependents)Married/Common-law partnerWith dependent children

Primary basis of persecution:

Tips for Document Collection

Get Certified Copies

Original or certified copies of identity documents are preferred. Contact the issuing authority in your country to request certified copies if you do not have them.

Gather Supporting Evidence

Letters from family members, friends, employers, and organizations that can vouch for your account help strengthen your claim significantly.

Country Conditions Research

Gather articles, reports from UN, Amnesty International, and Human Rights Watch that document conditions in your country. These strengthen your credibility.

Medical and Psychological Evidence

If you were injured or traumatized, obtain medical and psychological reports from Canadian doctors. These help document the impact of persecution.

Refugee ClaimDocument Checklist