Guide to IMM 5708 Document Checklist for Visitor Visa
By WelcomeAide Team
Quick Summary
- IMM 5708 helps you organize all required visitor visa documents
- The checklist focuses on identity, purpose of visit, finances, and home-country ties
- Well-organized evidence reduces refusal risk
- All non-English/French documents must include certified translations
- Upload clear scans in the right document slots in your IRCC account
Many visitor visa refusals happen because applicants submit weak or incomplete supporting evidence, not because they are automatically ineligible. IMM 5708 is the document checklist that helps you submit a complete package. Think of this form as your quality-control tool before final submission.
What IMM 5708 Covers
- Identity documents and passport copies
- Proof of visit purpose
- Financial support evidence
- Travel history
- Home-country ties
- Family information and civil status documents
How to Use the Checklist
1. Identity and travel document section
Provide full passport bio page plus any pages with visas and stamps. Ensure passport validity covers your intended travel period.
2. Purpose of travel section
If visiting family, include invitation letter, host status proof in Canada, and host financial support proof if applicable. If tourism, include itinerary and accommodation plans. If business visit, include employer letter and Canadian contact details.
3. Proof of funds section
Submit bank statements, pay slips, tax filings, and proof of assets. The funds should match trip length and travel costs realistically.
4. Ties to home country section
Provide employment contracts, school enrollment, property ownership, family dependency documents, or ongoing business records.
Document Quality Standards
- Clear, legible scans
- Complete pages, no cropped corners
- Certified translations for non-English/French documents
- Consistent names and dates across all files
- File size within IRCC upload limits
Common Errors
- Uploading documents in the wrong slot
- Submitting old bank statements only
- No evidence of return intent
- Invitation letter with missing host information
- No explanation letter for unusual facts, such as previous refusal
Where to Submit
Use your IRCC online account. Follow the generated personalized checklist, then cross-check against IMM 5708 before final upload.
Helpful related pages: Visit Canada, processing times, and forms and guides.
Internal links: IMM 5257 guide, IMM 5487 super visa, IMM 5710 study checklist, IMM 1294, and IMM 1295.
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