Generic Application Form for Canada
The core application form for permanent residence — captures the principal applicant's program and every accompanying family member.
Who needs it
Permanent residence applicants across most economic and family programs.
What this form collects
- Application category and program
- Personal details for each family member
- Contact information
- Languages
- Background questions
Autofill IMM 0008 with Lexova
Instead of re-typing the same details into IMM 0008 by hand, your client answers one short bilingual intake. Lexova maps it into IMM 0008 — and every other IRCC form on the case — audit-clean, in English or French, and keeps them in sync.
Frequently asked questions
What is IMM 0008?+
IMM 0008 — Generic Application Form for Canada. The core application form for permanent residence — captures the principal applicant's program and every accompanying family member.
Who completes IMM 0008?+
Permanent residence applicants across most economic and family programs.
Can I complete IMM 0008 in English or French?+
Yes. IMM 0008 is an official bilingual IRCC form, and Lexova generates it audit-clean in either language from the same intake.
How do I fill out IMM 0008 faster?+
With Lexova, your client answers a short intake once and IMM 0008 is autofilled along with every other form on the case — no re-typing the same details.
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