This form contains 236 fields organized into 72 sections. Below is a complete list of every field, its type, and what information is expected.

Field Name Type Description
2(b) Harm/Mistreated/Threatened - Explanation Details
2(b) Harm/Mistreated/Threatened Explanation Text
Provide a detailed explanation of why you believe you would be harmed, mistreated, or threatened if you returned to your country, including what would happen, who would harm/threaten you, the reason, and any relevant dates, names, and places. Fill only if '2(b) Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: 2(b) Yes
2(b) Harm/Mistreated/Threatened - Yes/No
2(b) Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you believe you would be harmed, mistreated, or threatened by any person or group if you returned to your country.
2(b) No Radiobutton
Check this box if you do not believe you would be harmed, mistreated, or threatened by any person or group if you returned to your country.
2(c) Asked Authorities for Protection/Assistance - Explanation Details
2(c) Authorities Asked for Protection/Assistance - Explanation Text
Provide a detailed explanation of whether you asked any authorities or organizations in your country for protection or assistance, including whom you approached, what steps you took, what happened as a result, and relevant dates, names, and places. Fill only if '2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - Yes', '2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - No' is 'Yes' or is 'No' (any of fields).
Depends on: 2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - Yes, 2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - No
2(c) Asked Authorities for Protection/Assistance - Yes/No
2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you asked any authorities (such as the police) or any other organization in your country to protect or assist you.
2(c) Asked authorities for protection/assistance - No Radiobutton
Check this box if you did not ask any authorities (such as the police) or any other organization in your country to protect or assist you.
Applicant Name and Date of Birth
Given or first name(s) Text
Enter your given name(s) or first name(s) exactly as they appear on your passport.
Family or last name(s) / surname(s) Text
Enter your family name(s) or surname(s) exactly as they appear on your passport.
Date of birth Date
Enter your date of birth.
Canadian Office Where Applied
Canadian Office Where Applied Text
Enter the name of the Canadian office where you applied for the visa to enter Canada.
Child Age 6 or Younger Risk Explanation (Detailed)
Child Age 6 or Younger Risk Explanation (Detailed) Text
Provide a detailed explanation of why you believe the child aged six or younger would be at risk of harm, mistreatment, or threats if returned to their country, including information specific to the child's situation. Fill only if 'Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes
Child Under 18 Situation: Not the Child's Parent (Consent/Legal Documents Explanation)
Not the Child's Parent - Consent or Legal Documents Explanation Text
Describe any legal documents or written consent you have that allows you to care for or travel with the child, or explain why you do not have such documents. Fill only if 'You are not the child's parent' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: You are not the child's parent
You are not the child's parent Checkbox
Check this box if a child under 18 is claiming refugee protection with you and you are not the child's parent. Fill only if 'Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes
Child Under 18 Situation: Parent and Other Parent in Canada
Child Under 18: You are the child’s parent and the other parent is in Canada Checkbox
Check this box if a child under 18 is claiming refugee protection with you and you are the child’s parent while the other parent is in Canada. Fill only if 'Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes
Child Under 18 Situation: Parent but Other Parent Not in Canada (Consent/Legal Documents Explanation)
You are the child's parent but the other parent is not in Canada Checkbox
Check this box if a child under 18 is claiming refugee protection with you and you are the child's parent but the other parent is not currently in Canada. Fill only if 'Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes
Consent or Legal Documents Explanation (Other Parent Not in Canada) Text
Describe any legal documents or written consent you have that allows you to care for or travel with the child when the other parent is not in Canada, or explain why you do not have such documents. Fill only if 'You are the child's parent but the other parent is not in Canada' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: You are the child's parent but the other parent is not in Canada
Children Under 18 Claiming Refugee Protection With You (Yes/No)
Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if there are children who are less than 18 years old claiming refugee protection with you.
Children under 18 claiming refugee protection with you: No Radiobutton
Check this box if there are no children who are less than 18 years old claiming refugee protection with you.
Citizenship Info (Fifth Row)
Fifth Row Citizenship Country Text
Enter the name of the country for the fifth citizenship entry (row (e)).
Fifth Row Present Citizenship Status Text
Enter your current status for the fifth listed country of citizenship (e.g., citizen, former citizen, dual citizen).
Fifth Row How Citizenship Was Acquired Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the fifth listed country (e.g., by birth, by marriage, by naturalization).
Fifth Row Date Citizenship Was Acquired Date
Enter the date you acquired citizenship for the fifth listed country.
Citizenship Info (First Row)
First Citizenship Country Text
Enter the name of the first country of which you are or have been a citizen.
First Citizenship Present Status Text
Enter your current citizenship status for the first listed country (e.g., current citizen, former citizen).
First Citizenship Acquisition Method Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the first listed country (e.g., by birth, by marriage, by naturalization).
First Citizenship Acquisition Date Date
Enter the date on which you acquired citizenship for the first listed country.
Citizenship Info (Fourth Row)
Fourth Citizenship Country Text
Enter the country for the fourth citizenship entry (row d).
Fourth Citizenship Present Status Text
Enter your current citizenship status for the fourth listed country (e.g., citizen, former citizen).
Fourth Citizenship Acquisition Method Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the fourth listed country (e.g., by birth, by marriage, naturalization).
Fourth Citizenship Acquisition Date Date
Enter the date you acquired citizenship for the fourth listed country.
Citizenship Info (Second Row)
Second Row - Country of Citizenship Text
Enter the country for which you are or have been a citizen in the second row of the citizenship table.
Second Row - Present Status Text
Enter your present citizenship status for the country listed in the second row (e.g., current citizen, former citizen).
Second Row - How Citizenship Was Acquired Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the second-row country (e.g., by birth, by marriage, naturalization).
Second Row - Date Citizenship Was Acquired Date
Provide the date on which you acquired citizenship for the second-row country.
Citizenship Info (Sixth Row)
Citizenship (Sixth Row) - Country Text
Enter the name of the country of which you are or have been a citizen for the sixth row of the citizenship table.
Citizenship (Sixth Row) - Present Status Text
Enter your current citizenship status for the country listed in the sixth row (e.g., citizen, former citizen, dual citizen).
Citizenship (Sixth Row) - How Citizenship Was Acquired Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the country listed in the sixth row (e.g., by birth, by marriage, by naturalization).
Citizenship (Sixth Row) - Date Citizenship Was Acquired Date
Provide the date you acquired citizenship for the country listed in the sixth row.
Citizenship Info (Third Row)
Third Row Citizenship Country Text
Enter the country of which you are or have been a citizen for the third row of the citizenship list.
Third Row Citizenship Present Status Text
Enter your current citizenship status for the country listed in the third row (e.g., current citizen, former citizen).
Third Row Citizenship Acquisition Method Text
Describe how you acquired citizenship for the country listed in the third row (e.g., by birth, by marriage, by naturalization).
Third Row Date Citizenship Was Acquired Date
Enter the date on which you acquired citizenship for the country listed in the third row.
Claimant Identification
Client I.D. Number Text
Enter the claimant's unique client identification number as shown on official IRB/Immigration documents.
Claimant's given name(s) and family name(s) Text
Enter the claimant's full legal given name(s) followed by their family name(s) exactly as they appear on identity or immigration documents.
Contact Address in Canada
Street number and name Text
Enter the street number and street name for your contact address in Canada.
Apartment/room/floor number Text
Enter your room, floor, or apartment/unit number for your contact address in Canada, if applicable.
City Text
Enter the city for your contact address in Canada.
Province Combobox
Enter the province for your contact address in Canada.
Alberta Nova Scotia Manitoba Nunavut Ontario Quebec British Columbia Newfoundland and Labrador New Brunswick Prince Edward Island Northwest Territories Yukon Saskatchewan
Postal code Text
Enter the postal code for your contact address in Canada.
Telephone number (including area code) Text
Enter your telephone number in Canada, including the area code.
Counsel (Q9a) - Counsel Helped Complete Form Yes/No
Q9a - Counsel helped complete form - Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if your counsel helped you complete this Basis of Claim form. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9a - Counsel helped complete form - No Radiobutton
Check this box if your counsel did not help you complete this Basis of Claim form. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Counsel (Q9a) - Counsel Will Represent at Hearing Yes/No
Q9a - Counsel will represent you at hearing: Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if your counsel will be representing you at your refugee protection hearing. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9a - Counsel will represent you at hearing: No Radiobutton
Check this box if your counsel will not be representing you at your refugee protection hearing. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Counsel (Q9a) - Have Counsel Yes/No
Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you have counsel (e.g., a lawyer, immigration consultant, family member, or other person) who will help you with your refugee protection claim before the Refugee Protection Division.
Q9(a) Have counsel - No Radiobutton
Check this box if you do not have counsel who will help you with your refugee protection claim before the Refugee Protection Division.
Counsel (Q9b-9i) - Counsel Contact Information
Q9b Counsel Name Text
Enter the full name of your counsel (e.g., lawyer, immigration consultant, or other representative). Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9c Counsel Address Text
Enter your counsel’s complete mailing address (street address and any suite/unit information). Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9d Counsel City Text
Enter the city for your counsel’s address. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9e Counsel Province Combobox
Enter the province for your counsel’s address. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Alberta Nova Scotia Manitoba Nunavut Ontario Quebec British Columbia Newfoundland and Labrador New Brunswick Prince Edward Island Northwest Territories Yukon Saskatchewan
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9f Counsel Postal Code Text
Enter the postal code for your counsel’s address. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9g Counsel Telephone Number Text
Enter your counsel’s telephone number, including the area code. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9h Counsel Fax Number Text
Enter your counsel’s fax number, including the area code. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Q9i Counsel Email Address Text
Enter your counsel’s email address. Fill only if 'Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Q9(a) Have counsel - Yes
Counsel (Q9k) - Lawyer/Consultant Credentials
Q9k - Lawyer (or notary if practising in Quebec) Checkbox
Check this box if your counsel is a lawyer, or a notary if they practise in Quebec.
Q9k Province of Membership Combobox
Enter the province where the counsel is licensed or registered (e.g., the province of the law society or regulatory body). Fill only if 'Q9k - Lawyer (or notary if practising in Quebec)' is 'Yes'.
Alberta Nova Scotia Manitoba Nunavut Ontario Quebec British Columbia Newfoundland and Labrador New Brunswick Prince Edward Island Northwest Territories Yukon Saskatchewan
Depends on: Q9k - Lawyer (or notary if practising in Quebec)
Q9k - Member of Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council Checkbox
Check this box if your counsel is a regulated immigration consultant who is a member of the Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council.
Q9k Membership Identification Number Text
Enter the counsel's membership or licence identification number issued by their professional regulatory body. Fill only if 'Q9k - Lawyer (or notary if practising in Quebec)', 'Q9k - Member of Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council' is 'Yes' (any).
Depends on: Q9k - Lawyer (or notary if practising in Quebec), Q9k - Member of Immigration Consultants of Canada Regulatory Council
Counsel (Q9l) - Family Member Relationship
Q9(l) Counsel is a family member Checkbox
Check this box if the person acting as your counsel is a family member (and you will specify the relationship).
Q9(l) Family Member Relationship Text
Enter the relationship between you and your counsel if your counsel is a family member (e.g., spouse, parent, sibling). Fill only if 'Q9(l) Counsel is a family member', 'Q9(l) Counsel type - Other' is 'Yes' (any).
Depends on: Q9(l) Counsel is a family member, Q9(l) Counsel type - Other
Counsel (Q9l) - Other Counsel Type
Q9(l) Counsel type - Other Checkbox
Check this box if your counsel does not fit any of the listed categories (lawyer/notary, immigration consultant, or family member).
Countries Where You Are at Risk of Serious Harm
Country Where You Are at Risk of Serious Harm (a) Text
Enter the name of a country where you believe you are at risk of serious harm.
Country Where You Are at Risk of Serious Harm (b) Text
Enter the name of another country where you believe you are at risk of serious harm.
Country Where You Are at Risk of Serious Harm (c) Text
Enter the name of another country where you believe you are at risk of serious harm.
Country Where You Are at Risk of Serious Harm (d) Text
Enter the name of another country where you believe you are at risk of serious harm.
Date you left your country
Date you left your country Date
Enter the date on which you left your country.
Declaration A (Claimant) - Date
Declaration A (Claimant) Date Date
Enter the date on which the claimant signs Declaration A.
Declaration B (Claimant) - Date
Declaration B (Claimant) Date Date
Enter the date on which the claimant signs Declaration B.
Family Relative (Eighth Row)
Eighth Relative - Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the eighth relative's family name(s) or surname(s).
Eighth Relative - Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the eighth relative's given or first name(s).
Eighth Relative - Relationship Text
Enter how this person is related to you (for example, mother, son, spouse, or sister).
Eighth Relative - Date of Birth Date
Enter the eighth relative's date of birth.
Eighth Relative - Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the eighth relative's citizenship(s).
Eighth Relative - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (place) and country where the eighth relative currently lives.
Family Relative (Eleventh Row)
Eleventh Row Relative Family Name(s) / Surname(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname(s)) of the relative listed in the eleventh row.
Eleventh Row Relative Given Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the relative listed in the eleventh row.
Eleventh Row Relationship Text
Enter the relative’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son, spouse) for the eleventh row entry.
Eleventh Row Date of Birth Date
Provide the relative’s date of birth for the eleventh row entry.
Eleventh Row Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the relative’s citizenship(s) for the eleventh row entry.
Eleventh Row Place and Country Where They Live Text
Enter the city/town (or place) and country where the relative currently lives for the eleventh row entry.
Family Relative (Fifth Row)
Fifth Relative Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family name(s) or surname(s) of the fifth listed family member/relative.
Fifth Relative Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the fifth listed family member/relative.
Fifth Relative Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the fifth listed family member/relative to you (for example, mother, son, spouse).
Fifth Relative Date of Birth Date
Enter the date of birth of the fifth listed family member/relative.
Fifth Relative Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the citizenship or citizenships held by the fifth listed family member/relative.
Fifth Relative Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (place) and country where the fifth listed family member/relative currently lives.
Family Relative (First Row)
Family Relative (First Row) - Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family name(s) or surname(s) of the family member listed in the first row.
Family Relative (First Row) - Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the given name(s) or first name(s) of the family member listed in the first row.
Family Relative (First Row) - Relationship Text
Enter your relationship to this person (for example, mother, father, spouse, son, or sister).
Family Relative (First Row) - Date of Birth Date
Enter this family member’s date of birth.
Family Relative (First Row) - Citizenship(s) Text
Enter this family member’s citizenship or citizenships.
Family Relative (First Row) - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the place (city/town) and country where this family member currently lives.
Family Relative (Fourth Row)
Fourth Family Relative - Family/Last Name Text
Enter the family or last name (surname) of the fourth listed relative.
Fourth Family Relative - Given/First Name Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the fourth listed relative.
Fourth Family Relative - Relationship Text
Enter the relative’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son, brother, spouse).
Fourth Family Relative - Date of Birth Date
Enter the date of birth of the fourth listed relative.
Fourth Family Relative - Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the citizenship(s) held by the fourth listed relative.
Fourth Family Relative - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/place and country where the fourth listed relative currently lives.
Family Relative (Ninth Row)
Ninth Row - Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the relative’s family or last name(s) (surname[s]).
Ninth Row - Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the relative’s given or first name(s).
Ninth Row - Relationship Text
Enter the relative’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son, spouse, sister).
Ninth Row - Date of Birth Date
Enter the relative’s date of birth.
Ninth Row - Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the relative’s citizenship(s).
Ninth Row - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (or place) and country where the relative currently lives.
Family Relative (Second Row)
Family Relative (Second Row) - Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the relative’s family name(s) or surname(s) for the second row of the family list.
Family Relative (Second Row) - Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the relative’s given or first name(s) for the second row of the family list.
Family Relative (Second Row) - Relationship Text
Specify the relative’s relationship to you (for example, mother, spouse, son) for the second row.
Family Relative (Second Row) - Date of Birth Date
Enter the relative’s date of birth for the second row of the family list.
Family Relative (Second Row) - Citizenship(s) Text
List the relative’s citizenship(s) for the second row of the family list.
Family Relative (Second Row) - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (place) and country where the relative currently lives for the second row.
Family Relative (Seventh Row)
Seventh Family Member Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family member’s family or last name(s)/surname(s) for the seventh row.
Seventh Family Member Given Name(s) Text
Enter the family member’s given or first name(s) for the seventh row.
Seventh Family Member Relationship Text
Enter the person’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son, spouse) for the seventh row.
Seventh Family Member Date of Birth Date
Enter the family member’s date of birth for the seventh row.
Seventh Family Member Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the family member’s citizenship(s) for the seventh row.
Seventh Family Member Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the place and country where the family member lives for the seventh row.
Family Relative (Sixth Row)
Sixth Row Relative Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname[s]) of the relative listed in the sixth row.
Sixth Row Relative Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the relative listed in the sixth row.
Sixth Row Relative Relationship Text
Enter the relative’s relationship to you (for example, mother, father, son, sister) for the sixth row.
Sixth Row Relative Date of Birth Date
Enter the date of birth of the relative listed in the sixth row.
Sixth Row Relative Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the citizenship(s) held by the relative listed in the sixth row.
Sixth Row Relative Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (place) and country where the relative listed in the sixth row currently lives.
Family Relative (Tenth Row)
Tenth Relative Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname) of the tenth listed relative.
Tenth Relative Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the tenth listed relative.
Tenth Relative Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the tenth listed relative to you (e.g., mother, son).
Tenth Relative Date of Birth Date
Enter the tenth listed relative's date of birth.
Tenth Relative Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the citizenship(s) held by the tenth listed relative.
Tenth Relative Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the place (city/town) and country where the tenth listed relative lives.
Family Relative (Third Row)
Family Relative (Third Row) - Family/Last Name Text
Enter the family name(s) or surname(s) of the family member listed on the third row.
Family Relative (Third Row) - Given/First Name Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the family member listed on the third row.
Family Relative (Third Row) - Relationship Text
Enter the person’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son, spouse, sister).
Family Relative (Third Row) - Date of Birth Date
Enter the date of birth of the family member listed on the third row.
Family Relative (Third Row) - Citizenship(s) Text
Enter the citizenship(s) held by the family member listed on the third row.
Family Relative (Third Row) - Place and Country of Residence Text
Enter the city/town (or place) and country where this family member currently lives.
Fifth Previous Protection Claim
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Family Name Text
Enter the family or last name (surname) of the person who made the fifth previous refugee protection or asylum claim.
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Given Name Text
Enter the given or first name of the person who made the fifth previous refugee protection or asylum claim.
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the person who made the fifth previous claim to you (e.g., mother, son).
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Date of Claim Date
Provide the date when the fifth previous refugee protection or asylum claim was made.
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the fifth previous claim was made or indicate UNHCR if it was made through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - Result Text
Enter the outcome of the fifth previous claim (e.g., accepted, rejected, not completed).
Fifth Previous Protection Claim - IRB File Number and/or CIC Client ID Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or CIC client ID number associated with the fifth previous claim, if available.
First Previous Protection Claim
First Previous Protection Claim - Family/Last Name Text
Enter the family or last name (surname) of the person who previously claimed refugee protection or asylum.
First Previous Protection Claim - Given/First Name Text
Enter the given or first name of the person who previously claimed refugee protection or asylum.
First Previous Protection Claim - Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the person to you (for example, mother, son).
First Previous Protection Claim - Date of Claim Date
Enter the date when the refugee protection or asylum claim was made.
First Previous Protection Claim - Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the claim was made or indicate UNHCR if it was made through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
First Previous Protection Claim - Result Text
Enter the outcome of the claim (for example, accepted, refused, withdrawn).
First Previous Protection Claim - IRB File Number / CIC Client ID Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or the CIC client ID number associated with the claim, if available.
Fourth Previous Protection Claim
Fourth Claimant Family/Last Name Text
Enter the family or last name (surname) of the person for the fourth previous protection claim.
Fourth Claimant Given/First Name Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the person for the fourth previous protection claim.
Fourth Claimant Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the person to you (for example, mother, son) for the fourth previous protection claim.
Fourth Claim Date Date
Enter the date the fourth previous protection/asylum claim was made.
Fourth Claim Country or UNHCR Office Text
Enter the country where the fourth previous protection/asylum claim was made or indicate UNHCR if applicable.
Fourth Claim Result Text
Enter the outcome/result of the fourth previous protection/asylum claim.
Fourth Claim IRB File No. / CIC Client ID No. Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or CIC client ID number associated with the fourth previous protection/asylum claim.
Harmed/Mistreated/Threatened (Yes/No)
Harmed/Mistreated/Threatened — Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you or any family member have ever been harmed, mistreated, or threatened by any person or group.
Harmed/Mistreated/Threatened — No Radiobutton
Check this box if neither you nor any family member have ever been harmed, mistreated, or threatened by any person or group.
Harmed/Mistreated/Threatened Explanation
Explanation of harm, mistreatment or threats Text
Describe in detail what happened to you and your family, including when and where the harm, mistreatment or threats occurred, who caused them, why you believe they happened, whether others in similar situations experienced the same treatment, and any relevant names, dates and places. Fill only if 'Harmed/Mistreated/Threatened — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Interpreter (Q10b) - Language and Dialect
Q10b Interpreter Language Text
Enter the language you want the interpreter to use for your hearing and related communications, or write N/A if you do not need an interpreter.
Q10b Interpreter Dialect Text
Enter the specific dialect of the language you want the interpreter to use, or write N/A if not applicable.
Interpreter's Declaration - Interpreter Details and Date
Interpreter full name Text
Enter the interpreter's full name as it should appear on this declaration.
Language interpreted to Text
Enter the language (and dialect, if applicable) that the interpreter translated the form into for the claimant.
Interpreter declaration date Date
Enter the date the interpreter signed this declaration.
IRB Office Use - RPD File Number
RPD File Number (IRB office use) Text
Enter the RPD file number assigned by the IRB office for this claim (the official file identifier used by the IRB).
Language (Q10a) - Official Language Choice
Q10a Official language: English Checkbox
Check this box if you want the IRB to use English when communicating with you (including at your hearing and in documents).
Q10a Official language: French Checkbox
Check this box if you want the IRB to use French when communicating with you (including at your hearing and in documents).
Language, Interpreter and Declaration
Your signature Signature
Claimant signs here to certify that all information in the Basis of Claim form is true and complete (first signature field).
Your signature Signature
Claimant’s second signature if an interpreter was used. Sign after reviewing the interpreter’s declaration.
Interpreter's signature Signature
Interpreter signs here to certify that the interpretation of the Basis of Claim form was complete and accurate.
Languages and Dialects Spoken
Languages and dialects spoken (1g) Text
Enter all languages and dialects you speak (for example: English, Spanish - Castilian, Arabic - Levantine), separated by commas and including any regional varieties you can use.
Moved to Another Country Details (If Yes, Explain)
Moved to Another Country Details Text
Provide details about moving to another country (other than Canada) to seek safety, including the country name, when you moved there, how long you stayed, and whether you claimed refugee protection there (and if not, why not). Fill only if 'Moved to another country to seek safety — Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Moved to another country to seek safety — Yes
Moved to Another Country to Seek Safety (Yes/No)
Moved to another country to seek safety — Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you moved to another country (other than Canada) to seek safety.
Moved to another country to seek safety — No Radiobutton
Check this box if you did not move to another country (other than Canada) to seek safety.
Moved to another part of your country to seek safety (Yes/No & explanation)
Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you moved to another part of your country to seek safety.
No Radiobutton
Check this box if you did not move to another part of your country to seek safety.
Safety Relocation Explanation Text
Explain in detail whether you moved to another part of your country to seek safety and why you could not live in the place you moved to (or anywhere else in your country) today. Fill only if 'Yes', 'No' is 'Yes' (any fields selection).
Depends on: Yes, No
Nationality / Ethnic and Racial Group or Tribe
Nationality / Ethnic or racial group / Tribe Text
Enter your nationality and, if applicable, the name of your ethnic, racial group or tribe (for example: country of citizenship and/or ethnic or tribal identity) as a short text.
Other Important Details for Refugee Protection Claim
Other Important Details for Refugee Protection Claim Text
Provide any additional information you believe is important to support your claim for refugee protection.
Passport Sex Identification (Male/Female/Other and Specify)
Male Radiobutton
Check this box if the sex identified on your passport is Male.
Other Radiobutton
Check this box if the sex identified on your passport is Other, and use the adjacent line to specify the designation shown on the passport.
Female Radiobutton
Check this box if the sex identified on your passport is Female.
Passport sex (Other - specify) Text
Enter the sex designation shown on your passport when the printed option is not Male or Female (i.e., specify the 'Other' value exactly as it appears on the passport). Fill only if 'Other' is 'Yes'.
Reason for Visa Refusal
Reason for Visa Refusal Text
Enter the reason your Canadian visa application was refused. Fill only if 'Visa Application Accepted - No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Visa Application Accepted - No
Reason you left at that time (not sooner/later)
Reason you left at that time (not sooner/later) Text
Explain why you left your country when you did and why you could not leave sooner or at a later time.
Religion and Denomination or Sect
Religion / Denomination or Sect Text
Enter the name of your religion and, if applicable, your specific denomination or sect (for example: Christianity — Catholic, Islam — Sunni, Buddhism — Theravada, or write 'None' if you have no religion).
Second Previous Protection Claim
Second Previous Protection Claim - Family Name(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname) of the person who made the second previous protection claim.
Second Previous Protection Claim - Given Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the person who made the second previous protection claim.
Second Previous Protection Claim - Relationship Text
Enter the person’s relationship to you (for example, mother, son) for the second previous protection claim.
Second Previous Protection Claim - Date of Claim Date
Enter the date when the second previous protection claim was made.
Second Previous Protection Claim - Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the second previous protection claim was made or indicate UNHCR if applicable.
Second Previous Protection Claim - Result Text
Enter the outcome of the second previous protection claim.
Second Previous Protection Claim - IRB File Number / CIC Client ID Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or CIC client ID number associated with the second previous protection claim.
Self-Identified Sex/Gender (If Different From Passport)
Self-identified sex/gender Text
Enter the sex or gender you personally identify with (if different from the sex/gender shown on your passport).
Seventh Previous Protection Claim
Seventh Claim Family/Last Name(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname[s]) of the person who made the seventh previous protection claim.
Seventh Claim Given/First Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the person who made the seventh previous protection claim.
Seventh Claim Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of this person to you (for example, mother, son) for the seventh previous protection claim.
Seventh Claim Date of Claim Date
Enter the date when the seventh previous protection claim was made.
Seventh Claim Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the seventh previous protection claim was made or indicate UNHCR if it was made through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
Seventh Claim Result Text
Enter the outcome of the seventh previous protection claim (for example, accepted, rejected, not completed).
Seventh Claim IRB File No. / CIC Client ID No. Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or the CIC client ID number associated with the seventh previous protection claim, if available.
Sixth Previous Protection Claim
Sixth Claim Family Name(s) / Surname(s) Text
Enter the family or last name(s) (surname[s]) of the person who made the sixth previous protection claim.
Sixth Claim Given Name(s) Text
Enter the given or first name(s) of the person who made the sixth previous protection claim.
Sixth Claim Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of the person who made the sixth previous protection claim to you (e.g., mother, son).
Sixth Claim Date of Claim Date
Enter the date when the sixth previous protection or asylum claim was made.
Sixth Claim Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the sixth previous protection claim was made or indicate UNHCR if it was made through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
Sixth Claim Result Text
Enter the outcome of the sixth previous protection claim (e.g., accepted, rejected, not completed).
Sixth Claim IRB File No. and/or CIC Client ID No. Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or the CIC client ID number associated with the sixth previous protection claim, if available.
Third Previous Protection Claim
Third Previous Protection Claim - Family/Last Name Text
Enter the family or last name (surname) of the person associated with the third previous protection/asylum claim.
Third Previous Protection Claim - Given/First Name Text
Enter the given or first name of the person associated with the third previous protection/asylum claim.
Third Previous Protection Claim - Relationship Text
Enter the relationship of this person to you (for example, mother, father, son, daughter).
Third Previous Protection Claim - Date of Claim Date
Enter the date when the third previous protection/asylum claim was made.
Third Previous Protection Claim - Country or UNHCR Text
Enter the country where the claim was made or indicate UNHCR if it was made through the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees.
Third Previous Protection Claim - Result Text
Enter the outcome of the third previous protection/asylum claim (for example, accepted, refused, withdrawn).
Third Previous Protection Claim - IRB File Number / CIC Client ID Text
Enter the IRB file number and/or the CIC client ID number associated with the third previous protection/asylum claim.
Type of Canadian Visa Applied For
Work Checkbox
Check this box if the type of Canadian visa you applied for was a work visa/permit.
Visitor Checkbox
Check this box if the type of Canadian visa you applied for was a visitor visa.
Immigrant Checkbox
Check this box if the type of Canadian visa you applied for was an immigrant visa (permanent residence).
Student Checkbox
Check this box if the type of Canadian visa you applied for was a student visa/permit.
Other Checkbox
Check this box if the type of Canadian visa you applied for was not Work, Visitor, Immigrant, or Student.
Visa Application Accepted (Yes/No)
Visa Application Accepted - Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if the Canadian visa application was accepted.
Visa Application Accepted - No Radiobutton
Check this box if the Canadian visa application was not accepted.
Visa Application Date (if Yes)
Visa Application Date (if Yes) Date
Enter the date you applied for a visa to enter Canada (only if you answered YES to applying for a visa). Fill only if 'Visa application to enter Canada - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Visa application to enter Canada - Yes
Visa Application Refused Date
Visa Application Refused Date Date
Enter the date on which the visa application to enter Canada was refused. Fill only if 'Visa Application Accepted - No' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Visa Application Accepted - No
Visa Application to Enter Canada (Yes/No)
Visa application to enter Canada - Yes Radiobutton
Check this box if you applied for a visa to enter Canada.
Visa application to enter Canada - No Radiobutton
Check this box if you did not apply for a visa to enter Canada.
Visa Issued Date and Duration
Visa Issued Date and Duration Text
Enter the date the Canadian visa was issued and the duration (length of validity or stay) for that visa. Fill only if 'Visa Application Accepted - Yes' is 'Yes'.
Depends on: Visa Application Accepted - Yes