An application can need attention after submission even when no decision has arrived. Changes to family circumstances, passports, employment or other relevant information may need to be reported. Requests from IRCC can also carry specific deadlines and upload instructions. Keep a clear correspondence log, identify who checks the account and distinguish requested documents from unsolicited updates. A follow-up should have a defined purpose and include evidence of what changed.
What to plan
- Record application numbers, correspondence and response dates.
- Identify changes that need to be reported.
- Prepare requested documents using the specified channel.
- Use appropriate status enquiries and retain submission confirmations.
The process, step by step.
This is the typical sequence to discuss when agreeing your service. The exact requirements depend on your circumstances and current instructions.
Identify the purpose of the update
Distinguish a requested document, relevant change of circumstances, correction or status enquiry before choosing the correct response channel.
Prepare the supporting information
Use the application identifiers and a concise factual explanation, attaching authentic evidence of the change or requested information.
Submit through the specified route
Follow the government letter or current web form instructions and retain the exact submission and its confirmation for your records.
Monitor and maintain a separate status plan
Continue checking for requests and decisions while tracking permit expiry independently; an update or enquiry does not extend temporary authorization.
What to prepare
These are starting points for a discussion. The official checklist and your circumstances determine the documents required for an application.
- Application number, UCI and submission confirmation
- Government request letters or account messages
- Evidence of the change or information being supplied
- Existing correspondence and representative authorization where applicable
Your questions, answered.
IRCC requires relevant application information to stay current. Check the reporting instructions and provide supporting evidence for the change.
No. IRCC notes that some submitted updates will not appear there. Retain the confirmation and the exact information you sent.
Check the official guidance
Research checked 13 October 2026. Program rules, intake, fees, and processing times can change. Use the current official instructions before making a decision.