How do I withdraw my application for family sponsorship?
Send us your request using this Web form.
In the text field, include:
- Your name,
- Your date of birth,
- Your complete address,
- The date the application was sent,
- Your client ID number (if available),
- The type of application (for example, sponsorship of my spouse),
- The reason for the withdrawal.
In the Web form, upload:
- A copy of the electronic payment receipt,
or
- a copy of both sides of the payment receipt (form IMM 5401).
Note: If your sponsored relative becomes a permanent resident before we get your cancellation request, we can’t cancel your application. You will have to respect your sponsorship obligations.
See also: Will I get my fees back if I withdraw my sponsorship application?
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