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IMM 5604 Fillable Form: Declaration from Non-accompanying Parent
Fill in the official IRCC declaration here, with a separate page for every child, then sign it in front of a notary public by secure video.
You fill in this form yourself, and we commission it by video. We don't give legal advice or draft documents.
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Also known as: Declaration from Non-accompanying Parent/Guardian · Non-accompanying Parent Consent · IMM5604E · Parental Consent for a Minor Immigrating to Canada · No Objection Declaration for a Child
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What is IMM 5604?
IMM 5604 is a one-page IRCC declaration made by a parent or guardian who is not moving to Canada with their child. By signing it, that parent states that they have no objection to the child immigrating with the other parent or guardian, and that they understand they may be separated from the child permanently.
It is typically requested when only one parent is part of the immigration application, for example after a separation or divorce. A former spouse or former common-law partner signs it too. IRCC asks for the completed form together with a photocopy of the signing parent's identity document.
Who signs IMM 5604, and in front of whom
Only the parent or guardian who stays behind signs it. The parent who immigrates with the child does not sign this form; their name simply appears in the middle of the page.
The form itself says it must be witnessed by a notary public, and the bottom section is completed by that notary: their title and name, their stamp, their signature and the date. With us, the signing parent joins a video call from wherever they live, shows their passport on camera and signs on screen, and the notary public completes the witness section.
One form for each child
IRCC states it plainly at the top of the form: one IMM 5604 per child. A family with two children needs two signed declarations, even though every other line is the same.
You do not have to type everything twice. Add up to four children in the form above and we prepare a separate official page for each of them, with your name, the parent who travels and your phone number repeated on every page. Each page is one document on the booking, so a declaration for two children is booked as one document plus one additional document.
What goes on each line
| Line on the form | What to write |
|---|---|
| I, ... | Your own full name, as it appears in your passport or travel document. |
| Child's full name and date of birth | Exactly as in the child's passport, date in YYYY-MM-DD format. |
| Parent/Guardian full name and relationship | The parent or guardian who is moving to Canada with the child, and how they are related to the child. |
| Second Parent/Guardian line | Only if a second parent or guardian, such as a step-parent, immigrates with the child. Otherwise it stays empty. |
| "Someone other than the parent/guardian" | Only if the child travels to Canada with another person, for example a grandparent on the flight. |
| Emergency contact telephone number | A number where you can be reached, with the country code if you live outside Canada. |
| Signature, date and place | Left empty. You sign on the call; the notary public completes the date, the place and everything below. |
Mistakes that get IMM 5604 returned
- One form for several children. Listing two children on one page is the most common reason the declaration has to be redone.
- A signature that was not witnessed. Signing at home and having the page stamped later does not meet the form's own instruction. The notary has to see you sign.
- Names that do not match the passports. A shortened name or a missing middle name on the child's line can delay the application.
- Forgetting the copy of your ID. IRCC wants a photocopy of a valid identity document of the signing parent with the form. The photo ID you upload when booking is a good copy to keep for it.
- The witness section filled in by the parent. The lines for the witness's name, stamp and date belong to the notary public. Leave them alone.
IMM 5604 or a travel consent letter?
| Document | What it is for | Who signs |
|---|---|---|
| IMM 5604 | A child moving to Canada permanently or as a temporary resident with one parent | The parent or guardian who stays behind, before a notary public |
| Travel consent letter | A trip abroad from Canada and back, such as a holiday or a school trip | The parent or parents who do not travel |
| IMM 5646 | A minor studying in Canada while the parents live abroad | The parents and the custodian in Canada |
If you are unsure which document your application needs, the IRCC instructions for your application or the office that asked for it is the place to confirm. We commission the declaration you choose; we do not advise on immigration.
Signing IMM 5604 with a notary public by video
When you press Book and Sign, the finished pages are attached to your booking, so there is nothing to scan or upload. Choose a time, add a photo of your passport and pay. On the call, the notary public checks your passport, you confirm each page is correct and sign it on screen, and the notary completes the witness section. The commissioned declaration arrives by email, ready to go into the application together with the copy of your ID.
Because the call is online, it does not matter where the non-accompanying parent lives: in Ontario, elsewhere in Canada or in another country.
Already have it filled in?
Upload your own copy when you book and sign it with us by video.
FAQ
Can I sign IMM 5604 if I live outside Canada?
Yes. You join the video call from any country with your passport. The notary public who witnesses your signature is in Ontario.
Do I need a separate form for each child?
Yes, IRCC asks for one form per child. Add every child in the form above and we prepare a separate page for each.
How much does it cost for two children?
Each page is one document: the first at the standard price and the second as an additional document. The booking page adds it for you.
Does the other parent need to be on the call?
No. Only the parent or guardian who is not immigrating signs IMM 5604.
Can I download the filled form?
No. The pages are attached to your booking and signed on the call, and the commissioned declaration is emailed to you right after.
Can I change the number of children after booking?
Names and dates can be corrected from the link in your confirmation email. The number of children decides how many documents were booked, so for that please call us.
Do you fill in or check IMM 5604 for me?
No. You fill in the form yourself and are responsible for what it says. We verify your identity and witness your signature; we do not give immigration or legal advice.
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