Program delivery update: Protected persons: Processing applications for permanent residence – Admissibility

What’s New
– The policy considerations for the temporary public policy exempting in-Canada protected persons from the Immigration Medical Examination (IME) requirement for permanent residence applications have been updated.

Who is affected
– This update affects in-Canada protected persons applying for permanent residence, particularly those who are exempt from the IME requirement.

Key dates
– The amendments to the policy are effective as of October 30, 2025.

Required actions
– Affected individuals should review the updated policy considerations to understand their rights and responsibilities when applying for permanent residence without the IME requirement.