Change my address FAQ:
If you have an application in process, you must notify CIC of a change of address. There are different methods depending on whether you are:
•In Canada
•Outside Canada
In Canada
In most cases, you can use the online service. The changes should appear in your file within 15 business days.
Step 1 – Check your eligibility
You can use the online service if:
•your case is being processed in Canada
•your address is in Canada
•you are moving within three weeks
•you have not been requested to report your change of address in person at your local office
Step 2 – Gather your documents
You may need documents related to your application, including one or more of the following:
•a copy of your application
•your financial receipts (IMM 5401)
•any letter or official document issued to you by CIC
Step 3 – Change your address online
Use the online service to notify CIC of your change of address.
Outside Canada
If you are outside Canada, you must contact the Canadian visa office where you submitted your application to change your address.
If you do not inform CIC or the visa office of your change of address, important documents could be delayed or lost. This could cause your application to be refused.