Birth certificate or baptismal certificate

[kial]

Hi guys, I will send my baptismal certificate instead of my birth is that ok ? because my baptismal in English and issued in Canada. any experience for that?

 

[Classic Chucks]

Hi guys, I will send my baptismal certificate instead of my birth is that ok ? because my baptismal in English and issued in Canada. any experience for that?

Not okay. Birth certificate should be submitted, if it's not in English then have it translated.

 

[starnaenae]

Not okay. Birth certificate should be submitted, if it's not in English then have it translated.

The check list states that either birth certificate or baptismal cert is acceptable - if you are the primary applicant not the sponsor. Youre fine to send yours in

 

[Classic Chucks]

The check list states that either birth certificate or baptismal cert is acceptable - if you are the primary applicant not the sponsor. Youre fine to send yours in

Just checked it. You are right, however, I believe if the applicant has the birth certificate, he must do his best to have it translated and submit it. I believe they only included that baptismal now because lots of other applicants don't have one. Birth Certificate still stands to be the best form of identification.

Found this on the basic guide:

Proof of identity documents

• Proof of identity is an important part of an application to become a permanent resident:
  • Carefully review the checklist sections on identity documents, travel documents, and passports.
  • Make sure you submit a copy of your birth certificate, and (if you have included dependents in your application) the birth certificates of your family members.
  • We will return the application to you if you don’t provide all the documents requested.
  • If you are unable to submit a document, you should include a detailed explanation of why you can’t submit this document on a separate piece of paper so that your application is not automatically returned to you.

If this is wrong, correct me. I must have been quoting an old version. But I believe this is new.

 

[kial]

I got 2 options , but I will take your advice and submit both certs.

Thanks!

 

[Classic Chucks]

I got 2 options , but I will take your advice and submit both certs.

Thanks!

Great then! Good luck.