Hi,
I am a newbie here. I am about to start to fill out the forms. I just want to clarify.
I am only sponsoring my spouse, we/he doesn't have any children. Do I need to fill up the financial evaulation form (IM 1283) and sponsorship evaluation form (IM5481)?
Thanks
Please go to Guide 5525 and check for the details of forms and who has to fill what form;
Sponsor Forms:
1) IMM 1344 : Both PA and Sponsor fill and sign on the same form.
2) IMM 5532: (download a new form) Both PA and Sponsor fill and sign on the same form.
3) IMM 5481: Only, If sponsoring dependent children who don't have their own children.
4) IMM 1283 (Financial Evaluation) : Only if you are sponsoring a dependent child who has a dependent child.
5) IMM 5476: Only if one use a representative.
PA Forms:
1) IMM 1344: Both PA and Sponsor fill and sign on the same form.
2) IMM 0008: (download a new form) Both PA and Sponsor fill and sign on the same form.
3) IMM 0008DEP : Only one has more than 5 dependents.
4) IMM 5406 :Additional family info (Only PA and other member who are accompanying with PA will fill this form. This form is not for sponsor.)
5) IMM 5532: (download a new form) Both PA and Sponsor fill and sign on the same form.
Additional family info: IMM 5406 ( for PA and members accompanying PA in application)
PLEASE NOTE: IMM 1344 and IMM 5532 are updated in MARCH and APRIL so please download and fill new forms. There must be only one form for PA and sponsor both.
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/5525ETOC.asp