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Family and children: declarations and consents
Family-related processes — a child's travel, custody, support, separation, common-law union — often rely on a written declaration that the receiving organization, court or institution wants signed under oath.
Each article in this theme explains when the declaration is requested, what it should contain and what it does not replace (a judgment, a notarial agreement, a court decision). When an official form exists, it must be used first.
44 articles
General declarations
Declaration relating to a marriage or civil union contract: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does an organization, a court, or an institution require a declaration confirming the existence or content of your marriage or civil union contract? Here's what to know.
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ME-0032 — Consent declaration for the permanent immigration of a minor child accompanied by one parent
Québec's Ministère de l'Immigration, de la Francisation et de l'Intégration (MIFI) requires the non-accompanying parent's consent for a minor child's permanent immigration. Here's what form ME-0032 provides for.
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Parental travel authorization: legalization and format required for international travel
Is your parental travel authorization ready, but does the destination country require legalization, an apostille, or a specific format? Here's what to know before you travel.
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Declaration for a non-accompanying parent: in what cases, and how does it work?
Is a minor child applying for immigration or a study permit accompanied by only one parent, and does IRCC require a declaration from the non-accompanying parent? Here's what to know.
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Declaration relating to child or spousal support: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does an organization require a sworn declaration confirming the payment, receipt, or amount of child or spousal support? Here's what to know before having it sworn.
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Sworn declaration of capacity to marry: in what cases, and how does it work?
Do you need to marry abroad, and does an authority require a sworn declaration confirming you meet the legal conditions to marry? Here's what to know.
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Consent letter for a minor child: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does a parent need to confirm their consent for a process involving their minor child — travel, medical care, school registration — without being present? Here's what to know about the consent letter.
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Declaration of a gift or loan between relatives: how does it work?
Is a relative giving or lending you money, and does an institution ask you to confirm it under oath? Here's what to know.
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Declaration of a parent entrusting their child's custody to a third party: how does it work?
Are you temporarily entrusting your child's custody to a grandparent, a relative, or a friend, and does a school, an organization, or a clinic require a sworn declaration confirming it? Here's what to know.
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Declaration of inability to reach the other parent: how does it work?
Can't get the other parent's signature or consent for your child? Here's when a sworn declaration may be requested.
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Declaration of school attendance for an adult child: how does it work?
Is your adult child still studying, and does an organization or former spouse ask you to confirm it under oath? Here's what to know.
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Declaration relating to a missing or absent person: how does it work?
Has a relative gone missing or been out of contact for a long time, and does an institution ask for a sworn declaration? Here's what to know.
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Declaration relating to a power of attorney: when is it needed and how does it work?
Does a bank, organization or court require a sworn declaration linked to a power of attorney? Here's what to know before your appointment.
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Proof of relationship for immigration: what can a sworn declaration contain?
As part of a sponsorship or permanent residence application, IRCC requires proof of the relationship — and a sworn declaration can be part of it. Here's what to know.
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PWGSC-TPSGC 2016 — Statutory declaration — common-law relationship (survivor, public service): online oath commissioning
PWGSC-TPSGC 2016 (Government of Canada — Public Services and Procurement Canada (Public Service Pension Plan)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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Residence declaration for a child's school registration: how does it work?
Does the school or school service centre ask for proof your child lives at the stated address? Here's when a sworn declaration can help.
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Sworn caregiver declaration: when is it needed and how does it work?
Do you support a sick, elderly or dependent relative, and does an organization or employer ask for a sworn declaration? Here's what to know.
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Sworn child custody declaration: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does an organization, a school, or a foreign country require a sworn declaration confirming your child's custody arrangements? Here's what to know before having it sworn.
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Sworn cohabitation declaration: when is it needed and how does it work?
Does an organization or insurer want to know who you live with? Here's when a sworn cohabitation declaration may be requested.
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Sworn common-law separation declaration: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does an organization require a sworn declaration confirming the date or circumstances of your common-law separation? Here's what to know before having it sworn.
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Sworn declaration for a guardianship application: how does it work?
Are you starting a guardianship process for a minor or an incapable adult and need to support your file with a declaration under oath? Here's what to know.
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Sworn declaration of a dependant: when is it needed and how does it work?
Does an insurer, employer or organization require proof that someone depends on you? Here's when a sworn declaration may be requested.
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Sworn declaration of no remarriage: in what cases, and how does it work?
Does a foreign organization or a pension plan require a declaration confirming you have not remarried since a divorce or the death of your spouse? Here's what to know.
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Sworn declaration of single status: in what cases, and how does it work?
Do you need to marry abroad or provide proof of your marital status, and has someone asked for a sworn declaration of single status? Here's what to know.
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Good conduct and no-criminal-record declaration: how does it work?
Has someone asked you for a sworn declaration attesting to your good conduct or absence of a criminal record — for volunteering, work abroad, or an adoption? Here's what to know before having it sworn.
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IMM 5519 — Statutory declaration of severance of a common-law union: online oath commissioning
IMM 5519 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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Sworn financial situation declaration: in what contexts, and how?
Has a court, legal aid, or an organization asked you for a sworn declaration describing your personal financial situation? Here's what it's for, what it should contain, and how to have it sworn.
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1040 — Family Status Declaration — Student Financial Assistance: online oath commissioning
Family Status Declaration — Student Financial Assistance (Student Financial Assistance (Québec)): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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4488 — Sworn Statement – Presence in Québec and Identification of a Child: online oath commissioning
Sworn Statement – Presence in Québec and Identification of a Child (the Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec (RAMQ)): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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FO-0350 — Declaration under oath — person who has resided outside Canada for one year or more: online oath commissioning
Declaration under oath — person who has resided outside Canada for one year or more (Québec's Ministère de la Famille): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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FO-0352 — Declaration under oath — person selected as principal manager: online oath commissioning
Declaration under oath — person selected as principal manager (Québec's Ministère de la Famille): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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FO-0353 — Declaration under oath — waiver of the verification of absence of impediment (change of provider): online oath commissioning
Declaration under oath — waiver of the verification of absence of impediment (change of provider) (Québec's Ministère de la Famille): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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Request for an attestation — care for a child without the other parent's consent: online oath commissioning
Request for an attestation — care for a child without the other parent's consent (Directeur des poursuites criminelles et pénales (DPCP)): what this document is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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FO-0351 — Declaration under oath for a person who has resided in Canada for less than a year (childcare): online oath commissioning
FO-0351 (Québec Ministère de la Famille): what this declaration under oath is for, who must complete it, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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CF-FC 2010 — Statutory declaration — Canadian Forces Superannuation Act: online oath commissioning
CF-FC 2010 (Government of Canada — Pension Centre): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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CF-FC 2016 — Statutory declaration of a common-law union (Canadian Armed Forces pension plan): online oath commissioning
CF-FC 2016 (Government of Canada — Pension Centre): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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CF-FC 2483 — Statutory declaration — pension benefits division information: online oath commissioning
CF-FC 2483 (Government of Canada — Pension Centre): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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CF-FC 2484 — Statutory declaration — application for pension benefits division: online oath commissioning
CF-FC 2484 (Government of Canada — Pension Centre): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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CIT 0458 — Statutory declaration of common-law union — citizenship: online oath commissioning
CIT 0458 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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IMM 0191 — Statutory declaration — relationship between a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and a Ukrainian national: online oath commissioning
IMM 0191 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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IMM 0208 — Statutory declaration of a supporter — foreign nationals affected by the conflict in Sudan: online oath commissioning
IMM 0208 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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IMM 0210 — Statutory declaration — relationship with an extended family member and residence in Canada: online oath commissioning
IMM 0210 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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IMM 5409 — Statutory declaration of common-law union: online oath commissioning
IMM 5409 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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IMM 5990 — Statutory declaration — relationship of an extended family member in Canada: online oath commissioning
IMM 5990 (IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada)): what this form is for, why it must be signed under oath, where to download it, and how to have it sworn online.
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