On December 28, 2023, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada announced a new humanitarian pathway for people affected by the conflict in Sudan.

“The ongoing conflict in Sudan, as well as the humanitarian situation on the ground, remains deeply concerning. Canada will continue to help those in need and uphold our humanitarian traditions as a country. This humanitarian pathway will help reunite loved ones and save lives. We recognize the resilience of the Sudanese people, and are grateful for their continued contributions to their communities and our country.”

– The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

• Applicants must complete all biometric and security screening and must not be inadmissible to Canada.
• In 2023, Canada has allocated over $165 million in humanitarian assistance funding to experienced partners in Sudan and neighbouring countries impacted by the crisis.
•  In addition to the measures announced today, Canada has already announced temporary measures for Sudanese nationals:
  • allowing Sudanese nationals in Canada to apply to extend their stay or change their status as a visitor, student or temporary worker, free of charge
  • waiving temporary residence application fees for foreign nationals who fled Sudan with their Canadian family members
  • prioritizing processing of temporary and permanent residence applications already in our system from people still in Sudan
  • waiving the requirement to hold a passport or travel document to be approved for a permanent resident visa to come to Canada
  • waiving passport and permanent resident travel document fees for citizens and permanent residents of Canada in Sudan who wish to leave

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