Special program to sponsor Afghan refugees without refugee status from the UNHCR or a foreign state

Starting October 17, 2022, groups of five and community sponsors in Canada were able to sponsor Afghan refugees without having to submit a refugee status determination (RSD) document.

If you already applied

We’ll review and process your application. Find out when we’ll contact you and what else happens after you apply as a

• group of five
• community sponsor

Make sure you keep your information up to date

You must tell us if

• your address or telephone number changes after you apply
• the refugee(s) you’re sponsoring moves

Follow the instructions in your sponsorship application guide to tell us if any of this information changes.