Panama to Canada Spousal Sponsorship
Last updated: January, 2026
Sponsoring your spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner from Panama? The Mexico City Visa Office is strict about Document Certification and Police Checks.
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Country-Specific Documents
Travel History (IMM 5562): We strongly recommend completing this form for the principal applicant and all family members aged 18+.
Required Civil Documents
Do not use notary copies. IRCC requires government-issued certified copies.
- Issuing Authority: All Marriage, Birth, and Death certificates must be issued by the Dirección General del Registro Civil (Tribunal Electoral).
- Requirement: You must submit a government-certified true copy (often with official stamps/seals). Simple photocopies are not accepted.
Police Certificates (PCC)
- Requirement: Applicants aged 18+ must provide a Police Record (Récord Policivo).
- Issuing Authority: This is issued by the Dirección de Investigación Judicial (DIJ).
- Process: Can often be requested online (Panama Digital) or in person.
Translation Requirements
If any document is not in English or French, include:
- the original document (or required certified copy), plus
- a certified translation
Make sure names, dates, and document details match exactly between the original and the translation.
