Sri Lanka to Canada Spousal Sponsorship

Last updated: January, 2026

Sponsoring your spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner from Sri Lanka? While Sri Lanka does not have a long list of “extra” forms, the challenge lies in the format and translation of your civil documents.

The Colombo Visa Office is strict about document authenticity and translations.

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Country-Specific Documents

Travel History (IMM 5562): Required for the principal applicant and all family members aged 18+.
Military Service (IMM 5546): Mandatory if the applicant has served in the Sri Lanka Army, Navy, Air Force, Police, or Civil Defence Force.
- Requirement: You must scan the full military booklet (including blank pages) and discharge papers.

Required Civil Documents

Marriage Certificates:
- General/Kandyan: Submit the official Marriage Certificate (and translation).
- Muslim: Submit the Marriage Registration Certificate (Nikah) with a certified translation.
Birth Certificates: Submit the “Certified Copy” of the birth registration entry. Older, handwritten copies are often illegible and rejected; get a fresh copy from the Divisional Secretariat if needed.

Police Certificates (PCC)

Police Certificate: All applicants aged 18+ must provide a Police Clearance Certificate issued by Sri Lanka Police Headquarters (in Colombo).