Togo to Canada Spousal Sponsorship
Last updated: January, 2026
If you’re sponsoring a spouse, common-law partner, or conjugal partner from Togo (Republic of), it’s important to know that Togo does have country-specific requirements that can easily trigger delays if they’re missed or incomplete.
Most issues arise around travel history, military service, and birth registration, rather than relationship evidence itself.
Here’s a clear breakdown of what makes Togo different—and how to prepare properly.
With Togo-based applications, the strongest files are the ones that treat the Togo add-ons as non-negotiable: IMM 5562 completed for all adults 18+, IMM 5546 and full military card/booklet copies where applicable, and complete supporting documents for any birth certificates that were registered late or not issued at the time of birth.
Our Toronto immigration consultants assisted several clients from Togo, so we know exactly where Togo-based applications tend to get stuck—and how to prevent it. If you’d like a full overview, you can visit our Spousal Sponsorship page, review our spousal sponsorship fees, and book a consultation for personalized guidance based on your situation.
Country-Specific Documents
Additional Country-Specific Forms
Supplementary Information – Your Travels (IMM 5562)
For Togo, this form is mandatory, not optional.
- The principal applicant and all family members aged 18 or older must complete it
- Every trip outside the country must be listed accurately
- Gaps, overlapping dates, or missing trips are common reasons for clarification requests
Consistency between IMM 5562, Schedule A, and passport stamps is critical.
Details of Military Service (IMM 5546)
This form is required if anyone included in the application has ever:
- Held a high-ranking or senior government position, or
- Served in the military, army, defence forces, police, or national service
If applicable, you must also submit:
- Copies of all pages of the military card or booklet, including blank pages
Failure to disclose military or government service—even if it was brief—can cause serious delays or refusal.
Required Civil Documents
Birth Certificate Requirements
Birth registration issues are one of the most common problem areas in Togo-based applications.
Late-registered births
If a birth was registered late, IRCC requires additional identity evidence, which may include:
- The original baptism certificate
- Old school records (primary, middle, or secondary)
- Voter’s ID card
These documents help establish identity and parentage when civil registration was delayed.
Birth certificates not issued at the time of birth (children)
If a child’s birth certificate was not issued at birth, you must submit:
- The supplementary judgment
- Another official document naming the parents
- School documents listing the parents (or a written explanation if unavailable)
- The household registry
Missing even one of these can lead to a request for additional documents.
The Hidden Hurdle
Translation
Documents from Togo are commonly issued in French or local formats.
If any document is not in English or French, you must provide:
- The original document
- A certified translation that meets IRCC requirements
Pay close attention to:
- Name spellings across documents
- Date formats
- Parent names and household records
Minor inconsistencies can raise concerns about identity or family relationships.
Biometrics
As with most sponsorship applications, biometrics are required in most cases.
The applicant will receive instructions after submission on where and how to complete them.
