Essential Documents

When you travel to Canada, you will need to have the following documents with you:

• a Canadian immigrant visa and Confirmation of Permanent Residence for each family member travelling with you;
  
• a valid passport or other travel document for each family member travelling with you;
  two copies of a detailed list of all the personal or household items you are bringing with you; and
  
• two copies of a list of items that are arriving later.
  

Note:

The lists should state how much your personal and household items are worth.

Tip:

• Make two copies of these lists - one for you to keep and one for the Canada
  Customs officer. You can get the Canada Border Services Agency form for this purpose
  from the Internet at www.cbsaasfc. gc.ca/e/pbj/cf/b4/.
  
• You must also bring with you enough money to cover living expenses such as
  rent, food, clothing and transportation for a six-month period. You may be asked to
  show proof of your funds.
  

Do not pack your documents in a suitcase. You will need to have them available to show
to immigration and customs officials.