When you apply, you may need to provide proof of a medical exam and/or a police check.
You may need to have a medical exam. This is to
- protect the health and safety of Canadians
- prevent excessive demand on Canada’s health and social services system
Find out more about medical exams.
We use police certificates to find out if you have a criminal record. They help visa officers make sure you aren’t a security risk to Canada.
You must get a police certificate if you’re applying for permanent residence or Canadian citizenship.
You might need a police certificate if you’re coming to Canada as a:
- tourist
- student
- temporary worker
- live-in caregiver
Find out more about police certificates and where to get a police certificate depending on where you live.