Application to Change the Location of a Proceeding

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​The Application to Change the Location of a Proceeding (PDF, 182 KB) can be used by claimants who have moved or who intend to move, and who wish to have their proceeding held at a Refugee Protection Division (RPD) office in another city in Canada. Please consult the application for full instructions.

This form can be printed and completed by hand, or it can be completed electronically and printed. Signatures cannot be entered electronically; you must first print the document and sign by hand.

The completed form should be submitted to the RPD office indicated in your Notice to Appear, by mail, fax, or in person. It cannot be submitted by email.