Notice of Withdrawal of a Claim for Refugee Protection

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The Notice of Withdrawal of a Claim for Refugee Protection (PDF, 280 KB) should be submitted to the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) if a claimant is withdrawing their claim for refugee protection under Rule 59(2) of the Refugee Protection Division Rules.

Instructions on how to submit your notice:

  1. print and sign the form
  2. email the signed form to the IRB office in your area

You can also send the form by fax, mail, or deliver it in person.