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My Refugee Claim Journey (7)

4.9Basis of Claim and Narrative

Understand the Basis of Claim Form The Basis of Claim (BOC) form is the most important document in your refugee claim. In it, you give details about who you are and the reasons […]

4.6Eligibility Interview

[…] in person, and  information from your interview. CBSA also sends these notes to the IRB-RPD. Basis of Claim Form (BOC) (one for each family member). You must fill in and send your BOC […]

4.8IRCC Portal

[…] Before you use the portal, these are the important documents to have ready: Your complete Basis of Claim (BOC) Form your passport or travel document Use of a Representative form […]

2.1Start your Refugee Claim

[…] as you can.  Once you decide to make your claim, get legal help for your Basis of Claim (BOC) Form. It takes time to work with a legal representative to […]

4.3Port of Entry Claim

[…] Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB) Instructions about how and when to submit your Basis of Claim (BOC) form  Instructions about how and when to complete your Immigration Medical […]

1.2Meet the Three Government Agencies

[…] Division (RPD) decides if you can get refugee protection in Canada. The IRB-RPD: Reads your Basis of Claim (BOC) Form and your other documents and evidence Conducts your refugee hearing […]