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Immigration Documents to Save
A simple list of immigration-related documents to secure and back up.
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Immigration Documents to Save
Key Identity and Status Documents
- Passports (current and expired, if available)
- Visas (stamped in passport and any separate visa documents)
- Immigration permits (residence, temporary status, permanent status)
- Work permits and study permits
Sponsorship and Application Records
- Sponsorship approval letters and correspondence
- Copies of sponsorship applications and forms submitted
- Receipts or proof of application fees paid
- Letters from immigration authorities about your status
Employment and Study Documents Connected to Status
- Employment contracts linked to work authorization
- Job offer letters used for immigration applications
- School admission or enrollment letters linked to study permits
- Scholarship or funding letters used for visa applications
Where to Store Copies
- Keep original documents in a safe, dry place you can access
- Make paper photocopies and store them in a separate location
- Save clear photos or scans to a secure digital location you can access from another device
- Note document numbers, expiry dates, and issuing country in a simple written list
Additional tools for organizing immigration and identity records can also be found through resources listed at DV.Support.