Agreed to be the custodian for a child coming to study in Canada? IRCC requires the custodian’s part of the IMM 5646 to be notarized in Canada. Our notaries can do it the same day.
When a minor comes to Canada to study without a parent or legal guardian, a responsible adult in Canada must agree to act as their custodian. The IMM 5646 records that arrangement.
The form has two parts. The custodian’s page is signed by the custodian and notarized in Canada. The parents’ page is signed by the parents or legal guardians and notarized in their home country. IRCC asks for both pages with the study permit application.
Get the latest version from IRCC. Open it in Adobe Acrobat Reader, as it won’t display in a web browser.
Download IMM 5646Download the form and complete the custodian’s details. Leave the signature blank.
IRCC’s wording is ‘notarized (certified by a lawyer or notary)’, so book with us and we’ll make sure a notary public handles it.
Sign in front of the notary. Then send the notarized page to the family so it goes in with the parents’ notarized page.
An adult who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Check IRCC’s minor children study page for the full requirements.
The parents’ page is meant to be notarized in the parents’ home country. If the parents are in Ontario, contact us and we’ll advise.
It’s required for children under 17. At 17 or older it’s only needed if an officer asks for it.
Usually about 10–15 minutes once you are with the notary.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Canada Notary is not affiliated with the Government of Canada or the Government of Ontario. Requirements change, so always use the latest version of the form from the official source and confirm with IRCC. Last reviewed October 2026.
Walk in or book at any of our Ontario offices. Bring the form unsigned and your photo ID, and we’ll take care of the rest. See our fee calculator for pricing.
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