Canada PR Fee Increase 2026: New RPRF and Application Fees Effective April 30
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The Canada PR fee increase 2026 takes effect on April 30, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET. IRCC confirmed that all permanent residence application fees rise this year, including the Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) from $575 to $600 and economic-class principal applicant fees from $950 to $990. This is the first biennial inflation adjustment under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations.
If you plan to apply for permanent residence through Express Entry, a Provincial Nominee Program, family sponsorship, or any business stream, submitting your application before April 30 keeps you at the current PR fee Canada rates. The permanent residence application fee Canada increase affects every economic and family pathway, so the savings on a typical PR application range from $25 (RPRF only) to $135 or more for families.
New Fee Table (Effective April 30, 2026)
Short answer: New PR fees effective April 30, 2026 — RPRF $575 to $600 (+$25), economic-class principal applicant $950 to $990 (+$40), economic-class spouse $950 to $990 (+$40), economic dependent child $260 to $270 (+$10), family sponsorship principal $590 to $615 (+$25), family sponsorship spouse $590 to $615 (+$25), business-class principal $1,810 to $1,895 (+$85); RPRF applies to principal and spouse but not dependent children.
| Fee Type | Current | New (Apr 30) | Increase |
|---|
| Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) | $575 | $600 | +$25 |
| Principal applicant (economic class) | $950 | $990 | +$40 |
| Spouse/partner (economic class) | $950 | $990 | +$40 |
| Dependent child (economic class) | $260 | $270 | +$10 |
| Family sponsorship (principal) | $590 | $615 | +$25 |
| Family sponsorship (spouse) | $590 | $615 | +$25 |
| Business class (principal) | $1,810 | $1,895 | +$85 |
The Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF) is charged in addition to the application processing fee. It applies to the principal applicant and their spouse or common-law partner, but not to dependent children.
Who Is Affected
Short answer: All permanent residence applicants across Express Entry (FSW, CEC, FSTP), Provincial Nominee Program, family sponsorship (spousal and parent/grandparent), business immigration including Start-Up Visa with pending commitment letters, Atlantic Immigration Program, Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot, and Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds.
Every permanent residence applicant across all categories:
- Express Entry (Federal Skilled Worker, Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Trades)
- Provincial Nominee Program (PNP)
- Family Sponsorship (spousal, parent/grandparent)
- Business Immigration (Start-Up Visa applicants with pending commitment letters)
- Atlantic Immigration Program
- Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot
- Humanitarian and Compassionate grounds
What You Should Do
Short answer: Submit before April 30 at 9:00 AM ET if your application is ready (applications received before the deadline are grandfathered at current rates) — if your application is almost ready, prioritize completing documents now since a family of four saves roughly $75 to $120; do not rush an incomplete application since incomplete submissions get returned and you would resubmit at the new rates anyway.
If Your Application Is Ready
Submit it before April 30 at 9:00 AM ET. Applications received before the deadline are grandfathered at the current fee schedule. Do not wait.
If Your Application Is Almost Ready
You have 18 days. Prioritize completing your documents now. The savings are modest per person ($25–$85), but for a family of four applying through Express Entry, the total increase is roughly $75–$120.
If You Are Still Gathering Documents
Do not rush an incomplete application just to beat the deadline. An incomplete submission will be returned, and you will need to resubmit at the new rates. A complete application at the higher fee is better than an incomplete one that gets rejected.
Why Are Fees Increasing?
Short answer: This is an automatic biennial adjustment tied to the Consumer Price Index — IRCC is required under the regulations to adjust fees every two years to keep pace with inflation, and the last adjustment was in 2024.
This is an automatic biennial adjustment tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). IRCC is required under the regulations to adjust fees every two years to keep pace with inflation. The last adjustment was in 2024.
Need Help Getting Your Application Ready?
Short answer: Book an appointment with Go Far Global if you want to submit before the April 30 deadline but need help preparing your application — the team can review documents and ensure your application is complete before the fee increase takes effect.
If you want to submit before the April 30 deadline but need help preparing your application, book an appointment with our team. We can review your documents and ensure your application is complete before the fee increase takes effect.
Published April 12, 2026. Source: IRCC Official Notice
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Immigration laws and policies change frequently. Each case is unique and outcomes depend on individual circumstances. Consult a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) before making immigration decisions.
