I am sepreated, but not divorced . Ircc request for divorce certificate . What can do?

[Tee2025]

Hi Yasir, I just wanted to check with you, whether you already got the PR ? I'm in the same situation, I've just submitted all the documents, letters, affidavits, even a letter from my lawyer and court. Now I'm waiting for their response. I jst want to know whether this actually works, or they are in particular with teh divorce certificate. Please let me know, this is a huge stressful situation for me. Any advise would greatly be appreciate.

@Cham333 please can you share the samples of letters, affidavit, lawyers letter and court letters, also have you gotten a response from ircc about this, kindly inform us how it all went

 

[valiantologist]

@Cham333 please can you share the samples of letters, affidavit, lawyers letter and court letters, also have you gotten a response from ircc about this, kindly inform us how it all went

Hi

What is your situation and current status in the PR process. And have they asked you for the divorce certificate?

 

[Tee2025]

I'll be honest with you, It will be difficult for you if you did not start the divorce process. You must at least start the procedure in order to show the officer that your separation is final and you do not intend to sponsor her. So here is what you need to do

1. So first what you will need to do is to start the divorce. Get a paper from the court with your file or case number proving you have filed a divorce case
2. Go to a notary or a lawyer (or any certified commissioner to have a legalized affidavit) and have a signed affidavit stating that you are right now seperated, your separation is final, you do not intend to reconcile and you do not intend to sponsor her in the future into Canada
3. Write an explanation letter in response to IRCC request using the font ARIAL size 14. You need to use short sentences explaining your situation right now, that you have started the divorce process (see attachement your court documents that you will provide), You explain why you cannot provide divorce certificate (example the case is still in the divorce court and not finalized) and that your separation is final and you will not sponsor your ex into Canada ( see attachement 2 the legalized affidavit)
4. Sign your explanation letter and don't forget to put your name, IRCC's application number and your UCI if you have it. Remember always short sentence (use bullet points if you need) and straight to point. keep it short and sweet

Good luck and keep us updated

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Hi

What is your situation and current status in the PR process. And have they asked you for the divorce certificate?

IRCC is asking for divorce certificate, i filled legally separated and provided them with affidavit of separation from High court in my home country earlier when the first ADR came requesting for proof of separation, i also provided my bills and children bills receipts that i have handling myself but they still sent me another ADR for divorce certificate which i don't have because i haven't filed for it yet. What can i do?

 

[valiantologist]

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IRCC is asking for divorce certificate, i filled legally separated and provided them with affidavit of separation from High court in my home country earlier when the first ADR came requesting for proof of separation, i also provided my bills and children bills receipts that i have handling myself but they still sent me another ADR for divorce certificate which i don't have because i haven't filed for it yet. What can i do?

I tagged you to other threads. Read thru those. My journey has been the same try your level best to continue proving in as many ways as possible that you are legally seperated.

My 1st ADR was Nov 28, 2023
And I got eCoPR on June 11, 2025

Took many attempts and affidavits and papers to convince them and get thru but keep.your perseverance. You will get thru.

 

[Tee2025]

Hi

What is your situation and current status in the PR process. And have they asked you for the divorce certificate?

Yes they are asking for it and i haven't applied for it yet, i choose legally separated for my civil status and gave them a sworn affidavit regarding it but before but they are still asking for more documents to give clarity.

 

[Tee2025]

I tagged you to other threads. Read thru those. My journey has been the same try your level best to continue proving in as many ways as possible that you are legally seperated.

My 1st ADR was Nov 28, 2023
And I got eCoPR on June 11, 2025

Took many attempts and affidavits and papers to convince them and get thru but keep.your perseverance. You will get thru.

thank you, please how do i find the thread?

 

[Tee2025]

You have two options:
Either go to La Mairie, and do Assermentation ou legalisation de signature. Or you can go to a Notary ( Notaire ) and ask to do a declaration de séparation ( check Neonotario.com)
I don't have my documents here with me right now but I can email you of you want a sample of an affidavit you can do at la Mairie

could you please email me too a sample of how these documents should be written? Thanks in anticipation

 

[valiantologist]

Yes they are asking for it and i haven't applied for it yet, i choose legally separated for my civil status and gave them a sworn affidavit regarding it but before but they are still asking for more documents to give clarity.

If you haven't applied for a divorce in court yet, I do not know how that goes.
For me my legal procedure had been going on for years but just not concluded. So I did keep submitting the updated status again and again along with other affidavits and

could you please email me too a sample of how these documents should be written? Thanks in anticipation

could you please email me too a sample of how these documents should be written? Thanks in anticipation

Yes, My PR application was approved. But I gave every piece of evidence I had

Legally seperated yet IRCC asks for divorce decree

Search the above two threads

 

[priyabansal.in]

I'll be honest with you, It will be difficult for you if you did not start the divorce process. You must at least start the procedure in order to show the officer that your separation is final and you do not intend to sponsor her. So here is what you need to do

1. So first what you will need to do is to start the divorce. Get a paper from the court with your file or case number proving you have filed a divorce case
2. Go to a notary or a lawyer (or any certified commissioner to have a legalized affidavit) and have a signed affidavit stating that you are right now seperated, your separation is final, you do not intend to reconcile and you do not intend to sponsor her in the future into Canada
3. Write an explanation letter in response to IRCC request using the font ARIAL size 14. You need to use short sentences explaining your situation right now, that you have started the divorce process (see attachement your court documents that you will provide), You explain why you cannot provide divorce certificate (example the case is still in the divorce court and not finalized) and that your separation is final and you will not sponsor your ex into Canada ( see attachement 2 the legalized affidavit)
4. Sign your explanation letter and don't forget to put your name, IRCC's application number and your UCI if you have it. Remember always short sentence (use bullet points if you need) and straight to point. keep it short and sweet

Good luck and keep us updated

Hi @sabensaid92 ,

does notary have to be from Canada or the country where the divorce process is on going. If possible, would you be able to share sample documents (after hiding the important details) and also can we connect for a call?

 

[sabensaid92]

Hi @sabensaid92 ,

does notary have to be from Canada or the country where the divorce process is on going. If possible, would you be able to share sample documents (after hiding the important details) and also can we connect for a call?

does notary have to be from Canada or the country where the divorce process is on going : No need. Any notary works as long as he got an official stamp and documents should be translated in french and english if the document is in foreign language.

would you be able to share sample documents (after hiding the important details) : I don't know what you mean by sample document because for my case they all either government issued documents ( not sure if we have shared the same country of residency) or containing many information of my ongoing case that's still pending in courts and I cannot share them publicly. If what you need is an affidavit of separation I've made one just by searching threads here and with a help of Chatgpt to further enhance it but I can share this here:

(Address)


UCI: xxxxx
Application Number: xxxxxxx


AFFIDAVIT


I, the undersigned, XXXXX, born on XXXXXXX in (City), (Country) and holding (nationality) passport number: ********, solemnly declare the following:


I am separated and in the process of divorcing my spouse, XXXX, born on XXXXX in (City), (Country) and holding (nationality) passport number: ********.


I have only ever been married once (or twice, or three times depending on your situation) in my life, and it was to XXXXXXX. (If you have only been married once, you can add: “I have never had a common-law partner nor have I ever been married before or after this marriage.”)


I left my spouse XXXXXXX and the matrimonial home on (date). I have been living alone since then at the following address: XXXXXXXX.


I have absolutely no intention of reconciling with my spouse. My separation is final and definitive, and I am currently pursuing legal action to obtain a divorce (add the court file number, summons number, or any other official court document reference here).


I do not intend to sponsor XXXXXXX in the future for immigration purposes to Canada. Mr. or Mrs. XXXXX does not wish to undergo a police background check or any related process.


I hereby certify that the above statements are true as of the date indicated below, and I understand that any false statement on my part may subject me to criminal penalties.


Done at: XXXXX on (Date)


Signature
Name

And this is a sample of a letter I used to respond to one of IRCC'S request regarding my marital status:

Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing in response to the Procedural Fairness Letter (DATE).
I wish to clarify this matter regarding my marital history, Please note that I have always endeavored to explain my situation to IRCC in a transparent and precise manner. I understand the heavy workload you have, and I kindly ask you to consider all my explanations and evidence and also my previous explanatory Letters sent to IRCC.

A. Summary of the Situation and Clarification of My Marital Status:
• I have only been married once in my life, and that’s to (Spouse name). I was single until my marriage on DATE (See attachment 1) and I'm not in a relationship now.
• I am now separated and in the process of divorcing my spouse NAME.
• I am unable to provide a divorce certificate as the case is still before the court and the first hearing date is scheduled for DATE.
• I have clearly communicated, in several explanatory letters to IRCC the fact that I was separated from My Spouse.
• I do not intend to reconcile or sponsor Name of Spouse to Canada in the future. My separation is final as stated in my Affidavit (See attachment 2).

Good luck