TRV Application - Optional Documents

[Haarik]

Hi everyone,

I hope you all are doing well. I am currently in the process of applying for Temporary Resident Visas (TRV) for myself and my wife. Here's our situation:

My wife received her PGWP and I got my SOWP extended for 3 more years. Our visas have expired, and we plan to travel home soon, so we are applying for TRVs.​

I have started a new application in the IRCC portal and have prepared the following REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
For my wife (the former student):

• IMM5257 (Application for Visitor Visa)
• Work Permit
• Passport
• IMM5713 (Family Information Form)
• Marriage Certificate
• Proof of upfront medical exam
• Photo

For myself (Family Member 1):

• IMM5708 (Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Visitor or Temporary Resident Permit Holder)
• Passport

My question is, do we need to provide any additional documents as OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS? Specifically, I'm wondering if we should include:

• Letter of Explanation (SOP)
• Proof of funds
• Employment Letters
• Degree Certificate
• Or, any other relevant documents

Any advice or suggestions from those who have been through this process would be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance for your help.