Once an Express Entry permanent residence application is submitted through the IRCC Secure Account or the Authorized Paid Representative Portal, you’ll notice that the application details are no longer visible under “View submitted application or upload documents.”

This is not very helpful, after all, you may want to review what was submitted. The good news, there’s a simple workaround that allows you to view the submitted Express Entry application in full.

Step-by-Step Guide to Access a Submitted Express Entry Application

Follow these steps to see IRCC application forms after submission:

1. Log in to your IRCC Secure Account or Authorized Paid Representative Portal.
2. Open the submitted permanent residence application.
3. Select “View submitted application or upload documents.”
4. On the “Documents submitted by the client” page, look at the URL in your browser.
5. Change the URL from:

https://onlineservices-servicesenligne.cic.gc.ca/eapp/documentstoSubmit

to:

https://onlineservices-servicesenligne.cic.gc.ca/eapp/applicationChecklist

6. Refresh the page

7. You’ll now be able to see the submitted forms. To view each section of the Express Entry application, click “View form.”

Why This Hack is Useful

Being able to access a submitted Express Entry application is valuable for several reasons:

✅ Review accuracy – Double-check the details submitted to IRCC.

✅ Peace of mind – Avoid second-guessing while you wait for updates.

✅ Future reference – Keep a record for future immigration applications of document requests by IRCC.

✅ Professional use – Immigration representatives can confirm client submissions.

Final Thoughts

IRCC doesn’t make it obvious how to view a submitted application, but this URL change hack makes it possible. If you’ve submitted an Express Entry permanent residence application in Canada and want to review the exact forms, this method will give you full access.

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