Canada Suspends 36,000 Permanent Residence Applications Due to Ebola Measures

June 12, 2026 · WOWERI

Canada has suspended 36,000 permanent residence applications due to Ebola measures. This is related to quarantine in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.

Introduction of Ebola Measures in Canada

Canada has suspended 36,000 permanent residence applications due to Ebola measures. This is related to quarantine in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan. These measures are introduced to prevent the spread of Ebola in Canada.

Impact on Applicants

The suspension of permanent residence applications will affect more than 36,000 people. Additionally, around 1,700 people who have received permanent residence visas will not be able to enter Canada due to the introduced measures.

What to Do

If you have submitted a permanent residence application to Canada and your application has been suspended, check the status of your application on the Canadian immigration service website.

Source: cicnews.com