On the official record
Official / RED VERIFIEDIRPR s. 10 requires the application in writing, signed, with the information and documents the Regulations require, and with evidence the fee was paid.
The Express Entry completeness PDI says an incomplete application is rejected under R10 and the fees are refunded. The official AOR is the R10-passed letter.
Source: IRPR s. 10 (form and content of application) · official page Aug 6, 2026 · checked Aug 21, 2026
Source: IRCC PDI: Express Entry completeness check · official page Jan 23, 2026 · checked Aug 21, 2026 · If a public page and this PDI disagree, this PDI wins.
Source: IRCC PDI: Terms and definitions related to permanent residence · official page Aug 12, 2026 · checked Aug 21, 2026