CITIZENSHIP

Citizenship Application

Applying for Canadian citizenship will allow you to apply for a Canadian passport as well as vote in Federal and Provincial elections. Most permanent residents are eligible to apply for citizenship after residing in Canada for a number of years.

Proof of Citizenship

You can apply for a Canadian citizenship certificate if no other proof is available to show that you are a Canadian citizen.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

  • A Citizenship Application is for permanent residents who want to become Canadian citizens through naturalization.

    Proof of Citizenship is for individuals who are already Canadian citizens but need official confirmation, such as a citizenship certificate, to prove their status.

  • To apply for Canadian citizenship, you must:

    • Be a permanent resident of Canada

    • Have lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days)

    • Meet your tax filing obligations

    • Demonstrate language proficiency in English or French (if aged 18-54)

    • Pass the citizenship test (if aged 18-54)

  • Proof of Citizenship, often called a Citizenship Certificate, is official confirmation of your Canadian citizenship.

    You may need this if:

    • You were born outside Canada to a Canadian parent

    • You’ve lost or damaged your citizenship certificate

    • You need to prove your citizenship for travel, government services, or work

  • Generally:

    • Citizenship Applications: 12-24 months, depending on application volume and complexity.

    • Proof of Citizenship: 5-8 months, though urgent processing may be available in special cases.

  • Yes! If you are a Canadian citizen and your child was born outside Canada, they may already be a citizen. You can apply for Proof of Citizenship to confirm their status and obtain a citizenship certificate.