Canadian Citizenship
To apply for Canadian citizenship, an individual must meet certain eligibility requirements and follow a specific application process. The eligibility requirements include:
- Being at least 18 years old
- Being a permanent resident of Canada
- Having lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days)
- prove their language skills in English or French
- pass a citizenship test
- Not being prohibited from obtaining citizenship due to certain criminal or immigration-related issues.
The application process involves filling out the application form and submitting various supporting documents, such as proof of language proficiency, proof of residency, and police certificates. In addition, the applicant may be required to attend an interview and take a citizenship test to demonstrate their knowledge of Canada and its values.
The processing time for a citizenship application can vary, but is generally around 12 to 24 months. Once the application is approved, the individual may attend a citizenship ceremony to take the Oath of Citizenship and receive their Canadian citizenship certificate.
It is important to note that some individuals may be eligible for faster processing through the expedited citizenship process, which is available to certain groups, such as members of the Canadian Armed Forces or their spouses.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your Canadian Citizenship.