Citizenship Refusal

If a citizenship application is refused, the individual will be notified of the decision in writing and given the reasons for the refusal. The individual may have the right to appeal the decision to the Federal Court of Canada within 30 days of receiving the decision.

If the appeal is unsuccessful, the individual may have the option to reapply for citizenship after addressing the reasons for the initial refusal. It is important to note that reapplying for citizenship may require the individual to meet certain eligibility requirements and follow the same application process as before.

In some cases, the refusal may be due to issues related to criminal or immigration history. In these cases, the individual may need to resolve these issues before being eligible for citizenship. For example, they may need to obtain a record suspension (formerly known as a pardon) for a criminal conviction, or resolve any outstanding immigration or residency issues.

Contact us if you are considering reapplying for citizenship or appealing a citizenship refusal. We can provide guidance on the eligibility requirements and application process, and help address any issues that may have contributed to the initial refusal.