Canadian citizenship

A: The application fee for Canadian citizenship is subject to change and includes processing fees and the right of citizenship fee. As of the current information, the processing fee for an adult application is CAD $630, and for a minor (under 18 years) is CAD 100. The right of citizenship fee is CAD $100.

A: The processing time for Canadian citizenship applications can vary depending on various factors, including the volume of applications and individual circumstances. On average, the processing time takes 19 months.

To become a Canadian citizen, most applicants must
• be a permanent resident.
• have lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days).
• have filed their taxes.
• pass a citizenship test.
• prove their language skills in English or French.
Other requirements may apply.