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Steps of getting the Canadian citizenship - Coggle Diagram
Steps of getting the Canadian citizenship
The steps in the application process for the Canadian citizenship
Certain requirements must be met
Have been physically present in the country for at least 1,095 days in the last 5 years.
Being a permanent resident in Canada
Filing taxes properly
Demonstrated knowledge of English or French
Demonstrate knowledge of Canada
Not have any unfulfilled condition or criminal or security prohibition.
Please note that the 5-year eligibility period refers to the 5 years prior to signing your application, and you may also lose your current citizenship upon obtaining Canadian citizenship.
Calculate how long you’ve been in Canada
Use an online calculator or paper form and be sure to print the results and attach them to your application.
Check your calculations and make sure that the application date is the same on all documents. If your calculation is incorrect or if there is an error in your application, it could delay the processing of your application.
Gather your documents
Several documents must be gathered and submitted with the application.
These documents include the original printout of the online physical presence calculation or the CIT 0407 form.
Color photocopies of all valid or expired pages of passports or travel documents during the 5 year eligibility period
Photocopies of two personal identification documents
Photocopies of proof of knowledge of English or French for those between 18 and 54 years of age.
Receipt of the $630 application fee and CIT 0007 document checklist.
If you are unable to demonstrate the necessary language proficiency due to a medical condition, you will need to submit proof with your application.
Complete the application form
Discusses how to answer the questions in the questionnaire, both those that are necessary and those that are not.
Pay the fees
The fee is $630 for applicants over 18 years of age and $100 for applicants under 18 years of age.
Fees must be paid online in Canadian funds and can be calculated using the table provided.
The processing fee will not be reimbursed after the application process has been initiated, but the citizenship fee will be reimbursed if the nationality is not acquired.
Applications will be returned if fees are incomplete or insufficient. Only online payments are accepted in Canada.
Submit your application
The application process for Canadian citizenship involves submitting the completed application to the Sydney Case Processing Centre, ensuring that you meet the requirements, have the necessary documents and the correct fee.
After submitting the application, you will receive an acknowledgement or correspondence requesting more information. If the application is returned, a letter will be sent explaining why it is incomplete and indicating what is missing.
There is also a possibility that the application will be selected for a special review, which may include an interview with an IRCC official.
Prepare for your test
If you are between 18 – 54 years of age on the day you sign your application, you may get an invitation to write your test within weeks after we accept your application.
Begin studying for your Canadian citizenship knowledge test.
Read the official study guide.
The test has 20 questions, and you need 15 correct answers to pass.
You will have three (3) opportunities to pass the test.
Go to your interview, test or hearing
Review of original documents and passports at a local citizenship office.
Examination of knowledge of English or French and the history, geography, government and rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizenship.
A notice will be sent for the summons to the nationality test, interview or hearing.
It is important to let us know if you are unable to keep a scheduled appointment.
Only programmed persons are allowed to enter the test room.
The time to perform the test is 30 minutes, unless you have special needs.
If you bring small children, you should have someone to watch them during the testing session.
Wait for the decision
If you do not meet all of the requirements for citizenship, you will receive a written decision from the officer.
If you meet all the requirements for citizenship up to this point, our office will notify you in writing of the time and place of your citizenship ceremony.
Go to a ceremony and take the oath
You meet all the requirements for citizenship, the last requirement is to take the oath of citizenship to become a Canadian citizen.
Adults and minors 14 years of age or older will receive a Notice to Appear with the time and place to attend a citizenship ceremony and take the oath of citizenship before a citizenship judge or presiding officer. Once you have taken the oath, you will receive your Certificate of Canadian Citizenship.