For many, becoming a Canadian citizen is a dream come true. However, the path to citizenship can be challenging, and many have trouble meeting the eligibility requirements for obtaining Canadian citizenship. On the other hand, many current Permanent Residents may benefit from the privilege of citizenship, but just don’t know how to apply.
Who Can Apply
To be eligible for Canadian citizenship, you must:
- Be a permanent resident
- Have lived in Canada for 3 out of the last 5 years
- Have filed your taxes (if applicable)
- Pass a citizenship test
- Prove that you can speak either English or French
Who is a Citizen Already
It may be the case that you or your child is already a citizen of Canada by way of birth, of the location of birth of one of their biological parents. For example, any child born of a parent who is a Canadian citizen is a citizen at birth regardless of where they are born in the world.
Learning More
If you wish to apply for citizenship, or want to confirm your citizenship, you will need to apply to IRCC and we can gladly assist.
Frequently Asked Questions
An immigration consultant makes the entire process of immigrating to Canada much easier. Whether you are emigrating from abroad, are applying for permanent residency, or are trying to bring your loved ones to join you in Canada, the legal and documentation process can sometimes be complex.
Having someone to help you understand all the details can be extremely helpful, especially with so much on the line. After all, if you make a mistake, your application can be rejected or significantly delayed. Hiring someone who has extensive experience in the field will make your job easier, and will almost certainly increase your chances of a successful immigration process, whether it is for study, work, travel, business or personal reasons.
Yes, anyone giving advice on immigration or representing you in your application needs to be authorized to do so. If you decide to work with an immigration consultant, it is extremely important that they be authorized to represent you.
To immigrate to Canada, you are not required to use the services of an immigration consultant.
In Canada, we treat everyone equally, and you can always apply on your own. All the forms you need to do so are available for free on the Government of Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship website.
Good question! The answer is always “it depends,” as everyone’s immigration situation is different. That’s why it’s a great idea to give us a call for a quick 20-minute free consultation.
We have the kind of immigration experience in the application process that can make your Canadian permanent residency dreams a reality. All you need to do is get on the phone and tell us a little bit about your specific goals. Our team of consultants will find a way to make the immigration process work best for you. We want your experience with this process to be as smooth as possible, and we’ll work hard to make sure that happens.