Canadian citizenship
Apply to become a Canadian citizen, study for the test or get proof of citizenship.
Alerts
Status of changes to the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent Updated December 15, 2025
On December 15, 2025, the Government of Canada passed Bill C-3 to change the first-generation limit on citizenship by descent.
The Ontario Superior Court of Justice ruled in December 2023 that the limit was unconstitutional for many people. In March 2025, we introduced an interim measure to support those affected.
We will now process all applications submitted under the interim measure using the new rules.
Before you apply
Do you want to become a permanent resident?
Apply for citizenship
Most permanent residents will follow the regular application process for adults and children:
If you belong to one of these groups, you may also be eligible for another application type:
Citizenship test and ceremony
Take the test
Who has to take the test, test format, test invitation, how to take the test
Citizenship ceremony and oath
Get your ceremony date, what to bring, what happens at the ceremony
Study for the test
Read online, listen to the audio version, or order a paper copy of the study guide
Other citizenship services
Apply for a Canadian passport
Get a new passport after you become a citizen
Get proof of citizenship
Apply for, replace or update your citizenship certificate
Resume citizenship
Become a Canadian citizen again after giving up your citizenship
Give up citizenship
Renounce citizenship if you no longer want to be Canadian or can’t be a dual citizen
Changes to citizenship rules and regulations
Find out what rules changed in 2009, 2015, 2017, 2020 and 2025
Get involved with your Canadian community
Reaffirmation ceremony, Canada Day, Citizenship Week