Proof and certificates of citizenship
This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.
A certificate of citizenship may be issued to a Canadian citizen who:
- Has never had a certificate;
- Wants to update a certificate;
- Wants to replace a damaged, lost, destroyed, or stolen certificate.
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