Program delivery update: Interim measure for citizenship applications affected by the first-generation limit to citizenship by descent

This section contains policy, procedures and guidance used by IRCC staff. It is posted on the department’s website as a courtesy to stakeholders.

April 4, 2025

The interim measure has been updated and expanded to address all proof of citizenship and adoption applications which are impacted by the first-generation limit to citizenship by descent. These changes were implemented following the Minister’s statement of March 13, 2025. These instructions remain in effect until further notice.

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