A new online citizenship application (e-app) is now available for some randomly selected applicants.
We
- will keep testing and improving the e-app
- are working to make sure that more people can apply online
If you’ve already applied on paper, do not apply online.
Who can apply
To become a Canadian citizen, most applicants must
- be a permanent resident
- have lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days)
- have filed your taxes, if you need to
- pass a citizenship test
- prove your language skills in English or French
Other requirements may apply.
Apply
2. Pay your application fees
- Adult (18 or older): $630
- Minor (under 18): $100
After you apply
If the application is missing information, documents or the fee receipt, we’ll return it to you.
If it’s complete, we’ll send you a confirmation letter and begin processing.
How we process your application
Processing time: 12 months?
Find out how COVID-19 affects the processing of your citizenship application.
This includes processing of the complete application, the citizenship test, interview and ceremony.
After the citizenship ceremony
Find information and services for new citizens such as
- applying for a passport
- voting in an election
- 1 year of free admission to Canada’s natural parks and cultural centres
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