Apply for citizenship: Minors

 
Minor (under age 18) has a Canadian parent or a parent who is applying for citizenship at the same time

Minor (under age 18) does not have a Canadian parent or a parent who is applying for citizenship at the same time
Form to use Citizenship application
form 5(2)
Citizenship application
form 5(1) minors
Fee $100 $100
Are a permanent
resident
Yes Yes
Meet language and knowledge requirements for citizenship No No
Have been physically present in Canada
3 out of the last 5 years
No Yes
Have filed income tax No Yes
If required to do so by CRA (see instruction guide for more information).
Required to take the Oath of Citizenship Yes
If 14 years of age or older
Yes
If 14 years of age or older
Signature required
on the application form
Yes
A parent or person having custody of the minor, or empowered to act on their behalf, must sign. Minors 14+ must also sign.
Yes
A person having custody of the minor, or empowered to act on their behalf, must sign. This requirement can be waived. Minors 14+ must also sign.
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