Immigration and citizenship
Apply to travel, study, work or immigrate to Canada, apply for citizenship, a permanent resident card or refugee protection, check the status of your application or find a form.
Expect delays with some of our services
Due to the Government of Canada labour disruption, you can expect delays with certain IRCC services. Find out what services are affected.
Temporary measures for Sudanese nationals in Canada
Starting April 30, 2023, due to the current situation in Sudan, you can apply to extend your stay or change your temporary resident status in Canada for free.
For people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Learn about new measures in place to help people affected by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Canada’s response to the situation in Afghanistan
Learn about Canada’s response and the supports that are available.
Services and information
My application
Sign in or create an IRCC secure account, check your application status and processing times, find forms, pay fees, change your address, get biometrics and learn about representatives
Visit
Find out if you need a visa to visit, do business or transit through Canada, and how to extend your stay as a visitor
Study
Apply for or extend a study permit or student work permit
Citizenship
Apply for, resume or give up Canadian citizenship, prepare for the citizenship test and get proof of citizenship
New immigrants
Get a permanent resident card, find immigrant services in your area, apply for citizenship and learn about your first tax year in Canada
Canadians
Get a passport, sponsor your family or a refugee, get proof of citizenship, travel and work abroad, adopt a child from abroad, and take part in citizenship celebrations
Refugees and asylum
Claim refugee protection, sponsor a refugee, find services for refugees in Canada and appeal a refugee claim
Enforcement and violations
Know why you may not be allowed in Canada, and learn about immigration violations, the detention review process and immigration admissibility hearings
Features
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