Canada citizenship
1 current source-backed citizenship pathway. Verify the responsible authority before applying.
This page contains 1 current route for this destination, with the available eligibility, requirements and duration details.
Source-backed legal route · Checked 2026-08-28
Current route records
| Route | Conditions | Effective or checked | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | An adult permanent resident may qualify for Canadian citizenship after at least 1,095 days physically in Canada during the five-year eligibility period; language proof and a citizenship test generally apply at ages 18–54. | 2026-07-16 | Official source |
Fees, processing times and requirements
Each value as the authority publishes it, in the currency it charges.
| Route | Fact | Value | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | Application fee (total, adult) | 653 CAD | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Application fee (total, child) | 100 CAD | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Application fee (total) | 653 CAD | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Application fee (minor) | 100 CAD | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Processing time (standard, authority estimate) | 10 months | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Years of residence required (general) | 3 years | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Language level required | required, no CEFR level set (English or French) | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Other citizenship may be kept | yes | Official source |
| Citizenship route | Where to apply | online | Official source |
Can you work on this route?
Route-specific work rights and conditions stay separate from shortage-list status and individual eligibility.
| Route | Published work answer | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Citizenship route | The Canadian Department of Justice states that Canadian citizens and permanent residents have the right to live or seek work anywhere in Canada. | Official source |