Applying for Canadian Citizenship

Do you plan to apply for Canadian citizenship? It is a structured process as it involves submitting a formal application to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), taking a citizenship test, and sometimes attending an interview after the test. If you would like to apply for Canadian citizenship, CWC Immigration Solutions can take you by step-by-step all the way!

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Canadian Citizenship Application Process

Here, you can have several steps to follow and apply for Canadian citizenship, only if you meet the eligibility criteria:

1. Submit Your Application

Step 1 involves completing your application and sending it to the designated IRCC office for review. Once the review is done, you will receive a notice to write the citizenship test which leads to the second step of your application.

2. Citizenship Test

Individuals in the age group 18 to 54 must write a citizenship test, that evaluates knowledge of Canadian history, geography, the political system, rights and responsibilities of all its citizens. The IRCC offers a study guide called "A Look at Canada." The test consists of around 20 questions, with a passing mark of 15 out of 20. The duration of the test is around 30 minutes.

Test Day Requirements:

It is mandatory to carry all the original documents, including immigration documents, passport, and photo ID when you plan to take the exam. Some applicants may need to attend an interview with a citizenship judge, lasting 15 to 30 minutes.

Note: Minors (under 18 years) are exempt from the test.

3. Language Proficiency

Applicants aged 18 to 54 must prove proficiency in English or French by submitting one of the following:

  • Results of the English proficiency from an approved third-party test.

  • Transcripts or diplomas from secondary or post-secondary education in English or French.

Evidence of achieving Canadian Level Benchmark (CLB) 4 or higher in specific government language programs.

4. Citizenship Ceremony

Upon passing the test, you will attend a citizenship ceremony. In this ceremony, you will receive your Canadian citizenship Certificate and you will be entitled as a Canadian citizen.

Contact CWC Immigration Solutions for Canada Citizenship

Need help with your Canadian citizenship application? CWC Immigration Solutions can evaluate your eligibility and can help with the application to the Canadian government.