Citizenship

Canadian citizens possess various privileges, including the ability to hold a Canadian passport, participate in elections, and run for political office. They have the right to reside in Canada indefinitely and travel visa-free to over 170 countries. Furthermore, Canada permits dual citizenship, allowing individuals to retain their previous nationality.

To become a Canadian citizen, obtaining Canadian Permanent Residency is the first step. Since 2010, Canada has welcomed an average of over 260,000 permanent residents annually. Notably, Canada boasts the world's highest naturalization rate, with 85% of eligible permanent residents eventually becoming citizens.

Key points about becoming a citizen of Canada:

Eligibility: To be eligible for Canadian citizenship, you must have lived in Canada as a permanent resident for a specific number of years and meet other criteria, such as language proficiency and knowledge of Canada.

1. Application: Once eligible, you can apply for citizenship by submitting the application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

2. Processing: IRCC reviews the application, which includes a background check and verification of documents.

3. Citizenship Test and Interview: If required, you will take a citizenship test and attend an interview to assess your language skills and knowledge of Canada.

4. Decision: After the process is completed, IRCC will inform you of their decision regarding your citizenship application.

5. Oath of Citizenship: If approved, you will take the Oath of Citizenship to officially become a Canadian citizen.