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Permanent residents who have lived in Canada long enough can apply to become Canadian citizens. Adults must show enough physical presence in Canada, prove their English or French ability, and usually pass a test about Canada. Successful applicants take the oath of citizenship at a ceremony.
Permanent residents (and their eligible children) who meet residence, language, and knowledge requirements.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
To become a Canadian citizen through the naturalization process, you'll need to meet certain requirements.
To become a Canadian citizen through the process of naturalization, also known as Canadian Citizenship by Grant, you must meet specific requirements.
Yes -- you may need to have filed income taxes for at least 3 of the 5 years right before you apply, if required to under the Income Tax Act.
Yes -- a minor child who is a permanent resident can apply, usually together with a parent who is a citizen or applying for citizenship; minors are exempt from the test and language requirements.
Yes if you are 18 to 54 on the day you sign your application -- you must show adequate knowledge of Canada and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
Yes -- prohibitions, mainly for criminal or security reasons in or outside Canada, can make you ineligible for a period of time.
Yes -- if you are 18 to 54 when you sign the application you must show English or French ability at about CLB/NCLC level 4 (speaking and listening).
At least 1,095 days (3 years) of physical presence in the 5 years right before you apply.
