Citizenship

Canadian Citizenship

By Shavinder Dandiwal Published on Dec 13, 2022.

To apply for Canadian citizenship, you must be a permanent resident of Canada and meet certain eligibility requirements. These requirements include:

  • Being 18 years of age or older
  • Having lived in Canada as a permanent resident for at least three out of the last five years
  • Being able to speak, read, and write in English or French
  • Having a good knowledge of Canada and its history, values, and institutions
  • Having no criminal record
  • Having filed your Canadian income taxes, if required

To apply for Canadian citizenship, you will need to complete the application form and submit it along with the required documents and fees. You will also need to pass a language test and a knowledge test to demonstrate your ability to speak, read, and write in English or French, and your knowledge of Canada.

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). If your application is approved, you will be invited to attend a citizenship ceremony, where you will take the Oath of Citizenship and become a Canadian citizen.

The process for applying for Canadian citizenship involves meeting the eligibility requirements, completing the application form, and passing language and knowledge tests. It is important to carefully review the requirements and to provide all of the necessary documents and information to ensure that your application is processed efficiently.