Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revised its monthly processing times for various citizenship and immigration applications on October 29, 2024. These updates are vital for applicants, enabling them to effectively plan their immigration journey and set realistic expectations.
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Importance of Staying Updated
Tracking the latest updates from IRCC helps applicants stay ahead, allowing for informed decisions regarding their applications. IRCC regularly updates its processing times to enhance transparency, providing monthly updates for citizenship, family sponsorship, and economic immigration applications. Weekly updates are available for business immigration, temporary residency, and PR cards.
Recent Processing Time Updates
The following sections outline the most recent processing time updates across different immigration categories, including:
- Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
- Permanent Resident (PR) Cards Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
- Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
- Economic Immigration Processing Times (Updated Monthly and Weekly)
- Temporary Residency Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
- Citizenship Grant: 6 months (reduced by 1 month)
- Citizenship Certificate: 4 months (increased by 1 month)
- Renunciation of Citizenship: 16 months (no change)
- Search of Citizenship Records: 12 months (increased by 1 month)
Permanent Resident (PR) Cards Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
- New PR Card: 25 days (no change)
- PR Card Renewal: 59 days (reduced by 11 days)
Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
- Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Outside Canada, excl. Quebec): 10 months (unchanged)
- Parents/Grandparents (Outside Quebec): 24 months (no change)
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Economic Immigration Processing Times (Updated Monthly and Weekly)
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months (no change)
- Provincial Nominee Program (Express Entry): 6 months (no change)
Temporary Residency Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
- Visitor Visa (from Outside Canada): Varies by country
- India: 114 days (increased by 12 days)
- United States: 26 days (reduced by 8 days)
For detailed processing times based on specific applications, applicants are encouraged to consult the IRCC website or reach out to an immigration professional for personalized guidance.