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IRCCAlways check the current rules on Canada.ca before you act◆EXPRESS ENTRYUnderstand your CRS score and prepare your proof in advance◆PROVINCESA Provincial Nominee nomination can be decisive for your profile◆WORKClosed or open permit: check the conditions printed on the permit◆QUEBECQuebec selects through the CSQ, separate from federal Express Entry◆CITIZENSHIPPhysical presence and tax filing count toward your application◆DOCUMENTSKeep a consistent file: dates, names and translations must match◆BUDGETPlan your first months and keep a safety margin before arrival◆IRCCAlways check the current rules on Canada.ca before you act◆EXPRESS ENTRYUnderstand your CRS score and prepare your proof in advance◆PROVINCESA Provincial Nominee nomination can be decisive for your profile◆WORKClosed or open permit: check the conditions printed on the permit◆QUEBECQuebec selects through the CSQ, separate from federal Express Entry◆CITIZENSHIPPhysical presence and tax filing count toward your application◆DOCUMENTSKeep a consistent file: dates, names and translations must match◆BUDGETPlan your first months and keep a safety margin before arrival◆
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Canadian Citizenship

Key points on citizenship, physical presence, the test, languages and the steps after permanent residence.

Canadian citizenship requirements: how to become a citizen
Canadian Citizenship

Canadian citizenship requirements: how to become a citizen

Canadian citizenship requirements explained simply: permanent residence, physical presence, language, the test, taxes, and every step up to the oath.

Physical Presence for Canadian Citizenship: How to Count Your Days Right
Canadian Citizenship

Physical Presence for Canadian Citizenship: How to Count Your Days Right

Physical presence for Canadian citizenship explained: how to count your days in Canada, catch forgotten absences and prove your time to IRCC before applying.

Canadian Citizenship Test: How to Prepare and Pass It With Confidence
Canadian Citizenship

Canadian Citizenship Test: How to Prepare and Pass It With Confidence

Canadian citizenship test explained: the free Discover Canada study guide, question format, preparation tips, test day, retakes and common mistakes.

Language proof for Canadian citizenship: accepted documents, exemptions and costly mistakes
Canadian Citizenship

Language proof for Canadian citizenship: accepted documents, exemptions and costly mistakes

Language proof for citizenship: CLB/NCLC 4 speaking and listening, ages 18-54, tests that never expire, diplomas and programs accepted. Full guide.

The Canadian Citizenship Oath: What Really Happens at Your Ceremony
Canadian Citizenship

The Canadian Citizenship Oath: What Really Happens at Your Ceremony

Citizenship oath explained: the invitation, online or in-person ceremony, the oath text, documents to bring and what changes legally the moment you swear.

Canadian citizenship for minor children: the essentials, case by case
Canadian Citizenship

Canadian citizenship for minor children: the essentials, case by case

Canadian citizenship for minor children: jus soli, descent and Bill C-3, the 5(1) and 5(2) routes, physical presence, the $100 fee and exemptions.

Are you already a Canadian citizen without knowing it? The common cases to check before any application
Canadian Citizenship

Are you already a Canadian citizen without knowing it? The common cases to check before any application

Check whether you are a Canadian citizen without knowing it: birth in Canada, descent, Bill C-3, Lost Canadians, citizenship certificate. The common cases.

After Canadian citizenship: your passport, your rights and the steps that actually matter
Canadian Citizenship

After Canadian citizenship: your passport, your rights and the steps that actually matter

After Canadian citizenship: get your first passport, protect your certificate, handle dual citizenship, update documents. What really changes for you.