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Posted on September 03 2019

What is Canada PR process timeline?

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By  Editor
Updated April 28 2025

The process of obtaining a Canada PR involves several steps, and the timeline can vary based on the immigration program, application completeness (incomplete documentation or potential mismatches), and other factors, such as application volume and applicant’s country of origin. The Canada Express Entry Program is the quickest and easiest way to process a Canada PR, which takes less than six months.
 

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Timelines by Immigration Program

The timeline differs depending on the program that you have chosen. The table below lists the different immigration programs and the average processing time involved for each:

Canada PR Programs

Categories

Average processing time

Express Entry Program

Federal Skilled Worker Program

6 months

Canadian Experience Class

5-6 months

Federal Skilled Trades Program

6 months

Provincial Nominee Program

Express Entry PNPs

6 months

Non Express Entry PNPs

12-19 months

Family Sponsorship

Spouse visa

10-12 months

Dependent children visa

9-12 months

Parent and Grandparent visa

24 months

Atlantic Immigration Program

Atlantic high skilled Program

6-12 months

Atlantic intermediate skilled Program

6-12 months

Atlantic International Graduate Program

6-12 months

Startup Visa Program

Nil

12-16 months

Quebec Skilled Workers Program

Nil

12-16 months

Humanitarian or Refugee Program

Nil

12-36 months

 

Tips to Reduce PR Processing Delays

Given below are a few tips that would help you in reducing the delay in PR processing:

  • Collect all relevant documents required for submission before applying to save time
  • Make sure that the documents submitted are accurate to avoid requests for additional information from immigration authorities
  • Check the IRCC portal regularly and respond to their requests promptly
  • Choose a program that has a faster visa processing time( for example, the express Entry Program)
  • Seek professional from immigration consultants to avoid errors and choose the ideal pathway
     

PR Application process


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