A guide to calculating your Canadian Citizenship Eligibility

You may check your Canadian citizenship eligibility with the help of this article.

Physical presence is a Mandate for both Permanent Residents and Temporary Residents

• Physical presence for atleast 1,095 days out of the five years (i.e., three out of the last five years) immediately before you apply for citizenship

• Need to have a  PR (Permanent residency) for at least two years
• Each day for PR holders will be calculated as a full day, whereas for temporary residents, it will be calculated as half a day (up to a maximum of 365 days)
• IRCC counts only the five years immediately before the date of your application
• IRCC recommends applying for with more days than required

Eligibility criteria for Canadian citizenship

Apart from the physical presence, you also need to have the following criteria:

• Age: You should be aged between 18 to 54 years
• Language requirements: Able to speak either English or French in order to have better communication in Canadian society
• Proof of proficiency: Submit the proof of language proficiency
• No criminal history
• Know the rights and responsibilities of citizens
• Have basic knowledge of Canada’s geography, political system, and history
• File taxes properly in Canada for a minimum of three years during the five years of stay
• Submit a formal application to IRCC and pay the required fee and right of citizenship fee

How to apply for Canadian citizenship?

After meeting the above eligibility criteria, you can apply for Canadian citizenship. First, you need to take a citizenship test. Next, you need to attend a citizenship ceremony, receive a certificate of Canadian citizenship, and take the Oath of Citizenship. This makes you become a Canadian citizen officially.

Physically present for refugee claimants and Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA) applicants. If you receive a work or study permit while your refugee claim or PRRA was being assessed, these days are not calculated for your physical presence in the country.

After receiving a positive decision on your claim or PRRA application, then your claiming time is considered. The days spent in Canada after approval and before permanent residency count as half a day toward the citizenship application.

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