Citizenship

Canada offers citizenship through naturalization and by birth in Canada.

To qualify for citizenship through naturalization, Canadians with 3 years of qualifying permanent resident status during the preceding 5 years may apply for Canadian citizenship.

Canadian Citizenship Requirements

To become a Canadian citizen, most applicants must

• be a permanent resident
• have lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days)
• have filed your taxes, if you need to
• pass a citizenship test
• prove your language skills in English or French

Minor Application (under 18 years of age)

Minors under 18 years of age may apply for citizenship if they are a permanent resident and have a parent who is either a Canadian citizen, or who is applying for citizenship at the same time. The completed application and processing fee is all that is required — they do not need to take the citizenship test.

Spouses of Canadian citizens

You don’t automatically become a citizen when you marry a Canadian. If you’re the spouse of a Canadian citizen, you must meet the same requirements listed above (no exception).

You may be ineligible for Canadian citizenship if you

• Are under a removal order
• Have a criminal record or are facing changes in Canada
• Been refused Canadian citizenship as a result of misrepresentation
• Had your Canadian citizenship revoked

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