Application for Canadian Citizenship: Adults
What are the requirements for becoming a Canadian citizen? To become a Canadian citizen, you must be a permanent resident
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9. Canada PR Card and Citizenship
Canada PR Card and Citizenship
How to Apply for PR Travel Document (PRTD) through the Representative Permanent Residence (PR) Portal
If you’re outside Canada without a valid PR card, you need to apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD).
A PRTD is normally only valid for one single entry. You should apply for a new PR card as soon as you resume residence in Canada.
How to Renew Your PR Card through the Representative Permanent Residence (PR) Portal
Application to get your first Permanent Resident card, to renew or to replace a Permanent Resident card In this section: Complete the forms Upload the supporting documents and information Review your information carefully Submit your application Make sure to include all documents needed for the program you’re applying under. Use the document checklist to make sure you don’t miss required documents.
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How to Make an ATIP Request
Welcome to the ATIP Online Request
To be eligible to make a request under the Access to Information Act or the Privacy Act, you must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or an individual or corporation currently present in Canada.
Guide: How to Renew Your Canadian Passport
If you already have an adult passport, you may be able to renew it. Renewing a passport is simpler than applying for a new one. This is because you don’t need
a guarantor
proof of Canadian citizenship
supporting identification
If your most recent passport is still valid, it
must be sent with your application, and
will be cancelled and cannot be used for travel
How to Legally Change Your Name in Canada
You need to apply for a new PR card to change the name on your card. Make sure you include documents that support the change.
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Verification Your Canada Citizenship Application Status Online
After submitted your Canadian Citizenship application via paper, you will received the application AoR (Cxxxxxxxxx) by email which allows you to verify your application status.
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Request to Correct the Error Information on Your PR Card/Permanent Resident Card
This application is for you if you received a Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) bearing incorrect information and this error was made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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Request to Amend Valid Temporary Resident Documents or Information Contained in the Confirmation of Permanent Residence
Use this application if you are a temporary resident, a permanent resident or Canadian citizen who wants to fix mistakes on your:
valid temporary resident documents
confirmation of permanent residence or record of landing
Confirming Your Permanent Residence Online: PR Virtual Landing From Inside Canada
Your application for permanent residence has been approved. The final step in processing your application is to confirm your permanent residence and create your permanent resident card. You’ll complete this process through the Permanent Resident Portal (PR Confirmation).
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Guide 5781: Applying to Voluntarily Renounce Your Permanent Resident Status
Guide 5781: Applying to Voluntarily Renounce Your Permanent Resident Status
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IMM 5445 Guide: Applying for a Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) – First application, replacement, renewal or to change gender identifier
Permanent residents (PR) of Canada must carry and show their valid PR Card or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier.
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IMM 5529 Guide: Applying for a Permanent Resident Travel Document
Permanent residents (PR) of Canada must carry and show their valid PR Card or permanent resident travel document (PRTD) when boarding a flight to Canada, or travelling to Canada on any other commercial carrier.
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How to Renew PR Card While Outside Canada
Canada does not allow Permanent Residents to renew or replace their permanent resident cards while outside of Canada because the CIC will not mail a PR card to a non-Canadian address.
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Four Tips When Applying for Canadian Citizenship
If you or a relative are on the verge of applying for Canadian citizenship, here are four important tips to remember:
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Application for Canadian citizenship – Minors (under 18 years of age) applying under subsection 5(1) – (CIT 0403)
Canada is a country that embodies multiculturalism and diversity and encourages newcomers to achieve their full potential by supporting their
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VERIFICATION OF STATUS (VOS) OR REPLACEMENT OF AN IMMIGRATION DOCUMENT
VERIFICATION OF STATUS (VOS) OR REPLACEMENT OF AN IMMIGRATION DOCUMENT
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Bill C-6 Receives Royal Assent
Bill C-6, an Act to amend the Citizenship Act and make consequential amendments to another Act, received Royal Assent on June 19, 2017. This chart explains the changes that have been made to the Citizenship Act and indicates when these changes are expected to come into force.
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