The final step deserves the same care as the first.
Canadian citizenship is granted, not automatic. A citizenship application should be prepared with the same rigour as the permanent-residence application that made it possible.
What we help with
- Adult and minor citizenship grant applications
- Physical presence calculation and travel-history reconciliation
- Language and knowledge requirements where applicable
- Tax filing, prohibitions, criminal or immigration history and document consistency
- Proof of citizenship and citizenship certificates
- Complex cases, requests for information, procedural fairness and prior refusals
PR card and Permanent Resident Travel Document matters are handled under our Permanent residence service, because they turn on status maintenance rather than the citizenship test.
Why we do not publish fixed eligibility thresholds
Physical-presence thresholds and other criteria are set by legislation and regulation, and they can be amended. Rather than repeat numbers that may change, we assess your situation against the current requirements at the time of preparation and point you to IRCC citizenship eligibility for the official current rules.
Related services
PR cards, PRTDs and residency obligation
Status maintenance work that often precedes citizenship.
ATIP and GCMS notes
Confirm the record behind prior decisions before applying.
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A few things clients often ask.
My PR card is about to expire. Am I now eligible for citizenship?
PR card expiry does not create citizenship eligibility. Citizenship eligibility depends on physical presence in Canada, tax filing where required, language and knowledge requirements where applicable, and other factors. PR card renewal and citizenship should be considered separately.
How is physical presence in Canada shown?
Physical presence is typically demonstrated using entry and exit records, travel history, employment and residence records, and other consistent evidence. Discrepancies between memory, passports and official records are common and should be reconciled before submission.
Can I hold Canadian citizenship along with another citizenship?
Canadian law generally permits dual or multiple citizenship, but the other country's law may not. This should be checked with a professional familiar with the law of the other country before you apply.
What happens after a request for more information?
A request for more information or documents should be treated seriously and answered on time. Responses should be complete, consistent with the original application and, where appropriate, accompanied by a brief explanatory submission. Missed or thin responses can lead to refusal.
Related services and next steps.
Permanent residence
PR cards, PRTDs and residency-obligation matters.
Complex matters
Requests for information, refusals and procedural responses.
Family sponsorship
Where citizenship of a sponsor or family member affects planning.
Information current as of July 2026. Program rules and intake can change without notice.
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