Review the requirements
Eligibility involves more than the time since you became a permanent resident. Review the applicable criteria as a whole.
- Permanent resident status and citizenship eligibility
- Physical presence and accurate travel history
- Income tax obligations where applicable
- Language requirements, citizenship tests and prohibitions
- Different requirements for adults and minors
Prepare your application
Use official tools and instructions to calculate and document your circumstances. Keep copies of what you submit.
- Citizenship application preparation and support
- Identity and physical presence evidence
- Citizenship test preparation using official materials
- Citizenship interviews and additional requests
Proof of citizenship
A citizenship certificate application is distinct from an application to become a citizen.
- Citizenship certificates
- Proof of Canadian citizenship
- Replacement documents and official application instructions
- Changes to citizenship rules and who should check eligibility
Documents to prepare.
A starting point for research. Use the current official application checklist for your circumstances.
- PR and identity documents
- Travel history and physical presence records
- Tax information where required
- Language evidence where applicable
- Civil records for proof-of-citizenship requests
Do not upload or send immigration documents to this portfolio website.
Official resources.
Written official guidance governs requirements. These links open the relevant authority’s website.
Frequently asked questions.
Is PR card renewal the same as citizenship?
No. PR card renewal and citizenship are separate processes with different purposes and requirements.
Can this site calculate my legal eligibility?
No. This portfolio concept offers general education, not a citizenship eligibility assessment or representation.