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Section Title: About the Department

Application Processing Times

Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is committed to helping you better understand our business, processes and challenges.

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* Tips for Clients
 
Immigration Applications
* Processed in Canada
Find out how long it is currently taking CIC’s Case Processing Centres (CPCs) to process applications for temporary resident permits, permanent residence, sponsorships and Permanent Resident Cards.
* Processed Outside of Canada
Find out more information about applications which CIC processes at visa offices around the world.
 
Citizenship Applications
* Canadian Citizenship
Find out how long it takes to apply to become a Canadian citizen from within Canada.
* Citizenship Certificate (Proof of Citizenship)
Find out how long it takes to apply for a new or replacement citizenship certificate from within Canada.
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