How to Apply for a Citizenship Grant (17:VI) - Revision history

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1. Interview and Test

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	The test takes place in a relatively informal environment where the applicants are required to write the exam on their laps. Most people find the 30 minutes provided to be sufficient to finish the exam. Individuals who lack adequate knowledge of English or French could experience difficulties with passing the test.		The test takes place in a relatively informal environment where the applicants are required to write the exam on their laps. Most people find the 30 minutes provided to be sufficient to finish the exam. Individuals who lack adequate knowledge of English or French could experience difficulties with passing the test.

	:'''NOTE:''' A local non-profit organization, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association ("BCCLA"), publishes ''The Citizenship Handbook: A Guide to Democratic Rights and Responsibilities'', a free guide intended to help introduce new Canadians to the country’s political process. The handbook is available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Punjabi. For more information, please visit the [https://bccla.org/~~resources~~-~~learning/?jsf=jet~~-~~engine:cases~~-~~policy&tax=resource~~-~~types:462~~ BCCLA website].		:'''NOTE:''' A local non-profit organization, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association ("BCCLA"), publishes ''The Citizenship Handbook: A Guide to Democratic Rights and Responsibilities'', a free guide intended to help introduce new Canadians to the country’s political process. The handbook is available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Punjabi. For more information, please visit the [https://bccla.org/resource/the-citizenship-handbook-a-guide-to-democratic-rights-and-responsibilities/ BCCLA website].

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	:e) the applicant does not need a hearing with a citizenship judge.		:e) the applicant does not need a hearing with a citizenship judge.

	~~:'''NOTE:''' Due to COVID-19, IRCC processing times have increased, and there is limited capacity to process citizenship applications and provide processing timelines.~~

	:'''NOTE:''' If a candidate has an emergency, they can request urgent processing of their citizenship application. More information can be found on the [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply/urgently.html IRCC website].		:'''NOTE:''' If a candidate has an emergency, they can request urgent processing of their citizenship application. More information can be found on the [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply/urgently.html IRCC website].

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	=== 7. Processing Time ===		=== 7. Processing Time ===

	According to the IRCC website, the total processing time for a routine application for citizenship varies (Please refer to the IRCC [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html. website] to see current processing times). An application is considered routine if:		According to the IRCC website, the total processing time for a routine application for citizenship varies (Please refer to the IRCC [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html website] to see current processing times). An application is considered routine if:

	:a) all the necessary documents and correct fees are received by IRCC,		:a) all the necessary documents and correct fees are received by IRCC,

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	According to the IRCC website, the total processing time for a routine application for citizenship varies (Please refer to the IRCC website to see current processing times). An application is considered routine if:		According to the IRCC website, the total processing time for a routine application for citizenship varies (Please refer to the IRCC [https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html. website] to see current processing times). An application is considered routine if:

	:a) ~~All~~ the necessary documents and correct fees are received by IRCC,		:a) all the necessary documents and correct fees are received by IRCC,

	:b) ~~The~~ applicant meets the residence requirement,		:b) the applicant meets the residence requirement,

	:c) ~~The~~ applicant is not subject to any immigration, security or criminal prohibitions,		:c) the applicant is not subject to any immigration, security or criminal prohibitions,

	:d) ~~The~~ applicant passes the citizenship test, and		:d) the applicant passes the citizenship test, and

	:e) ~~The~~ applicant does not need a hearing with a citizenship judge.		:e) the applicant does not need a hearing with a citizenship judge.

	:'''NOTE:''' Due to COVID-19, IRCC processing times have increased, and there is limited capacity to process citizenship applications and provide processing timelines.		:'''NOTE:''' Due to COVID-19, IRCC processing times have increased, and there is limited capacity to process citizenship applications and provide processing timelines.

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	=== 4. Fees ===		=== 4. Fees ===

	The fee for an adult grant is $~~630~~. This amount includes a $530 processing fee and a $~~100~~ Right of Citizenship fee. The fee for minors under 18 is only a $100 processing fee. The processing fee is not refundable unless the applicant withdraws his or her application before processing begins. The Right of Citizenship fee is refundable if the applicant is not approved for citizenship. Fees change regularly. The most recent information about applicable fees may be obtained from the IRCC website (see [[Governing_Legislation_and_Resources_on_Citizenship_(17:II)\|Section II.B: Resources]]); see also the ''Citizenship Regulations'', SOR/93-246 in which the fees are proscribed.		The fee for an adult grant is $649.75. This amount includes a $530 processing fee and a $119.75 Right of Citizenship fee. The fee for minors under 18 is only a $100 processing fee. The processing fee is not refundable unless the applicant withdraws his or her application before processing begins. The Right of Citizenship fee is refundable if the applicant is not approved for citizenship. Fees change regularly. The most recent information about applicable fees may be obtained from the IRCC website (see [[Governing_Legislation_and_Resources_on_Citizenship_(17:II)\|Section II.B: Resources]]); see also the ''Citizenship Regulations'', SOR/93-246 in which the fees are proscribed.

	The fee list provided on the [http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/fees/fees.asp IRCC website] can be used to determine the applicable fees for all applicants.		The fee list provided on the [http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/fees/fees.asp IRCC website] can be used to determine the applicable fees for all applicants.

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3. Materials Required with Application

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	Where an applicant meets a minimum language requirement (assessed at the interview), meets the residency requirements, has no suspected prohibitions, and is between the ages of 18 and 54, they will be required to take a written examination. Applicants may be able to have an oral test instead if they have problems like difficulty in reading and writing in English or French. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions and true or false questions. It tests an applicant’s knowledge of Canada, including aspects of history, geography, economy, government, laws, symbols, citizens’ rights and responsibilities. There are 20 questions and an applicant needs to get 15 correct answers to pass the test. It is mandatory for citizenship applicants to correctly answer two questions related to s 15(a) of the Citizenship Regulations and one question related to s 15(b). Subsection 15(a) sets out the right to vote and run for elected office and s 15(b) deals with voting procedures. Applicants who fail their first citizenship test, but otherwise meet all other criteria, have the opportunity to rewrite the test about 4-8 weeks after the initial test before being referred to a citizenship officer. If the applicant passes the test, they will attend a citizenship ceremony on a later date.		Where an applicant meets a minimum language requirement (assessed at the interview), meets the residency requirements, has no suspected prohibitions, and is between the ages of 18 and 54, they will be required to take a written examination. Applicants may be able to have an oral test instead if they have problems like difficulty in reading and writing in English or French. The examination consists of multiple-choice questions and true or false questions. It tests an applicant’s knowledge of Canada, including aspects of history, geography, economy, government, laws, symbols, citizens’ rights and responsibilities. There are 20 questions and an applicant needs to get 15 correct answers to pass the test. It is mandatory for citizenship applicants to correctly answer two questions related to s 15(a) of the Citizenship Regulations and one question related to s 15(b). Subsection 15(a) sets out the right to vote and run for elected office and s 15(b) deals with voting procedures. Applicants who fail their first citizenship test, but otherwise meet all other criteria, have the opportunity to rewrite the test about 4-8 weeks after the initial test before being referred to a citizenship officer. If the applicant passes the test, they will attend a citizenship ceremony on a later date.

	Citizenship test questions are based on the information provided in a free booklet called ''Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship''. IRCC will send this booklet to applicants once their applications for citizenship are filed. [~~http~~://www.~~cic.gc~~.ca/english/~~resources~~/~~publications~~/discover/ A PDF version of the booklet] can also be downloaded from the IRCC website.		Citizenship test questions are based on the information provided in a free booklet called ''Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship''. IRCC will send this booklet to applicants once their applications for citizenship are filed. [https://www.canada.ca/content/dam/ircc/migration/ircc/english/pdf/pub/discover.pdf A PDF version of the booklet] can also be downloaded from the IRCC website.

	The test takes place in a relatively informal environment where the applicants are required to write the exam on their laps. Most people find the 30 minutes provided to be sufficient to finish the exam. Individuals who lack adequate knowledge of English or French could experience difficulties with passing the test.		The test takes place in a relatively informal environment where the applicants are required to write the exam on their laps. Most people find the 30 minutes provided to be sufficient to finish the exam. Individuals who lack adequate knowledge of English or French could experience difficulties with passing the test.

	:'''NOTE:''' A local non-profit organization, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association ("BCCLA"), publishes ''The Citizenship Handbook: A Guide to Democratic Rights and Responsibilities'', a free guide intended to help introduce new Canadians to the country’s political process. The handbook is available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Punjabi. For more information, please visit the [https://bccla.org/resources-learning/?jsf=jet-engine:cases-policy&tax=resource-types:462 BCCLA website].		:'''NOTE:''' A local non-profit organization, the B.C. Civil Liberties Association ("BCCLA"), publishes ''The Citizenship Handbook: A Guide to Democratic Rights and Responsibilities'', a free guide intended to help introduce new Canadians to the country’s political process. The handbook is available in English, Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Punjabi. For more information, please visit the [https://bccla.org/resources-learning/?jsf=jet-engine:cases-policy&tax=resource-types:462 BCCLA website].

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	The application will list the documents that are needed, which will vary depending on the applicant’s particular situation. Any document that is not in English or French must be accompanied by the English or French translation and by an affidavit from the person who completed the translation. Documents that are usually required with all applications are:<br>		The application will list the documents that are needed, which will vary depending on the applicant’s particular situation. Any document that is not in English or French must be accompanied by the English or French translation and by an affidavit from the person who completed the translation. Documents that are usually required with all applications are:<br>

	:a) A birth certificate or other satisfactory proof of the applicant’s date and place of birth;		:a) a birth certificate or other satisfactory proof of the applicant’s date and place of birth,

	:b) ~~Record~~ of Landing or Permanent Resident Card;		:b) record of Landing or Permanent Resident Card,

	:c) ~~Satisfactory~~ language evidence;		:c) satisfactory language evidence,

	:d) ~~Satisfactory~~ proof of entry into Canada and of lawful admission for permanent residence. This could include passport(s) or a Certificate of Identity;		:d) satisfactory proof of entry into Canada and of lawful admission for permanent residence. This could include passport(s) or a Certificate of Identity,

	:e) A Certificate of Marriage or legal name change document if the applicant’s name has recently changed;		:e) a Certificate of Marriage or legal name change document if the applicant’s name has recently changed,

	:f) ~~Photocopies~~ of all valid and expired passports or travel documents you had in the past 5 years. If you don’t have these documents or there are gaps in time between travel documents, an explanation will be needed; and		:f) photocopies of all valid and expired passports or travel documents you had in the past 5 years. If you don’t have these documents or there are gaps in time between travel documents, an explanation will be needed, and

	:g) ~~Photocopies~~ of personal identity documents: e.g. driver’s license, health insurance card, senior citizen’s card, age of majority card.		:g) photocopies of personal identity documents: e.g. driver’s license, health insurance card, senior citizen’s card, age of majority card.

	In addition to these documents, the applicant must supply two identical photographs that:		In addition to these documents, the applicant must supply two identical photographs that:

	:a) ~~Have~~ been taken within the last six months;		:a) have been taken within the last six months,

	:b) ~~The~~ photographs must show the full front view of the head, with the face in the middle of the photograph, and include the top of the shoulders;		:b) the photographs must show the full front view of the head, with the face in the middle of the photograph, and include the top of the shoulders,

	:c) must be 50 mm (2″) by 70 mm (2 3/4");		:c) must be 50 mm (2″) by 70 mm (2 3/4"),

	:d) ~~The~~ size of the head, from chin to crown, must be between 31 mm (1 1/4″) and 36 mm (1 7/16″);		:d) the size of the head, from chin to crown, must be between 31 mm (1 1/4″) and 36 mm (1 7/16″),

	:e) ~~Crown~~ means the top of the head or (if obscured by hair or a head covering) where the top of the head or skull would be if it could be seen.		:e) crown means the top of the head or (if obscured by hair or a head covering) where the top of the head or skull would be if it could be seen.

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