If you are a Canadian permanent resident over the age of 18, who has lived in Canada for more than three of the last five years, you may be eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship. Canadian citizenship differs greatly from permanent residence. For example, naturalized citizens can benefit from dual citizenship, the ability to take … Read more
Virtual citizenship ceremonies have become the norm in Canada. These ceremonies were traditionally held in person, but over the pandemic, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) started conducting virtual ceremonies to abide by social distancing regulations and reduce the backlog. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen Immigration Law Firm Despite the lifting … Read more
At midnight on March 31, 2025, the right of citizenship fee for adults was increased. Permanent residents who have applied—or will apply—for Canadian citizenship on or after this date will now be subject to the new fee of $119.75. Those who have submitted a complete Canadian citizenship application online before midnight on March 31, and … Read more
If you’re a permanent resident applying for Canadian citizenship, you can take action to avoid potential pitfalls in your application, which might result in delays. Citizenship applications can be quite involved, and it’s easy to make mistakes that might result in delays. Schedule a Free Canadian Citizenship Consultation with the Cohen ImmigrationLaw Firm This article … Read more
