Citizenship

In order to obtain the Canadian citizenship, most applicants must meet the following requirements:

In some cases, other requirements may apply.

What are some of the rights of obtaining Canadian citizenship?

• Canadian citizens have no residency obligations. This means that they can live inside or outside Canada without losing their status.
• Canadian citizens are entitled to obtain a Canadian passport.
• They also have the rights to vote and run in federal, provincial and municipal elections.
Will the time I was a temporary resident in Canada count towards the time I must remain in Canada to be eligible for citizenship?

Yes. Every day spent in Canada as a legal temporary-resident counts as a half-day, up to a maximum of 365 days. For example, if you lived in Canada as a temporary resident for three years, the amount of time that will be taken into account will be 1 year.
Does time spent outside of Canada during travels affect my eligibility period?

The minimum time you must stay in Canada to be eligible for Canadian citizenship is 1,095 days, within the last 5 years. The days you spend outside of Canada in this period will not count towards eligibility time.

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