Canada extends proof of citizenship processing time to 19 months

The Canadian government has announced that the processing time for its proof of citizenship has increased to 19 months, IRCC.com reports.

This was disclosed on the country’s immigration, refugees and citizenship website on Thursday.

According to IRCC, the change takes effect immediately, affecting all new and existing applications.

The platform although not affiliated with Canadian government but has always given information about Canada’s affairs was quoted as saying in its report that, “This development matters because it represents a significant increase from the previous processing times, which had been steadily rising over the past year.

“Historically, the processing time for proof of citizenship had been much shorter, typically ranging from a few months to a year. The current backlog, which is nearing 100,000 applications, is a major factor contributing to the prolonged processing times. This surge in applications can be attributed to the growing demand for Canadian citizenship, driven by the country’s reputation as a welcoming and inclusive society.

“The specific mechanics of the proof of citizenship application process remain unchanged, with applicants still required to submit their applications through the official government website or by mail.”

The report also maintained that the eligibility criteria, document requirements, and fees associated with the application remain the same.