Canadian Citizenship

Canadian Citizenship grants full rights as a Canadian citizen under the Citizenship Act — including the right to vote, hold a passport, and access consular services worldwide. At Green Acres Immigration Services Ltd., our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) guide you through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) citizenship requirements with clear, authorized support.

Who Qualifies for Citizenship?

You must meet all five core IRCC requirements:

1. Permanent Resident Status
Hold valid PR status and not be subject to removal.

2. Live in Canada (Physical Presence)
Spend 1,095 days (3 years) in Canada as a PR within the 5 years before applying:

  • Adults (18+) calculate their own time

  • Minors use parent’s presence

3. Language Skills (Ages 18-54)
Prove CLB/NCLC Level 4 or higher in English/French through ALL these IRCC-approved methods:

  • Approved language tests: CELPIP, IELTS (General), TEF Canada, TCF Canada

  • Canadian education: Secondary or post-secondary diploma/degree from a Canadian school where English/French was the main language of instruction

  • Government-funded language training: Certificate from a program funded by IRCC or provincial government

  • Academic transcripts: From Canadian schools where language of instruction was English/French

4. Pass the Citizenship Test (Ages 18-54)
20-question test covering:

  • Canadian government and laws

  • Rights and responsibilities

  • History, geography, symbols

5. File Taxes
File Canada taxes for 3 years in the past 5 (if required to file)

Plus: Clean criminal record and no security prohibitions.

What You Need to Apply

Complete citizenship applications include:

  1. Forms: IMM 0008 + Schedule 14 (physical presence calculator)

  2. PR proof: PR card copy

  3. Language evidence: Test results OR education certificates/transcripts

  4. Photos: Two citizenship photos (IRCC specs)

  5. Tax info: Notice of Assessment (NOA) for 3 years

  6. ID: Passport, birth certificate

Your Citizenship Journey

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Confirm you meet all Citizenship Act requirements.

Step 2: Calculate Physical Presence
Complete Schedule 14 accurately (every day counts!).

Step 3: Gather Documents
Organize complete evidence package.

Step 4: Submit Online
Upload to IRCC secure portal with required fees.

Step 5: Testing Phase

  • Language test invitation (if documents don’t prove proficiency)

  • Citizenship test (online or in-person)

  • Interview (if requested)

Step 6: Ceremony
Take the Oath of Citizenship at IRCC ceremony:

“I swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles the Third, King of Canada…”

How we can assist

Our RCICs provide:

  • Eligibility assessment using current Citizenship Act rules

  • Physical presence calculations (Schedule 14)

  • Language proof guidance (tests vs. education certificates)

  • Document review for completeness

  • Online form accuracy per IRCC requirements

  • IRCC portal submission support

Regulatory Disclaimer

We are licensed Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants authorized by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Immigration laws and policies change frequently. The information on this website is for general guidance only and does not guarantee any outcome. Please consult the official IRCC website and schedule a consultation with us for professional advice.