Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released its latest immigration processing time estimates, offering clearer expectations for individuals seeking to study, work, or settle in Canada. Updated as of May 6, 2025, these timelines reflect current application volumes and IRCC’s processing capacity, serving as a vital planning tool for prospective immigrants, students, workers, and visitors.
Citizenship Applications
Grant of Citizenship: 10 months (increased from 8 months)
Citizenship Certificate: 4 months (previously 3 months)
Renunciation: 7 months (improved from 8 months)
Record Search: 15 months (unchanged)
Resumption of Citizenship: No reliable data currently available
Permanent Residency (PR) Cards
New PR Card Issuance: 35 days (up from 19 days)
PR Card Renewal: 10 days (unchanged)
Note: Incomplete applications remain a major contributor to processing delays.
Economic Class Permanent Residency
Express Entry (CEC, FSWP, PNP): 5 months
Non-Express Entry PNP: 20 months
Quebec Skilled Workers: 9 months
Federal Self-Employed Applicants: 53 months (up from 50 months)
Start-Up Visa Program: 41 months (increased from 40 months)
Temporary Resident Visas & Permits
Visitor Visas (Outside Canada)
India: 19 days
United States: 18 days
Nigeria: 89 days
Pakistan: 25 days
Philippines: 27 days
Inside Canada
Visitor Visa: 20 days
Visitor Visa Extension: 163 days (up from 140 days)
Super Visa: 68 to 172 days depending on location
Study Permits
Outside Canada:
India: 8 weeks
United States: 5 weeks
Nigeria: 5 weeks
Pakistan: 9 weeks
Philippines: 11 weeks
Inside Canada: 4 weeks
Extension Applications: 223 days
Work Permits (Outside Canada)
India: 18 weeks
United States: 17 weeks
Nigeria: 9 weeks
Pakistan: 8 weeks
Philippines: 7 weeks
These processing timeframes, while not guaranteed, are updated regularly to reflect IRCC’s operational realities and help applicants set realistic expectations. Individuals are encouraged to submit complete and accurate applications to avoid unnecessary delays and regularly consult the IRCC website for the most current information.
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