The timelines are estimates and reflect how long it takes the IRCC to process most complete applications of the specific type. The processing timeline starts the day the IRCC receives the complete application and ends when it takes its final call.
Read more: How deletion of old H-1B visa applications affects workersThe actual timeline may vary depending on how many applications are pending or if the application in question is complex. Your application may be delayed or returned if it’s incomplete.
Canada immigration: Latest Canadian citizenship and PR timelines
Processing time for Canadian citizenship and PR
– Citizenship grant: 9 months
– Citizenship certificate: 4 months
– Renunciation of citizenship: 10 months
– Search of citizenship records: 16 months
– Citizenship for adopted persons: Part 1: 9 months, Part 2: Varies by complexity
– New PR Card: 16 days
– PR Card renewals: 14 daysRead more: Germany updates travel advisory for US, says visa or entry waiver doesn’t guarantee entry
Canada immigration new timelines: Temporary residence timeline for Indians
– Visitor visa (from outside Canada): 83 days
– Visitor visa (from inside Canada): 15 days
– Visitor extension (Visitor record): 119 days
– Super Visa (parents or grandparents): 133 days
– Study permit (from outside Canada): 15 weeks
– Study permit (from inside Canada): 3 weeks
– Study permit extension: 114 days
– Work permit (from outside Canada): 20 weeks (may be longer for non-essential occupations)
– Work permit from inside Canada (initial and extension): 111 days
– Seasonal Agricultural Work Program (SAWP): 12 days
– International Experience Canada (IEC) – Current Season: 2 weeks
– Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA): 5 minutes
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It is important to be note that some eTA applications need more time to get processed. Such applicants will receive an email within 72 hours with procedure for next steps.
