How Long Does It Take to Get Citizenship After the Test?

After passing the citizenship test, you'll typically wait 1-3 months for your citizenship ceremony invitation. The timeline depends on ceremony scheduling in your area.

The Timeline

  1. Test day: You may learn your results the same day (in-person) or within a few weeks (online).
  2. Background check: IRCC completes any remaining verification.
  3. Ceremony invitation: You receive your ceremony date (1-3 months after passing).
  4. Ceremony: Take the Oath, receive your certificate, become Canadian.

What to Do While Waiting

Start thinking about your next steps: applying for a Canadian passport, registering to vote, and updating your records. Learn what happens at the citizenship ceremony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I speed up the process?
Unfortunately no. Ceremony scheduling depends on IRCC's timeline and your location.

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