Citizenship
The final step and one that people often treat as a formality until IRCC asks a question they cannot answer from memory. Most citizenship problems are evidence problems about time and travel.
We carefully review your history and organize the right documentation for you so you can finally celebrate becoming a Canadian citizen.
Citizenship matters we handle
If you are not sure whether you qualify to become a Canadian citizen, start with a consultation.
Applying for citizenship
- Citizenship applications for adults and minor children
- Calculating physical presence correctly, including time credited before permanent residence
- Reconstructing a travel history that holds up to scrutiny when passports are lost, stamps are missing or land crossings left no record
Proving you are already Canadian
- Proof of citizenship applications for a citizenship certificate
- Citizenship by descent for people born abroad to a Canadian parent
When IRCC has concerns
- Requests for additional documents and residence questionnaires
- Citizenship hearings and interviews
- Prohibitions arising from criminal charges, convictions or removal proceedings
- Refusals, reconsideration and judicial review
What the process involves
Calculating physical presence, including any credit for time spent in Canada before permanent residence.
Reconstructing and documenting your travel history before filing, rather than after a questionnaire arrives.
Filing, then the citizenship test for applicants aged 18 to 54 and the interview if one is scheduled.
Responding to residence questionnaires or requests for further evidence within the deadline.
Taking the oath at a citizenship ceremony, in person or online, after which you can apply for your Canadian passport.
Common problems we solve
- Absences from Canada that are difficult to reconstruct years later
- A residence questionnaire arriving with a short deadline
- An application delayed well beyond normal processing times
- Charges or a criminal record that may affect eligibility
- Uncertainty about the status of children born outside Canada
Tell us about your situation
Every immigration matter begins with understanding your circumstances. Share your situation with us and find out what options may be available to you.