Navigating Canadian Citizenship: Your Complete Guide to Physical Presence Calculation

Expert Insights by CTIV , Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants Toronto Canada

Table of Contents

1. Calculating Physical Presence for Canadian Citizenship

   • 1.1 From Permanent Resident to Citizen: The Transition

   • 1.2 What is the Online Physical Presence Calculator?

     • Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Calculator

   • 1.3 Simplifying Family Sponsorship Applications

   • 1.4 Why Choose Certified Immigration Consultants?

2. FAQs: Citizenship Applications, Forms, and Eligibility

1. Calculating Physical Presence for Canadian Citizenship

To qualify for Canadian citizenship, you must prove 1,095 days (3 years) of physical presence in Canada within the 5 years before applying. Let’s break this down.

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1.1 From Permanent Resident to Citizen

Becoming a citizen starts with understanding your residency timeline:

• Permanent Residents (PR): Each day in Canada as a PR counts as 1 full day.

• Temporary Status (Work/Study Permit, Visitor Visa): Days here count as 0.5 days, up to a maximum of 365 days.

Example: If you spent 2 years on a work permit (730 days x 0.5 = 365 days) and 2 years as a PR (730 days), your total is *1,095 days.

1.2 What is the Online Physical Presence Calculator?

The IRCC’s Physical Presence Calculator is the only official tool to track your eligibility.

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How to Use the Calculator

1. Gather travel records (passport stamps, entry/exit dates).

2. Log trips outside Canada, including vacations.

3. Input dates for all statuses (PR, work/study permits).

4. Review the summary and save the PDF result for your application.

Tip: Overlap between temporary and PR status? The calculator automatically prioritizes PR days.

1.3 Family Sponsorship Made Easier

Applying with family? Key considerations:

• Minors (Under 18): Use CIT 0003 Form.

• Children Born in Canada: Automatically citizens, even if parents are temporary residents.

• Children Born Abroad: May derive citizenship if at least one parent is Canadian.

Scenario: A child born in the USA to a Canadian parent can claim citizenship by descent.

1.4 Why Choose Certified Immigration Consultants?

At CTIV CI, our Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs):
✅ Verify every day counted in your physical presence.
✅ Ensure forms like CIT 0002 (Adult Application) are error-free.
✅ Advise on complex cases (e.g., extended absences, lost travel records).

2. FAQs: Citizenship Applications, Forms, and Eligibility

Q: How do I download the Canadian citizenship application form (PDF)?
A: Visit the IRCC website for the latest CIT 0002 (adults) or CIT 0003 (minors) forms.

Q: What’s the cost to apply for citizenship?
A: 630CADforadults(includes630CADforadults(includes100 right of citizenship fee).

Q: How long after reaching 1,095 days can I apply?
A: Apply immediately! Processing takes ~12 months.

Q: Do parents gain citizenship if their child is born in Canada?
A: No, but the child is automatically Canadian. Parents must apply for PR/citizenship separately.

Q: Can I apply online?
A: Yes! Use the Citizenship Application Portal for digital submissions.

Need Help?
Stuck on your physical presence calculation or CIT 0002 form? Book a consultation with CTIV’s RCICs  expert immigration consult to avoid delays or rejections.

Why Trust CTIV CI?

• Regulated by the College of Immigration Consultants

• 15+ years specializing in citizenship applications

• 98% approval rate for physical presence documentation

Updated for 2024 requirements. Always verify with official IRCC resources.

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