Requirements for Canadian Citizenship Grant

Requirements for Canadian Citizenship Grant

This briefing doc summarizes the key requirements for obtaining Canadian citizenship based on provided excerpts from "Pasted Text" concerning Citizenship Grants.

Core Requirements (Section 5 of the Citizenship Act):

To be eligible for a grant of Canadian citizenship, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

• Formal Application: Submit a completed application for citizenship, ensuring minors have an authorized representative acting on their behalf.
• Permanent Resident Status: Hold permanent resident ("PR") status in Canada without any outstanding conditions related to this status.
• Physical Presence: Demonstrate physical presence in Canada for a minimum of 1095 days within the five years preceding the application date.

"applicant must have been physically present in Canada for at least 1095 days within the five years before the date of application"

• Tax Filing Compliance: Meet all filing obligations stipulated by the Income Tax Act for three tax years (fully or partially) within the five years prior to the application date.
• Language Proficiency (Ages 18-54): Provide evidence of adequate English or French language skills, including speaking and listening, through approved tests, educational transcripts, or government-funded language program results reaching Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB)/Niveau de Compétence Linguistique Canadien (NCLC) level 4 or higher.

"If the individual is between the ages of 18 and 54, they are required to send proof of their ability to speak and listen in English or French in the citizenship application"

• Citizenship Knowledge Test (Ages 18-54): Successfully complete the citizenship knowledge test.
• Absence of Legal Impediments: Not be subject to a removal order or any prohibitions as outlined in Section V.C of the source document.

Important Notes:

• Pre-PR Presence: Time spent in Canada as a temporary resident or protected person before gaining PR status can count as half-day credit towards the physical presence requirement (maximum 365 days).
• Physical Presence Calculator: The online calculator provided by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) can be used to calculate physical presence and the printed results can be included in the application.
• Detailed Information: The Citizenship Act (specifically sections 1.01, 1.02, 1.03, 1.2 & 1.3) provides comprehensive details on exceptions to these requirements. Applicants are advised to consult the IRCC website for the most up-to-date regulations and requirements.

This briefing document provides a high-level overview of the main themes and crucial information for individuals seeking Canadian citizenship. However, it is essential to consult official sources and legal professionals for comprehensive guidance tailored to individual circumstances.

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