Urgent Processing of a Canadian Citizenship Certificate
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A proof of citizenship certificate confirms your Canadian citizenship. IRCC takes about 15 months to process one. We'll guide you through the urgent processing request.
Urgent Processing of a Canadian Citizenship Certificate
A proof of citizenship certificate is a document that confirms your Canadian citizenship. IRCC typically takes about 15 months to process one. However, since the law C-3 took effect in December 2025, hundreds of thousands of people, many of them Americans newly eligible, have joined the queue.
How to Request Urgent Processing
To request urgent processing of a Canadian citizenship certificate, you need to provide proof that you need expedited processing. This can be documents that prove you need the certificate for work, study, or other important purposes.
Additional Information
For more information on urgent processing of a Canadian citizenship certificate, visit the IRCC website.
What to do next
- Application for Naturalization — Order
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