Synopsis:
The November 2024 update from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) shows changes in processing times for various immigration programs. Citizenship grants now take 7 months, while PR card renewals are processed in 57 days. Family sponsorship for spouses outside Canada is 10 months, with reductions in some other areas. Economic immigration programs like the Canadian Experience Class and Federal Skilled Worker Program remain at 5 months. Provincial Nominee Programs and Quebec Skilled Workers have seen slight increases. Temporary residency processing times vary, with notable delays for India and Pakistan. These updates aim to manage high demand and streamline processing.
Staying updated on Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processing times is essential for anyone navigating Canada’s immigration system. With rising backlogs and varying timelines across programs, IRCC’s latest update provides applicants valuable insights to better plan their journey. Here, we cover the most recent November 2024 processing times for citizenship, family sponsorship, economic immigration, and temporary residency applications.
Topics Discussed:
- Updated IRCC processing times for citizenship and PR cards
- Family sponsorship timelines
- Economic immigration and skilled worker programs
- Temporary residency, including study and work permits
Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
Citizenship processing has seen some adjustments:
- Citizenship Grant: 7 months (increased by 1 month)
- Citizenship Certificate: 4 months (no change)
- Renunciation of Citizenship: 16 months (unchanged)
- Search of Citizenship Records: 11 months (decreased by 1 month)
IRCC is currently sending acknowledgment of receipt (AOR) letters for citizenship applications submitted in late October 2024.
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Permanent Resident (PR) Card Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
For those awaiting PR cards, IRCC’s latest figures show:
- New PR Card: 25 days (unchanged)
- PR Card Renewal: 57 days (slightly faster, down by 2 days)
Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)
Processing times for family sponsorships vary based on location:
- Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Outside Canada): 10 months
- Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Inside Canada): 12 months (decreased by 1 month)
- Parents/Grandparents: 24 months (outside Quebec); 48 months in Quebec
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Economic Immigration Processing Times (Updated Monthly and Weekly)
IRCC offers monthly updates for economic immigration, which includes skilled worker programs:
- Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months (unchanged)
- Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): 5 months (unchanged)
- Provincial Nominee Program (Express Entry): 6 months
- Provincial Nominee Program (non-Express Entry): 13 months (increased by 1 month)
- Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW): 11 months (up by 2 months)
For programs like the Federal Self-employed Persons Program and Quebec Business Class, processing times remain significantly longer, with Quebec Business Class currently taking 58 months.
Temporary Residency Processing Times (Updated Weekly)
Temporary residency applications, such as visitor visas and study permits, are updated weekly:
- Visitor Visa from Outside Canada: Processing times vary by country. For instance, applications from India take around 113 days, while the United States is at 26 days.
- Study Permit from Outside Canada: Processing times range from 6 weeks in the Philippines to 13 weeks for Pakistan.
- Work Permit from Outside Canada: India’s processing time remains at 28 weeks, while the Philippines has reduced to 7 weeks.
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Canada Immigration News
In the past year, Canada Immigration News has emphasized transparency in IRCC processing, with regular updates allowing applicants to stay on top of expected wait times. The IRCC’s latest changes in processing times reflect efforts to manage growing demand and streamline visa processing. For example, the introduction of updated timelines for temporary residency applications, such as study permits, reflects efforts to manage high demand from specific countries like India and Nigeria.
Conclusion
As Canada continues to address growing immigration demand, staying informed of IRCC processing times can help applicants make informed decisions. With processing timelines fluctuating based on immigration streams, tracking these changes through Canada Immigration News ensures that applicants can better plan and prepare for their next steps. For the most accurate information, it’s always best to check the official IRCC website regularly.
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