New IRCC update: The latest processing time updates by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) are as of May 6, 2025.

These periods are an integral source of information for applicants for visas, permanent residency (PR), citizenship, or passports.

Regardless of whether you are planning to stay in Canada to study, work or settle in Canada, or you are already in Canada to apply for extensions or any status change, timelines below can assist you to understand the process.

IRCC’s processing times are dynamic, providing real-time data for an accurate estimate for 80% of applications.

IRCC has relied on a sophisticated instrument to provide accurate timelines since 2022 instead of the out-dated standards.

Updates are being issued weekly for temporary visas and PR cards and monthly for citizenship, PR and family sponsorships.

Based on application volumes and IRCC processing capacity these estimates will vary and are very important for planning your next move.

Here is a full summary of the latest IRCC processing times, which is going to keep you in the loop and give you an edge for a seamless application process.

Leading with the best data, comparisons, and expert insights, to guide you through the Canadian immigration system in 2025.

Keynote: These are estimates, not guarantees. The waiting period can vary on the complexity of your application or on other verification needs.

Citizenship Processing Times (Updated May 1, 2025)

IRCC has increased processing times for citizenship applications. Here’s the latest:

Citizenship Grant: 10 months (up from 8 months)

Citizenship Certificate: 4 months (up from 3 months)

Renunciation of Citizenship: 7 months (down from 8 months)

Search of Citizenship Records: 15 months (unchanged)

Resumption of Citizenship: Insufficient data for an estimate

Alert: If you applied for citizenship around March 24, 2025, expect an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) notice soon.

Delays may occur for citizenship certificate requests from outside Canada or the U.S.

Permanent Residency (PR) Card Processing Times (Updated Weekly)

PR card processing times have seen slight increases, reflecting higher demand. Check the latest updates:

New PR Card: 35 days (up from 19 days)

PR Card Renewal: 10 days (unchanged)

Pro Tip: Ensure your application is complete to avoid delays, as incomplete submissions can extend processing.

Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

Family sponsorship timelines vary by region and application type, with Quebec often facing longer waits due to additional provincial requirements.

Here’s the breakdown:

Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, Non-Quebec): 10 months (down from 11 months)

Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, Quebec): 36 months (up from 35 months)

Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Non-Quebec): 29 months (up from 24 months)

Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Quebec): 36 months (unchanged)

Parents/Grandparents PR (Non-Quebec): 36 months (unchanged)

Parents/Grandparents PR (Quebec): 48 months (no change)

Insight: Quebec’s extended timelines stem from its unique immigration agreements with the federal government.

Therefore, if you are sponsoring family members in Quebec, make plans accordingly.

Canadian Passport Processing Times (Updated May 1, 2025)

Passport processing remains consistent, with options for urgent or express services:

New Passport (In-Person): 10 business days (no change)

New Passport (Mail): 20 business days (no change)

Urgent Pick-Up: By the end of the next business day

Express Pick-Up: 2–9 business days

Regular Passport (Mailed from Outside Canada): 20 business days (no change)

Permanent Residency Economic Class (Updated Monthly)

Economic class PR programs, such as Express Entry, cater to skilled workers and entrepreneurs.

Here’s the latest:

Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months (no change)

Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): 5 months (down from 6 months)

Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): Insufficient data

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) via Express Entry: 5 months (down from 6 months)

Non-Express Entry PNP: 20 months (down from 21 months)

Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW): 9 months (no change)

Quebec Business Class: Not enough data

Federal Self-Employed: 53 months (up from 50 months)

Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): 11 months (No change)

Start-Up Visa: 41 months (up from 40 months)

Temporary Resident Visas (Updated Weekly)

Temporary visa processing times vary by country and visa type. Below are key updates for May 6, 2025:

1. Visitor Visa (Outside Canada)

India: 19 days (up from 18 days)

United States: 18 days (up from 17 days)

Nigeria: 89 days (down from 93 days)

Pakistan: 25 days (up from 23 days)

Philippines: 27 days (up from 25 days)

2. Visitor Visa (Inside Canada)

Processing Time: 20 days (up from 17 days)

3. Visitor Extension

Processing Time: 163 days (up from 140 days)

4. Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents)

India: 119 days (down from 127 days)

United States: 74 days (down from 94 days)

Nigeria: 68 days (up from 61 days)

Pakistan: 172 days (up from 138 days)

Philippines: 116 days (down from 3 days)

5. Study Permit (Outside Canada)

India: 8 weeks (no change)

United States: 5 weeks (up from 4 weeks)

Nigeria: 5 weeks (down from 6 weeks)

Pakistan: 9 weeks (up from 8 weeks)

Philippines: 11 weeks (up from 10 weeks)

6. Study Permit (Inside Canada)

Processing Time: 4 weeks (no change)

7. Study Permit Extension

Processing Time: 223 days (up from 220 days)

8. Work Permit (Outside Canada)

India: 18 weeks (no change)

United States: 17 weeks (No change)

Nigeria: 9 weeks (no change)

Pakistan: 8 weeks (no change)

Philippines: 7 weeks (no change)

9. Work Permit (Inside Canada)

Processing Time: 233 days (up from 227 days)

10. Other Temporary Visas

Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 11 days (no change)

International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks (up from 4 weeks)

Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): 5 minutes (some cases may take up to 72 hours)

It is important to know about IRCC processing times in order to plan your immigration journey; reunite with your loved ones, take a job in Canada, or become a Canadian citizen.

These updates give you a data-based roadmap to use for predicting wait times and preparing for subsequent steps.

For more than four years, our team follows IRCC’s processing data, providing accurate, updated results.

We provide you with up-to-date information directly from IRCC official channels thus making your immigration plans more authentic and relevant.

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