June 5, 2025, saw IRCC post new processing time updates that are important for anyone handling Canada’s immigration system.

For people seeking any type of immigration, these timelines outline what they should expect.

This complete guide tells you the latest IRCC processing times which allows you to plan your trip to Canada and stay ahead of changes expected in 2025.

IRCC’s schedules are updated regularly, taking into account live data so that more than 80% of the applications meet the set deadlines.

Since switching to advanced analytics in 2022, IRCC gives accurate estimates for temporary visas, PR cards, etc. The information on PR, citizenship and family sponsorships is updated monthly.

Since the timelines depend on application numbers and the IRCC’s ability to handle them, they play an important role for anyone who wishes to settle in Canada.

Learn about IRCC processing times in June 2025, how to make your immigration easier and follow the helpful tips to success.

Encourage others to use this guide as they try to immigrate to Canada!

Key Note: The scheduled times for processing are just an estimate, not a promise. The number of steps during application or the additional checks required might affect how long you have to wait.

Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

IRCC’s citizenship processing times as of June 5, 2025, are as follows:

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Citizenship Grant	10 months	Unchanged
Citizenship Certificate*	5 months	Increases by 1 month
Resumption of Citizenship	Not enough data	No Change
Renunciation of Citizenship	7 months	No Change
Search of Citizenship Records	15 months	Unchanged

Alert: After applying for citizenship before April 14, 2025, you should get your Acknowledgment of Receipt soon. Citizenship certificate applications made from outside Canada or the United States might experience delays.

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

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 3, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
New PR Card	49 days	Increases by 1 day
PR Card Renewals	14 days	Increases by 2 days

PR card processing times have slightly increased due to rising demand. Here’s the latest from June 3, 2025:

Pro Tip: Submit a complete application to avoid delays, as incomplete forms can significantly extend processing.

Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, excluding Quebec)	11 months	Increases by 1 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, for Quebec)	37 months	Increases by 1 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Non-Quebec)	34 months	Increases by 5 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, for Quebec)	38 months	Increases by 2 months
Parents/Grandparents PR (Non-Quebec)	36 months	No Change
Parents/Grandparents PR (Quebec)	48 months	No Change

Each area can have unique family sponsorship timelines and Quebec’s process often takes more time due to the requirements set up by the province. Look at the updates available on June 5, 2025.:

Insight: The unique agreements Quebec has with the Canadian government cause longer processing periods. Ensure that things are planned out well in advance when you sponsor a family in Quebec.

Canadian Passport Processing Times (Updated June 5, 2025)

Passport processing remains stable, with options for faster 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)

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	5 months	No Change
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)	6 months	Increases by 1 month
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)*	Not enough data	No Change
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) via Express Entry	8 months	Increases by 3 months
Non-Express Entry PNP	19 months	Reduces by 1 month
Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW)	9 months	No Change
Quebec Business Class (Entrepreneurs/Investors/Self-Employed)	Not enough data	No Change
Federal Self-Employed	55 months	Increases by 2 months
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)	12 months	Increases by 1 month
Start-Up Visa	43 months	Increases by 2 months

Special economic class PR programs, for example, Express Entry, are developed for skilled workers and entrepreneurs. Here’s the way things looked on June 5, 2025:

Temporary Resident Visas (Updated Weekly)

Temporary visa processing times vary by country and visa type. Below are updates from June 3, 2025:

1. Visitor Visa (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 3, 2025)	Change since last update
India	21 days	Increases by 2 days
United States	19 days	No change
Nigeria	83 days	Reduces by 29 days
Pakistan	30 days	Increases by 2 days
Philippines	31 days	Increases by 1 day

2. Visitor Visa (Inside Canada): 23 days (up from 20 days since April 30)

3. Visitor Extension: 180 days (increases by 3 days since last week)

4. Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 3, 2025)	Change since last update
India	78 days	increases by 1 day
United States	93 days	increases by 14 days
Nigeria	61 days	reduces by 5 days
Pakistan	171 days	increases by 2 days
Philippines	112 days	No change

5. Study Permit (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 3, 2025)	Change since last update
India	5 weeks	reduces by 5 weeks
United States	6 weeks	increases by 1 week
Nigeria	5 weeks	No change
Pakistan	11 weeks	increases by 1 week
Philippines	16 weeks	increases by 3 weeks

6. Study Permit (Inside Canada): 8 weeks (increases by 1 week)

7. Study Permit Extension: 222 days (decreases by 12 days)

8. Work Permit (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 3, 2025)	Change since last update
India	12 weeks	Reduces by 1 week
United States	7 weeks	Reduces by 1 week
Nigeria	16 weeks	Reduces by 2 weeks
Pakistan	5 weeks	No change
Philippines	6 weeks	No Change

9. Work Permit (Inside Canada) including extensions: 225 days (reduces by 9 days)

10. Other Temporary Visas

Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 36 days (increases by 5 days)

International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks (no change)

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

You should find out how much time IRCC may take to process your papers, as it is important when planning your immigration goals.

With this data, you are able to know what to expect in traffic, beat delays and plan your trip intelligently.

If you want to know about Canada’s immigration laws in 2025, this guide is your best source.

Tips for a Smooth Application Process

Submit Complete Applications: Missing documents can lead to significant delays.

Check Updates Regularly: IRCC’s weekly and monthly updates reflect changing processing capacities.

Plan for Quebec: Applications involving Quebec often take longer due to provincial requirements.

Use Official Resources: Visit the IRCC website for tools and guidance.

Stay informed with the latest IRCC processing times and share this guide with anyone planning their Canadian immigration journey.