When you apply for citizenship, officials will check your status, verify that you are not prohibited from applying, and ensure that you meet the requirements.1
Your application may take several months.1
The citizenship test is usually a written test, but it could be an interview. You will be tested on two basic requirements for citizenship:
- knowledge of Canada and of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and
- adequate knowledge of English or French.1
All the citizenship test questions are based on the subject areas noted in the Citizenship Regulations, and all required information is provided in this study guide.1
If you pass the test and meet all the other requirements, you will receive a Notice to Appear to Take the Oath of Citizenship. This document tells you the date, time and place of your citizenship ceremony.
At the ceremony, you will:
- Take The Oath of Citizenship;
- Sign the oath form; and
- Receive your Canadian Citizenship Certificate.1