Canadian Citizenship
Take the next step toward Canadian citizenship.
Take the next step toward Canadian citizenship.
For many permanent residents, becoming a Canadian citizen is an important milestone after years of building a life in Canada.
Canadian citizenship applications involve more than completing a form. Your physical presence in Canada, travel history, tax obligations, language requirements and other eligibility criteria all need to be carefully reviewed before submitting your application.
This is where professional guidance can make a difference.
At SKO, we help you understand the requirements that apply to your situation, review your eligibility and prepare your citizenship application with the documentation needed to support it.
Why Work With an Immigration Professional?
Because the details of your time in Canada matter.
Travel outside Canada, changes in your personal circumstances and gaps in your records can make a citizenship application more complicated than it first appears.
With SKO, you have professional guidance to help you:
- Review your citizenship eligibility
- Calculate and review your physical presence in Canada
- Review your travel history and absences
- Assess applicable language and knowledge requirements
- Identify potential concerns before submitting your application
- Prepare and organize supporting documentation
- Prepare and review your citizenship application
- Submit and monitor your application with IRCC
- Respond to IRCC requests and communications
- Receive professional representation throughout the process
The goal is to make sure your citizenship application is carefully prepared and supported before it is submitted.
How SKO Can Help
SKO can assist with:
- Citizenship eligibility and physical presence review
- Travel history and absence documentation
- Citizenship application preparation
- Guidance regarding language and knowledge requirements
- Application submission and monitoring
- IRCC communications and additional document requests
- Guidance throughout the citizenship process, including the oath ceremony
Common Questions
Do I qualify for Canadian citizenship?
Eligibility depends on your individual circumstances, including your physical presence in Canada, status as a permanent resident and other applicable requirements.
A consultation allows us to review your situation and determine what you should consider before applying.
How is my physical presence in Canada calculated?
Physical presence is based on your time in Canada during the applicable period before you apply. Your travel history and absences are therefore important when determining eligibility.
SKO can review your travel history and help calculate your physical presence before you submit your application.
Do I need to pass a citizenship test?
Depending on your age and circumstances, you may be required to complete a citizenship test and meet applicable language requirements.
SKO can explain which requirements apply to your situation and guide you through the process.
Do I need to have filed my taxes in Canada?
Depending on your circumstances, tax filing requirements may form part of your citizenship eligibility. SKO can review the applicable requirements with you as part of your citizenship assessment.
How long does Canadian citizenship take?
Processing times can vary depending on IRCC processing volumes, the application and individual circumstances. SKO can provide guidance based on your situation, but processing times are not guaranteed.
How much does citizenship application representation cost?
Professional fees depend on the complexity of the application and whether additional services are involved.
A consultation is recommended before retaining SKO so your situation can be properly assessed and the appropriate services and fees can be discussed.
When you retain SKO for representation, your consultation fee is credited toward your professional fees.
Government processing fees are separate and are paid directly to IRCC.
Can SKO represent me throughout my citizenship application?
Yes. When retained for representation, SKO can assist with preparing and submitting your Canadian citizenship application, monitor communications from IRCC and respond to requests throughout processing.
Ready to move forward?
Start with a consultation.
Every situation is different. A consultation is the best way to understand your options and next steps.