Candidates born outside Canada to a Canadian parent might be eligible for Canadian citizenship. Benefits of Canadian citizenship: permanent residency in a top country, powerful passport. The Canadian citizenship certificate, issued by IRCC, is definitive proof of citizenship. Canada allows citizenship by descent only for the first generation.
Eligibility criteria
- Canadian parentage: Born abroad with at least one Canadian parent.
- First-generation descent: Recognized only for the first generation born outside Canada.
- Application timing: Apply anytime, but not for adopted children.
FAQs
Is descent citizenship limited?
Yes, Canada exclusively permits citizenship by descent for the first generation born outside of Canada to a Canadian parent.
What's the eligibility for the Citizenship Certificate?
To qualify, individuals born outside Canada must have at least one biological or legal parent who was a Canadian citizen at their birth. This eligibility is determined through a "proof of Canadian citizenship" application.
Who's recognized for descent?
Citizenship by descent is recognized only for the first generation born outside of Canada to a Canadian parent.
When can one apply?
The application can be submitted at any point in life, regardless of whether the Canadian parent is living or deceased. However, children adopted by a Canadian after birth are ineligible.
Can it be submitted online?
Yes, the application can be submitted conveniently online through the IRCC website.
Is urgent processing available?
Yes, IRCC offers an urgent processing option for special cases, expediting the process for individuals in need of immediate access to benefits such as healthcare, a social insurance number, employment, or emergency travel to or from Canada.
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