Canada’s immigration landscape is ever-evolving, and staying informed about the latest IRCC processing times is crucial for those planning to move, study, or work in the country. As of February 5, 2025, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its processing times across various immigration categories. Understanding these timelines helps applicants plan effectively, avoid unnecessary delays, and prepare their applications correctly.

Why Do IRCC Processing Times Matter?

• Effective Planning: Knowing the estimated processing times helps applicants coordinate their job transitions, education plans, and family reunifications accordingly.
• Avoiding Delays: Application volumes fluctuate, and knowing the expected timelines enables applicants to prepare for potential delays.
• Preparation for Success: A complete and well-prepared application enhances the chances of smooth processing and approval.

How IRCC Calculates Processing Times

IRCC determines processing times based on the completion of 80% of applications. The timelines can be influenced by:

• Completeness of Application: Missing or incorrect documents cause delays.
• Case Complexity: Some applications require additional security or background checks.
• Application Volume: High demand may extend processing times.
• Program-Specific Factors: Certain programs have unique requirements, affect their timelines.

Latest IRCC Processing Times – February 2025

Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

• Citizenship Grant: 8 months (increased by 1 month since January 2025).
• Citizenship Certificate: 3 months (unchanged).
• Renunciation of Citizenship: 12 months (reduced by 4 months).
• Search of Citizenship Records: 16 months (increased by 9 months due to demand).

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

• New PR Card: 24 days (reduced by 2 days).
• PR Card Renewal: 17 days (reduced by 1 day).

Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

• Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Outside Canada, excluding Quebec): 10 months (unchanged).
• Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Outside Canada, Quebec): 36 months (due to provincial coordination).
• Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Inside Canada, excluding Quebec): 28 months (increased by 4 months).
• Spouse/Common-Law Partner (Inside Canada, Quebec): 34 months (increased by 2 months).
• Parents/Grandparents Sponsorship: 24 months (outside Quebec) and 48 months (for Quebec applicants).

Economic Immigration Processing Times (Updated Monthly and Weekly)

• Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months.
• Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): 6 months.
• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP):
  • Express Entry: 6 months (unchanged).
  • Non-Express Entry: 21 months (increased by 1 month).
• Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW): 9 months.
• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): 9 months.
• Federal Self-Employed Persons: 48 months.
• Quebec Business Class: 71 months.
• Start-Up Visa: 40 months (increased by 1 month).

Temporary Residency Processing Times (Updated Weekly)

• Visitor Visas (Outside Canada):
  • India: 106 days (increased by 2 days).
  • United States: 28 days (increased by 4 days).
  • Nigeria: 153 days (reduced by 1 day).
  • Pakistan: 17 days (reduced by 1 day).
  • Philippines: 18 days (reduced by 4 days).
• Visitor Visa (Inside Canada): 40 days (reduced by 9 days).
• Super Visa: Processing times vary by country, with reductions for Nigeria and Pakistan but increases for India and the Philippines.
• Study Permit (Outside Canada): Processing times range from 5 to 15 weeks, depending on the country.
• Work Permit (Outside Canada): Processing times vary from 5 to 20 weeks, with India and Pakistan showing no changes while U.S. and Nigeria saw a reduction.
• Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): Immediate approval in 5 minutes.
• International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks (reduced by 3 weeks).

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