Canadian citizenship test and language proof: format, pass mark and accepted documents
Who takes the test, how it works, what happens if you fail, and which language results IRCC accepts.
Last checked: 2026-11-07
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Notice: The CRS structure changed on November 3, 2026. IRCC says profiles in the pool are recalculated automatically, taking up to about two weeks, with draws paused during the transition. The next round date is not confirmed.
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Practical starting points, linked to official sources.
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Citizenship physical presence: counting 1,095 days before you apply
Count days in Canada over the right five-year window, including the limited credit for time before permanent residence.
Last checked: 2026-11-06
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