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IRCC Processing Times

Last updated: April 2025
ProgramEstimated Time
Express Entry (FSW)6 months
Express Entry (CEC)4-6 months
Express Entry (FST)6 months
PNP (paper-based)15-19 months
PNP (Express Entry)6 months
Study Permit4-16 weeks
Work Permit (inside Canada)3-5 months
Work Permit (outside Canada)2-27 weeks
Family Sponsorship (spouse in Canada)12 months
Family Sponsorship (spouse outside)12 months
Citizenship6-12 months
PR Card Renewal43-103 days
Super Visa79 days

Processing times are estimates and may change.

IRCC Processing Times

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