Overview of Citizenship Applications
We guide clients through the citizenship application process, helping them understand requirements and prepare necessary documentation.
Citizenship
Who can apply
To become a Canadian citizen, most applicants must
- be a permanent resident
- have lived in Canada for at least 3 out of the last 5 years (1,095 days)
- have filed their taxes, if they need to
- pass a citizenship test
- prove their language skills in English or French
- take the oath of citizenship
Who has to take the oath:
- Adults and children aged 14 or over must go to the citizenship ceremony and take the oath.
- Parents will get certificates of citizenship for their children under age 14. Children under age 14 don’t have to go but are welcome to.
Contact us at Marathon Immigration to apply for your Citizenship, Test Preparation, Citizenship Certificate and Canadian Passport.
Who has to take the test and go to the interview
| Your age and situation | Take the test | Go to the interview |
|---|---|---|
| Adult 18 to 54 years of age | Yes | We may invite you to an interview |
| Adult 55 and over | No | We may invite you to an interview |
| Minor under 18 with a Canadian parent or a parent applying at the same time | No | No, except in some cases |
| Minor 14 to 17 without a Canadian parent or a parent applying at the same time | No | We may invite you to an interview |
| Minor under 14 without a Canadian parent or a parent applying at the same time | No | No, except in some cases |
