IRCC New Update: Canada Latest Processing Times as of May 2025

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has published its most recent processing time update as of May 20, 2025. These timelines provide key insights into the duration of Canada immigration services—from temporary visas to permanent residence, citizenship, and passports. Since 2022, IRCC has used an advanced tool to deliver precise timelines, replacing outdated standards.

With rising global demand and application volumes, these figures serve as a vital planning tool for individuals apply for Canada PR or status adjustments in Canada. It’s important to note: these times are estimates based on 80% of recent applications and may vary.

IRCC Latest processing time (May 20, 2025)

Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the newest IRCC processing times, designed to keep you informed and boost your chances of a smooth application process.

Citizenship Processing Times

IRCC has increased processing times for citizenship applications.

Here’s the latest Processing Time:

• Citizenship Grant: 10 months
• Citizenship Certificate: 4 months
• Renunciation of Citizenship: 7 months
• Search of Citizenship Records: 15 months (unchanged)
• Resumption of Citizenship: Insufficient data for an estimate

Permanent Residency (PR) Card Processing Times

PR card processing times have seen slight increases, reflecting higher demand. Check the latest updates:

• New Permanent Resident (PR) Card: 47 days
• PR Card Renewal: 12 days

Family Sponsorship Processing Times

Family sponsorship timelines vary by region and application type, with Quebec often facing longer waits due to additional provincial requirements.

Here’s the breakdown:

• Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner living outside Canada (Outside Quebec) : 10 months
• Spouse or common-law partner living in Canada (Outside Quebec): 29 months
• Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner living outside Canada (In Quebec): 36 months
• Spouse or common-law partner living inside Canada (In Quebec): 36 months
• Parents or grandparents (Outside Quebec): 36 months
• Parents or grandparents (In Quebec): 48 months

Canadian Passport Processing Times Updated

Passport processing remains consistent, with options for urgent or express services:

• New Passport (In-Person): 10 business days (no change)
• New Passport Applications mailed from abroad : 20 business days
• Urgent Pick-Up: By the end of the next business day
• Express Pick-Up: 2–9 business days
• Regular Passport (Mailed from Outside Canada): 20 business days (no change)

Economic Class PR Applications

Economic class PR programs, such as Express Entry Program, cater to skilled workers and entrepreneurs.

• Atlantic Immigration Program: 11 months
• Canadian experience class (Online via Express Entry): 5 months
• Provincial nominees (Online via Express Entry): 5 months
• Provincial nominees: 20 months
• Skilled workers (federal)- Online via Express Entry: 5 months
• Skilled trades (federal)- Online via Express Entry: Not enough data
• Self-employed persons (federal): 53 months
• Skilled workers (Quebec): 9 months
• Start-up visa: 40 months
• Quebec business class (Includes entrepreneurs, investors, self-employed persons): Not enough data

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Temporary Resident Visas (Updated)

Temporary visa processing times vary by country and visa type.

Visitor visa (from outside Canada)

• India: 19 days
• United Arab Emirates(UAE): 33 days
• United States: 19 days
• Nigeria: 100 days
• Pakistan: 27 days
• Philippines: 29 days

Visitor Visa (Inside Canada)

• Processing Time: 23 days

Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents)

• India: 82 days
• United Arab Emirates: 211 days
• United States: 94 days
• Nigeria: 61 days
• Pakistan: 172 days
• Philippines: 116 days

Study Permit (Outside Canada)

• India: 10 weeks
• United Arab Emirates: 7 weeks
• United States: 5 weeks
• Nigeria: 5 weeks
• Pakistan: 11 weeks
• Philippines: 17 weeks

Work Permit (Outside Canada)

• India: 15 weeks
• United States: 9 weeks
• Nigeria: 12 weeks
• Pakistan: 6 weeks
• Philippines: 6 weeks

Work Permit (Inside Canada)

• Processing Time: 238 days

Other Temporary Visas

• Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 18 days
• International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks
• Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): 5 minutes

What Applicants Should Know

IRCC reminds applicants that these are estimates, not guarantees. The actual processing time may vary depending on the complexity of the case, additional documentation, or security checks.

Applicants are encouraged to ensure all required documentation is submitted accurately and to use IRCC's online tool to check updated timelines weekly.

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