IRCC Releases June 2025 Canada Immigration Processing Time Update

Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its latest processing time updates as of June 5, 2025, offering vital information for anyone navigating Canada’s immigration system.

Whether you’re apply for Canada PR, citizenship, or a passport, these timelines provide a clear picture of what to expect.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the newest IRCC processing times, optimized to help you plan your Canadian journey effectively and stay ahead in 2025.

IRCC’s processing times are updated regularly, reflecting real-time data to ensure 80% of applications are processed within the stated periods.

Since adopting advanced analytics in 2022, IRCC provides precise estimates, with weekly updates for temporary visas and PR cards and monthly updates for citizenship, PR, and family sponsorships.

These timelines adjust based on application volume and IRCC’s capacity, making them a critical tool for students, workers, and families planning their move to Canada.

IRCC Latest processing time (June 05, 2025)

Check how long it’s taking us to process different kinds of applications. Our processing times are updated regularly.

Citizenship Processing Times

IRCC has increased processing times for citizenship applications.

Here’s the latest Processing Time:

• Citizenship Grant: 10 months
• Citizenship Certificate: 5 months
• Renunciation of Citizenship: 7 months
• Search of Citizenship Records: 15 months
• Resumption of Citizenship: Insufficient data for an estimate
• Citizenship for adopted persons: 7 months

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: 49 days
• PR Card Renewal or Replacing: 14 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.

• Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner living outside Canada (Outside Quebec) : 37 months
• Spouse or common-law partner living in Canada (Outside Quebec): 11 months
• Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner living outside Canada (In Quebec): 34 months
• Spouse or common-law partner living inside Canada (In Quebec): 38 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: 12 months
• Canadian experience class (Online via Express Entry): 5 months
• Provincial nominees (Online via Express Entry): 8 months
• Provincial nominees: 19 months
• Skilled workers (federal)- Online via Express Entry: 6 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: 43 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: 21 days
• United Arab Emirates(UAE): 35 days
• United States: 19 days
• Nigeria: 83 days
• Pakistan: 30 days
• Philippines: 31 days
• Singapore: 39 days

Visitor Visa (Inside Canada)

• Processing Time: 23 days

Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents)

• India: 78 days
• United Arab Emirates: 240 days
• United States: 93 days
• Nigeria: 61 days
• Pakistan: 171 days
• Philippines: 112 days

Study Permit (Outside Canada)

• India: 5 weeks
• United Arab Emirates: 9 weeks
• United States: 6 weeks
• Nigeria: 5 weeks
• Pakistan: 11 weeks
• Philippines: 16 weeks

Work Permit (Outside Canada)

• India: 12 weeks
• United Arab Emirates: 9 weeks
• United States: 7 weeks
• Nigeria: 16 weeks
• Pakistan: 5 weeks
• Philippines: 6 weeks
• Saudi Arabia: 7 weeks

Work Permit (Inside Canada)

• Processing Time: 225 days

Other Temporary Visas

• Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 36 days
• International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks
• Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): 5 minutes

Tips for a Smooth Application Process

Submit Complete Applications: Missing documents can lead to significant delays.

• Check Updates Regularly: IRCC’s weekly and monthly updates reflect changing processing capacities.
• Plan for Quebec: Applications involving Quebec often take longer due to provincial requirements.
• Use Official Resources: Visit the IRCC website for tools and guidance.

Stay informed with the latest IRCC processing times and share this guide with anyone planning their Canadian immigration journey.

Source: canada.ca

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