IRCC Updates Canada Immigration Processing Times for July 2026
Waiting for your Canadian immigration application? The latest IRCC processing times for July 2026 are now available, giving applicants a clearer picture of how long different visa and immigration applications may take.
Whether you're applying for permanent residence, a work permit, Canada study permit, a visitor visa, or Canadian citizenship, staying informed about current processing timelines can help you plan your next steps with confidence.
In this update, we've compiled the latest Canada visa processing times published by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), along with key insights into what may affect your application's timeline.
Canada Citizenship Processing Times of June 2026
| Application Type | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| Citizenship Grant | About 13 months | About 12 months |
| Citizenship Certificate (Proof of Citizenship) | About 15 months | About 19 months |
| Resumption of Citizenship | Not enough data | Not enough data |
| Renunciation of Citizenship | 7 months | 6 months |
| Search of Citizenship Records | 17 months | 17 months |
| Adoption | Part 1: 1.5 months Part 2: Varies by complexity | Part 1: 4 months Part 2: Varies by complexity |
Canada PR Processing Times
| Application Type | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| New Permanent Resident (PR) Card | 40 days | 37 days |
| Renewing or Replacing a Permanent Resident Card | 29 days | 34 days |
Family Sponsorship Processing Times
| Application Type | Processing Time (08 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner Inside Canada (In Quebec) | About 32 months | About 32 months |
| Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner Inside Canada (Outside Quebec) | About 26 months | About 27 months |
| Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner outside Canada (In Quebec) | About 33 months | About 33 months |
| Spouse, common-law or conjugal partner outside Canada (Outside Quebec) | About 16 months | About 17 months |
| Dependent Child - India | 7 months | 7 months |
| Parents & Grandparents (Non-Quebec) | About 67 months | About 65 months |
| Parents & Grandparents (Quebec) | About 32 months | About 30 months |
| Adopted Child or other relative - India | No Changes | Not enough data |
Economic Immigration Processing Times
| Application Type | Processing Time (08 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) | About 26 months | About 26 months |
| Canadian Experience Class (Express Entry) | About 7 months | About 6 months |
| Provincial Nominees (Via Express Entry) | About 6 months | About 7 months |
| Provincial Nominees (Not Express Entry) | About 13 months | About 12 months |
| Quebec Business Class | About 76 months | About 75 months |
| Skilled Worker (Federal) | About 7 months | About 7 months |
| Skilled Worker (Quebec) | 11 months | 11 months |
| Skilled Trades (Federal) | Not enough data | Not enough data |
Temporary Residence Visa Processing Times: Visitor Visa
| Country | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (7 July) |
| India | 28 days | 20 days |
| UAE | 42 days | 38 days |
| Nigeria | 48 days | 59 days |
| Pakistan | 47 days | 34 days |
| Philippines | 20 days | 17 days |
Temporary Residence Visa Processing Times: Work Permit
| Country | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (7 July) |
| India | 9 weeks | 9 weeks |
| UAE | 8 weeks | 36 weeks |
| Nigeria | 6 weeks | 11 weeks |
| Pakistan | 8 weeks | 6 weeks |
| Philippines | 8 weeks | 7 weeks |
Temporary Residence Visa Processing Times: Study Permit
| Country | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| India | 5 weeks | 5 weeks |
| UAE | 3 weeks | 4 weeks |
| Nigeria | 6 weeks | 5 weeks |
| Pakistan | 7 weeks | 6 weeks |
| Philippines | 4 weeks | 4 weeks |
Temporary Residence Visa Processing Times: Super Visa
| Country | Previous Processing Time (03 June) | Current Processing Time (07 July) |
| India | 112 days | 52 days |
| UAE | 90 days | 87 days |
| Nigeria | 35 days | 33 days |
| Pakistan | 70 days | 179 days |
| Philippines | 33 days | 57 days |
Processing Times Vary Across Immigration Programs
The latest IRCC update shows that processing times continue to vary across Canada's immigration programs.
While applications under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) are currently being processed in about 6 months.
The Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) remains at approximately 7 months, and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications have different timelines depending on whether they are submitted through Express Entry or a non-Express Entry stream.
Applicants under the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP), family sponsorship, study permits, work permits, and visitor visas should also review the latest estimates before planning their move.
As processing times are updated regularly, staying informed can help you better prepare for every stage of your Canadian immigration journey.
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Source: canada.ca
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