IRCC Updates New Processing Times For PR Visas and Citizenship

By CIC Times [Published 29 Sep, 2025 | 04:42 AM] 345

The IRCC updated Canada processing times for various applications on September 24, 2025, covering categories such as PR, visas, and citizenship. Applicants can now access general timelines for each type of application.

The updates include visitor visas, work permits, study permits, Canada PR applications, citizenship applications, and family sponsorships. Since 2022, the IRCC has been using advanced technologies to expedite processing.

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However, these timelines represent median processing times and may vary depending on factors such as high application volumes or missing documents. Processing may take longer than usual in some cases. Applicants are advised to prepare their documents thoroughly in advance to avoid delays.

Current IRCC Processing Times

Below, we provide detailed information that allows us to see the general processing times. A table that covers all the significant streams, helping applicants plan more effectively.

Stream	Application Type	Processing Time
Citizenship	Grant	11 months
Citizenship	Renunciation	10 months
Citizenship	Search of Records	13 months
PR Card	New PR Card	46 days
PR Card	Renew/Replace	33 days
Family Sponsorship	Spouse/Common-Law Outside Canada (Non-Quebec)	15 months
Family Sponsorship	Spouse/Common-Law Outside Canada (Quebec)	41 months
Family Sponsorship	Spouse/Common-Law Inside Canada (Non-Quebec)	23 months
Family Sponsorship	Spouse/Common-Law Inside Canada (Quebec)	38 months
Economic Class	Canadian Experience Class	5 months
Economic Class	Federal Skilled Worker	6 months
Economic Class	Provincial Nominee Program (Express Entry)	8 months
Economic Class	Non-Express Entry PNP	19 months
Economic Class	Atlantic Immigration Program	13 months
Economic Class	Start-Up Visa	53 months
Temporary Visa	Visitor Visa (India)	4 weeks (September 24, 2025)
Temporary Visa	Super Visa (India)	143 days (September 24, 2025)
Temporary Visa	Work permit (India)	8 weeks (September 24, 2025)

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What Applicants Should Know About Processing Times

All immigration streams differ in processing times, as reflected in the latest updates. Entrepreneur and start-up visa applications take the longest, while Express Entry applications are processed more quickly than regular streams.

Temporary resident visas, such as super visa or tourist visas, are processed based on the applicant’s country of citizenship or residence. Applicants should review country-specific timelines before applying. Citizenship grant and renunciation applications are taking longer, whereas passport processing times remain stable. Among provinces, Quebec PNP has the longest waiting period for family sponsorship applications. PR card processing also takes longer than renewals.

Non-Express Entry Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) applications have experienced delays, but accurate submissions with complete documentation can help reduce processing times. Candidates can track official timelines to plan their work, study, or move to Canada effectively and may explore options for fast-tracked processing.

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