online application for citizenship is valid?

[Goldenita]

can you give me a website where the new banner appears? just need the address. I will do the refreshing

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen.html


Find out if you can apply online
We’re testing a new online citizenship application. It’s now available for some applicants.

Check if you can apply online(opens in a new tab)

 

[Scottpark77]

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen.html


Find out if you can apply online
We’re testing a new online citizenship application. It’s now available for some applicants.

Check if you can apply online(opens in a new tab)

and around where on this webpage does the new button appear?

 

[Goldenita]

and around where on this webpage does the new button appear?

Which new button

 

[Scottpark77]

Which new button

If you want a direct invitation, go the the Online citizenship grant page and keep refreshing the page for sometime. You'll then see a link on the top. That's what they are referring to as "direct invitation".

refer to the first page of this post

 

[rajkamalmohanram]

can you give me a website where the new banner appears? just need the address. I will do the refreshing

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply.html

 

[rajkamalmohanram]

can you give me a website where the new banner appears? just need the address. I will do the refreshing

and around where on this webpage does the new button appear?

Which new button

I don't know about you but EVERY TIME I visit this page, I see the banner on the top that reads this :

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply.html

A new online citizenship application (e-app) is now available for some randomly selected applicants.

We

• will keep testing and improving the e-app
• are working to make sure that more people can apply online

If you’ve already applied on paper, do not apply online.

Here's a screenshot of what it looks like.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mCh6Ydc0STgoeNDwIT_v4YP54qrQOTMJ

 

[trumprefugee]

The section boxed in red is what appears to be the random section for applying online:

I have seen it a few times and also saw it when I went to the page
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply.html
just after reading this thread, but when I refreshed that page, that section disappeared. So you just have to keep refreshing this page until that section appears.

 

[citizenship.enthusiast]

The section boxed in red is what appears to be the random section for applying online:

I have seen it a few times and also saw it when I went to the page
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/apply.html
just after reading this thread, but when I refreshed that page, that section disappeared. So you just have to keep refreshing this page until that section appears.

I really don't understand why people are struggling with this. If you meet the requirements like single applicant, etc just use this link?
https://citapply-citdemande.apps.cic.gc.ca/en/landing

 

[Goldenita]

Reply from IRCC, I had written to update information on Q13 , I have applied online in May and one week later sent a paper application after IRCC replied on Twitter that online application is by invitation only. I expected they will not have my file updated as yet in the system but the underlined information is what got my attention


Thank you for contacting Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

We verified the information you provided and can confirm that it is not necessary to update your information if you do not currently have an application in process with IRCC.

Since you currently do not have an application in process yet, the information you provided will not be added to your file.

In addition, some clients are offered the option of applying for Canadian citizenship online.

These clients can apply online only if they:

• Have been randomly selected,
• Are eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship,
• Have a valid email address,
• Are between 18 to 54 years of age when they submit their online application,
• Are applying for themselves only (without their family),
• Are not applying with a representative,
• Do not include time spent outside Canada in their physical presence calculationas a:
  • Crown servant, or
  • family member of a Crown servant.

Important

• If they have already applied on paper, they should not apply online.
• If they have already applied online, but have not yet received their acknowledgement of receipt letter/email, they shouldn't submit a subsequent application by mail or send a copy of their electronic application to the responsible office.

For more information on this initiative and/or to receive up-to-date information, please visit our website.

We hope the information provided is helpful in assisting you with your enquiry.

We would also like to suggest the following online services that might be helpful to you with any immigration, refugee and/or citizenship future requests:

• Download application forms and guides
• Change of address
• Check your application status
• Help Centre - To find answers, you may consult the different sections or type keywords related to your question.

Sincerely,

 

[engray]

It's a good thing that they are at least acknowledging the fact that people can apply online and their call center knows about online applications.
This is the most important thing:
"

• If they have already applied online, but have not yet received their acknowledgement of receipt letter/email, they shouldn't submit a subsequent application by mail or send a copy of their electronic application to the responsible office.

"

Before, the call center gave conflicting responses. We just have to wait for AOR

 

[Rebecca88]

Hi, I also submitted my application online through the Citapply portal and received the email stating so. I successfully submitted my application back on Feb 1st this year and have heard nothing. I've tried calling IRCC but they are not accepting calls, its too busy and times out.
I also tried filling the web form in just to se if I could get answers as they are reviewing application received on April 9th. Yet I am still waiting on my AOR. Has anyone else who submitted Jan/Feb received an update?
Any info would be a great help. I just want to make sure my application is not lost or my fees are going to have be paid and new submission made
TIA

 

[Rubydairy]

Hi, I also submitted my application online through the Citapply portal and received the email stating so. I successfully submitted my application back on Feb 1st this year and have heard nothing. I've tried calling IRCC but they are not accepting calls, its too busy and times out.
I also tried filling the web form in just to se if I could get answers as they are reviewing application received on April 9th. Yet I am still waiting on my AOR. Has anyone else who submitted Jan/Feb received an update?
Any info would be a great help. I just want to make sure my application is not lost or my fees are going to have be paid and new submission made
TIA

I'm in same situation. Submitted online on March 4, no AOR till date, not even a confirmation email after submission. Their website says they are sending AOR for applications received will of May 14, 2021. Tried reaching them all I get is automated responses.