+1(514) 937-9445 or Toll-free (Canada & US) +1 (888) 947-9445

December 2024 - Citizenship Applications

tanzyn

Newbie
Mar 28, 2025
4
7
Hey everyone,
I got my citizenship test email from the Calgary office and took the test on March 25 (the window was Mar 21–Apr 14), but still no update on test approval as of today (Apr 16).
My friend took it a week before me—same situation, no news. Any idea why it’s taking almost a month?
Thanks
I had a similar problem and wrote to the e-mail that sent me the test invite. You may ask for updates on your results, by providing your UCI and Application Number and date you took the test. They can at least let you know if your results have been confirmed. The Vancouver office replied to me relatively quickly (a few hours later).
 

longvh

Star Member
Sep 4, 2018
137
101
Category........
PNP
NOC Code......
12100
Some friends from Dec 2024 and Jan 2025 cohorts completed just in time for the election. Make your votes counted.

 

WantToImmigrate

Champion Member
Feb 4, 2019
1,133
568
Helpdesk rep at Service Ontario center said “one has to update their change in citizenship or immigration status within 30 days”. Ill go there in a few days and let you all know about it. If I forget please holla!
So... I went to service ontario.. The agent said "Ignore the policy and the form listing: you have to let us know within 30 days of your change in citizenship".. She saw the "Wat!" expression on my face and updated my citizenship status.
I don't know what to say. I would still update it to be on the safer side. But upto y'all!

And, all the best!
 

armoured

VIP Member
Feb 1, 2015
18,843
9,962
So... I went to service ontario.. The agent said "Ignore the policy and the form listing: you have to let us know within 30 days of your change in citizenship".. She saw the "Wat!" expression on my face and updated my citizenship status.
I don't know what to say. I would still update it to be on the safer side. But upto y'all!

And, all the best!
Sure, update it.

But the question I'd ask: "or what? what difference does it make?"

The truth is (my guess): they have a policy that says one must update them, and that policy is intended to catch ANY case where a recipient of services (eg healthcare) loses eligibility. You definitely DO have to advise them if you lose your PR status (because it's revoked) and do not obtain any other status that entitles you to coverage.

But when you lose PR status and become a citizen*: you're still entitled. There's no issue. You can't be accused of fraud.

So sure, you should advise them you became a citizen. But it's not such a big deal.

*Yes, when you become a citizen, you lose your PR status. Most of us would not think of that as a bad thing, but it's still what happens.
 

Lia12345

Newbie
Apr 18, 2025
1
0
Hey everyone! Just wanted to share my timeline and check in with fellow December AOR folks — especially those with similar test or background verification timelines. Curious how things are moving for others.


️ AOR:
December 6, 2024
Test Window: Feb 7–Mar 8, 2025
✅ Test Completed: March 9
✅ Language & Physical Presence: March 16
⏳ Background & Prohibitions: Still In Progress (as of April 14 – Day 129 from AOR)
Travel History: Spent time abroad during the eligibility period



Do you think it's taking far longer than usual? Is there anyone else also in similar situation as me?
Hey I am in a similar situation with very close timeline to yours
Have you received any fingerprint request ?
 

FarzHa

Full Member
Feb 5, 2022
30
24
I had a similar problem and wrote to the e-mail that sent me the test invite. You may ask for updates on your results, by providing your UCI and Application Number and date you took the test. They can at least let you know if your results have been confirmed. The Vancouver office replied to me relatively quickly (a few hours later).
Thanks for your help! I sent the email and they got back to me in like 3 minutes. Here’s what they said:

Good Day,

We have on record that you have PASSED your knowledge test. It may take time for an update to reflect on your Portal tracking account.

IRCC Calgary
 

ajaykamathbs

Member
Jan 10, 2025
10
5
hi all,
have a question on canadian passport.
i have oath on may 1st .. and after that can i apply for express passport (2-9 days)as my indian trvel is in august?

though travel is in august, indian passport surrender, OCI wil take time and can be done getting canadian passport.. so pls help on this
 

armoured

VIP Member
Feb 1, 2015
18,843
9,962
hi all,
have a question on canadian passport.
i have oath on may 1st .. and after that can i apply for express passport (2-9 days)as my indian trvel is in august?

though travel is in august, indian passport surrender, OCI wil take time and can be done getting canadian passport.. so pls help on this
Yes. Last I checked, they do not require specific evidence except for the 'urgent' (24 hour) turnaround.

Note they now are issuing passports quite quickly (service guarantee of 30 days) and often faster than the 30 days.