Applying for Canadian citizenship

[VedhaVyas]

Hi all,

I came to canada as student in 2013 and got my PR on Oct 3,2019

Now I'm applying my citizenship from Canada, the portal is asking for language proof

So is Ielts required? Do I need to take test again or an expired ielts which I did for PR is ok ( I heard from few of my friends who went thru same process like me student > pr > citizenship said ielts is not required)

Please if someone can help me clarifying


Thanks

 

[canvis2006]

The application package usually has all requirements and documents checklist. What does it tell?

 

[VedhaVyas]

It said attach proof of language

 

[Seym]

Well, if you came as a student, you probably got a diploma you can use as a language proof here.

 

[Varunaimar]

It said attach proof of language

There will be certain documents that can be accepted as proof of language. What all documents do they include?

 

[armoured]

There will be certain documents that can be accepted as proof of language. What all documents do they include?

You could check the instructions.

 

[Varunaimar]

You could check the instructions.

That wasn't me who asked the question. I'm simply helping them look for the answer.

 

[Doom__V]

Hi all,

I came to canada as student in 2013 and got my PR on Oct 3,2019

Now I'm applying my citizenship from Canada, the portal is asking for language proof

So is Ielts required? Do I need to take test again or an expired ielts which I did for PR is ok ( I heard from few of my friends who went thru same process like me student > pr > citizenship said ielts is not required)

Please if someone can help me clarifying


Thanks

You don’t trust your friends but a stranger on a forum is ok?

 

[abbas.pasha]

Hi all,

I came to canada as student in 2013 and got my PR on Oct 3,2019

Now I'm applying my citizenship from Canada, the portal is asking for language proof

So is Ielts required? Do I need to take test again or an expired ielts which I did for PR is ok ( I heard from few of my friends who went thru same process like me student > pr > citizenship said ielts is not required)

Please if someone can help me clarifying


Thanks

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/application-forms-guides/guide-0002-application-canadian-citizenship-under-subsection-5-1-adults-18-years-older.html

Question 15.
Language requirement

1. All applicants 18-54 years of age must submit proof that demonstrates adequate knowledge of English or French (even if your first language is English or French). If you are younger than 18 or 55 and older, you are not required to provide language evidence
   
   If you are 18-54 years of age and unable to demonstrate that you have the necessary English or French language ability due to a medical condition, this requirement may be waived. You must submit supporting evidence with your application. See Step 3 in this instruction guide.
   
   Canadian Language Benchmark/Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens level 4 is considered “Basic Proficiency” and means an individual can:
   
   • take part in short, everyday conversations about common topics
   • understand simple instructions, questions and directions
   • use basic grammar, including simple structures and tenses and show that you know enough common words and phrases to answer questions and express yourself
2. 
   If you do not have proof of language proficiency or the language level needed, you can take a government-funded language program to help you improve your language skills to get a certificate at a level of CLB/NCLC 4.
   
   Examples of the types of language evidence that can be submitted include:
   
   1. You attended or are currently attending a secondary or post-secondary education program in English or French, either in Canada or abroad, including:
      1. A degree, diploma, certificate or official transcripts from a secondary or post-secondary education program showing you studied in English or French, in Canada or abroad.
      2. If the original document is in a different language, include:
         • a letter from the school showing that the language of instruction was in English or French along with (including an official translation of the original document, if needed)
         • the address and contact information (phone number) of the education institution
   2. Results from a third-party language test
      
      note: If you did the test in the past for immigration or citizenship purposes, we will accept the results even if it has expired.
      
      1. Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program General Test (CELPIP-G) or the CELPIP-General LS (listening and speaking).
         • If you took the test after April 1, 2014, you must have a score of level 4 or higher in listening and speaking.
         • If you took the test before April 1, 2014, you must have a score of 2H or higher (i.e., 3L, 3H, 4L, 4H, 5L, or 5H) in listening and speaking.
      2. International English Language Testing System (IELTS), General Training. You must have a score of:
         • 4.0 or higher in speaking and
         • 4.5 or higher in listening. (Note: If the test was done before November 28, 2008, we will accept a level 4 or higher)
      3. Test d’Évaluation de Français (TEF), Test d’Évaluation du Français adapté au Québec (TEFAQ) or TEF pour la naturalisation.
         • If you took the test afterJuly 1, 2012:
           • Niveau B1 or higher, (i.e. B2, C1 or C2) in Compréhension de l’oral and Expression orale
         • If you took the test beforeJuly 1, 2012:
           • Niveau 3 or higher in Compréhension de l’oral and Expression orale.
         • If you took the Test d’Évaluation de Français (TEF) before July 1, 2012, you need a level 3 for expression orale only. This applies only to the TEF and not the TEFAQ or TEF pour la naturalisation.
      4. We will accept the following proof if you have submitted them in the past for immigration purposes to Quebec (note: these tests align with the échelle québécoise and not officially with CLB/NCLC 4):
         • Diplôme approfondi de langue française (DALF) – All test results
         • Diplôme d’études en langue française (DELF) – Level B1 or higher
         • Test de connaissance du français(TCF) – Niveau B1 or higher
         • Test de connaissance du français pour le Québec (TCFQ) – Niveau B1 or higher
3. You took a government-funded language training program and have achieved Canadian Language Benchmark/Niveaux de compétence linguistique canadiens (CLB/NCLC) level 4 or higher in speaking and listening skills, including:
   • Language Instruction for Newcomers to Canada or Cours de Langue pour Immigrants au Canada (LINC or CLIC):
     • If you completed the LINC or CLIC course on or after November 1st, 2012:
       • A copy of the certificate.
     • If you completed the LINC or CLIC course at CLB 4/NCLC 4 or higher from January 1st 2008 to October 31st, 2012:
       • A copy of the certificate.
       • If you do not have a copy of your certificate, check the box in question 15a and we will validate your certificate in the system.
   • You completed a provincial language training program in:
     Manitoba
     
     • A copy of the Manitoba Canadian Language Benchmark Report or an Adult English as an Additional Language (EAL) student progress report from Manitoba Government.
       • Speaking and listening skills are at CLB/NCLC level 4 or higher.
   • 
     Quebec
     
     • Bulletins by the Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Francisation et de l’Intégration (MIFI), Ministère de l’Immigration, de la Diversité et de l’Inclusion (MIDI) (old department name), or the Ministère de l’Immigration et Communautés Culturelles(old department name):
       • Assessments issued between June 1st, 2011 and October 16, 2012, must indicate interaction orale is level 4 or higher (Échelle Québécoise); or
       • Assessments issued after October 16, 2012, must indicate interaction orale or compréhension orale (listening) and production orale (speaking) is level 4 or higher (Échelle Québécoise).
     • The Ministère de l’Éducation, de l’Enseignement supérieur (MEES) is issuing a Relevé des apprentissages for adults taking French training as per the “Francisation à l’éducation des adultes”. You need level 4 or higher of l’échelle québécoise in speaking and listening.
   • 
     British Columbia (BC)
     
     • Certificates issued on or after November 1st, 2012 automatically show a CLB 4 level or higher, even if not stated on the certificate.
     • British Columbia’s English Language Services for Adults (ELSA) training in 2010 or after, submit an ELSA report card or an ELSA certificate issued on or before August 31, 2014, confirming language level CLB 4 or higher in listening and speaking.
     • British Columbia’s English Language Services for Adults (ELSA) training in 2008 or 2009, submit an ELSA certificate showing language level CLB 4 or higher in listening and speaking.
   • 
     Note: certificates were not automatically issued and contact the ELSA program directly to get a copy. We will not make the request for you.
     
     Ontario
     
     Ontario Provincial Language Training Certificates from December 2013 or later showing a level CLB/NCLC 4 or higher, in speaking and listening, including:
     
     • English as a Second Language (ESL)/Anglais Langue Seconde (ALS)
     • French as a Second Language (FSL)/Français Langue Seconde (FLS); or
     • Citizenship and Language Training (CL)/Instruction civique et enseignement de la langue (ICEL)
   • 
     Saskatchewan
     
     A copy of your Statement of Student Language Proficiency from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Education. You get one as a student of the English as an Additional Language (EAL) program. It’s based on the Common Framework of Reference (CFR) scale in listening and in speaking:
     
     • All schools in Saskatchewan from Kindergarten to grade 12 (K-12) are able to issue the certificate for English as an Additional Language.
     • Level B1 is equal or higher to CLB 4.
   • 
     Nova Scotia
     
     A copy of the Proficiency in English Nova Scotia (PENS) learner certificate. It must show that your speaking and listening skills are CLB level 4 or higher.
     
     If you have this certificate,
     
     • select “Other” in question 15a of the application form
     • type “Proficiency in English Nova Scotia (PENS) learner certificate” in the text box