February 2025 - Citizenship Applications

[Tpatel007]

Below is the explanation from organization accredited by RCMP to collect fingerprints.

In addition to concerns about an applicant’s criminal history, there are several other scenarios where Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may request an RCMP fingerprint background check as part of the Canadian citizenship application process:

1. Quality Assurance Process:
The RCMP fingerprint background check may be requested as part of a quality assurance process. In this case, applicants are selected randomly, and the submission of fingerprints is required to verify the accuracy and completeness of the information provided in the application. This random selection helps maintain the standards of the citizenship application process and ensures that all applicants are treated fairly and transparently.

2. Similar Name and Date of Birth:
Another reason for requesting an RCMP fingerprint background check is when an applicant shares a name and date of birth with another permanent resident or citizenship applicant, particularly if the previous application of the other person was rejected. In such situations, fingerprints serve as a crucial tool to differentiate between individuals with similar identifying information. By comparing fingerprints, IRCC can accurately verify the identity of the applicant and prevent any confusion or mistaken identity issues that may arise due to shared demographic details.

3. Similar Name with Criminal Record:
Additionally, if an applicant has a name and, sometimes, a date of birth that closely resembles those of an individual with a criminal record, IRCC may require an RCMP fingerprint background check. This precautionary measure is implemented to ensure that the applicant is not inadvertently mistaken for someone with a criminal history. By conducting a thorough examination of fingerprints, IRCC can conclusively determine the applicant’s innocence and eligibility for Canadian citizenship.

Do you need to give fingerprints for Canadian citizenship?
For most individuals applying for Canadian citizenship, providing fingerprints is not a standard requirement. However, in certain cases, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may request applicants to submit fingerprints to complete their application process. If you receive a request letter from IRCC indicating the need for fingerprints, it will typically outline the specific reasons why they are being requested. This personalized communication ensures clarity and transparency, allowing applicants to understand the purpose behind the request and facilitate the completion of their citizenship application. Therefore, while fingerprints are not obligatory for most citizenship applications, applicants should be prepared to fulfill this requirement if requested by IRCC.

oh great, this explains very well about fingerprint requests scenarios

 

[tajindertj]

there is nothing saying that you cannot take the test second time if you have concerns about your first try , its not against the normal flow of actions

And there is also nothing saying "you should". I just provided with whatever official website states. Its totally applicant's call to interpret or contact for clarification. We can throw as many "high chance" or "I guess" or "they might" but we can all be wrong. Nobody is expert here and very limited cases like this in the past. We can all suggest what we think should/could be done without quoting/dismissing other's opinion.

 

[Mohammed9502]

Type: Online application
Location: Mississauga (looks like office is Sydney, mentioned on AOR)
Physical Presence Days: 1112
Application: Family (1 Adult and 1 child)
Application sent: Feb 20 2025
Delivered: Feb 20 2025
AOR: Mar 6 2025
Background check completed: Mar 20 2025
Citizenship Test: Tracker updated on Mar 22 2025
Citizenship Test Email: Confirmation received on Mar 25 2025
Test Window: Apr 4 2025 to May 3 2025
Test Taken: Apr 4 2025

 

[Preet_1989]

My internet stopped working during the test so I had to login again. Is that unacceptable?

I took the test again. And this time there wasn’t any issue and better results.

 

[rustmann1]

Type: Online application
Location: Victoria
Physical Presence Days: a lot, PR >15 yrs
Application: Family (2 adults)
Application sent: Feb 9
Delivered: Feb 9
AOR: Feb 24
Background complete: Mar 10
Test scheduled: Mar 20 (Mar 20-Apr18 window)
Test taken: Mar 27 (not yet updated in tracker)

Partner got Fingerprint Request Mar 27 and completed Apr 2.

 

[olios1332]

Type: Online application
Location: Edmonton
Physical Presence Days: 1098
Application: Single (Adult)
Application sent: Feb 12, 2025
AOR: Feb 26, 2025
In Process ecas Citizenship Application Status Tracker : Feb 28, 2025
Background Verification: in progress
Ghost update: 8th Mar 2025
Test Invitation: Received email Mar 10, 2025, test window is Mar 13 to Apr 11, 2025 and tracker is not yet updated,
Background : in progress
Language: in progress
Prohibitions: in progress
Physical Presence: in progress

I saw on the tracker that your language was updated.

Only language? How come?

 

[hc_mum]

I saw on the tracker that your language was updated.

Only language? How come?

I am not sure, how only language is passed as I was expecting LPP to get completed together. But my only GUESS is that I have travelled to 6 different countries for either work or leisure in last 4 years, so may be that taking time to verify.

 

[Litful77]

According to the tracker, my test is scheduled between April 11 and May 10, but I haven’t received the test instructions yet. Do you guys have any suggestions on what to do?

 

[anilch]

We are still getting technical problem to access the tracker. Is anyone facing the same problem?

 

[anilch]

According to the tracker, my test is scheduled between April 11 and May 10, but I haven’t received the test instructions yet. Do you guys have any suggestions on what to do?

I saw in tracker previously that if you did not get test invite within 6 days of the test window start date to email them.

 

[Litful77]

I saw in tracker previously that if you did not get test invite within 6 days of the test window start date to email them.

Is there a specific email address to contact them, or is this done through the web form?

 

[anilch]

It should be mentioned in the tracker. I am unable to access it since yesterday. If you can login to your tracker, just check If this information was mentioned in the page where you see the test window.

 

[deshu]

Is there a specific email address to contact them, or is this done through the web form?

The link from Tracker is IRCC webform. (Tracker showed "if you haven't gotten it 6 calendar days before the test start date... contact our Client Support centre")
Here is the same address.
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/contact-ircc/client-support-centre.html

You can also call IRCC.

 

[deshu]

We are still getting technical problem to access the tracker. Is anyone facing the same problem?

Me too since Thursday morning.