Proof of Citizenship

The Proof of Canadian Citizenship application process

To determine if a person is a Canadian citizen and to be issued a document called a “Canadian citizenship certificate,” a “Proof of Canadian citizenship” application must be submitted to the Canadian government.

By Daniel Levy

How can I move to Canada from the U.S.?

As a resident of the U.S. looking to immigrate to Canada, you have several options at your disposal.

By Vimal Sivakumar

Understanding the need for Proof of Citizenship in Canada

Citizenship is significant for many reasons, including with respect to making people feel at home and comfortable in Canada.

By Vimal Sivakumar

How to get proof of Canadian citizenship

A citizenship certificate is an important document that proves Canadian citizenship for those who have a Canadian parent. This certificate entitles you to all the same rights, privileges and responsibilities as all Canadian citizens. It is also one of only two documents accepted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as proof of Canadian citizenship.

By Edana Robitaille

Who can become Canadian with proof of citizenship?

If you were born abroad to at least one Canadian parent, you may already be eligible for Canadian citizenship.

By Daniel Levy

How to get proof of Canadian citizenship

Regardless of where you were born, if your parent was a first-generation Canadian at the time of your birth, you can apply for a proof of citizenship.

By Daniel Levy

Becoming a Canadian citizen if you have a Canadian parent

Americans as well as others born outside of Canada to first generation Canadian citizens may be able to gain Canadian citizenship by descent.

By Daniel Levy

Americans can get Canadian citizenship if at least one parent is Canadian

Americans born to first generation Canadian citizens may be eligible for Canadian citizenship by descent.

By Daniel Levy

How to become a Canadian citizen if you are an American

Canada allows citizenship by descent for Americans born to first generation Canadian citizens.

By Daniel Levy