If you were born outside Canada to Canadian parents, or you believe you acquired citizenship through a parent or legal process, you may already be a Canadian citizen — without knowing it. In these cases, you don’t need to apply for citizenship — you need to apply for Proof of Canadian Citizenship.
Proof of Citizenship is an official document issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) that confirms you are a Canadian citizen.
The document is called a Canadian Citizenship Certificate, and it can be used to:
Apply for a Canadian passport
Register for government programs (e.g., health care, education)
Prove legal status in Canada
It applies to individuals who were not born in Canada and do not have a Canadian parent, but who meet all legal requirements for citizenship.
You should apply for proof if:
You were born outside Canada to a Canadian citizen parent
You were adopted by a Canadian citizen (and granted citizenship)
You believe you are Canadian by descent (first generation)
You lost your original citizenship certificate or need an updated version
Important: If you are a permanent resident or refugee, and not already a citizen, you must apply for Grant of Citizenship, not Proof.
CIT 0001 – Application for a Citizenship Certificate
Your birth certificate (showing parent-child relationship)
Proof of your parent’s Canadian citizenship (e.g., their citizenship certificate or Canadian birth certificate)
Two ID documents (e.g., passport, national ID)
Translation of any non-English/French documents
Digital passport-style photo
$75 CAD
Online (recommended)
By mail using a paper application
Although the process seems straightforward, errors or missing documents can cause long delays — and IRCC processing times can already be lengthy. I make sure your application is complete, clear, and backed by strong evidence so you don’t lose valuable time.
Don’t spend months waiting only to be told your application is incomplete. I’ll help you prepare a thorough, accurate Proof of Citizenship application so you can move forward with confidence. Book a Consultation Today — and take the first step toward holding your official Canadian Citizenship Certificate.
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