We all know that obtaining a PR card means you are a permanent resident of Canada, which is different from a Canadian citizen. The main difference is that permanent residents cannot vote in Canadian elections, nor can they run for public office or hold a Canadian passport. For people who are highly motivated to participate in politics, they can choose to naturalize. For details on how to apply for naturalization and obtain Canadian citizenship after immigrating to Canada, please see the following introduction.

1. Canadian Citizenship Requirements

According to the new immigration law: after living in Canada for three years or more, you can apply for naturalization to become a Canadian citizen. From the date of application for naturalization, in the past 6 years, permanent residents who have actually lived in Canada for 4 years (1460 days) are eligible to apply for Canadian citizenship, become Canadian citizens, and receive Canadian passports.

The complete Canadian naturalization requirements are as follows:

1. Must be a lawful permanent resident of Canada;

2. Children under the age of 18 must apply on behalf of their parents;

3. Have sufficient English or French conversation skills, and be able to read and write simple languages;

4. Understand the rights and responsibilities of being a Canadian citizen, and be familiar with Canada's political system, historical background and geographical situation;

5. The new immigration law has lived in Canada for three years within the five years prior to the application; The calculation method is: before becoming a permanent resident of Canada, if you have lived in Canada (such as those on a student or work visa), his stay is calculated as one day and a half, but it can only be counted for a maximum of one year, and after becoming a permanent resident , living in Canada counts as one day. In other words, the applicant must have lived in Canada for three years in the five years preceding the application, of which at least two years were in immigration status.

6. No criminal record.

After meeting the conditions for Canadian naturalization, when applying for naturalization, the Canadian Immigration Department will clarify the rights and responsibilities of citizenship to you; for example, voting is the right and responsibility of citizens. You must also be aware of the specific Canadian naturalization requirements.

Immigrants can enjoy the same rights as Canadian-born citizens when they become citizens.

2. Canadian Citizenship Application Process

1. Preparation of naturalization materials and payment of fees

Complete the naturalization application form, which is available online. Notes on filling in the naturalization application form: If a family applies at the same time, everyone needs to fill in, including children under the age of 18. The forms filled in by children under 18 are different.

(1) Naturalization materials

Including: two color or black and white photos taken within one year, a copy of the front and back of the PR card and immigration paper, two copies of identity documents that can prove identity, such as driver's license, bank card or medical card, payment form.

It should be noted here: The child's naturalization application must be accompanied by the child's immigration paper, PR card, birth certificate or adoption certificate (printed with the child's name, date of birth, place of birth and the name of the parent or adoptive parent), two pieces of identity Certificates, such as school records and medical cards or library cards; if parents are naturalized, parents' citizenship certificates are required. Children over 14 must sign the naturalization application form

(2) Payment of fees:

Canadian dollars 630 per adult, including a processing fee of $100 (non-refundable) and a right of citizenship fee of $530. If the application is not approved, you can apply for a refund of the right of citizenship fee. Child naturalization applications only need to pay a processing fee of CAD 100.

2. Mail the naturalization application materials

Mail it to the Case Processing Centre of the Ministry of Naturalization and Immigration of Canada. For the specific address, please refer to the official website of the Canadian Immigration Service.

3. Prepare for the naturalization test

If the above process goes well, we can start preparing for the naturalization test. The official review material is only a booklet called Discover Canada, printed in full color, with a total of 68 pages. There are many online learning resources now. You can use search engines to find some Canadian naturalization test question banks for mock tests, and cooperate with DiscoverCanada's booklet to check for omissions, and the effect will be better.The test rules can be found on the official website of the Canadian Immigration Service

4. Participate in the naturalization oath to officially naturalize

After passing the naturalization test, you must participate in the naturalization oath ceremony before you can be granted naturalization. During the oath ceremony, you will be issued a citizenship card. Congratulations, you have officially become a member of Canada.

The rights and obligations of Canadian citizens

1. The rights of Canadian citizens

As a Canadian citizen, you can live in any province in Canada at will, apply for a Canadian passport, enter and leave Canada freely, own any type of industry, and hold any qualified position.

2. Obligations of Canadian Citizens

The first and most basic is to obey Canadian laws and pay taxes; second, to respect the rights of others, when you are invited to court as a juror, you should appear in court to fulfill this responsibility. In addition, cherish the environment, do not litter or pollute the environment, and use Canada's social services, including employment insurance and social subsidies, with a responsible attitude.