Citizenship Resumption

Can I resume my citizenship?

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You can resume citizenship if:

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• You have been a Canadian citizen

• You have lost your Canadian citizenship by means other than revocation

• Are not under a removal order

• Have become a permanent resident of Canada after the loss of your Canadian citizenship

• Do not have any unfulfilled immigration conditions linked to your permanent resident status

• Have been physically present in Canada as a permanent resident for at least 365 days during  the 2 years immediately before you apply

• Have met any applicable requirement under the Income Tax Act to file income taxes for the taxation year immediately before the year in which you are applying for citizenship

• Are not subject to any prohibition under the Citizenship Act

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Who cannot resume citizenship?

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• Individuals who have had their citizenship revoked under the Canadian Citizenship Act or under the current Act. They must apply under subsection 5(1)

• Women who lost British subject status solely because of marriage to a foreign national, or by their husband acquiring a foreign nationality during their marriage, prior to 1947. These women may acquire citizenship under subsection 11(2) of the Act or may be citizens as a result of the 2015 legislative amendments (Bill C-24)

• Persons whose citizenship was already restored as a result of the 2009 legislative amendments (Bill C-37).  They may apply for a proof of citizenship

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To speak with a Canadian immigration lawyer about Citizenship Resumption book your consultation today.