December 2024 - Citizenship Applications

[tanzyn]

Hey everyone,
I got my citizenship test email from the Calgary office and took the test on March 25 (the window was Mar 21–Apr 14), but still no update on test approval as of today (Apr 16).
My friend took it a week before me—same situation, no news. Any idea why it’s taking almost a month?
Thanks

I had a similar problem and wrote to the e-mail that sent me the test invite. You may ask for updates on your results, by providing your UCI and Application Number and date you took the test. They can at least let you know if your results have been confirmed. The Vancouver office replied to me relatively quickly (a few hours later).

 

[yhuan084]

Can anyone tell me how long it will usually take to receive oath invite after everything on the tracker is completed?

 

[longvh]

Some friends from Dec 2024 and Jan 2025 cohorts completed just in time for the election. Make your votes counted.

 

[WantToImmigrate]

Helpdesk rep at Service Ontario center said “one has to update their change in citizenship or immigration status within 30 days”. Ill go there in a few days and let you all know about it. If I forget please holla!

So... I went to service ontario.. The agent said "Ignore the policy and the form listing: you have to let us know within 30 days of your change in citizenship".. She saw the "Wat!" expression on my face and updated my citizenship status.
I don't know what to say. I would still update it to be on the safer side. But upto y'all!

And, all the best!

 

[armoured]

So... I went to service ontario.. The agent said "Ignore the policy and the form listing: you have to let us know within 30 days of your change in citizenship".. She saw the "Wat!" expression on my face and updated my citizenship status.
I don't know what to say. I would still update it to be on the safer side. But upto y'all!

And, all the best!

Sure, update it.

But the question I'd ask: "or what? what difference does it make?"

The truth is (my guess): they have a policy that says one must update them, and that policy is intended to catch ANY case where a recipient of services (eg healthcare) loses eligibility. You definitely DO have to advise them if you lose your PR status (because it's revoked) and do not obtain any other status that entitles you to coverage.

But when you lose PR status and become a citizen*: you're still entitled. There's no issue. You can't be accused of fraud.

So sure, you should advise them you became a citizen. But it's not such a big deal.

*Yes, when you become a citizen, you lose your PR status. Most of us would not think of that as a bad thing, but it's still what happens.

 

[Naadyah]

My time line
Application submitted: december 16
Aor : january 7
Bg completed: 11 march

after that nothing

 

[Lia12345]

Hey everyone! Just wanted to share my timeline and check in with fellow December AOR folks — especially those with similar test or background verification timelines. Curious how things are moving for others.


️ AOR: December 6, 2024
Test Window: Feb 7–Mar 8, 2025
Test Completed: March 9
Language & Physical Presence: March 16
Background & Prohibitions: Still In Progress (as of April 14 – Day 129 from AOR)
Travel History: Spent time abroad during the eligibility period



Do you think it's taking far longer than usual? Is there anyone else also in similar situation as me?

Hey I am in a similar situation with very close timeline to yours
Have you received any fingerprint request ?

 

[nikunjnagalia]

I think things are slowing down due to the upcoming elections. Just speculating. Still staying hopeful, and finding reasons why the app is moving too slow.

 

[104romeo]

I think things are slowing down due to the upcoming elections. Just speculating. Still staying hopeful, and finding reasons why the app is moving too slow.

I am starting to believe it could be the reason too, luckily it will be over soon.

 

[aliashine]

Hey I am in a similar situation with very close timeline to yours
Have you received any fingerprint request ?

no I haven't recieved any request as of yet, did you have a lenghty travel history?

 

[hazelb712]

Can anyone tell me how long it will usually take to receive oath invite after everything on the tracker is completed?

What’s your timeline?

 

[FarzHa]

I had a similar problem and wrote to the e-mail that sent me the test invite. You may ask for updates on your results, by providing your UCI and Application Number and date you took the test. They can at least let you know if your results have been confirmed. The Vancouver office replied to me relatively quickly (a few hours later).

Thanks for your help! I sent the email and they got back to me in like 3 minutes. Here’s what they said:

Good Day,

We have on record that you have PASSED your knowledge test. It may take time for an update to reflect on your Portal tracking account.

IRCC Calgary

 

[yhuan084]

What’s your timeline?

Applied on Dec 28, 2024
Location: Montreal
AOR: Jan 10, 2025
FP request: Feb 18
FP taken: Feb 28
Test window: Mar 7 -Apr 5
Test taken: Mar 7
Test result shown complete: Mar 12
BG complete: Mar 20
LLP: Mar 15
Oath: waiting

 

[ajaykamathbs]

hi all,
have a question on canadian passport.
i have oath on may 1st .. and after that can i apply for express passport (2-9 days)as my indian trvel is in august?

though travel is in august, indian passport surrender, OCI wil take time and can be done getting canadian passport.. so pls help on this

 

[armoured]

hi all,
have a question on canadian passport.
i have oath on may 1st .. and after that can i apply for express passport (2-9 days)as my indian trvel is in august?

though travel is in august, indian passport surrender, OCI wil take time and can be done getting canadian passport.. so pls help on this

Yes. Last I checked, they do not require specific evidence except for the 'urgent' (24 hour) turnaround.

Note they now are issuing passports quite quickly (service guarantee of 30 days) and often faster than the 30 days.