IRCC updated the latest visa immigration processing time on January 12, 2021. Compared with the last update on January 5, the processing time for all visa immigration applications has fluctuated, including a significant increase in Start-up Visa Program.
| Program Categories | Online | On Paper |
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Canadian visa application processing time | ||
| Temporary Resident Visa |
276 Days | 276 Days |
| Visitor Record |
198 Days | 198 Days |
| Super Visa | 287 Days | 287 Days |
| Study Permit |
34 Weeks | 34 Weeks |
| Study Permit Extension | 82 Days | 82 Days |
| Post Graduation Work Permit | 100 Days | 100 Days |
| Briding Open Work Permit |
100 Days | 100 Days |
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Canadian immigration application processing time
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| Express Entry |
6 Months | 6 Months |
| Provincial Nominee Program |
21 Months | 21 Months |
| Self-employed Immigration |
23 Months | 23 Months |
| Federal Skilled Worker Program |
6 Months | 6 Months |
| Start-up Visa Program |
28 Months | 28 Months |
| Spouse/CommonLaw Sponsorship |
12 Months | 12 Months |
| (Grand) Parents Sponsorship |
20-24 Months | 20-24 Months |
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Canadian Citizenship/PR Card processing time
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| Citizenship |
12 Months | 12 Months |
| PR Card |
126 Days | 126 Days |
| PR Card Renewal |
95 Days | 95 Days |
Reference：CIC Processing Time Page
Canada Immigration or Citizenship Application Processing Time Complete Summary: