Calculate before filing
Passport records, travel history and the official physical-presence calculation should be reconciled before the application is submitted.
Eligibility beyond days
Applicants must address tax filing, language and knowledge requirements where applicable, and any criminal or immigration-related prohibitions.
Not sure this is the right pathway?
A focused assessment reviews your complete facts before you commit time or fees.
Requests and interviews
IRCC may request fingerprints, additional records, an interview or further evidence. Responses should be complete and timely.
Eligibility review
We review permanent resident status, physical presence, tax filing, language and knowledge requirements, and potential prohibitions.
Travel history
Entries and exits should be reconciled with passports, travel records and the physical-presence calculation before filing.
Citizenship by descent
People born outside Canada may need a proof of citizenship application rather than a grant application. The analysis depends on the family history and law in effect.
Typical process
Listen
review your objectives, history and the facts that may change the answer for Prepare a complete citizenship application—and resolve issues early.
Assess
identify viable pathways, key risks, dependencies and realistic next steps.
Prepare
organize forms, evidence and submissions as one coherent record.
Guide
communicate clearly through preparation, filing and the government process.
A general outline. Actual timing and requirements depend on current official rules and your specific file.
Frequently asked questions
Does permanent residence automatically become citizenship?
No. Eligible permanent residents must apply and satisfy all current requirements.
Does meeting the basic criteria guarantee approval?
No. Eligibility is only the first question. Selection, documentary sufficiency, admissibility and the decision-maker’s assessment all affect the outcome.
Can requirements change while I prepare?
Yes. Immigration programs, forms, fees and instructions change regularly. Current official requirements should be confirmed before filing.
Can Azimi Immigration assess my situation?
Yes. A consultation can identify the facts that matter, available routes, material risks and the scope of professional assistance that may be appropriate.
How much physical presence is required?
Most adult applicants must meet the current statutory physical-presence requirement during the eligibility period. Exact calculations should use IRCC’s current rules.
Do I need a language test?
Applicants in specified age ranges must provide accepted language evidence unless an exemption applies.
Can travel delay an application?
Travel itself is not necessarily a problem, but inaccurate or incomplete history can lead to questions and delay.
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