Applying for Citizenship
Learn about the citizenship application process, the test, and the oath ceremony.
How to Prepare for the Citizenship Test
This booklet will help you prepare for the citizenship test. You should study the guide, ask a friend or family member to help you practise, call a local school or community centre for citizenship classes, and take English or French language classes if needed (offered free by the Government of Canada).
About the Citizenship Test
The citizenship test is usually a written test, but it could be an interview. You will be tested on two basic requirements for citizenship:
- 1.Knowledge of Canada and of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.
- 2.Adequate knowledge of English or French.
After the Test
If you pass the test and meet all the other requirements, you will receive a Notice to Appear to Take the Oath of Citizenship. This document tells you the date, time and place of your citizenship ceremony. You are encouraged to bring your family and friends to celebrate this occasion.
Citizens Take the Oath
At the ceremony, you will:
- •Take the Oath of Citizenship
- •Sign the oath form
- •Receive your Canadian Citizenship Certificate
"I swear (or affirm) that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second, Queen of Canada, her Heirs and Successors, and that I will faithfully observe the laws of Canada, and fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen."
🍁 Key Points to Remember
- •You must meet residency, language, and knowledge requirements to apply.
- •The citizenship test covers knowledge of Canada and English or French language ability.
- •Applicants aged 55 and over do not need to write the citizenship test.
- •If you pass, you receive a Notice to Appear to take the Oath of Citizenship.
- •At the ceremony you take the Oath, sign the form, and receive your certificate.