IRCC July 2025: New Processing Times

New IRCC update: This article enlists all the latest Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) processing times as updated on July 16, 2025.

Whether you’re pursuing a visitor visa, permanent residency (PR), Canadian citizenship, or a passport, these timelines are essential for planning your move to Canada.

This detailed guide covers every category of IRCC’s July 2025 processing times, offering expert insights and practical tips to streamline your application process and ensure success.

Since adopting advanced analytics, IRCC provides precise, data-driven estimates, ensuring 80% of applications are processed within the stated periods.

Temporary visas and PR cards are updated weekly, while citizenship, PR, and family sponsorship programs receive monthly updates.

These timelines reflect real-time adjustments based on application volume and IRCC’s processing capacity, making them a critical resource for students, skilled workers, families, and entrepreneurs planning their Canadian future.

Below, we break down every category, highlight changes, and share strategies to avoid delays.

IRCC Update On Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

Canadian citizenship is a dream for many, and understanding processing times is key to managing expectations.

As of July 2, 2025, IRCC reports the following:

• • Citizenship Grant: 10 months (unchanged)
  • Citizenship Certificate (Proof of Citizenship): 5 months (no change)

• Resumption of Citizenship: Insufficient data (no change)
• Renunciation of Citizenship: 7 months (no change)
• Search of Citizenship Records: 15 months (unchanged)

Key Alert: If you applied for citizenship before May 19, 2025, expect an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) soon.

Applications for citizenship certificates from outside Canada or the U.S. may experience delays due to additional verification requirements.

To stay on track, ensure your application is complete and monitor IRCC’s monthly updates.

Permanent Residency (PR) Card Processing Times (Updated Weekly)

PR cards are vital for new and renewing permanent residents. With rising demand, processing times have seen slight increases.

Here’s the latest from July 2, 2025:

• • New PR Card: 48 days (reduced by 2 days since last week)

• PR Card Renewals: 20 days (increased by 2 days since last week)

Expert Tip: Incomplete applications are a common cause of delays. Double-check your documents, including photos and supporting evidence, before submission.

Regularly check IRCC’s weekly updates to stay informed about any shifts in processing times.

Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

Reuniting with loved ones in Canada requires careful planning, especially for Quebec applications, which face longer timelines due to provincial regulations.

The July 2, 2025, updates are:

• • Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, Non-Quebec): 11 months (no change)
  • Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, Quebec): 38 months (increased by 1 month)

• Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Non-Quebec): 34 months (no change)
• Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Quebec): 38 months (no change)
• Parents/Grandparents PR (Non-Quebec): 36 months (no change)
• Parents/Grandparents PR (Quebec): 48 months (no change)

Insight: Quebec’s extended processing times stem from its unique immigration agreements with the federal government.

If sponsoring a family in Quebec, factor in additional time and consult IRCC’s official tools for precise planning.

Canadian Passport Processing Times (Updated July 2, 2025)

Passports are essential for travel and identity verification. IRCC offers multiple service options to meet your needs:

• • New Passport (In-Person): 10 business days (no change)
  • New Passport (Mail): 20 business days (no change)

• Urgent Pick-Up: By the end of the next business day
• Express Pick-Up: 2–9 business days
• Regular Passport (Mailed from Outside Canada): 20 business days (no change)

Pro Tip: For urgent travel, opt for the urgent or express pick-up services.

Ensure your application includes all required documents to avoid delays, especially for mailed applications from outside Canada.

Permanent Residency Economic Class (Updated Monthly)

Economic class programs, such as Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP), cater to skilled workers, entrepreneurs, and investors.

The July 2, 2025, updates include:

• • Canadian Experience Class (CEC): 5 months (no change)
  • Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP): 7 months (increased by 1 month)
  • Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP): Insufficient data (no change)

• Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) via Express Entry: 8 months (no change)
• Non-Express Entry PNP: 19 months (no change)
• Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW): 9 months (no change)
• Quebec Business Class (Entrepreneurs/Investors/Self-Employed): Insufficient data (no change)
• Federal Self-Employed: 58 months (increased by 3 months)
• Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP): 12 months (no change)
• Start-Up Visa: 51 months (increased by 8 months)

Insight: Programs like the Start-Up Visa and Federal Self-Employed have longer timelines due to their complexity.

If applying through Express Entry, ensure your profile is optimized to improve your chances of faster processing.

Temporary Resident Visas (Updated Weekly)

Temporary resident visas, including visitor visas, study permits, and work permits, vary by country and application type.

Here’s the full breakdown for July 16, 2025:

1. 1. Visitor Visa (Outside Canada):
      • India: 29 days (increased by 1 day)
      • United States: 20 days (reduced by 1 day)
      • Nigeria: 49 days (decreased by 7 days)
      • Pakistan: 39 days (increased by 3 days)
      • Philippines: 31 days (reduced by 2 days)
   2. Visitor Visa (Inside Canada): 14 days (decreased by 4 days)
   3. Visitor Extension: 217 days (increased by 24 days)
   4. Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents):
      • India: 91 days (increased by 3 days)
      • United States: 73 days (reduced by 7 days)
      • Nigeria: 63 days (no change)
      • Pakistan: 159 days (reduced by 18 days)
      • Philippines: 99 days (increased by 4 days)

1. 1. Study Permit (Outside Canada):
      • India: 3 weeks (no change)
      • United States: 7 weeks (no change)
      • Nigeria: 5 weeks (no change)
      • Pakistan: 11 weeks (no change)
      • Philippines: 9 weeks (decreased by 1 week)
   2. Study Permit (Inside Canada): 11 weeks (reduced by 1 week)
   3. Study Permit Extension: 175 days (decreased by 5 days)
   4. Work Permit (Outside Canada):
      • India: 6 weeks (decreased by 1 week)
      • United States: 4 weeks (no change)
      • Nigeria: 9 weeks (reduced by 3 weeks)
      • Pakistan: 5 weeks (no change)
      • Philippines: 6 weeks (no change)

1. Work Permit (Inside Canada, including extensions): 181 days (decreased by 1 day)
2. Other Temporary Visas:
   • Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 43 days (decreased by 2 days)
   • International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks (no change)
   • Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): 5 minutes (up to 72 hours in some cases)

Pro Tip: Processing times for temporary visas can fluctuate significantly by country.

Check IRCC’s weekly updates to stay ahead, especially for high-demand countries like India or Pakistan.

Expert Tips for a Seamless Application Process

1. 1. Submit Complete Applications: Missing documents or incomplete forms are the leading cause of delays. Use IRCC’s checklists to ensure accuracy.
   2. Monitor IRCC Updates: Weekly and monthly updates reflect changes in processing capacity. Bookmark the IRCC website for real-time data.

1. Plan for Quebec Applications: Quebec’s distinct immigration framework often results in longer wait times. Budget extra time if applying in or for Quebec.
2. Leverage Official Resources: IRCC’s website offers tools, guides, and FAQs to help you prepare a strong application.
3. Seek Professional Advice: For complex cases, consider consulting an immigration professional to navigate potential challenges.

Important Note: Processing times are estimates, not guarantees. Factors like application complexity, additional verification, or high application volumes can extend wait times.

Staying proactive and informed is your best strategy.

Ready to move forward? Visit the IRCC website for official tools, forms, and resources to kickstart your application.

Follow our updates for the latest IRCC processing times, expert tips, and insights to keep your plans on track.

Your Canadian dream is within reach—start planning today!