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Canada asylum rules to change from November: What unfinished IRCC Portal claims must do

Canada is set to implement changes to the asylum claim submission process starting November 3, 2026, to modernise the system. Applicants who have incomplete claims must log into the IRCC Portal to review and complete their applications. Those who do not submit by the deadline will face new questions in…

The Economic Times · Oct 8

Canada visa processing times: Super Visa wait rises for Indians, visitor visa improves

Canada's visa processing times for Indian applicants have seen slight adjustments. Work and study permit wait times remain unchanged for Indian citizens. Visitor visa processing has improved slightly, while Super Visa wait times have increased. These processing times are estimates and not guaranteed deadlines. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada updates…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Canada invites 2,000 foreign workers to apply for permanent residence: All you need to know about latest Express Entry draw

Canada has invited 2,000 skilled foreign workers to apply for permanent residence through its latest Express Entry draw, with candidates needing a Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) score of at least 519 to receive an invitation.

The Times of India · Sep 16

Canada citizenship certificate processing time hits 33 months as backlog reaches 136,000 applications

Canada's citizenship certificate processing time now stands at thirty-three months. This significant increase means new applicants may wait until mid-2029 for decisions. The surge follows expanded eligibility for citizenship by descent after December 2025. Urgent processing is available for specific limited circumstances and emergencies. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has…

The Economic Times · Sep 5

Making too many life decisions around immigration timelines: Redditor says 'Canada does not owe me PR, coming back to India'

At a time when the waiting line for a US Green Card is only getting longer, the situation in Canada is not very different either as a Redditor's post on coming back to India has gone viral. The Redditor came to Canada in 2023 and has been working in a…

The Times of India · Sep 3

Canada fast-tracks citizenship certificates for students planning to study in the country

Canada is speeding up citizenship applications for students planning to study. Eligible applicants may receive certificates before their academic semester begins. This expedited route helps those claiming citizenship by descent for enrollment. Canadian citizens often qualify for lower domestic tuition rates at educational institutions. Urgent processing is also available for…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Canada Express Entry: 2,000 ITAs issued in September 1 draw for Canadian Experience Class candidates

Canada's immigration department issued two thousand invitations to apply for permanent residence. This latest draw focused on Canadian Experience Class candidates with a minimum score. Earlier draws this year also prioritized candidates with Canadian experience and French language skills. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada has issued over one hundred seventeen…

The Economic Times · Sep 2

Canada raises study permit funds requirement to CAD 23,448 from Sept 1

International students applying for a Canadian study permit from Sept 1, 2026 will have to demonstrate that they have at least Canadian dollars (CAD) 23,448 available for living expenses (if they are headed to a province or territory other than Quebec).

The Times of India · Aug 30

Canada's electronic travel authorization (eTA): Who needs it, fee, process and key rules

Canada's electronic travel authorization, or eTA, is now required for many air travellers. This authorization costs seven Canadian dollars and is linked to a passport. Most eTA applications are processed quickly, though some may take longer. Indian passport holders generally need a visitor visa and cannot use an eTA. US…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Canada updates visa processing times; Study, Super Visa waits rise for Indians

Canada updated visa processing times, increasing study permit waits for Indian applicants. Indian applicants now face a seven-week wait for study permits, a significant rise. Visitor visa processing for Indians also saw a slight increase to thirty-two days. Super visa wait times for India have now risen to sixty-one days.…

The Economic Times · Aug 27