00:00In today's video update, we cover the details of the citizenship fee increase,
00:07a complete breakdown of citizenship application costs,
00:11the requirements for Canadian citizenship,
00:15and the implications of the fee increase.
00:19Watch till the end to understand how these changes could affect your path
00:24to becoming a Canadian citizen and what steps you should take next.
00:30Canada citizenship fees. Surge. 20% increase. Effective immediately.
00:46Planning to become a Canadian citizen? Prepare your wallet?
00:50Canada has announced a 20% hike in citizenship fees effective March 31, 2025.
00:56The fee increase affects the right of citizenship charge,
00:59raising overall costs for adult applicants and sparking discussions on its impact on future citizens.
01:17Let's begin with details of the citizenship fee increase.
01:21Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, IRCC, increased the right of citizenship fee from $100 to $119.75.
01:35The processing fee remains unchanged at $530.
01:39Adults now face total application costs of $649.75.
01:49Next, we move to the breakdown of citizenship application costs.
01:54Adult applicants aged 18 and above must pay a combined total of $649.75.
02:04Minors under 18 still pay $100, while stateless adults born to Canadian parents also incur the updated $119.75 citizenship fee.
02:16Following that, we look at the requirements for Canadian citizenship fee.
02:20Following that, we look at the requirements for Canadian citizenship.
02:26To qualify, applicants must have permanent residency status, reside in Canada for at least three out of the last five years, totaling $1,095 days.
02:38File taxes, pass a citizenship test, demonstrate proficiency in English or French, and participate in a citizenship ceremony.
02:51Now, we explore the implications of the fee increase.
02:57The fee increase may impact applicants financially, particularly those on tight budgets.
03:03Although minor, the additional cost highlights Canada's tightening approach to citizenship and immigration, potentially affecting decisions of future applicants.
03:15Finally, we wrap up with conclusion.
03:20The recent fee increase underscores Canada's evolving immigration landscape.
03:25Prospective citizens must remain informed and financially prepared to meet these updated requirements,
03:31ensuring smooth processing of their citizenship applications.
03:38That's a wrap on today's video.
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