Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has updated its latest processing time updates as of June 25, 2025, offering vital information for anyone navigating Canada’s immigration system.

Whether you’re applying for a visa, permanent residency (PR), citizenship, or a passport, these timelines provide a clear picture of what to expect.

This comprehensive guide breaks down the newest IRCC processing times, optimized to help you plan your Canadian journey effectively and stay ahead in 2025.

IRCC’s processing times are updated regularly, reflecting real-time data to ensure 80% of applications are processed within the stated periods.

Since adopting advanced analytics in 2022, IRCC provides precise estimates, with weekly updates for temporary visas and PR cards and monthly updates for citizenship, PR, and family sponsorships.

These timelines adjust based on application volume and IRCC’s capacity, making them a critical tool for students, workers, and families planning their move to Canada.

Stay informed with this detailed breakdown of IRCC’s June 2025 processing times, expert tips, and actionable insights to streamline your immigration process.

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Key Note: Processing times are estimates, not guarantees. Factors like application complexity or additional verification may affect your wait time.

IRCC Processing Times June 2025

Citizenship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

IRCC’s citizenship processing times as of June 5, 2025, are as follows:

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Citizenship Grant	10 months	Unchanged
Citizenship Certificate*	5 months	Increases by 1 month
Resumption of Citizenship	Not enough data	No Change
Renunciation of Citizenship	7 months	No Change
Search of Citizenship Records	15 months	Unchanged

Alert: If you applied for citizenship before May 5, 2025, expect an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) soon. Applications for citizenship certificates from outside Canada or the U.S. may face delays.

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

PR card processing times have slightly increased due to rising demand. Here’s the latest from June 25, 2025:

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 25, 2025)	Change Since last week
New PR Card	50 days	No change
PR Card Renewals	15 days	No change

Pro Tip: Submit a complete application to avoid delays, as incomplete forms can significantly extend processing.

Family Sponsorship Processing Times (Updated Monthly)

Family sponsorship timelines vary by region, with Quebec applications often taking longer due to provincial requirements. Check the June 5, 2025, updates:

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, excluding Quebec)	11 months	Increases by 1 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Outside Canada, for Quebec)	37 months	Increases by 1 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, Non-Quebec)	34 months	Increases by 5 month
Spouse/Common-Law (Inside Canada, for Quebec)	38 months	Increases by 2 months
Parents/Grandparents PR (Non-Quebec)	36 months	No Change
Parents/Grandparents PR (Quebec)	48 months	No Change

Insight: Quebec’s longer processing times result from its unique immigration agreements. Plan accordingly if sponsoring family in Quebec.

Canadian Passport Processing Times (Updated June 5, 2025)

Passport processing remains stable, with options for faster services:

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)

Permanent Residency Economic Class (Updated Monthly)

Economic class PR programs, like Express Entry, cater to skilled workers and entrepreneurs. Here’s the June 5, 2025, breakdown:

Application Type	Current Processing Time (June 5, 2025)	Change Since Last Update
Canadian Experience Class (CEC)	5 months	No Change
Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)	6 months	Increases by 1 month
Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)*	Not enough data	No Change
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) via Express Entry	8 months	Increases by 3 months
Non-Express Entry PNP	19 months	Reduces by 1 month
Quebec Skilled Workers (QSW)	9 months	No Change
Quebec Business Class (Entrepreneurs/Investors/Self-Employed)	Not enough data	No Change
Federal Self-Employed	55 months	Increases by 2 months
Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP)	12 months	Increases by 1 month
Start-Up Visa	43 months	Increases by 2 months

Temporary Resident Visas (Updated Weekly)

Temporary visa processing times vary by country and visa type. Below are updates from June 25, 2025:

1. Visitor Visa (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 25, 2025)	Change since last week
India	24 days	no change
United States	20 days	no change
Nigeria	81 days	reduces by 4 days
Pakistan	31 days	increases by 1 day
Philippines	32 days	no change

2. Visitor Visa (Inside Canada): 23 days (up from 20 days since April 30)

3. Visitor Extension: 204 days (increases by 1 day since last week)

4. Super Visa (Parents/Grandparents)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 25, 2025)	Change since last week
India	83 days	reduces by 2 day
United States	92 days	no change
Nigeria	62 64 days	reduces by 2 days
Pakistan	186 days	no change
Philippines	91 days	reduces by 22 days

5. Study Permit (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 25, 2025)	Change since last week
India	3 weeks	reduces by 1 week
United States	8 weeks	increases by 1 week
Nigeria	5 weeks	reduces by 1 week
Pakistan	11 weeks	No change
Philippines	12 weeks	reduces by 4 weeks

6. Study Permit (Inside Canada): 12 weeks (reduces by 2 weeks)

7. Study Permit Extension: 189 days (decreases by 14 days)

8. Work Permit (Outside Canada)

Country	Current Processing Time (June 25, 2025)	Change since last update
India	12 weeks	reduces by 1 week
United States	5 weeks	reduces by 1 week
Nigeria	16 weeks	reduces by 2 weeks
Pakistan	6 weeks	no change
Philippines	6 weeks	No Change

9. Work Permit (Inside Canada) including extensions: 196 days (reduces by 14 days)

10. Other Temporary Visas

Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP): 37 days (reduces by 4 days)
International Experience Canada (IEC): 5 weeks (no change)
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA): 5 minutes (some cases may take up to 72 hours)

Understanding IRCC’s processing times is essential for planning your immigration journey, whether you’re aiming to study, work, reunite with family, or become a Canadian citizen.

These data-driven estimates help you anticipate wait times, avoid delays, and make informed decisions.

Our team has tracked IRCC’s processing data for over four years, sourcing information directly from IRCC’s official website to ensure accuracy.

This guide is your ultimate resource for navigating Canada’s immigration system in 2025.

Tips for a Smooth Application Process

Submit Complete Applications: Missing documents can lead to significant delays.
Check Updates Regularly: IRCC’s weekly and monthly updates reflect changing processing capacities.
Plan for Quebec: Applications involving Quebec often take longer due to provincial requirements.
Use Official Resources: Visit the IRCC website for tools and guidance.

Stay informed with the latest IRCC processing times and share this guide with anyone planning their Canadian immigration journey.

Ready to take the next step? Visit the IRCC website for official resources, and check back for the next processing time update to keep your plans on track!

Satinder Bains

Satinder brings expertise, knowledge, and experience related to internal work flows at IRCC. She worked at Canadian Consulate in Chandigarh before moving to Canada. Her articles on “Chinook – An internal IRCC tool used to bulk process temporary applications” was one of the notable work on our news website