Resume Citizenship
Resume Canadian Citizenship
If you were a Canadian citizen and gave up (renounced) your citizenship, you may be eligible to apply to resume it. This process is for former citizens who wish to regain their Canadian citizenship.
Fee
$530 CAD
Processing
16 months
Eligibility
Former citizen
Applications
~200/year
Eligibility Requirements
You were a Canadian citizen in the past and you renounced your citizenship
You were not born in Canada (or were born in Canada but lost citizenship through certain circumstances)
You are not subject to a removal order or prohibited from entering Canada
You have not been convicted of a terrorism-related or national security offence
You lived in Canada for at least one year immediately before applying
You are physically present in Canada when the application is approved and citizenship is resumed
How to Apply
Confirm your eligibility — review the requirements on Canada Immigration's website
Complete the application package (CIT 0301 — Resume Canadian Citizenship)
Gather all supporting documents (proof of renunciation, ID, residence proof)
Pay the $530 processing fee online
Mail your completed application to the Canada Immigration Case Processing Centre
Wait for processing — Canada Immigration will contact you if more information is needed
If approved, you will be invited to a citizenship ceremony to take the Oath
Important Notes
You must be living in Canada at the time your citizenship is resumed
Minors can also apply to resume citizenship (parent or guardian applies on their behalf)
Once citizenship is resumed, you have all the rights and responsibilities of any Canadian citizen
If you lost citizenship involuntarily before 2009, you may already be a citizen — check your status first