Immigration Announcement
IRCC Processing Times Updated for Family Sponsorships and Temporary Visas 2024
Are you immigrating to Canada through family sponsorships or temporary visas? Stay ahead of the curve with the latest Canada Immigration News as we meticulously track and update the latest IRCC processing times.
Let’s delve into the intricacies of the processing landscape, ensuring you have all the information you need.
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To comprehend the nuances of IRCC processing times, let’s explore the evolution of the processing tools. In early 2022, IRCC made a significant upgrade, shifting from merely displaying service standards to offering accurate data on typical application processing times. This transformation aimed to provide a more realistic picture of processing, accounting for variations, handling capabilities, and processing volume fluctuations.
Family Sponsorship Processing Times
| Application Type | Current Processing Time | Change Since Feb 13 | Change Since Feb 6 | Change Since Jan 31 | Change Since Jan 23 |
| Spouse or common-law partner living outside Canada (intention to live outside Quebec) | 12 months | No Change | No Change | No Change | No Change |
| Spouse or common-law partner living outside Canada (intention to live in Quebec) | 34 months | No Change | No Change | -5 months | -5 months |
| Spouse or common-law partner living inside Canada (intention to live outside Quebec) | 9 months | No Change | No Change | -1 month | -1 month |
| Spouse or common-law partner living inside Canada (intention to live in Quebec) | 26 months | No Change | No Change | No Change | No Change |
| Parents or Grandparents PR (intention to live outside Quebec) | 24 months | No Change | No Change | No Change | No Change |
| Parents or Grandparents PR (intention to live in Quebec) | 50 months | No Change | No Change | +2 months | +2 months |
Temporary Visas Processing Times
| Application Type | Current Processing Time | Change Since Feb 13 | Change Since Feb 6 | Change Since Jan 31 | Change Since Jan 23 |
| Visitor visa outside Canada (Varies by country) | India: 28 Days, Nigeria: 149 Days, United States: 16 Days, Pakistan: 92 Days, Philippines: 27 Days | No Change for India, +1 Day for Nigeria, -2 days for United States, +4 Days for Pakistan, +1 Day for Philippines | -1 Day for India, +2 Days for Nigeria, -3 days for United States, +7 Days for Pakistan, +2 Days for Philippines | -1 Day for India, +4 Days for Nigeria, -4 days for United States, +17 Days for Pakistan, +6 Days for Philippines | -2 days for India, +9 Days for Nigeria, -2 days for United States, +23 Days for Pakistan, +8 Days for Philippines |
| Visitor visa inside Canada (TRV) | Online: 15 days, Paper-Based: 33 days as of December 20 | -1 day | -1 day | -1 day | -1 day |
| Parents or Grandparents Super Visa (Varies by country) | India: 57 Days, Nigeria: 63 Days, United States: 192 Days, Pakistan: 142 Days, Philippines: 149 Days | +5 Days for India, -11 Days for Nigeria, +7 Days for United States, +5 Days for Pakistan, +3 Days for Philippines | +3 Days for India, -11 Days for Nigeria, -9 Days for United States, +7 Days for Pakistan, +4 Days for Philippines | -3 Days for India, -25 Days for Nigeria, +2 Days for the United States, +1 Day for Pakistan, +9 Days for Philippines | -3 Days for India, -25 Days for Nigeria, +2 Days for the United States, +1 Day for Pakistan, +9 Days for the Philippines |
| Study Permit Outside Canada | 10 Weeks | No Change | +1 Week | +1 Week | +1 Week |
| Visitor Extension (Visitor Record) | Online: 74 68 days, Paper-Based: 113 days as of December 20 | +6 days | +4 days | +4 days | +2 Days |
| Study Permit Inside Canada | 5 weeks | No Change | No Change | No Change | +1 Week |
| Study Permit Extension | Online: 76 Days, Paper-Based: 71 Days as of December 20 | +1 day | +9 days | +13 days | +13 days |
| Work Permit Outside Canada (Varies by country) | India: 19 Weeks, Nigeria: 12 Weeks, United States: 26 Weeks, Pakistan: 52 Weeks, Philippines: 18 Weeks | +1 Week for India, No Change for Nigeria, No Change for United States, +6 Weeks for Pakistan, +1 Week for Philippines | +1 Week for India, No Change for Nigeria, No Change for United States, +10 Weeks for Pakistan, No Change for Philippines | +2 Weeks for India, No Change for Nigeria, +1 Week for United States, +19 Weeks for Pakistan, -1 Week for Philippines | +4 Weeks for India, No Change for Nigeria, +2 Weeks for United States, +21 Weeks for Pakistan, -2 Weeks for Philippines |
| Work Permit Inside Canada | Online: 101 Days, Paper-Based: 15 Days as of December 20 | No Change | No Change | -2 Day | -5 Days |
| International Experience Canada (Current Season) | 2 Weeks | -1 Week | -3 Weeks | -3 Weeks | -4 Weeks |
| Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program (SAWP) | 19 Days | -2 days | -3 Days | -5 Days | -7 Days |
| Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) | 5 minutes | No Change | No Change | No Change | No Change |
Current processing times as of February 20, 2024.
Why the Processing Times Important to Know?
As you navigate the intricate world of Canadian immigration, these processing times act as your compass. Remember, these timelines are dynamic, and your processing time may vary. Canada Immigration News remains your reliable guide, ensuring you stay informed and empowered on your journey to Canada.
