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Citizenship Test and Online Ceremony Rules
Effective: Online test formalized March 9, 2026; virtual ceremonies rolled out 2024–2025
TL;DR
Online self-administered citizenship test became default for ages 18–54 — 45 minutes, 20 questions, 15 to pass, up to 3 attempts. In-person and Microsoft Teams tests retained for specific cases. Virtual oath-of-citizenship ceremonies are now standard.
What changed
- Online test is the default for most adults.
- 20 questions, 15 to pass, 3 attempts.
- Virtual oath ceremonies are common.
Who is affected
PR applicants seeking citizenship.
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https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/test.html ↗Related immigration topics
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