Express Entry (e-APR) processing time from Iran
Posted IRCC average: 6 months service standard. Times vary by visa office and case complexity — verify on canada.ca.
Always verify on canada.ca's live processing-time tool at check-processing-times. IRCC updates posted figures monthly.
About the Express Entry (e-APR)
Electronic Application for Permanent Residence after an Invitation to Apply via Express Entry.
Iran-specific factors that affect timing
- No Canadian embassy in Iran (closed since 2012) — applications routed via Ankara (Turkey) or Abu Dhabi.
- Police certificate (Gozinesh) from Iranian Police HQ; apostille via MOFA.
- Sanctions complicate proof of funds — payments to IRCC must originate outside Iran (Turkey, UAE, Canada).
- Translations must be by Official Court Translator (Motarjem Rasmi).
Police certificate from Iran: Gozinesh from Iranian Police HQ; legalization via Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
VAC locations in Iran
- Tehran (limited services); biometrics in Ankara, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Istanbul
Embassy / High Commission: Operations via Embassy of Canada in Ankara, Turkey.
Frequently asked questions
What is the current Express Entry (e-APR) processing time from Iran?
IRCC's posted service standard for Express Entry (e-APR) applications is 6 months service standard. Times vary by visa office and case complexity. Verify the current figure on canada.ca's processing-time tool before applying.
How does IRCC calculate the Express Entry (e-APR) processing time?
IRCC publishes the 80th percentile of recently completed applications, meaning roughly 20% of cases take longer than the posted figure. Factors include visa office workload, security checks, and document completeness.
What can delay my Express Entry (e-APR) application from Iran?
Common causes: incomplete documents, security background checks, medical exam follow-ups, biometrics scheduling, and IRCC procedural-fairness letters requesting more information. Iran-specific factors include availability of police certificates and biometrics enrolment at local VACs.
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