First of all, a person has to live in Canada permanently, and he has to be 18 years old or older. Kids can become Canadians too, although they have a lesser amount of requirements to complete.

Secondly, a person has to have resided in the country for a total of three years. Next, he has to possess good mastery of the English or French language, and he has to be knowledgeable about Canada and its responsibilities and rights. This will be of great use during his citizenship test, which is one key requirement in becoming a Canadian citizen. There are however certain events in which an individual will not be eligible to be entitled to a citizenship. He can not apply if he is in prison, currently facing criminal charges, or under removal order. In the above-mentioned cases, you may need the legal assistance of a Canadian immigration lawyer. Here are the steps in applying for a Canadian citizenship.

First, a person has to secure an application form, either downloaded through the Internet or ordered through phone. Next, he has to cautiously read and examine the guide information that comes with the application form. Thirdly, he has to fill up the application form and append the needed documents, such as photocopies of Canadian immigration record documents (Record of Landing or Confirmation of Permanent Residence), photocopies of two valid ID cards (driver'’s license for example), and new photographs of the person. In relation to this step, a processing fee and a Right of Citizenship fee should be paid. Afterward, he has to mail the documents to the case processing center. The next step he has to take is to gain knowledge about Canada. He will be sent a publication entitled A Look at Canada, which he has to study for the scheduled citizenship test. After taking and passing the test, the last step he has to do is to take the oath of citizenship, done at a citizenship ceremony.

Here he will receive his certificate of citizenship to seal his aim of becoming a Canadian citizen.