Government of Canada
Immigration Canada

Your Journey to Canada Starts Here

Every year, Canada welcomes hundreds of thousands of new residents and millions of visitors. Find the right path for you and start your application today through our secure online system.

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My application

Sign in to your account, check your application status, or find processing times for your specific program.

  • Check application status
  • Processing times
  • Withdraw an application

Visit Canada

Find out if you need a visa to visit for tourism, business, or to transit through Canada's airports.

  • Visitor visa (TRV)
  • Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
  • Extend your stay

Work in Canada

Apply for a work permit, find job opportunities for foreign workers, or learn about the LMIA process.

  • Open work permits
  • Employer-specific permits
  • Post-graduation work permits

Immigrate permanently

How to apply for permanent residency through Express Entry, Provincial Nominees, or family sponsorship.

  • Express Entry
  • Family sponsorship
  • Provincial nominees

Study in Canada

Apply for a study permit, extend your permit, or find out if you can work while you study.

  • Study permits
  • Work while you study
  • Stay in Canada after graduation

Citizenship

Apply for, reclaim, or give up Canadian citizenship. Prepare for the citizenship test or ceremony.

  • Apply for citizenship
  • Prepare for the test
  • Citizenship certificates

Most Requested Information

Check your application status

Access the secure portal to view real-time updates on your file.

Find out if you need a visa

Answer a few questions to see if you need a visa or an eTA to travel to Canada.

Book a biometric appointment

Find a VAC location near you and book your session to provide fingerprints and a photo.

Find an IRCC medical exam

Locate authorized physicians who can perform immigration medical exams.

Help Centre

What is a UCI? +
A Unique Client Identifier (UCI) is an 8- or 10-digit number assigned to you by IRCC. It stays with you for life across all your interactions with us. You can find it on your study or work permit, or in any correspondence we've sent you.
How long will my application take? +
Processing times vary depending on the type of application and the volume of applications we are currently processing. You can check the latest estimated times on our processing times page.
Do I need to provide biometrics? +
Most people applying for a visitor visa, study or work permit, or permanent residency need to provide biometrics. You'll receive a Biometric Instruction Letter (BIL) after you apply if this is required.

Protect yourself from fraud

Don't be a victim of a scam. IRCC will never call you to ask for payment over the phone or through prepaid credit cards. Official fees are only paid through our secure online payment system or authorized banks.

Page last updated: June 4, 2026