The Canadian immigration department has recently shared updates on the processing times for various immigration applications, including permanent residence, temporary residence, and citizenship. If you're considering moving to Canada or bringing loved ones over, understanding these timelines can help you plan better!

According to the latest updates, the processing times for different immigration routes have seen some changes since September 10, 2025. For example, if you're applying through the Canadian Experience Class, expect around 5 months, which is a slight improvement from the previous 6 months. However, for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the time has gone up to 6 months from 5 months, changing the landscape a bit.

Particularly noteworthy are the spousal sponsorship applications: if your spouse lives inside Canada and you plan to settle in Quebec, processing times have increased significantly, now taking around 37 months! That's a 16-month jump, so make sure to plan accordingly if you're in this situation.

For those looking into dependent child sponsorship, applicants within Canada will find that the processing time has actually decreased from 12 months to 29 months, which is remarkable! This is crucial information for families who want to reunite.

Temporary residence applications, including visitor and work permits, have also been affected. For example, if you're looking to visit Canada, the standard processing time for visitor visas remains around 14 days, while Nigeria saw a significant drop in their work permit processing time, down to just 11 weeks!

In summary, processing times are continually changing, and it's important for applicants to stay informed. Whether you're seeking to immigrate permanently or temporarily, awareness of these updates can guide your next steps. For personalized advice, feel free to reach out!