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Archived: June 3, 2025 10:37:31 AM
From: [nmmigration Representatives / Représentants immigration (RCC)
Sent: [requester]
To:
[requester] Immigration Representatives / Représentanis immigration GRCC
Subject: [requester]
citizenship by descent - REP-B-2025-0123 - Due 22-Apr-25
Importance: Normal
Sensitivity: None
Good day,
Thank you for contacting the Immigration Representatives [requester] note that this mailbox is intended for general guidance and does not provide responses to case-specific inquiries
but have provided the following information as guidance. Ifyou have case specific questions about a file, you are
encouraged to submit the ICC Web form.
Please see our response to your question.
Applicants who are subject to the first-generation limit (FGL) may use the currently available application package for a Proof of
Citizenship to apply and benefit from the interim measure which has been expanded as outlined in the Minister's statement,
IRCC has developed an online questionnaire to assist FGL applicants in submitting their application depending on their situation
here: Changes to the first generation limit on citizenship - Canada.ca.
Once the applicant is identified by IRCC as being subject to the FGL they will receive a letter with the option of being considered
fora discretionary grant of citizenship. The letter will also outline the information required to be considered for a discretionary
grant which vary depending on the age of the applicant.
Thank you kindly,
[requester]
From:
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To: Immigration Representatives / Représentants immigration (IRCC) <[requester email]>
Subject: [requester]
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Dear [requester]/[requester] new Application Forms and Guidelines be announced for applications that will be submitted under consideration for
a discretionary grant of citizenship under subsection 5(4) of the Act (\nttos://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees:
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citizenship/news/2025/03/canada-to-request-a-further-extension-to-maintain-first-s generation-limitto-canadian.
citizenship-by-descent html):
OR
shall the currently available Application Package for Proof of Citizenship (paper applications) be submitted according to
the requirements outlined here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-
citizenship/services /application/application-forms-guides /application-citizenship-certificate-adults-minors. html :
* The instruction guide to prepare and submit your application
* Document checklist (CIT 0014) F
¢ Application for a citizenship certificate (adults and minors) (CIT 0001)
° Get help to download, save and open this form
* Citizenship photo specifications
Depending on your situation you may need to submit:
* Use of a Representative (IMM 5476)
¢ Request form for a Change of Sex or Gender Identifer (IRM 0002)
We thank you for your assistance in clarification of the above.
Sincerely,