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Canadian Citizenship by Descent (Born Abroad to Canadian Parent — Section 3) — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-23 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€7,716
Minimum annual salary€92,596
Proof of savings€18,519
Minimum investment€30,865
Work experience5+ years
Age range24–35

Costs

Application / consular fee€51

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-citizenship/become-canadian-citizen/eligibility/already-citizen.html.
  3. Typical processing: ~30 days.

Frequently asked

How much income do I need?

You must show €7,716.

Sources & verification

Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.

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