Processing Times

IRCC calculates processing times based on how long it took to process 80% of applications in the same category. The estimates are updated periodically and reflect applications processed in recent months.

Processing times fluctuate based on application volume, staffing levels, and program-specific backlogs. Seasonal trends, policy changes, and global events can all affect how quickly IRCC processes applications.

No. Processing times are estimates based on recent data. Your application may take longer or shorter depending on its complexity, completeness, and whether IRCC requests additional documents.

Common delays include incomplete applications, missing documents, background security checks, medical exam results, and high application volumes. Responding promptly to IRCC requests helps avoid additional delays.

All processing time data shown on Northy is sourced directly from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) official endpoints. We update the data regularly to reflect the latest IRCC estimates.