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Read articleHow long IRCC is taking to process each application type. Numbers come from IRCC's official posted estimates — we update this page whenever they change.
Last verified: 09 Jun 2026
| Application type | Estimated time | Trend | Notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult application (grant) | 13 months | Edged up from 12 months in early 2026 | 09 Jun 2026 |
| Application type | Estimated time | Trend | Notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spousal (in Canada) | 11 months | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| Spousal (outside Canada) | 13 months | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| PGP (Parents & Grandparents) | 24 months | — | 14 May 2026 |
| Application type | Estimated time | Trend | Notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express Entry (CEC/FSW) | 6 months | — | IRCC service standard | 14 May 2026 |
| PNP (via Express Entry) | 8 months | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| PNP (paper-based) | 20 months | — | 14 May 2026 |
| Application type | Estimated time | Trend | Notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outside Canada (new) | 8 weeks | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| In Canada (new) | 4 weeks | Faster than 2024 | 14 May 2026 | |
| Extension | 120 days | — | 14 May 2026 |
| Application type | Estimated time | Trend | Notes | Last verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outside Canada (LMIA-based) | 12 weeks | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| In Canada (extension) | 105 days | — | 14 May 2026 | |
| PGWP (in Canada) | 95 days | Slower in recent months | 14 May 2026 |
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