test de citoyenneté canadienne 2026: What's New and What's Changed

Par Sarah Chen·7 min de lecture·Mis à jour 2026-05-15

Everything that's changed about the test de citoyenneté canadienne in 2026. New processing times, format updates, and policy changes.

Here's what's changed about the Canadian test de citoyenneté and process in 2026.

Processing Times

IRCC has been working to reduce processing times. As of 2026:

Standard processing: 12–18 months from application to ceremony

Some cases are processed faster through initiatives to reduce backlogs

Online applications are processed faster than paper applications

Test Format

The core test format remains the same:

20 questions à choix multiples

30 minutes

75% note de passage

Based on Découvrir le Canada

Recent Policy Changes

Digital Applications

IRCC continues to expand its online application system, making it easier to submit documents digitally.

Ceremony Formats

Both in-person and virtual ceremonies continue to be available. Virtual ceremonies have become a permanent option since their introduction during COVID-19.

Language Requirements

The language proficiency requirements remain the same. CLB/NCLC level 4 is the minimum standard.

Looking Ahead

IRCC regularly updates its processes. For the most current information, check the official IRCC website or follow our blog for updates.

Your Preparation Shouldn't Change

Regardless of policy changes, the test content hasn't changed. Découvrir le Canada is still the sole source material. Our test de pratiques stay up to date with any content changes.