Application for Canadian Citizenship - A Comprehensive Guide

[summer salmon]

Hello, I’m just wondering, some people mentioned that they got a Police Certificate from the Canadian RCMP. Is this required for a citizenship application? I don’t see anywhere in the application instructions asking us to provide one. Could anyone clarify? Thank you.

 

[armoured]

Hello, I’m just wondering, some people mentioned that they got a Police Certificate from the Canadian RCMP. Is this required for a citizenship application? I don’t see anywhere in the application instructions asking us to provide one. Could anyone clarify? Thank you.

If it doesn't ask for one, you don't need it.

The police certificates for citizenship are from other countries. IRCC can place a request directly to RCMP/others domestically as needed.

I can't speak to what RCMP certificates people are getting - there are other uses of course. Some people waste time and money getting things that aren't asked for, needed, or useful.

 

[rlponline]

@blueshark if the application doesn't allow you to keep that return date blank, and I believe it doesn't, put today's date, and add an explanation letter saying that you did so to be able to complete filing the application but are still outside the country and don't claim that final day of physical presence.

I am facing same problem.
Online Application
Kitchner，ON
Applied from India, After 12 days return to canada
Submitted on Feb 6, 2026
Physical Presence Days 1108
Single Adult Applicant
AOR: Apr-16-2026
Background Verification: Apr-21-2026

still waiting for test invite anybody on same condition
should i have to inform IRCC about my update regarding return to canada
@Seym please guide
Thanks in Advance