Clarification Regarding English Language Requirement and Citizenship Test Eligibility

[bilaleagle]

Hello everyone,

I came to Canada in 2012 and completed an English Level 8 Certificate from Seneca College, followed by a two-year diploma program. Afterward, I began working and applied for permanent residency later on. I obtained my PR status in October 2022. Since then, I have traveled outside Canada twice, for a total of 30 days over the past three years.

I would like to confirm whether I am required to retake the English language test, or if my existing English certificate will be sufficient. Additionally, I would like to know whether I will need to take the Canadian citizenship test, or if my academic qualifications may exempt me from it.

Thank you

 

[forw.jane]

Hello everyone,

I came to Canada in 2012 and completed an English Level 8 Certificate from Seneca College, followed by a two-year diploma program. Afterward, I began working and applied for permanent residency later on. I obtained my PR status in October 2022. Since then, I have traveled outside Canada twice, for a total of 30 days over the past three years.

I would like to confirm whether I am required to retake the English language test, or if my existing English certificate will be sufficient. Additionally, I would like to know whether I will need to take the Canadian citizenship test, or if my academic qualifications may exempt me from it.

Thank you

You can use your existing certificate. If your age is not 55+ you cannot get exemption.