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Citizenship by descent
Since December 15, 2025, Bill C-3 has changed who is a citizen when born abroad to a Canadian parent.
Open. Many people born abroad are now citizens and can apply for proof.
Citizenship
Proof of citizenship
A citizenship certificate confirms you are a Canadian citizen, for example if you were born abroad to a Canadian parent.
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Key requirements
- Apply for a citizenship certificate to prove you are a citizen.
- Common if you were born outside Canada to a Canadian parent.
- Include proof of your parent’s citizenship and your birth details.
Related pathways
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Canadian citizenship
For permanent residents with 1,095 days in Canada in the last five years: language, the test and the oath.
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All pathways
Statuses change, sometimes with little notice. Always confirm on the official page before you apply. This is general information, not legal advice.