Applying for Citizenship

To become a Canadian citizen, you must demonstrate adequate knowledge of Canada and the responsibilities and privileges of citizenship by passing the citizenship test. **Who must take the test?** Applicants between the ages of 18 and 54 must take the citizenship knowledge test. People under 18 and those aged 55 or over do not need to take the test. **The test format** The test consists of 20 questions — multiple choice and true/false. You have 30 minutes to complete it. You must answer at least 15 out of 20 questions correctly (75%) to pass. All questions are based on the information in this study guide, Discover Canada. **Topics covered** The test covers: rights and responsibilities of citizenship; Canada's history; Canada's government and laws; Canadian symbols, geography and culture. **The citizenship ceremony** After passing the test, you will be invited to a citizenship ceremony where you will take the Oath of Citizenship. You will receive your Canadian citizenship certificate, which is your official proof of citizenship. **The Oath of Citizenship** I swear (or affirm) that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to His Majesty King Charles the Third, King of Canada, His Heirs and Successors, and that I will faithfully observe the laws of Canada, and fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen.