Updated IRCC Processing Times as of 28/02/2023
- pjeduexperts
- Mar 1, 2023
- 1 min read
Are you interested in obtaining a work permit or visitor permit for Canada? In this blog post, we'll be sharing the most recent processing times for these types of permits as of 28/02/2023. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) regularly updates their processing times to help applicants plan their travel and work arrangements accordingly. We understand that waiting for your permit to be processed can be a stressful and time-consuming process, which is why we've organized the latest data into easy-to-read tables. Keep reading to learn more about the processing times for work permits and visitor permits in Canada.
Visitor Visa Outside Canada
Country | Updated Processing time | Previous Processing Time |
India | 70 days | 95 days |
Nigeria | 330 days | 317 days |
United States | 24 days | 27 days |
Pakistan | 183 days | 186 days |
Philippines | 33 days | 38 days |
UAE | 318 days | 316 days |
Bagladesh | 203 days | 204 days |
Sri Lanka | 132 days | 110 days |
United Kingdom | 35 days | 209 days |
Visitor Visa Inside Canada
Form of Application | Updated Processing Time | Previous Processing Time |
Online | 13 days | 14 days |
Paper Based | 32 days | 27 days |
Work Permit Outside Canada
Form of Application | Updated Processing Time | Previous Processing Time |
India | 8 Weeks | 8 weeks |
Nigeria | 27 Weeks | 52 Weeks |
United States | 16 weeks | 16 weeks |
Pakistan | 43 weeks | 40 weeks |
Philippines | 14 weeks | 14 weeks |
UAE | 36 weeks | 39 weeks |
Bangladesh | 31 weeks | 32 weeks |
Sri Lanka | 22 weeks | 24 weeks |
United Kingdom | 12 weeks | 11 weeks |
Work Permit Inside Canada
Form of Application | Updated Processing Time | Previous Processing Time |
Online | 158 days | 157 days |
Paper-based | 58 days | 60 days |
In conclusion, having the most up-to-date information on processing times can be invaluable for anyone looking to obtain a work permit or visitor permit in Canada. By staying informed on the latest updates from the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), you can better plan your travel and work arrangements accordingly. We hope that the tables we've provided in this blog post have been helpful in giving you a clear idea of what to expect in terms of processing times for these types of permits.
