How to get citizenship if your parent is Canadian

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If your parent is a Canadian citizen, you too may be eligible to become a citizen.

Canadian citizens can pass on citizenship to their children who were born overseas.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) allows citizenship to be passed down to the first generation born outside of Canada.
If your parent is a Canadian, you may be eligible to apply for a Proof of Citizenship, also known as a Canadian citizenship certificate.
If you can get the certificate, you will benefit from the perks that come with being Canadian. Canada has one of the highest percentages of immigrants who obtain ci
Citizenship gives people the opportunity to vote, enter politics and improves employment opportunities in Canada. Canadian citizens can also hold a passport. This makes it easier for them to travel to many countries without a visa, and makes it simpler to obtain travel visas when necessary.
In addition, Canadian law allows for dual or multiple citizenships. This means that you do not have to renounce your previous citizenship to obtain Canadian citizenship.
Citizens, like permanent residents, can also benefit from Canada’s universal healthcare coverage, access other social benefits and enjoy protection under Canadian law.
To obtain Canadian citizenship, you will need to submit your birth certificate that shows the name of your parent, issued by the government authority in the country you were born.

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