IRCC Processing Times 2026 — Every Service
Processing time estimates for 20+ Canadian immigration services in 2026 — Express Entry, PNP, family sponsorship, study and work permits, citizenship and PR card renewal.
Permanent residence
Express Entry — Federal Skilled Worker (FSW)5–8 mo
Fee: $1,525 CAD
Express Entry — Canadian Experience Class (CEC)4–6 mo
Fee: $1,525 CAD
Express Entry — Federal Skilled Trades (FST)6–12 mo
Fee: $1,525 CAD
Provincial Nominee Program (paper)12–24 mo
Fee: $1,525 CAD
PNP through Express Entry6–12 mo
Fee: $1,525 CAD
PR Card Renewal2–5 mo
Fee: $50 CAD
Family
Temporary residence
Study Permit (outside Canada)1–4 mo
Fee: $150 CAD
Study Permit Extension2–4 mo
Fee: $150 CAD
Work Permit (LMIA-based)2–6 mo
Fee: $155 CAD
Work Permit (LMIA-exempt)1–4 mo
Fee: $155 CAD
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)2–4 mo
Fee: $255 CAD
Open Work Permit (spouse of skilled worker/student)2–5 mo
Fee: $255 CAD
Visitor Visa (TRV) — outside Canada1–3 mo
Fee: $100 CAD
Super Visa (parents and grandparents)2–5 mo
Fee: $100 CAD
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)0–1 mo
Fee: $7 CAD