Processing time estimates refreshed for economic programs

Updated estimates now show federal skilled worker applications at six months and provincial nominee applications at eight months for most cases.

Federal Skilled Worker: about 6 months.
Provincial Nominee Program: about 8 months.
Times vary by office and case complexity.

IRCC has refreshed processing time estimates for several economic immigration programs. The published figures are based on how long it took to process most applications in the previous period, not a guarantee for an individual file.

Federal Skilled Worker applications are currently estimated at six months, while Provincial Nominee Program applications are estimated at eight months. Study and work permit estimates are published separately and are usually expressed in weeks.

Use the processing time tracker on VisaWyse to compare your submission date with the published window. Remember that a request for additional documents or a medical follow-up can extend the timeline.