New Delhi, Sept. 23 -- Applying for Canadian citizenship? Before you hit the submit button, it's worth giving your paperwork one last check. A missing document, an unclear copy, or even using an outdated checklist could slow down the entire process-or result in rejection.

The checklist applies to applicants aged 18 or older applying for Canadian citizenship under subsection 5(1) of the Citizenship Act. Also, it is intended for Indians who are already permanent residents of Canada and are preparing to apply for citizenship. Here are some common document mistakes to watch out for:

One common mistake is relying on an older citizenship application package. IRCC's CIT 0007 checklist was last updated in June 2026, while the government's citiz...