The UBC English Language Institute is one of thousands of locations where individuals can take an IELTS exam. Citizenship applicants will be required to submit the results from CIC-approved third-party tests like the IELTS or provide evidence of completion of secondary or post-secondary education in English or French to be have their application processed.
Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) announced today that the majority of citizenship applicants will be required to demonstrate language proficiency in English or French when they apply, effective November 1st, 2012.
Currently, CIC assesses applicants’ language proficiency through the interaction their staff have with the applicant, and from the applicant’s citizenship knowledge test results.
Under coming changes, citizenship applicants will be required to submit the results of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test, and score at least 4.0 and 4.5 on the speaking and listening portions, respectively.
In order for applicants to demonstrate French language proficiency, they will be required to submit the results of the Test d’évaluation de français (TEF), and score at least 181 and 145 on the speaking and listening portions.
Applicants can have the language test requirement waived if they can show evidence of having completed secondary or post-secondary education in English or French.
The new language requirements will only apply to applicants aged 18-54.
hi
my ielts score is L5.5 , R 6, W 5.5, S5.5
i have done b.tech. can i apply for study visa in canada?
Hello. I came to Canada under the Skilled Worker Visa and of course I had to take an IELTS test which I still keep although I am not sure if it expires at some point. I also have a Bachelor’s degree on English Language and Literature (5 years) which is in my country a university degree. Do I still need to do another test to prove I am English literate?
Thanks in advance,
Osmany
NO you don’t have to do the test again.
Go to the Cic.gc.ca site and you will read there that if you have done the IELTS exam it will be accepted even if it has expired.
Hi I would like to ask if my sister in law does need to take the ielts.she and her family would like to apply here in Winnipeg under provincial nominee.
So do you think she need this?
Thanks
Hi;
I have my permanent immigrant 2005.
Do I need to have an IELTS test? If I apply for my Canadian citizenship?
Thanks
which band require for workpermit canada (electrician )
dear friends,
I need some help.I got a 4.5 bands in ielts exam and i wish that i am studying in canada.Is it possible or not Help me and tell me a good way.My full score card are Listening 5 writing 4.5 Reading 4 Speaking 5
Hello Sir,
Do i need a IELTS score to apply a work permit in Canada from India. If yes how much should i have to score.
Thanks
Hello there,
It depends on the job you are doing. There is no minimum requirement, but the visa officer will take into consideration your language skills for the job you are doing. Normally, language skills lower than 4.0 in IELTS is not good.
CICS Team
Dear sir
I am about to apply to get my canadian citizenship. In terms of language requirments I have a masters degree from concordia university in montreal . Is it enough proof for english professiency or do I still need to take an exam?
Thanks.
It’s enough.
hi! good day! I would like to ask if my IELTS examination for general training will expired on January 2014, can I still use it for my application this December 2013? I also took Academic but as I read GT is the only required, my only concern is that it will expired on January 2014. Thanks and more power.
I have 6+yrs of exp in software testing and i want work visa plus pr for canada
.my ielts score is overall band 7 .
Could you please please guide me ..how to proceed further and check my eligibity in canada for software testing
Hi, I took my CELPIP (LS) test and ny scores are
Listening 5H
Speaking 3H, so my question is do my scores
qualify to apply for Canadian Citizenship? Am a
PR though.
Please see CIC site for citizenship and language requirement. Otherwise, go to services and have one of our consultants respond to your questions.
i want in canada for job and pr .i get overall 4.50 band. le 4.5,sp 5.o ,wr 5.5 ,re 3.50. can u help me
We do not find jobs.
hellooo sir my self manthan patel i am from india gujarat sir i have applyed for workpermit in canada saskatchewan regina my agent told me i will get 2 year of work visa after 2 year if i want to apply for pr then i have to give only ielts or any another exam is available sir my eduaction is diploma mechanical engg and i am married and my wife come with me on dependent visa so what you say sir in my case
thanks you
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Hi there, my ielts result in General is L-6.5, R-5.5, W-7, S-6.5, I did MSc in maths, B.Ed and have 1 year experience of teaching. Please can u tell me that is it possible to apply canada pr in any state? I will appreciate for reply.
Unfortunately not.
Please, let me know how much
IELTS band required to apply
Canada (B.C) P.R from India ?
I have 7 years experience in cook (chef).
Please, let me know how much
IELTS band required to apply
Canada (B.C) P.R from India.
Hi,
My husband has a relative in Manitoba who will sponsor him under the provincial nominee program. Since he is the principal applicant, am I required to take the IELTS.
Thanls
Please see services for questions.
If I completed highschool in Canada do I still have to write the citizenship test?
No.
My husband has a relative in Manitoba who will sponsor him under the provincial nominee program. Since he is the principal applicant, he was the one who took the IELTS and already passed it. I am included in the application as his wife, am I required to take the IELTS too?
Thanks.
Hello,
I’m applying for canadian citizenship.I’m not certain if I can send my academic IELTS results L 5.5, W 5.0,R 6.0. S 7.5 .It says that I must take the general test.Please if someone could give me helpful information it would be very appreciated thank you!
Sometimes they accept it. Some officer don’t. It’s a risk.
Hi
I’ve done TOEFL exam last year for my university admission in Canada. I’ve applied for Student Visa. I’ve received a message from immigration asking me to upload my IELTS results sheet. I’ve submitted TOEFL result & sent e-mails to the immigration that I’ve done only TOEFL, but until now there is no reply. I would like to know whether I’ve to do IELTS, If so Which one Should I do? General Training or Academic?
Schools accept Academic.
I am an English teacher in Poland. I have a Master deegree – American literature. I am completing my PhD course everything from Bachelor to PhD has been taught in English. Now I want to move to Canada. Do I have to pass a language proficiency test?
Yes you do. Also, your work experience must match one of the accepted occupations, which it does not. If you do not, then you must have a job offer from a Canadian company.
Sir’ I got 5.5 band in general reading 4.5 listening 5 writing 5.5 speaking 6 I have 4 year experience as a staff nurse, can I apply for P.R with my family my husband & my 2 year baby for Saskatchewan
anyone can advice me if i am qualified for Federal Skilled Trade Program. my ielts test result i got .. listening =4.5
Reading = 4.0
Speaking=5
Writing= 5
I NEED YOUR HELP AND ADVICE…thank you so much.
Hello I just have my celpip test done my score is speaking 3h and listening 5h but on the immigration website it says you need at least 4 on both. Now my question it’s I’m applying for the canadian citizenship but I don’t know if I past. The requirement it level 4 or 4 low. Please can somebody advise. Thank you
Hi,
Are there any changes regarding IELTS on work permit. Actually it’s not required for work permit but i just been to above discussion and saw that some officers are asking for it. Please clear me.
Hi! I would like to ask if I still have to take IELTS even if I have a copy of my transcript and diploma with degree in BS Accountancy issued abroad (Philippines)? My friends told me that I still have to take IELTS just to make sure that my application won’t be sent back.. Hope you can help me out, I don’t want to take the risk but at the same time I’d rather save the money that I need to spend on taking IELTS.. thank you so much and GodBless!
If you can prove that the program you took at university was in English, then it’s okay. Otherwise, you would need to show an English test result.
Hi sir,
My name is chiragpatel.i give IELTS exam ,I have 5 band .Will i CIC process?
For FSW, you need at least 6.0. that’s considering you are qualified as far as work experience.
Good day! As of now I’am completing my CIC application and it is indicated on the documents checklist that proof of language is needed on the application. I would like to ask if it is needed to have an IELTS even I’ve already received the Letter of Approval of Manitoba and indicated on that letter that my National Occupational Classification is 121?
Yes.
I graduated Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. Based on the document checklist NOC C and D are required for an IELTS.. On my research NOC 121 will fall under NOC B, still do i need an IELTS? If i will submit my Certificate of medium of instruction from my university, it will be accepted? Thanks..
Good Day Sir, My husband band score is 5.5 and mine is 6 band
m i eligible for canada PR immigration. And my husband is the primary applicant having a total work exp. of 18 yrs.
Pls help us.
Tara
PA would need minimum 6 in all abilities.
Hi,
Would you please tell me what type of IELTS test(general/academic) is required
For LMO to Alberta NOC 6611 category D?
Thanks