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A recent report from the Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) revealed a backlog of 802,600 applications out of a total 2,274,600 as of July 31. However, compared to the previous update in May, the backlog has actually decreased. The backlog includes applications for citizenship, permanent residence, and temporary residence visas.
The Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has officially announced that it will begin accepting a maximum of 15,000 complete applications for the Parents and Grandparents Sponsorship program in October 2023. Eligible applicants from Nigeria who have obtained Canadian citizenship can then apply for this visa on behalf of their parents or grandparents, enabling them |
To be eligible, sponsors must be at least 18 years old, a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or registered as an Indian under the Canadian Indian Act, and have enough financial resources to support the family. An alternative option is the Super Visa, which allows extended visits for families.
Australia has been slammed as a 'heartless nation' as migrants lash out at the lengthy wait times for their parents to be granted a visa.