IRCC Fee Increases for Permanent Residence and Citizenship in 2026

On March 27, 2026, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced increases to several permanent residence and citizenship fees. These are government fees paid to IRCC with an application.

Permanent Residence Fees (from April 30, 2026)

Applications received on or after April 30, 2026 are subject to the new fees. For principal applicants:

• Right of permanent residence fee: from $575 to $600
• Provincial Nominee Program: from $950 to $990
• Business programs: from $1,810 to $1,895
• Family class: from $545 to $570
• Protected persons: from $635 to $660
• Humanitarian and compassionate grounds or public policy: from $635 to $660
• Permit holders: from $375 to $390

IRCC explains that, under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, permanent residence fees are adjusted every two years to keep pace with inflation and to offset program costs.

Citizenship Fee (from March 31, 2026)

• The right of citizenship fee, paid by adult applicants, rose from $119.75 to $123 for applications received on or after March 31, 2026.
• The adult citizenship processing fee is unchanged at $530.
• Under the Service Fees Act, the right of citizenship fee is adjusted every year for inflation.

Who is Affected?

Anyone submitting a permanent residence application from April 30, 2026, including sponsors of family members and provincial nominees, and adults applying for citizenship from March 31, 2026.

Next Steps for Applicants

1. Check the current amount on IRCC’s official fee list before paying.
2. Make sure the fee you pay matches the date your application will be received.
3. Keep your payment receipt with your application records.

To prepare a complete permanent residence or citizenship application, complete our online assessment or contact our office to book a consultation.

Sources:

• IRCC notice – Permanent residence fees increasing
• IRCC notice – Right of citizenship fee increasing