Citizenship Physical Presence
You need at least 1,095 days in Canada in the 5 years before you sign your citizenship application. Days before you became a PR can count as half days, up to 365.
Your dates
Trips outside Canada
No trips added. Add every trip outside Canada, including day trips to the US.
The day you leave and the day you return both count as days in Canada, so only full days away are subtracted.
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need in Canada to apply for citizenship?
At least 1,095 days (3 years) of physical presence in the 5 years before the date you sign your application, including at least 730 days as a permanent resident.
Does time in Canada before I became a PR count?
Yes. Each day as a temporary resident (visitor, student, worker) or protected person in your 5-year period counts as half a day, up to a maximum of 365 days.
Do the days I leave and return count as days in Canada?
Yes. The day you leave and the day you come back both count as days in Canada, so only full days spent outside Canada are subtracted.
What time doesn't count toward physical presence?
Time in prison, on parole or probation, or waiting for a decision on a refugee claim isn't counted.