Complete the application form and attach the necessary documents.
If your documents are not in English or French, you can provide a photocopy of the originals, a translation of them and an affidavit from the person who did the translation. Translations by family members are not acceptable.
To apply as an adult, you will need to include the following with your application:
proof of permanent residence
A Record of Landing (IMM 1000)—a document that is sometimes folded and stapled into your passport—if you became a permanent resident before June 28, 2002; or your Confirmation of Permanent Residence (IMM 5292 or 5509)—if you became a permanent resident on or after June 28, 2002
A permanent resident card, a copy of both sides, if you became a permanent resident after June 28, 2002, or if you obtained a permanent resident card as an existing permanent resident
two pieces of identification (for example, a passport, a driver’s licence, or a provincial/territorial health card), at least one of which contains your photo
two signed citizenship photos, done according to the instructions in the guide and
the receipt of payment showing that you have paid the $200 fee (which includes a $100 right of citizenship fee and a $100 processing fee).