December 18, 2025

Canadian Citizenship Approved for First-Generation Born Abroad Applicant

Our client approached us seeking a Canadian Citizenship Certificate. Although the client’s parent was a Canadian citizen by birth, the family later relocated, and the client was born outside Canada.

Following a thorough review, we determined that the client qualified for citizenship under subsection 3(1)(g) of the Citizenship Act, which recognizes first-generation citizenship by descent for individuals born abroad who were not previously recognized as citizens prior to April 17, 2009.

We prepared and submitted the application and received a swift, favorable decision. The client was granted Canadian citizenship and is now a proud dual citizen of Canada and the United States.

We congratulate our client on this successful outcome and are pleased to have helped secure their Canadian status.