Form CIT0496 Application to Renounce Canadian Citizenship - R7.1 (For Certain Persons Who Acquired Citizenship Under Amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015) - Canada

Form CIT0496 is an application that certain individuals who acquired Canadian citizenship under amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015 can use to renounce their Canadian citizenship. It is for those who want to give up their Canadian citizenship voluntarily.

The person who acquired Canadian citizenship under amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015 files the Form CIT0496 Application to Renounce Canadian Citizenship - R7.1 in Canada.

FAQ

Q: What is Form CIT0496?
A: Form CIT0496 is the application to renounce Canadian citizenship for certain persons who acquired citizenship under amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015.

Q: Who can use Form CIT0496?
A: Form CIT0496 can be used by individuals who acquired Canadian citizenship through amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015 and wish to renounce their citizenship.

Q: What is the purpose of Form CIT0496?
A: The purpose of Form CIT0496 is to apply to renounce Canadian citizenship for individuals who acquired citizenship under amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015.

Q: What is the process to renounce Canadian citizenship using Form CIT0496?
A: The process to renounce Canadian citizenship using Form CIT0496 involves completing the form, including all required documentation, and submitting it to IRCC along with the applicable fee.

Q: Are there any eligibility requirements to use Form CIT0496?
A: Yes, individuals must have acquired Canadian citizenship through amendments to the Citizenship Act in 2009 or 2015 in order to be eligible to use Form CIT0496.

Q: What documentation is required to be submitted with Form CIT0496?
A: The specific documentation required to be submitted with Form CIT0496 can vary, but generally includes proof of Canadian citizenship and a valid travel document.

Q: How long does it take to process the application submitted through Form CIT0496?
A: The processing time for applications submitted through Form CIT0496 can vary, but it is typically several months.