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As per the new IRCC backlog update published on 24th January 2024, Canada has been processing a record number of immigration and visa applications. Canada is still receiving new applications and as of 31st December, 2023 total number of applications received was 2,221,100. Canada has been receiving a huge number of applications for new temporary residency applications, including visitor visas, study permits, and work permits.
Immigration Backlog can be defined as any application for citizenship, temporary visa, or immigration that takes longer time than usual processing times. The backlog for temporary residence applications has increased by 7.42% however, the backlog for citizenship applications has decreased by 6%. On the other hand, the backlog for permanent residency applications has increased by 7.42% and that of inventory applications has increased by 6.65%.
Month by Month Comparison of Backlogs for Canadian Immigration
Check the Month by Month Comparison of Backlogs for Canadian Immigration:
| Application Type | Backlog Dec 31 | Backlog Nov 30 | Difference Since Nov 30 | Percentage Change Since Nov 30 |
| Citizenship | 49,800 | 53,000 | -3,200 | -6.04% |
| Permanent Residence | 308,900 | 287,300 | 21,600 | 7.52% |
| Temporary Residence | 590,800 | 550,000 | 40,800 | 7.42% |
| Total | 949,500 | 890,300 | 59,200 | 6.65% |
Month by Month Comparison of Application Process within Service Standards
Check the Month by Month Comparison of Application Process within Service Standards:
| Application Type | Within Service Standards, December 31 | Within Service Standards, November 30 | Percentage Change Since November 30 |
| Citizenship | 212,300 | 216,700 | -2.03% |
| Permanent Residence | 393,100 | 365,700 | 7.49% |
| Temporary Residence | 666,200 | 620,000 | 7.45% |
| Total | 1,271,600 | 1,202,400 | 5.76% |
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IRCC Backlog Projections for 2024
As per the official forecasts released by IRCC for 2024, backlogs are expected to decrease month by month. Official backlog forecasts for IRCC by February 28, 2024, are given below:
- 15–17% backlog in the Federal High Skilled and Provincial Nominee Program
- The backlog projection for the applications of citizenship and spousal sponsorship is also 15–17%
- Backlog projection for study and work permits between 32% and 36%
- The projection is 68% for temporary resident or visiting visas
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