Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) – Kitchener, ON

IRCC Kitchener Office

Citizenship and Immigration Services

The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) office in Kitchener, located at 29 Duke Street East, serves as a primary federal processing centre for immigration and citizenship matters in the Waterloo Region. This facility functions as a Citizenship Court and administrative hub, conducting citizenship tests, hearings, and oaths for permanent residents seeking Canadian citizenship. Additionally, it handles scheduled interviews for permanent residence applications and refugee claimants.

Service Access and Policies

• By Appointment Only: This office is not open to the general public for walk-in inquiries. Access is strictly limited to individuals who have received a ‘Notice to Appear’ for an interview, test, or hearing.
• Citizenship Ceremonies: Hosts official ceremonies where candidates take the Oath of Citizenship and receive their certificates.
• Interviews: Conducts verification interviews for various immigration streams to assess eligibility and validate documentation.

Important Visitor Information

Visitors must present the appointment letter and valid government-issued identification upon arrival. Electronic devices may be restricted, and security screening is mandatory. For general inquiries or application status updates, clients should use the online IRCC web form or contact the national call centre, as local staff do not provide case updates at the counter.