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Canada Humanitarian & Compassionate Processing Time

Verified from Canada IRCC on 2026-04-22

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This is a Canadian immigration category processed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

The current processing time for Humanitarian & Compassionate is 31 months to 56 months. This data was last updated on 2026-04-22 from Canada IRCC.

Processing Times

H&C (Quebec)56 months
H&C (Rest of Canada)31 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Humanitarian & Compassionate take?

Current processing time for Humanitarian & Compassionate is 31 months to 56 months, based on the latest data from Canada IRCC.

When was Humanitarian & Compassionate processing time data last updated?

The data was last updated on 2026-04-22, sourced from Canada IRCC.

What factors affect Humanitarian & Compassionate processing time?

Processing times vary based on application volume, case complexity, security checks, and the completeness of submitted documentation. Times shown are estimates and individual cases may differ.

Source: WaitVisa.com — Canada IRCC, updated 2026-04-22