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Can a non-citizen join the Canadian army?

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Currently, only citizens of Canada can join the Canadian armed forces. However, if you apply for and successfully obtain citizenship, you can apply to join the army right away with no waiting period.

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Is it easy to join the Canadian army?

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It is not particularly difficult as long as you meet the basic requirements. However, it can take a while to complete the process, since there’s a lot of paperwork and red tape involved.

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Is 35 too old to join the Canadian army?

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No—in fact, the upper age limit for joining the Canadian Armed Forces is 57 years!

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How can I start the application process?

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You can start the application process by requesting naturalization. Only do that five years after moving to Canada.

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Is it possible for a Sikh living in India to join the armed forces in Canada?

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Yes, it is but only after becoming a Canadian citizen. You will also need fluency in both English and French and you need to know history of Canada and present day Canada.

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I want to join Canada forces and currently I am living in Kenya. How can I join?

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You will have to go to a Canadian Embassy and obtain a visa and a permanent resident card to legally work and live in Canada. After moving to Canada, you can enlist in the Canadian army if you meet the requirements. You will have to complete at least up to Grade 10 (but a high school diploma or college degree is recommended for promotion to higher rank) be in good physical shape to pass the fitness tests, and have a clean criminal record and having no disqualifying medical conditions.

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I am an immigrant. If my mother has a criminal record (shop theft) in my home country, can I apply? If you search her record, will she be disclosed that this is the reason to reject my application?

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No, your parent’s criminal record will not hurt your chances of joining. If you have a clean record, you can join.

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Can I become a computer engineer if I join the Canadian army?

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Yes, when you enlist, you can ask your recruiter to reserve a spot in computer engineering school for you.

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What is the age limit for a woman to join in the Canadian army?

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The maximum age limit for anyone to join the Canadian Military is 57 years old.

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I am 35 year old woman. Can I join CAF?

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Yes, you can join the Canadian Air Force if you meet all the requirements. The maximum age is 57 years old.

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How can I become a citizen of Canada?

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You will first have to go a Canadian embassy in your country and complete paperwork to obtain a work or study permit and a permanent resident card. Once approved you will have to line up a job or enrollment in education and move to the city of your choice. After moving you will have to stay in Canada for a minimum of 5 years. Following five years, you will have to take the Canadian citizenship oath to become an official Canadian citizen.

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