Canada has introduced stricter checks on English and French language test results used in immigration applications, with new instructions issued on June 23, 2026, aimed at strengthening fraud detection, according to cic news.
Under the updated guidance, immigration officers must now actively verify the authenticity of test results by cross-checking applicant photographs with test records, reviewing internal case notes, and monitoring “Info-Alerts” from testing providers for potential irregularities. These checks are required throughout the entire processing cycle, not just at a single stage.
