The processing time for permanent residence applications through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP) has decreased significantly. As of June 8, 2026, the expected wait time for a decision on a newly-submitted AIP application is 26 months, down from 38 months in May 12, 2026.

This month’s AIP processing time is the lowest the immigration department has published since fall 2025, when wait times nearly tripled in one month, rising from 13 months in September to 37 months in October—a 184.6% month-over-month increase.