The Canadian government has quietly shelved a proposed plan to allow new citizens to take their oath of citizenship via a self-administered digital process, which was intended to reduce processing times and costs. The plan, announced in February 2023, faced strong opposition from prominent leaders and critics who argued that it devalued the significance of Canadian citizenship, which grants important rights and responsibilities. The government confirmed that the self-administration of the oath is not currently being pursued. Meanwhile, Canada has seen extended processing times for immigration applications, with some exceeding 10 years. Virtual citizenship ceremonies, introduced during the pandemic, continue to be used alongside in-person ceremonies, with the government emphasizing a commitment to inclusive and meaningful celebrations. Additionally, the government is updating its citizenship guide to be more accurate and inclusive, engaging diverse communities in the process. In Portugal, Parliament has voted to extend the timeline for acquiring citizenship from the current period to between 7 and 10 years, reflecting ongoing reforms in nationality laws that lack consensus but aim to modernize the process.