What do I do if I get a “403 Error” message when I sign in to the online test?
If you get this error message, try
- turning off your virtual private network (VPN)
- disabling your browser extensions
- using a different device
- using a different Internet connection (for example, use a different Wi-Fi network), or
- waiting a few hours or until the next day to take the test, if you can
If you still have issues signing in, contact IRCC.CitOnlineTest-TestenligneCit.IRCC@cic.gc.ca. In your email, include
- a detailed explanation of the issue
- your application number
- your unique client identifier (UCI)
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