AINP Application package(H1B Stream) sent after 01-01-2009 under the NEW process

[yofeihong]

I haven't receive a file # too. They may issue it in may 09.
Has anyone called them ?

yofeihong

[shvr007]

Manny,
Since you are one of the first ones to have gotten the file # under the new process (even though you applied earlier and then your application was processed under the new process),
1) what are some of the next steps you are taking in order to be prepared for the next subseqent phases e.g. PCCs
2) Since you application is a pre-Feb 19 2009, what would the PCC rules be in this case ? Is the PCC Requirement - to obtain a PCC from every stay (where one has lived for more than 6 months) only for post Feb 19, 2009 folks or for everyone who started in 2009 ?

All:
In Essence, while we all eagerly wait for our file #, I think instead of letting the frustration get us, lets proactively starting preparing for the next steps

Thanks to all in advance for any information you can share.

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I got my file number from AINP. I think mine is one of the first in these forums to get file number under new process. Timeline:
Submitted forms to AINP: Dec 30
Received file number by email ..7XX: Mar 25

I didn't bother AINP with any queries and waited for their response. I think AINP is making an awesome effort to reply either way to all folks. My request to all is to be patient - let's not allow our over eagerness mess up their process.

Best O' luck! 

[divagirl]

Manny,
Since you are one of the first ones to have gotten the file # under the new process (even though you applied earlier and then your application was processed under the new process),
1) what are some of the next steps you are taking in order to be prepared for the next subseqent phases e.g. PCCs
2) Since you application is a pre-Feb 19 2009, what would the PCC rules be in this case ? Is the PCC Requirement - to obtain a PCC from every stay (where one has lived for more than 6 months) only for post Feb 19, 2009 folks or for everyone who started in 2009 ?

All:
In Essence, while we all eagerly wait for our file #, I think instead of letting the frustration get us, lets proactively starting preparing for the next steps

Thanks to all in advance for any information you can share.

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Start preparing by collecting the finger print cards from all the states where you have lived, where to get fingerprint taken etc. If you have lived in a country outside USA find out how much time it takes to get the PCC and what is the process. PCCs are valid only for 3 months, so there is no point applying before you get a file number, as it takes atleast 2 months or more to get nomination letter.

State PCC requirement has a cut off date for teh CIC process and not the nomination process, remember the 2 steps. Manny has applied under the new process at AB and is yet to get a nomination letter, last we know. He still has to submit the state PCCs, as this process is new for CIC and he has not yet applied to CIC.

[Ell.Bee]

http://www.albertacanada.com/immigration/immigrate/srsvisaholder.html


If the Candidate is approved as a Provincial Nominee and they find employment in their field in Alberta, the AINP may be able to issue a letter of support that would help the Candidate start working in Alberta right away, prior to their application for permanent residence with CIC being finalised.

[shvr007]

Thanks Divagirl. Anything other than PCC ?

[Manny]

I think it may take about 1.5 to 2 months to get nomination after you get a file number.  I intend to wait another month and then start working on police clearances. I've been all thru in CA, and I can do LiveScan for State clearance and this is pretty quick.  I have p/port from India consulate in US and thus can get India PCC here. So I guess all this will take me under a month.

Manny,
Since you are one of the first ones to have gotten the file # under the new process (even though you applied earlier and then your application was processed under the new process),
1) what are some of the next steps you are taking in order to be prepared for the next subseqent phases e.g. PCCs
2) Since you application is a pre-Feb 19 2009, what would the PCC rules be in this case ? Is the PCC Requirement - to obtain a PCC from every stay (where one has lived for more than 6 months) only for post Feb 19, 2009 folks or for everyone who started in 2009 ?

All:
In Essence, while we all eagerly wait for our file #, I think instead of letting the frustration get us, lets proactively starting preparing for the next steps

Thanks to all in advance for any information you can share.

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[shekar]

Hi,

Any body got the file # who has submitted AINP application on or after 02-17-2009?

Thanks
Shekar

[freeradical17]

Hi,

Any body got the file # who has submitted AINP application on or after 02-17-2009?

Thanks
Shekar

I applied on 02-19-2009. waiting for file #.

[divagirl]

Hi,

Any body got the file # who has submitted AINP application on or after 02-17-2009?

Thanks
Shekar

People who applied this year from Jan 2009 are still waiting for file number!

[email2kale]

Hi,

Any body got the file # who has submitted AINP application on or after 02-17-2009?

Thanks
Shekar

People who applied this year from Jan 2009 are still waiting for file number!

divagirl: Did anyone call and ask AINP? I guess yours too is more then 2 months now.

[maruti81]

divagirl: Did anyone call and ask AINP? I guess yours too is more then 2 months now.

I contacted AINP last week with the below question:

I hear some of the people who applied in January under new process still have not received any file numbers (after two months passed by). I am wondering if the processing times for issuing file numbers and PNP certification are increased. This information can help me to see if I need my H1B visa extended in USA after this September.

This is the reply I received:
The current processing time by the AINP office is 6 months. After two months of submitting your application, you should expect to receive a file number. It takes the AINP office 3-4 months from the time you receive a file number, to make a decision on your case.

If it crossed more than the normal processing times (2 months) as it is mentioned on their website, I think it is reasonable to contact them and see what's going on (but please do not flood them).

Looking forward to see any updates on this from any of you. Thanks.

[divagirl]

Hi,

Any body got the file # who has submitted AINP application on or after 02-17-2009?

Thanks
Shekar

People who applied this year from Jan 2009 are still waiting for file number!

divagirl: Did anyone call and ask AINP? I guess yours too is more then 2 months now.

I have not yet called AINP and am still waiting. Hoping every thursday or friday we would get the file number... maybe it's time to ask. Will wait till this weekend however and see what happens.

[divagirl]

I think it's time for me to call them...

divagirl: Did anyone call and ask AINP? I guess yours too is more then 2 months now.

I contacted AINP last week with the below question:

I hear some of the people who applied in January under new process still have not received any file numbers (after two months passed by). I am wondering if the processing times for issuing file numbers and PNP certification are increased. This information can help me to see if I need my H1B visa extended in USA after this September.

This is the reply I received:
The current processing time by the AINP office is 6 months. After two months of submitting your application, you should expect to receive a file number. It takes the AINP office 3-4 months from the time you receive a file number, to make a decision on your case.

If it crossed more than the normal processing times (2 months) as it is mentioned on their website, I think it is reasonable to contact them and see what's going on (but please do not flood them).

Looking forward to see any updates on this from any of you. Thanks.

[punk316]

I also sent mine end of Jan 09, but have yet to hear back from email. I even check my junk mail everyday to make sure that I don't miss it. I'm planning to wait till mid-April and then calling them. If you guys call them, please make sure you post what they have to say.
Thanks.

[divagirl]

What is the number that I should call to talk to AINP?