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[haral]

Thanks Moataz and Mitali... will update you guys on Monday... good luck...


quote author=mitali link=topic=38471.msg378189#msg378189 date=1281130646]
Thanks Moataz for your input.... Haral you should be OK.

Mitali
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[hotheart007]

how to work VO

All about BF'D :-Only for some of us who didn't know...

BF'D is an acronym for "Bring Forward Date" in the Canadian PR processing system. Usually our file moves from BF'D to BF'D, as it is the day/date next earmarked by our VO to check our file. This actually serves to eliminate unnecessary clogging of the system... that if there is nothing further to add in a particular file, the VO moves to another case file to work on, rather than holding onto the same one.

What happens on a BF'D
In simple terms it is the date that the file will be looked at [again], assessed, reviewed by your case handling officer at the CHC. S/he will check if anything is lacking, any further queries to be made [to you], any documents to be asked or if any decisive action is to be made/taken. Basically it serves as a 'Reminder Tool' to the case processing officer & that your file is not 'forgotten'.

Now, if the VO observes that something is lacking [that which was asked for], s/he will probably attempt to contact you on this BF'D day and mark another BF'D on your file. This depends on the subject of check [the all time phrase 'Case-to-Case' basis]. Sometimes, if the check report warrants, the VO might not give you another opportunity and take a decisive action. Note: The situation is fluid & no one can really provide a sanguine comment on it.

Will the file be 'only' looked at a BF'D
No. If something like reports, results, documents etc. [eg. background/security checks] comes to the CHC in between, your file gets opened and assessed. However, if nothing is received in between, you get another BF'D. Note once again: If they are waiting for something and it comes as expected then the file continues to be processed further, if not then the file will be next reviewed on the BFD 'only'.

An Example
Every time we get a letter/email from the CHC -it carries a 'time limit' to submit something, right? Say 45 days, 60 days or 90 days... the ending day of that time limit is our next BF'D. As an example, if the CHC sent you a medical request [alongwith the forms] on 02 Jan 2010; and it carries a 60 day's deadline -it means your file has been marked with the next BF'D of 01 Mar 2010.

However, if your medical results are received before the BF'D [01 Mar 2010], say on 05 Feb 2010 -your file will be further processed on that day itself [05 Feb 2010]. If the med results didn't come by earlier, then it will be opened on 01 Mar 2010 -the BF'D day.

How many BF'Ds we get
Some BF'Ds are 'routine', as exampled above. Then there are some which is either case generated or because of us. By 'case generated' I mean, [eg.] if one's Security Report is pending from an external agency -the VO gives a BF'D & waits. If the report comes in time, action is taken. If it doesn't, one gets another BF'D. And the situation continues...

By 'because of us'* I mean if the VO had asked us for a document [or a couple of them]. It is wise that we proceed to submit the document/s asap. Reason? The case moves faster [read: it'll open before the BF'D]. If we don't, s/he may try to contact us on the BF'D day & log another BF'D on our file [result: Delay/s].

Delays due to BF'Ds
As stated above, except the 'routine' ones, other BF'Ds do delay our process. At the least [best scenario] each BF'D would be a month apart. Some might be more. The ideal action on our part is to submit anything that has been asked for asap. That would negate a BF'D. However, there can be times that something we just might not be able to send asap. In that case we 'must' send it by the 'deadline' -that'd avoid another BF'D, won't it?

*Many Consultants [so called agents] erroneously advise us otherwise. Stating, "Oh you got the meds, don't worry you have time till 60 days to do it". That's a 'bull'. I'd advise -do it asap, if the speed of your case process matters to you.

This post I chose to write 'coz many members are either clueless about the BF'D issue or take it lightly. Which, albeit causes delays [without our actual intention]. Moreover, there are repeated queries on the subject in various threads. I hope this helped...

[new4ca]

my app was filed with CIO on 16th April and still nothing is recieved from them.... planning to call their call center today..............its quite frustrating to be the only 16th april applicant without an AOR as yet.  

please check you spam folder at your given email id in application form sent to CIC, NS. sometimes the cic email goes to spam folder.

[new4ca]

STS CANADA............Did u pay landing fees in indian ruopeed?draft made on which name?can i add fsw-centalised intake -office  @  cic.gc.ca in my yahoo messenger list so that e mail will not go to spam or junk folder?is it true e mail address of CIO?

I think fsw-centralized-intake-office @ ...

[CAYA]

Dear saki thx 4 helping
1- is the work contract importante cause we cant get it
2-if we didnt succed in ielt can we send the other documents and then send the ielts 
thx very much

[mitali]

Dear saki thx 4 helping
1- is the work contract importante cause we cant get it
2-if we didnt succed in ielt can we send the other documents and then send the ielts  
thx very much

Hi Caya,

1) Work contract is not a necessary document but people send it as supporting documents for their application. Check your VO for more details, some demand Notarised contracts.
2) IELTS has to be send together in the same package to VO.

It is your decision if you wish to re take IELTS and then send your score. If your IELTS score reaches the VO before he has begun assessment on your application then it may be considered, though there is no guarantee. It will be a risky option.

Mitali

[CAYA]

Hi Caya,

1) Work contract is not a necessary document but people send it as supporting documents for their application.
2) IELTS has to be send together in the same package to VO.

It is your decision if you wish to re take IELTS and then send your score. If your IELTS score reaches the VO before he has begun assessment on your application then it may be considered, though there is no guarantee. It will be a risky option.

Mitali

Thx mitali
do you know how much time they take to open my file 4 assessment after 120 days,and if they open my file and they found in the cover letter that i didnt send the ielts because all the dates was taken and i will send it as soon as possible ,they will give me time range or they will say sorry and good bye

[mitali]

Thx mitali
do you know how much time they take to open my file 4 assessment after 120 days,and if they open my file and they found in the cover letter that i didnt send the ielts because all the dates was taken and i will send it as soon as possible ,they will give me time range or they will say sorry and good bye

Hi Caya,

If the VO does not find IELTS in your package then your application will be rejected.

You will not be given a second chance after 120 days.

Mitali

[nevilraval]

Saki,Mitali and friends,

I stay in Abu Dhabi and i have a question.I have a current a/c here in Abu Dhabi but a/c in India has been expired so can i show my POF in Abu Dhabi bank.My VO is in New Delhi so if VO-New Delhi wants to verify the fund then it should not happen that they call abu dhabi bank and bank replies them negatively for the security reasons.What do u say i should open up the a/c in India and transfer the fund in India or Abu dhabi bank will be ok?!!

Nevil

[saki]

Saki,Mitali and friends,

I stay in Abu Dhabi and i have a question.I have a current a/c here in Abu Dhabi but a/c in India has been expired so can i show my POF in Abu Dhabi bank.My VO is in New Delhi so if VO-New Delhi wants to verify the fund then it should not happen that they call abu dhabi bank and bank replies them negatively for the security reasons.What do u say i should open up the a/c in India and transfer the fund in India or Abu dhabi bank will be ok?!!

Nevil

Hi Nevil,

You dont have to open a new account in India youre Aby Dhabi account is fine to show, Normally visa officers dont ring bank and check unless they really have some serious doubts and if you show 3 months statement then there will be no reason to doubt about your funds but if you show only current balance statement and they have some doubts they will then ask you for 3 months statement so in any case you are fine. And it does not matter which bank account you are showing as long as the account is on your name its acceptable.

Cheers
Saki

[roseapple08]

Dear Mitali,
I appreciate you always provide useful information for new applicants.
Does my spouse need PCC? We lived in US for a year. Does he need PCC from FBI? It is not shown in checklist.
Thank you so much!
regards,
Rose

[cool_wonderful]

 @ Mitali,

I have two quetsions:

1) My application file date is 30_Apr-2010.Still I have not received my file no.Is there any problem in this.

2)I will not be able to provide experience letter of current company,as I am still working in it.Will they consider if I can provide a bonafide certifictae or appointment letters/salary slips.

Thanks....

[saki]

Dear Mitali,
I appreciate you always provide useful information for new applicants.
Does my spouse need PCC? We lived in US for a year. Does he need PCC from FBI? It is not shown in checklist.
Thank you so much!
regards,
Rose

Hi,

Yes your spouse also need a police clearance certificate for all countried where he stayed for 6 months or more since turning the age of 18.

Cheers
Saki

[cool_wonderful]

Saki ,
Could u answer my queries above ?

[saki]

 @  Mitali,

I have two quetsions:

1) My application file date is 30_Apr-2010.Still I have not received my file no.Is there any problem in this.
    Did your CC or Draft has been encashed ? If yes then wait for another week as CIC said they are still looking at April end applications.

2)I will not be able to provide experience letter of current company,as I am still working in it.Will they consider if I can provide a bonafide certifictae or appointment letters/salary slips.
Well if you cant provide because you dont want to disclose your plans to your employer then you will have to write a cover letter to visa office stating why you didnt provide the experience letter and send other documents which you have to prove that you are employed by the company like salary slips, appointment letter etc.

Thanks....

Cheers
Saki