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Feel free to read my long comment on page 46 or bajanannie's comment on page 47. Remember to be honest with them and with the reason why you were deported. Highlight what has changed and why you need to reenter. Don't just assume because you are married they have to give it to you, because they...

Yes, I guess. After I had an interview I was told that they beleived my marriage was genuine but before they could approve my visa I had to apply for the ARC. I did not need to fill out a form. They told me to pay the fees and write a letter explaining why I should be permitted to re-enter Canada.

Months I mean

Mine was five montha5, but every region is different. I'm in Africa.

Have either of you had past history with immigration?

Toronto

Not yet.

DHL to VFS

Yeah it was probably more like 2 weeks. I'd be sure if I knew the exact day it got to the AVO.

Got my passport back yesterday. Took three and a half weeks (includes shipment time to and from Liberia). Indeed patience is the key RoamingSpirit.

Thank you so much!

Yes ECAS says approved. Also has all the visa info..... reading that was pretty exciting!

It should be there soon. Mine hasn't arrived but it's on its way back to Liberia now. The received it on June 1st.

Big Congrats to you dear! Tell your hubby I know that shaking feeling.

Nope still in the waiting game. Had to send it through VFS. I was not given an option. Actually my letter said this about it: "As of May 1, 2018, all original documents, including passports, must be submitted via the VAC. Please see: http://www.vfsglobal.ca/canada/ and follow the instructions...