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    Confused about the eTA

    Hello, My fiance (filipina) and I just heard that Filipinos can now apply for an eTA to visit Canada for up to 6 months, visa free. We excitedly checked the requirements and they make no sense to me. I require help in understanding the eTA. Specifically this requirement: you’ve held a...
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    Can a foreign temporary worker on a closed work permit seek a new employer?

    My partner is a foreign temporary worker. She has a closed work permit, but lately, a new boss has emerged and is giving her a terrible time. Is it possible for her to seek another employer willing to give her a closed work permit, so she can leave her current job? By that I mean, continue...
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    Confusion on how long I can stay in Canada with my BOWP

    My original open work permit expires on April 15. I submitted my PR application on Jan 1. I submitted my BOWP application in early March. I was granted the BOWP and I was given a pdf which says I can stay until July 5, or until I get a final decision on my PR application, whichever comes first...
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    BOWP application question

    Hey all I'm having some trouble filling out the BWOP application form, specifically section 3. The form is called "Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker (IMM5710) (required)" Section 3 "I am applying for one or more of the following" doesn't make...
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    BWOP application section 3 confusion

    Hey all I'm having some trouble filling out the BWOP application form, specifically section 3. The form is called "Application to Change Conditions, Extend my Stay or Remain in Canada as a Worker (IMM5710) (required)" Section 3 "I am applying for one or more of the following" doesn't make...
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    How do I apply for a BOWP?

    I can't seem to find the option on the cic website for applying for a BOWP. I can only seem to apply for a traditional Work Permit, which requires LMIA assessment. I have submitted my PR application in January and my open work permit expires in April. I have my acknowledgement of receipt letter...
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    Submitted my PR application with the wrong NOC, advice required

    This is my situation below. Please read and help. Looking for advice: Jan 1 - Sent my PR application Feb 1 - Asked me for biometrics, of which I then provided Feb 7 - Realized I used the wrong NOC code Feb 7 - Immediately sent an IRCC web form to explain the situation. I included the correct...
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    Submitted my PR application with the wrong NOC, advice required

    This is my situation below. Please read and help. Looking for advice: Jan 1 - Sent my PR application Feb 1 - Asked me for biometrics, of which I then provided Feb 7 - Realized I used the wrong NOC code Feb 7 - Immediately sent an IRCC web form to explain the situation. I included the correct...
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    Can I use the same employment documents when I withdraw and reapply for PR?

    Made a NOC code mistake and will likely withdraw, and reapply for PR. I already have the "previous employment docs" provided for my original PR application. The dates on these docs are december, Is it possible to reuse the same docs? If not, can I change the date to a more recent one, or is that...
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    Concerns on withdrawing and re-submitting a PR application (CEC)

    Hi everyone and sorry for spamming posts, I'm currently freaking out and I have some questions regarding withdrawing an application. I promise this is the last post on this. Context: I messed up my NOC code and submitted my PR application (CEC) on new years day. Realised my mistake last night...
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    Can you use the same medical exam if you withdraw and re-submit a PR application?

    I made a very stupid mistake, by using the wrong noc code. I sent an IRCC WebForm explaining, apologising and asking if they will update my submitted application with the new noc code. I think I'll just withdraw and start over. My question is: Can I use the same medical exam I sent in my...
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    Can I update my NOC for a submitted PR application with the IRCC WebForm?

    Hi all, I submitted my PR application on new years day. Biometrics were submitted on Feb 1, as soon as the request came through. Today I realised I made a mistake on my NOC code. I filled out the IRCC WebForm detailing my error, apologising and providing the correct NOC code. I also...
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    I may have messed up my NOC on my CEC pr application

    My application was sent out on new years day. I gave them my biometrics as instructed on Feb 1. It's ongoing, I haven't had a decision yet. I've been going through this site and I believe I may have messed up my NOC code. I am a QA Tester (video games and software testing experience, currently...
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    Are signed or certified PDF files accepted for letters of employment?

    One of my former companies insists on sending me the letter of employment signed/certified. I can't remove the security. Is this acceptable to immigration? If not, I can copy the contents into a new pdf file I create, with no security.
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    British company refuses to give me a letter of employment, what can I do?

    My other previous and current employers were happy to provide me with letters of employment. There's one company which refuses to do so, on the grounds of "company policy". Is there anything I can do? This is the last document I need to go ahead with my invitation to apply for PR, I've come so...
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    I'm on a working holiday visa. Do I still get EE points from a job offer without an LMIA?

    My boss is giving me a work permit when my working holiday visa expires in April. That work permit will have LMIA which will give me points in my EE application. Should I just wait until April, then create my EE application? or should I ask my boss to give me the work permit now, despite having...
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    IELTS is complete and WES evaluation report sent directly to IRCC, do I make my Express Entry profile now or are there other steps to consider first?

    Just wondering what I should do next. IELTS is complete, WES foreign education evaluation report is complete. What's next? Start the Express Entry profile? I'm going for CEC.
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    Transcripts for WES

    I sent an email to my university requesting transcripts (graduated in 2012) and the automated response was: Due to current restrictions we are unable to provide any printed or stamped documents at this time I'll still get a reply with 5 days, but I take that sentence as they will not be able to...
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    If I delete an unsubmitted Express Entry profile, can I restart it when I'm ready?

    I accidentally started the 60 day timer to submit an Express Entry profile on my GCKey account and also didn't realise I needed IELTS scores before I could do anything else. Is it okay to delete my unsubmitted Express Entry profile and start over when I am ready with IELTS scores? Not sure if...
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    Proof of Funds in a PR Application

    I'm applying for PR this year. I have been in Vancouver since April 17 2019, and working since June 23 2019. I am a British citizen here on a 2 year Working Holiday Visa. Ends in April 2021. I have 5+ years of experience in my role in total. My role is skilled, falls under the B category of...