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    OCI process

    Thats 'under-process', what does it mean in terms of ETA to finally recieve the OCI? I know its hard to predict but whats the usual experience with members on this board
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    OCI process

    Guys what are the various statuses on BLS for OCI? I recieved my original Surrender a couple of weeks ago but the status hasnt changed. What changes can i expect before the OCI reaches me? Application Status Original documents Dispatched via courier Dispatched via Courier
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    OCI process

    Application status says ' Original documents Dispatched via courier Dispatched via Courier ' I have just recieved my Surrender certs. How many days after this for the OCI typically? Mine is a walkin at BLS Brampton and I chose courier delivery of the OCIs for me and family
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    OCI process

    friends I am applying for OCI for me, my wife and kid at BLS center in Brampton. I seem to have a bunch of concerns and am hoping you can help 1. OCI online form - Mission field (what goes here? Toronto or Ottawa? seems obvious but the instructions seem to say it should be Ottawa) 2. Fees...
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    OCI process

    Guys I just submitted my application for Canadian passport and dont want to lose time with getting the OCI. What are my next steps in terms of passport surrender and OCI application while I await my new Canadian passport? I dont want to lose time in waiting for OCI as I am planning a trip to...
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    Canadian Passport - Mail-In Application Timelines

    Thank you! Its strange the website leaves it so ambiguous when they know there is ahuge inflow of new citizens
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    Canadian Passport - Mail-In Application Timelines

    What doecuments do we need to submit for this requirement? any valid Canadian passport or other travel document (refugee travel document or certificate of identity) issued to you We are new citizens so the PR cards are cut. What could be a valid document here?
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    Urgent: Travel after Oath

    Hello guys I have completed my oath ceremony last wee and am still awaiting my Citizenship certificate. My PR card has been cut as is the requirement during the Oath. Yesterday my mother passed away and I will have to travel in an emergency for a week to India. What are my options? Any advice...
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    Canadian Passport - Mail-In Application Timelines

    Guys, I completed my Oath and am waiting for the Certs to arrive. We are a family of 3 with one kid and live in Milton, ON. What is the best way to apply for a passport? Online or Branch? and what is the recommended passport duration? 5yrs or 10yrs? Any advice will be helpful before i proceed...
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Completed my Oath today! At 181 days from paper application sent to Oath completed I must be among the quickest to get there among the Sept applicants who update our tracker here. While I await the Citizenship letter and next steps after that I will be happy to answer any questions...
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    Attending Oath Ceremony as a family

    Hello Everyone I have a possibly frequently asked and answered question ut didnt know where to ask so putting it here. We are a family of 3(including a minor) and have our virtual ceremony later this week. We have all received the email invite as well. How do we attend as a family? Is there...
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    We got our letters today..all 3 of us
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Just got an update that my Oath is scheduled for March 9th!
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Application Type: Paper Location: Milton, ON Physical Presence Days: 1,756 No of Applicants: 3 (2 Adult + 1 Child) Application sent: Sept 06 , 2022 Application delivered: Sep 09, 2022 AOR: Sep 20, 2022 In Progress: Sep 21, 2022 Background complete: Dec 21 2022 Test Invite: Jan 12, 2023 Test...
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    What is the Test Interview date i see in the forum tracker? I completed my test but never got an interview invite. Is it a required step as i seem to be the only one without an interview in your tracker(among those that completed test)
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Like I mentioned I am unable to access my tracker as I see the same 'Loading../Chargement..' message for over 2 weeks now.
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    I dont know which office. The Test email came from a generic source '@ct-tc.apps.cic.gc.ca'
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    "Loading... / Chargement..." issue in tracker

    Guys My spouse and me have finished our Test 2 days back as well but I still see only the 'Loading.../Chargement...' message on Tracker. This has been the case for the past 2 weeks now! I know this is more common when awaiting Oath but in my case this is the case since 2 weeks (just after Test...
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Guys My spouse and me have finished our Test 2 days back as well but I still see only the 'Loading.../Chargement...' message on Tracker. This has been the case for the past 2 weeks now! I know this is more common when awaiting Oath but in my case this is the case since 2 weeks (just after Test...
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    September 2022 - Citizenship Applicants

    Thank you! Yes its been a stressful few days with this thing not working and me having to prepare for the exam among the other challenges life throws at you! Im not sure if this has happened to anyone before a test but then i'll hope it will change soon!