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[Gracy09]

HI @Miss bee Could you help me out with this query?

My PVO and SVO changed to Vancouver and Montreal respectively after medical update. Is this a good sign or does it mean it will take more time for processing. Earlier it was sydney and ottawa.

 

[BALOCH78]

It depends on what exactly is being asked for in the ADR (Additional Document Request) and the specific immigration or visa program you’re applying to

• If the ADR specifically asks for a “proof of settlement funds” — most immigration authorities (like IRCC for Canada) require more than just a one-time balance confirmation. They typically want to see bank statements for the past 6 months to prove the funds are genuinely yours, have been held over time, and are not just temporarily borrowed to pass the requirement.
• If the ADR says “current balance confirmation” — then a letter from the bank stating your balance, account details, and date may suffice. But often, they still prefer it accompanied by a transaction history.
• Balance confirmation letters alone can be seen as insufficient because they don’t show the source or stability of funds — and in some cases, the visa officer may reject it for lack of proof of ownership over time.

In most real cases, the safest approach is:
Provide both the official balance confirmation letter and the last 6 months of bank statements. This removes any doubt and prevents a second request that could delay your application.

Noted with thanks.

 

[godsbabe]

IRCC can police certificates from countries where applicants have studied or worked, and some countries (like the Netherlands) have slow processing times.
Here’s how you can handle it so your application isn’t refused

1. Don’t wait — send an explanation before the deadline
Log in to your IRCC account and upload a Letter of Explanation (LOE) in place of the police certificate before the 30-day deadline.

• In your LOE, clearly state:
  • The date you received IRCC’s Additional Document Request (ADR).
  • The date you applied for the Dutch police certificate.
  • The official processing time provided by the Dutch authorities.
  • That the certificate will be mailed to you, which adds extra time.
  • That you will submit it to IRCC as soon as you receive it.
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• Attach proof that you have already applied for the certificate — this could be:
  • A receipt or payment confirmation.
  • A confirmation email from the Dutch authorities.
  • A screenshot of your application submission.

2. IRCC’s usual approach
IRCC will typically not refuse your application if you can prove you applied for the police certificate within their deadline and it’s outside your control to receive it sooner.

• They may either give you an extension or keep your file open until you submit the missing document

3. After you receive the certificate
Scan it and upload it to IRCC immediately via the webform or in the document upload section (if they reopen it).

• Include your application number and a short message referencing your previous LOE.

4. Why this works
IRCC’s own instructions say that if a police certificate is delayed due to factors outside your control and you provide proof you’ve applied for it, they won’t refuse you for non-compliance — they just need to see that you acted promptly and honestly.

Thank you @ Miss bee

 

[Miss bee]

HI @Miss bee Could you help me out with this query?

My PVO and SVO changed to Vancouver and Montreal respectively after medical update. Is this a good sign or does it mean it will take more time for processing. Earlier it was sydney and ottawa.

When your IRCC file shows PVO (Primary Visa Office) as Vancouver and SVO (Secondary Visa Office) as Montreal—after previously being Sydney and Ottawa—that shift is usually administrative and not necessarily meaningful about whether things will speed up or slow down. They can change visa office due to various reasons like
Workload Distribution: IRCC reallocates files between offices to efficiently manage processing volumes.Administrative Adjustments: Could be due to structural changes, staffing, or system optimizations.No Indicator of Delay: A shift in offices isn’t typically a sign of trouble or delay, just an internal re-routing.
For your case
Not necessarily a bad sign. The change doesn’t imply that your processing will take longer—it’s just a different office handling your case.

• Timing still depends on program and complexity. For example, if you’re under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), timelines still largely depend on your application details, your date of AOR (Acknowledgement of Receipt), medicals, or any background/security checks.
• If your medical is passed and there are no flags, things often proceed normally.

 

[wrsousa]

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

 

[Miss bee]

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

 

[Joe_1]

When was your application received by IRCC?

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

 

[wrsousa]

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

Correct, Thank you.

 

[wrsousa]

When was your application received by IRCC?

Submitted in August 17th 2024.

 

[vinesh3003]

No way to fast-track.

The most recent one I have is November 2024: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...P_4dsJTt-Py0/edit?gid=327230977#gid=327230977

I'm sure there must be sheets for 2025 but I don't have the links.

Thank you for sharing. If this list is accurate, they have only reached till 15 Nov 2024 to issue AOR. February 2025 is surely few months away, not sure if there is a tracker though ..My Emp specific work permit will expire Jul 2026. Is it possible to change employer before the expiry date or apply for BOWP anytime while the file is being processed? I got OINP ISS nomination last year July 2024.