February 2026-Outland spousal sponsorship

[jacob1234]

Has anyone applied for a visitor visa for their spouse after receiving AOR?

 

[CitizenSoon]

No.
Two of my friends applied and got rejected in 2025.

 

[r0a0m0k]

Has anyone applied for a visitor visa for their spouse after receiving AOR?

No.
But I submitted my wife's OWP application on March 31st once we got the AOR. I am hoping it will be processed faster than the 240 days currently listed on the IRCC website.

 

[falgun]

Has anyone applied for a visitor visa for their spouse after receiving AOR?

Yes, we did. Got refused for not indicating her employment even though her offer letter and leave of absence was uploaded.

 

[jacob1234]

No.
Two of my friends applied and got rejected in 2025.

Okay. Did your friends apply after getting AOR as well or before AOR?

 

[jacob1234]

Yes, we did. Got refused for not indicating her employment even though her offer letter and leave of absence was uploaded.

Oh, did you submit a web form or call to ask if they could reopen the file? If you already provided the offer letter and leave of absence, I don’t understand why it was still refused.

From what I’ve seen, it still seems hit or miss. I thought officers were being instructed to be more lenient with spouse TRVs after an AOR is issued. I’m still debating whether I should apply or not.

 

[falgun]

Oh, did you submit a web form or call to ask if they could reopen the file? If you already provided the offer letter and leave of absence, I don’t understand why it was still refused.

From what I’ve seen, it still seems hit or miss. I thought officers were being instructed to be more lenient with spouse TRVs after an AOR is issued. I’m still debating whether I should apply or not.

We have raised the webform and have involved the local MP as well. Fingers crossed, though not so hopefull

 

[Kaychee]

Did u get an update?!

Not yet

 

[jacob1234]

Not yet

Just a suggestion, Call this number 1-888-242-2100 (inside canada) and press 2 if you don't have UCI number of PA and then follow prompts. Once connected to agent, then ask the agent if your spouse file is uploaded onto to GCMS system. If yes, please ask for application number. If the application number starts with XF, then your file hasn't passed completeness check. If it starts with F, then it is permanent file number and documents are uploaded onto GCMS and just waiting for AOR to be issued. These observation are based on my personal experience and observation. I know it is quite difficult to wait when others are getting update. By calling, you will at least know what is happening with your spouse PR application.

 

[Kaychee]

Just a suggestion, Call this number 1-888-242-2100 (inside canada) and press 2 if you don't have UCI number of PA and then follow prompts. Once connected to agent, then ask the agent if your spouse file is uploaded onto to GCMS system. If yes, please ask for application number. If the application number starts with XF, then your file hasn't passed completeness check. If it starts with F, then it is permanent file number and documents are uploaded onto GCMS and just waiting for AOR to be issued. These observation are based on my personal experience and observation. I know it is quite difficult to wait when others are getting update. By calling, you will at least know what is happening with your spouse PR application.

Thank you! That's a very helpful suggestion. I'll try it and let you know

 

[CitizenSoon]

Okay. Did your friends apply after getting AOR as well or before AOR?

After getting AOR

 

[CitizenSoon]

We have raised the webform and have involved the local MP as well. Fingers crossed, though not so hopefull

I hope your spouse's visa gets approved.

 

[falgun]

I hope your spouse's visa gets approved.

Thank you!

 

[radarakhil]

Did anyone receive any update after uploading the medical & biometric for Feb 2026 application, it shows completed and background and eligibility verification in progress showing in the group key? Please advise, as visa is getting rejected as per the forum.

 

[falgun]

Did anyone receive any update after uploading the medical & biometric for Feb 2026 application, it shows completed and background and eligibility verification in progress showing in the group key? Please advise, as visa is getting rejected as per the forum.

Jan 2026 applicant here. No update after BIL and medical updated on tracker but this is within the expected timeline.
What do you mean by below:

as visa is getting rejected as per the forum

Do you mean spousal TRV or the main sponsorship application itself?