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raj_modi13

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Nov 10, 2017
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i know how hard it is to wait im in same boat, but to be honest there is nothing you or me can do:rolleyes:
Well, that's true.

However, my Work Permit is getting expired on 1st October 2018. Should I proceed and apply for extension or should I wait for one more week for the golden email?
 

joaojr123

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Apr 27, 2017
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Well, that's true.

However, my Work Permit is getting expired on 1st October 2018. Should I proceed and apply for extension or should I wait for one more week for the golden email?
You might want to apply for a BOWP in advance.

If you get PPR in the next couple weeks, you can request a witdrawal and fee refund. If CIC hasn't started the BOWP processing, they'll refund you. I have a friend who was in a similar situation, but the case was PGWP (her spouse applied as PA under CEC), and she was fortunate to get the refund. At least you'll be playing safe.
 
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raj_modi13

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Nov 10, 2017
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You might want to apply for a BOWP in advance.

If you get PPR in the next couple weeks, you can request a witdrawal and fee refund. If CIC hasn't started the BOWP processing, they'll refund you. I have a friend who was in a similar situation, but the case was PGWP (her spouse applied as PA under CEC), and she was fortunate to get the refund. At least you'll be playing safe.
Thanks! However, there is a slight complexity to add - I cannot apply for BOWP since I am on a closed Work Permit and my employer has to apply to extend it.

Status:
BGC: We are processing your background check. We will...
RPFR Fees paid at submission.

What are my chances to get it in next 1 week (i.e., completion of 11 weeks after AOR)?
 

joaojr123

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Thanks! However, there is a slight complexity to add - I cannot apply for BOWP since I am on a closed Work Permit and my employer has to apply to extend it.

Status:
BGC: We are processing your background check. We will...
RPFR Fees paid at submission.

What are my chances to get it in next 1 week (i.e., completion of 11 weeks after AOR)?
No one can predict a PPR solely based on timelines. You're around the 100 day mark, and the expected processing time for Express Entry is 180 days for 80% of the cases.

My tip would be requesting GCMS to know your real situation, and if there isn't a short term scenario indicating that you'll receive PPR, get in touch with your employer to renew your WP.
 
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raj_modi13

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Nov 10, 2017
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Thanks again :)
I think ordering GCMS will take around 30-40 days and I definitely need to apply for extension before then.

Would it be okay with CIC, if we apply for Closed WP extension along with PR in progress?

I don't care if they won't refund the fees, but it should not slow down the existing PR process :confused::eek:
 

joaojr123

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Apr 27, 2017
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Thanks again :)
I think ordering GCMS will take around 30-40 days and I definitely need to apply for extension before then.

Would it be okay with CIC, if we apply for Closed WP extension along with PR in progress?

I don't care if they won't refund the fees, but it should not slow down the existing PR process :confused::eek:
Don't worry, the WP extension application won't affect your PR processing.
 

Varunaimar

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Jan 25, 2018
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India
Category........
FSW
Visa Office......
Ottawa
NOC Code......
2132
App. Filed.......
18-03-2018
AOR Received.
20-05-2018
IELTS Request
29-12-2017
Med's Done....
08-05-2018
Passport Req..
20-09-2018
VISA ISSUED...
04-10-2018
LANDED..........
26-04-2019
Again, the only possible verification they can do is about the authenticity of the letter. They can't double check balance and/or financial situation, since bank secrecy rules are usually very strict in most countries.

I find it very unlikely that immigration agents can reach out to your account balances.
I agree.
 

vipulsharma

Star Member
Jan 18, 2018
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ITA - 11th April
AOR - 09th May
Medical passed - 25th May



Status in my account :
Review of eligibility We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.

Review of medical results You passed the medical exam.
Review of additional documents We do not need additional documents.
Interview You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes.
Biometrics We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes.
Background check Your application is in progress. We will send you a message when we start your background check.
Final decision Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

What stage am I in, IP1 or IP2 ?
Been almost 83 days since AOR. Anything I can do to know whats happening to my application ?

Regards
 

zagcollins

Champion Member
Sep 9, 2017
1,313
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Category........
FSW
ITA - 11th April
AOR - 09th May
Medical passed - 25th May



Status in my account :
Review of eligibility We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.

Review of medical results You passed the medical exam.
Review of additional documents We do not need additional documents.
Interview You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes.
Biometrics We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes.
Background check Your application is in progress. We will send you a message when we start your background check.
Final decision Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

What stage am I in, IP1 or IP2 ?
Been almost 83 days since AOR. Anything I can do to know whats happening to my application ?

Regards
IP1. Does not matter. If there are no issues with your application, CIC will process it long before the 180-day mark. Good Luck!
 

ahmao

Hero Member
May 29, 2018
249
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China
Category........
FSW
Visa Office......
HKVO(maybe)
AOR Received.
01052018
Med's Done....
09052018
92 days since AOR, marked
 

darshaknir

Star Member
Sep 7, 2016
62
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I was just wondering is it possible to for file to go under ELIGIBILITY REVIEW required if the status by the analyst is recommended pass?
ADR: Only RPRF request and we are reviewing from uploaded
May 25th AOR
IP2
CEC
I have two experience one of them I am sketchy about job duties as it does not match exactly and other one employer's address is home address so I am bit worried, thinking about ordering GCMS notes.
Any input is welcome
 

Ice1987

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Jul 31, 2018
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Same happened with me I called them they said it’s in Alberta and after a week they said it’s in Ottawa lol don’t know what’s happening and they said its still under eligibility review AOR 18 th may
Good to know that mine is not the only one bouncing between Alberta & Ottawa :) Have ordered GCMS notes, lets hope for the best.
 

ajay100

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Jan 16, 2017
217
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Seniors and Experienced Help on this.
AOR 23 May 2018
Medical Passed 2nd June 2018
Background check is not started yet -HELP (What is going on - stuck from last 2 months

Review of eligibility: We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.
Review of medical results: You Passed the medical exam.
Review of additional documents: We do not need additional documents.
Interview: You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes.
Biometrics: We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes.
Background check: Your application is in progress, We will send you a message when we start your baclground check.(HELP)
Final decision: Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.
 

hope2018

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Mar 14, 2018
1,304
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Seniors and Experienced Help on this.
AOR 23 May 2018
Medical Passed 2nd June 2018
Background check is not started yet -HELP (What is going on - stuck from last 2 months

Review of eligibility: We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.
Review of medical results: You Passed the medical exam.
Review of additional documents: We do not need additional documents.
Interview: You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes.
Biometrics: We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes.
Background check: Your application is in progress, We will send you a message when we start your baclground check.(HELP)
Final decision: Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

If you really want to know what is happening with your file, order GCMS notes or call agent and ask specific questions on eligibility, criminality, background checks - the status of them. Portal steps does not tell/mean a thing.
 
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ajay100

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Jan 16, 2017
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If you really want to know what is happening with your file, order GCMS notes or call agent and ask specific questions on eligibility, criminality, background checks - the status of them. Portal steps does not tell/mean a thing.
what do you think, is this normal to take 2 months to start background check, and i am not in Canada so how can i order GCMS notes ? looking forward to send mail to CIC to know my file processing office.