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vinay16

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If there's any legal document in native language (not English), what is the procedure for converting it into English?

Is it allowed if I get it notarized and get it translated in English with the help of lawyer in India ?
 

pedipbk

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Hi guys,
I really need your help. Talking with my friend as he sent his application and asking a question regarding use of representative, He STRONGLY believes that I as Sponsor (one of the main parties of the Application) can not be a representative of my spouse (PA). is that true? because the guide specifically says I can. besides in the section D of use of representative also asks for sponsor signature. I should sign that part too if I am the rep.

Also, now I am doubtful about applying online or paper based? any suggestions thanks
 

armoured

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Hi guys,
I really need your help. Talking with my friend as he sent his application and asking a question regarding use of representative, He STRONGLY believes that I as Sponsor (one of the main parties of the Application) can not be a representative of my spouse (PA). is that true? because the guide specifically says I can. besides in the section D of use of representative also asks for sponsor signature. I should sign that part too if I am the rep.

Also, now I am doubtful about applying online or paper based
Sponsor can be rep (unpaid or course).

If this question confounds you despite the instructions being perfectly clear, suggest you stick with the paper app. The online app is new and fewer people who can answer questions.
 
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pedipbk

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Sponsor can be rep (unpaid or course).

If this question confounds you despite the instructions being perfectly clear, suggest you stick with the paper app. The online app is new and fewer people who can answer questions.
I just filled the forms on behalf of my spouse (PA) as she was unfamiliar with IRCC forms and Canada website. that makes me feel that I need to fill out representative form but still can I don't do that? Will they find out they are not filled by PA? (She signed all of them herself I just filled and print)
 

esam99

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I just filled the forms on behalf of my spouse (PA) as she was unfamiliar with IRCC forms and Canada website. that makes me feel that I need to fill out representative form but still can I don't do that? Will they find out they are not filled by PA? (She signed all of them herself I just filled and print)
you dont have to be ur wife's rep.
and yes its all good if u have filled the forms as long she signs for herself
 

esam99

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Hello, I'm about to submit sponsorship application for my wife, she did visitor visa request in 2020 and therefore she submitted her biometrics and got letter stating that her biometrics are valid for 10 years, but now when i search for her biometrics on IRCC website i couldn't find it, shall i pay again for her biometrics or submit letter as proof that biometrics are valid for 10 years? Thank you
you dont have to pay, biometrics are valid for 10 years and they will know that ur wife is exempted
 
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armoured

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you dont have to pay, biometrics are valid for 10 years and they will know that ur wife is exempted
Sorry, this is only partially true: biometrics are valid for 10 years.

BUT: longstanding policy has been that PR applicants must give new biometrics when applying. (Why? Don't know).

BUT: right now, due to covid, they have waived this requirement for those with valid biometrics. (They could cancel this at any time, in theory).

My point is that applicants should be aware that due to this series of 'nested "buts"', some oddities may come up. Like requests to pay when there have already been biometrics given. Some may prefer to pay and avoid potential delays, some may prefer to deal with it later.

Almost always these seem to work themselves out as IRCC figures it out, though.
 
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keys8014

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Personally, I think once a specific form requires barcodes then best everything needs to be typed, unless the specific space does not allow for typing. Eg. Date section does not allow for typing. I feel the barcode is what is scanned for records as it captures all typed information.
As for the date, provided it hasn't yet been submitted to IRCC it is only a future date for you should be fine, meaning ircc has no idea of when you filled or printed the docs. But if you mean a future date for ircc then I dnt think that's advisable.
my understanding is that if you leave the "DATE" section blank, and press validate, it will still validate and generate barcodes. meaning the date is not important in generating barcodes.

furthermore, after validating, they specifically said to sign and date the application, meaning you can actually write dates using a pen.

 

pedipbk

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Hello

Once an application is linked, do I still get updates through email or no all goes to this account?

thanks in advance
 

TRV_2021

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Hi, my husband TRV got approved and his PR is still under process (US based family sponsorship application).

Can I apply for open work permit for him once he comes to canada to visit me and how long is the work permit he would get?
 

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Category........
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Hi, my husband TRV got approved and his PR is still under process (US based family sponsorship application).

Can I apply for open work permit for him once he comes to canada to visit me and how long is the work permit he would get?
No.

OWPs are only available to those who applied inland.
 

Capt.Marcos

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Feb 1, 2020
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Hi Everyone,

We are in the process of preparing spousal sponsorship application for my wife and I have a couple of questions.
We have applied for my wife's visitor visa in Jan 2021 and haven't received a decision yet.

1. I am a permanent resident and we are planning to submit spousal sponsorship application. Is is ok to submit the application or should we withdraw visitor visa application before submitting spousal sponsorship application?

2. In IMM 1344e, #6, under sponsor eligibility assessment asks "Have you submitted a previous application in respect of which a final decision has not been made for the person being sponsored and their family members". Is this referring to other sponsorship applications (duplicate) or any IRCC applications? In our case we have submitted visitor visa application which is still in process.

Thanks.
 

Canada2020eh

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my understanding is that if you leave the "DATE" section blank, and press validate, it will still validate and generate barcodes. meaning the date is not important in generating barcodes.

furthermore, after validating, they specifically said to sign and date the application, meaning you can actually write dates using a pen.

Since it validated then you are good, if it needed the date before being able to validated you would see it as an error or omission.
 

Canada2020eh

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Hi Everyone,

We are in the process of preparing spousal sponsorship application for my wife and I have a couple of questions.
We have applied for my wife's visitor visa in Jan 2021 and haven't received a decision yet.

1. I am a permanent resident and we are planning to submit spousal sponsorship application. Is is ok to submit the application or should we withdraw visitor visa application before submitting spousal sponsorship application?

2. In IMM 1344e, #6, under sponsor eligibility assessment asks "Have you submitted a previous application in respect of which a final decision has not been made for the person being sponsored and their family members". Is this referring to other sponsorship applications (duplicate) or any IRCC applications? In our case we have submitted visitor visa application which is still in process.

Thanks.
1. No you do not have to withdraw the TRV application.

2. Your answer is yes and it is the TRV because it's still in process, no big deal, won't affect either application.
 
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Capt.Marcos

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1. No you do not have to withdraw the TRV application.

2. Your answer is yes and it is the TRV because it's still in process, no big deal, won't affect either application.
Thank you very much for the quick response.
I have a slight concern though with answering yes to the question, because
1. TRV is technically submitted by my wife and not me
2. It says "If you answer yes to any question from 6 to 15, you may not be eligible to sponsor"

Although it say "may", I just wanted to be sure.... Is it ok if I answer no and give explanation in LOE?