I'm Jamaican as well.
My background check started Nov 2nd and my passport request was around Nov 28th. As long as you haven't lived in another country the process should not take long.
Hi there, this is the current Kingston thread:
https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/kingston-jamaica-new-application-as-of-dec-7-2016
Feel free to join us.
The background check could take as little as one month, it varies for different countries. Also, you may not receive an email to indicate that the checks have started however you will see the status change on your online account so keep checking.
Happy new year to you all, I have been missing for a couple days due to the rush of the holidays. Unfortunately I lost one of my Aunts on New year's Eve, very sad time for the family. Keep us in your prayers.
Hi guys I'm late for all the updates as I was super busy today, congrats @PrincessKm I know you will have a wonderful holiday season with your hubby and family. I'll keep you posted if I get any updates.
I'm beyond frustrated now too, I sent mine on the 29th of Nov and they received it Dec 1st. I am yet to hear anything from them, my tracking number isn't activated.