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    OCI process

    Hi! I have to update my OCI due to a passport renewal. Anyone have an idea of the processing times?
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    OCI process

    Hello! I'm going to have to renew my Canadian passport. I believe I have to update my OCI? Is this a simple process - how long will it take?
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    Visitor visa for my father

    Asking again since I got no replies and it is kinda urgent. So, please bear with me: Hi! I have a couple questions regarding apply for a visa for my father who is now 74 years and has been to Canada twice. In the document upload section, I don't see any request for any financial statements or...
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    Visitor visa for my aged father

    Hi! I have a couple questions regarding apply for a visa for my father who is now 74 years and has been to Canada twice. In the document upload section, I don't see any request for any financial statements or other things asking for ties back to India - Is this something we have to upload any...
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    OCI process

    Yes, received my kid's OCI. Here's my update: https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/oci-process.254662/post-11070696
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    OCI process

    I will be back mid-August. I’ll contact BLS at that time to check if they have it or if the consulate is holding it.
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    OCI process

    Received my kid's OCI today. My application I sent via postal is still "Processing". Here is the timeline for my kid's: Originally sent via postal on 21st Apr but the application was returned due to an error and we decided to do a walk-in. OCI portal tracker: Application submitted: 28 April...
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    OCI process

    Status is now showing "Passport ready For Collection after OCI stamping" with a tracking number under comments. Anyone know if Purolator delivers on Saturday?
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    OCI process

    Thank you but it is showing an error probably since it is not dispatched yet. I will keep checking.
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    OCI process

    Checked again and the status changed to Counter Delivery to BLS Centre after OCI stamping
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    OCI process

    April 28th. Originally a postal but we decided to go to BLS Toronto when it was returned due to an error.
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    OCI process

    Thank you! Given that my application granted date is June 13, I will probably see the status change to Dispatch on Monday.
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    OCI process

    OCI website says "OCI card dispatched from printing cell on - 17 June 2025". But the BLS tracking still says "Processing at consulate general". Any idea what the timeline will be here to receive it? (Toronto Jurisdiction and Postal application)
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    OCI process

    Did you receive your OCI?
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    OCI process

    My kid's application status changed to Granted today (submission was on 28th April, 2025). Hoping it arrives before the 27th (Friday) as we travel on the 29th. @Optimistic11 Please keep us posted when you receive it.