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I had nearly the same update - got an update around July 24th that they have received a payment from me. Around July 31st I was sent a letter to pay my biometrics fee. Which I am pretty confident I did. I paid it on the 1st. (Have applied through a rep) Now just waiting for further updates.
did your bg also went in progress?
 
Any applicant with submission date of around 17th July who has not gotten any updates yet?
Application date July 16 2024 and last update was May 16 2025.
Seems like people who have applied towards the end of July 2024 are getting updates!
 
You need eta, electronic travel authorization, to travel and as long as you have a valid status and not travelling for longer periods, you can go wherever.

"it's a common misconception that the person being sponsored cannot leave Canada while the application is pending.However, returning to Canada requires compliance with eligibility rules and proper documentation, including a valid passport and any necessary visas or electronic travel authorizations"
Sorry I know it's been two months lol.

My husband has a US passport and SOWP, does he still need eTA. Only travelling for 10 days and he just recieved his P1.