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[Gracy09]

HI @Miss bee Could you help me out with this query?

My PVO and SVO changed to Vancouver and Montreal respectively after medical update. Is this a good sign or does it mean it will take more time for processing. Earlier it was sydney and ottawa.

 

[BALOCH78]

It depends on what exactly is being asked for in the ADR (Additional Document Request) and the specific immigration or visa program you’re applying to

• If the ADR specifically asks for a “proof of settlement funds” — most immigration authorities (like IRCC for Canada) require more than just a one-time balance confirmation. They typically want to see bank statements for the past 6 months to prove the funds are genuinely yours, have been held over time, and are not just temporarily borrowed to pass the requirement.
• If the ADR says “current balance confirmation” — then a letter from the bank stating your balance, account details, and date may suffice. But often, they still prefer it accompanied by a transaction history.
• Balance confirmation letters alone can be seen as insufficient because they don’t show the source or stability of funds — and in some cases, the visa officer may reject it for lack of proof of ownership over time.

In most real cases, the safest approach is:
Provide both the official balance confirmation letter and the last 6 months of bank statements. This removes any doubt and prevents a second request that could delay your application.

Noted with thanks.

 

[godsbabe]

IRCC can police certificates from countries where applicants have studied or worked, and some countries (like the Netherlands) have slow processing times.
Here’s how you can handle it so your application isn’t refused

1. Don’t wait — send an explanation before the deadline
Log in to your IRCC account and upload a Letter of Explanation (LOE) in place of the police certificate before the 30-day deadline.

• In your LOE, clearly state:
  • The date you received IRCC’s Additional Document Request (ADR).
  • The date you applied for the Dutch police certificate.
  • The official processing time provided by the Dutch authorities.
  • That the certificate will be mailed to you, which adds extra time.
  • That you will submit it to IRCC as soon as you receive it.
• 
  
• Attach proof that you have already applied for the certificate — this could be:
  • A receipt or payment confirmation.
  • A confirmation email from the Dutch authorities.
  • A screenshot of your application submission.

2. IRCC’s usual approach
IRCC will typically not refuse your application if you can prove you applied for the police certificate within their deadline and it’s outside your control to receive it sooner.

• They may either give you an extension or keep your file open until you submit the missing document

3. After you receive the certificate
Scan it and upload it to IRCC immediately via the webform or in the document upload section (if they reopen it).

• Include your application number and a short message referencing your previous LOE.

4. Why this works
IRCC’s own instructions say that if a police certificate is delayed due to factors outside your control and you provide proof you’ve applied for it, they won’t refuse you for non-compliance — they just need to see that you acted promptly and honestly.

Thank you @ Miss bee

 

[Miss bee]

HI @Miss bee Could you help me out with this query?

My PVO and SVO changed to Vancouver and Montreal respectively after medical update. Is this a good sign or does it mean it will take more time for processing. Earlier it was sydney and ottawa.

When your IRCC file shows PVO (Primary Visa Office) as Vancouver and SVO (Secondary Visa Office) as Montreal—after previously being Sydney and Ottawa—that shift is usually administrative and not necessarily meaningful about whether things will speed up or slow down. They can change visa office due to various reasons like
Workload Distribution: IRCC reallocates files between offices to efficiently manage processing volumes.Administrative Adjustments: Could be due to structural changes, staffing, or system optimizations.No Indicator of Delay: A shift in offices isn’t typically a sign of trouble or delay, just an internal re-routing.
For your case
Not necessarily a bad sign. The change doesn’t imply that your processing will take longer—it’s just a different office handling your case.

• Timing still depends on program and complexity. For example, if you’re under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), timelines still largely depend on your application details, your date of AOR (Acknowledgement of Receipt), medicals, or any background/security checks.
• If your medical is passed and there are no flags, things often proceed normally.

 

[wrsousa]

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

 

[Miss bee]

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

 

[Joe_1]

When was your application received by IRCC?

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

Good afternoon,


I just received my Portal 1 email, but in my eagerness to complete it quickly, I replied with the date in the wrong format MM-DD-AAAA instead of the requested AAAA-MM-DD.


Should I send them a corrected email, or will they understand my mistake?


Thank you,

 

[wrsousa]

Yes you should reply to same email address again with explanation and provide correct dates asap .

Correct, Thank you.

 

[wrsousa]

When was your application received by IRCC?

Submitted in August 17th 2024.

 

[vinesh3003]

No way to fast-track.

The most recent one I have is November 2024: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...P_4dsJTt-Py0/edit?gid=327230977#gid=327230977

I'm sure there must be sheets for 2025 but I don't have the links.

Thank you for sharing. If this list is accurate, they have only reached till 15 Nov 2024 to issue AOR. February 2025 is surely few months away, not sure if there is a tracker though ..My Emp specific work permit will expire Jul 2026. Is it possible to change employer before the expiry date or apply for BOWP anytime while the file is being processed? I got OINP ISS nomination last year July 2024.

 

[sadmoko]

Hi @Miss bee - Please help me with the following query:
I wanted to confirm whether it is necessary to submit a separate address change request for the dependent son's study permit application, considering that I will be submitting an address update for our Permanent Residence (PR) application, in which he is also included as a dependent. Since these are two separate applications, I wanted to confirm whether both require individual address change submissions.

Also, is it possible to update the address using the link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/change-address.html or Webform should be used?

Thanks

 

[Miss bee]

Hi @Miss bee - Please help me with the following query:
I wanted to confirm whether it is necessary to submit a separate address change request for the dependent son's study permit application, considering that I will be submitting an address update for our Permanent Residence (PR) application, in which he is also included as a dependent. Since these are two separate applications, I wanted to confirm whether both require individual address change submissions.

Also, is it possible to update the address using the link: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/change-address.html or Webform should be used?

Thanks

Yes. Since the study permit is a distinct application, updating the address on your PR file will not automatically update it on the study permit file. Each IRCC application must have its own correct, up-to-date contact information.
Which method should you use to update the address?
IRCC offers two primary ways to update your address:
1. Online change-of-address service

• Available if all of the following apply:
  • The application is being processed in Canada
  • Your address is in Canada
  • You are moving within three weeks or have already moved
  • The application type is eligible (e.g., sponsorship, citizenship, PR, PR card)

Web form

• Use this when:
  • You cannot use the online service
  • The application is not being processed in Canada
  • Or you simply prefer using the web form
• 
  
• The web form is also recommended for general contact-info updates (like email or phone), or when the online service isn’t available

 

[sadmoko]

Yes. Since the study permit is a distinct application, updating the address on your PR file will not automatically update it on the study permit file. Each IRCC application must have its own correct, up-to-date contact information.
Which method should you use to update the address?
IRCC offers two primary ways to update your address:
1. Online change-of-address service

• Available if all of the following apply:
  • The application is being processed in Canada
  • Your address is in Canada
  • You are moving within three weeks or have already moved
  • The application type is eligible (e.g., sponsorship, citizenship, PR, PR card)

Web form

• Use this when:
  • You cannot use the online service
  • The application is not being processed in Canada
  • Or you simply prefer using the web form
• 
  
• The web form is also recommended for general contact-info updates (like email or phone), or when the online service isn’t available

Thank you very much for your quick response.

I’m currently in Canada. On the web page for Online change-of-address service, “Study Permit” is not listed as one of the available application types. I believe I’ll need to use the webform instead for study permit.

Could you kindly let me know the process for updating the address for a study permit application using the webform? I understand it might already be mentioned in one of the threads, but it would be really helpful if you could provide the steps here directly.

Thanks again for your support!

 

[Gracy09]

When your IRCC file shows PVO (Primary Visa Office) as Vancouver and SVO (Secondary Visa Office) as Montreal—after previously being Sydney and Ottawa—that shift is usually administrative and not necessarily meaningful about whether things will speed up or slow down. They can change visa office due to various reasons like
Workload Distribution: IRCC reallocates files between offices to efficiently manage processing volumes.Administrative Adjustments: Could be due to structural changes, staffing, or system optimizations.No Indicator of Delay: A shift in offices isn’t typically a sign of trouble or delay, just an internal re-routing.
For your case
Not necessarily a bad sign. The change doesn’t imply that your processing will take longer—it’s just a different office handling your case.

• Timing still depends on program and complexity. For example, if you’re under the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), timelines still largely depend on your application details, your date of AOR (Acknowledgement of Receipt), medicals, or any background/security checks.
• If your medical is passed and there are no flags, things often proceed normally.

Thank you for the detailed response @Miss bee !