I agree but 9600 people before us does not make sense. Something wrong
Why the “9,400 people ahead” does not affect your file
1. Many are still in earlier stages
• Of the 9,400 people ahead of March 2023 applicants, a large portion are still stuck in security, eligibility, or medical checks.
• some files is already past all assessments, so those applicants are actually behind you in terms of real progress.
2. Tracker counts everyone, not your personal stage
• IRCC’s queue number is a national average.
• It includes complicated or delayed files that may take longer, so the number looks large even if your file is nearly complete.
3. Finalization queue is separate
• You are already in the finalization stage, which is usually just administrative: final decision, P1/P2, and e‑COPR issuance.
• Being in finalization means your PR is very close, regardless of the total number of applicants ahead.
4. Backlog inflates perceived wait
• The “people ahead” number includes files with issues, missing info, or other delays.
• IRCC processes these on a priority basis; your clean file will be processed faster than the average.
5. Real-life timelines prove it
• March 2023 Protected Person files, like some are completing in ~31 months.
• Many of the “9,400 ahead” are still months away from finalization because stuck in security or info sharing which will take maximum 6 months so its good for people to know that it will happen in 6 months.
Some people position is effectively at the tail end of the queue.like all assessment done file waiting for finalize.
Key Takeaway
• Don’t worry about the 9,400 figure.
• if ur file is already in finalization, and the remaining steps are administrative, not dependent on the other files ahead.
• In practice, you will get your PR well before most of the other applicants counted in that number if all assessment done.