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  1. James Russo

    Info sharing - Background check - Spousal Sponsorship

    Just grab a beer and relax, buddie. You might need to wait a year to complete your application.
  2. James Russo

    Background check in progress 2-years +

    There’s nothing you can do, buddy. For countries where diplomacy with Canada is complex —like China, Russia, etc.—Canada conducts strict background checks to avoid granting permanent residency to spies or any other threat.
  3. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    I'm the sponsor... I have not idea lol. We live in Toronto.
  4. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    You might get in few days! Congrats.
  5. James Russo

    Out of Status SOWP Timeline

    WP is a status. Since you have AIP, I would apply for work permit only.
  6. James Russo

    Travel Out of the country while waiting for PR Inland?

    Yes, it's possible. Work Permit is not a travel document, so you need a valid ETA or TRV. Check this past debate regarding the meaning...
  7. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    Well...I would say that these cases are exceptions. Everyone wants a final decision asap, but we need to be realistic based in the most cases. IRCC always plays a random game. Good luck.
  8. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    Too early to ask for a final decision to April applicants buddie. As a February applicant, you might need to wait around 6 months for it.
  9. James Russo

    Immigration applicants to Canada face rising refusal rates!

    Toronto Star: immigration counsel say they're seeing more applications refused. Data shows almost all permanent/temporary resident categories to Canada have seen higher refusals. Some datas: Family class 12.6%; H&C 40%; Study permits 65%; PGWP 24.6%; WP extension 11%; Visitor visa 50%. I...
  10. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    I have not hear nothing. Honestly, I was expecting SA or AIP few days after bio as I have seen for many applicants, but IRCC decided to make us wait a bit more . My timeline updated: Application Submitted: April 09, 2025 Sponsor: Citizen living in Canada AOR: - May 9, 2025 Bio-metrics Letter...
  11. James Russo

    Out of Status SOWP Timeline

    IRCC has processed your application fast. My spouse is an April 9 applicant and only got a biometric request. Well... you might get WP. Who knows?! IRCC is unpredictable.
  12. James Russo

    Out of Status SOWP Timeline

    That's a good question. I have a friend who was out of status and applied for WP last February. Nothing so far. He sent his application in September 2024. After this waiting time, I think that he won't get his WP. Could you share your timeline?
  13. James Russo

    Sponsor Eligibility Issue

    Apparently there is nothing wrong for your eligibility to become a sponsor. You are just a bit paranoid and confused with Citizenship requirement - absolutely different! Just relax a bit. SA is important, but what cause delay for the application is PA background and eligibility.
  14. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    I have posted the timeline a page ago lol, but I will answer you... April 9
  15. James Russo

    April 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    My spouse received the bio request today. It will be completed by tomorrow. We might have more updates the following day. Once I do, I’ll post my full timeline.
  16. James Russo

    COPR

    How long did you wait?
  17. James Russo

    Sign this Petition for faster PR and family reunification

    Done.
  18. James Russo

    COPR

    This is a very basic information. I'm surprise that you did not know about it. After COPR you can apply for Permanent Resident Card. That's the document that allow you to travel abroad. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/permanent-residents/card/apply.html
  19. James Russo

    March 2025 - Inland Spousal Sponsorship

    I have seen many applicants getting AIP days after BIL. Good luck and keep us updated
  20. James Russo

    after 11 month waiting, what should I do?

    There is nothing that you can do. Some people might suggest you to apply for GCMS notes. In my opinion still is not necessary. Just relax a bit and wait.