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    Nervous after Citizenship interview.

    I’ll share what I do know. Being outside Canada after applying is not a disqualifier at all. However, it can trigger additional residency‑related verification, which is likely why the interview felt more detailed. This is actually pretty common for applicants who leave Canada soon after...
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    Group fee payment

    https://ircc.canada.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=616&top=4 "We will accept more than one receipt for the same application if they add up to the right amount." this tells me you can split payments. If you have any more doubts, only IRCC can clarify it. Hope this helps!!
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    OCI process

    Congratulations! Do you remember when was it acknowledged by consulate?
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    OCI process

    If i were to guess, I would say Toronto seems faster because it’s the largest and best‑resourced mission, so much so that it even has its own passport‑printing setup. Vancouver and Ottawa are much smaller and don’t have the same capacity, so everything, including passport and oci, takes longer...
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    OCI process

    Thanks for sharing. So could be, but probably not a verified news. For passports, definitely they are printed locally in some consulates. e.g: Toronto, but not Ottawa.
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    OCI process

    Printing happens in Delhi, no matter where one applies from. OCI is under MHA not MEA.
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    Application for Canadian Citizenship - A Comprehensive Guide

    I’m guessing you might be worried that Vancouver is slow, and that’s why this whole “submit after 6 PM” theory sounds concerning. If that’s the case, let me clear it up using my own GCMS‑confirmed example, not random forum guesses. Based on what you said, LOL no, that’s not how it works. All...
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    OCI process

    I submitted my OCI application in person at BLS Toronto [premium lounge] today and wanted to share a few observations that might help others: 1. e‑OCI is coming, but for now they confirmed that applicants will still receive a physical booklet. 2. Premium Lounge users can still choose pickup...
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    OCI process

    yes, printed and awaiting dispatch. Congratulations!
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    OCI process

    Quick question - do we still need to submit a physical photo? And is it 2x2 inch? I’m trying to see if I can skip the Premium Lounge and save the $100, since mine is a straightforward single‑applicant case. Even if I choose Premium Lounge, I’d still go in person to pick up my OCI, so that extra...
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    OCI process

    yes, it does show "Granted".
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    OCI process

    Toronto follows a fairly predictable pattern: 7–10 days for acknowledgment, 20–22 days (about three weeks) for the status to change to "Granted", and another 7–10 days for the certificate to reach BLS. Based on that timeline, hopefully sometime this week.
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    Indian passport surrender

    I booked the Premium Lounge appointment, but honestly, even without it I didn’t see anyone waiting outside in the regular queue. From what I’ve heard, though, the security staff at the entrance has a lot of discretion, so experiences can vary. But one thing I can assure you — once you’re inside...
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    Application for Canadian Citizenship - A Comprehensive Guide

    Overlaps are fine, but no gaps. What’s important is that the dates you enter match the dates you’ve used in any previous visa or PR applications. Consistency is key — if you previously used overlapping dates, use the same pattern here.
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    OCI process

    awesome, thanks for your response. This really helps!
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    OCI process

    Hi! Has someone availed bls premium lounge for oci services recently? I understand you just take the documents and they will do the rest. I have 2 questions: 1. I already created my login account on oci website. Will they make me login into it? 2. some of my documents are digital only...
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    Application for Canadian Citizenship - A Comprehensive Guide

    That is correct. Everything has to be entered. Just that ircc will not use it to count towards your physical presence and will use only pr days for that purpose.
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    DECEMBER 2025 - CITIZENSHIP APPLICATIONS

    Check your junk folder. IRCC’s process is to send the oath invitation at least 7 days before the ceremony, sometimes earlier depending on the office. If you still don’t see the email, call IRCC to confirm your ceremony details.
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    Weird Scenario for Indian Passport Surrender certificate

    You would still need a surrender certificate for OCI even if your Indian passport was reported stolen and later recovered, unless the Consulate gives you a specific clearance. For the India e‑Visa (ETA), a surrender certificate is not required. The e‑Visa is issued by the Bureau of Immigration...
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    Indian passport surrender

    My surrender certificate timeline: Submitted in-person at BLS Toronto : APR-28-2026 Application reached Consulate : APR-29-2026 Processing/File Number Generated : MAY-04-2026 Surrender Certificate Printed : MAY-14-2026 In Transit from CGI to BLS Centre...