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    Can I travel outside Canada while my OWP is being processed under Outland Spousal Sponsorship?

    Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice regarding my current situation. My wife is a Canadian permanent resident and I applied for spousal sponsorship through the Outland stream. My application is currently being processed and so far I’ve completed several steps: • Received AOR...
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    MARCH 2026 Outland Spousal Sponsorship – Timeline & Progress Tracker

    Hi everyone, Starting a dedicated thread for all March 2026 Outland (Family Class) applicants to track our progress, share updates and support each other through the wait! It looks like AORs are starting to roll out for mid-March submitters. Please post your details below so we can keep an eye...
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    Confused about "Visa Office" on Webform (Outland Spousal Sponsorship - AOR Stage)

    Hi everyone, I’m looking for some advice regarding the IRCC Webform. I submitted an Outland Spousal Sponsorship application, while I was living in the USA. I have since relocated to Canada and my wife just received the "Application Received" email (AOR). I need to proactively upload my...
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    Proof of Relationship requirements for Spousal OWP (Outland Sponsorship / AOR received)

    Hi everyone, I recently received my Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR) for my Outland Spousal Sponsorship and am now preparing my Open Work Permit (OWP) application. My wife is a Canadian PR and I am currently in Canada with her. I’m looking for clarity on the "Proof of Relationship" section for...
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    March 18 Applicant - Received "Application Received" Email (AOR?) - Biometrics Fee Question

    Hi everyone, Hoping to get some insight from those further along in the process or in the same boat. My wife (the sponsor) received an email today, May 7th, stating: "This letter confirms that your application to sponsor member(s) of the family class, was received by Immigration, Refugees and...
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    Current timline for receiving AOR for outland spousal sponsorship application? 2026

    What is the current timeline for receiving AOR for Outland spousal sponsorship applications? I’m trying to estimate the total time from PR submission -> AOR -> OWP approval!
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    Current timeline for Spousal Open Work Permit (Inland vs Outland) and AOR in 2026?

    Hi everyone, I’m trying to understand the current timelines for the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) and I’m seeing mixed information from different consultants and online sources. My understanding is that for Outland spousal sponsorship, the applicant can enter Canada as a visitor and apply for...
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    Medical Exam and Open Work Permit (OWP) – Outland Spousal Sponsorship

    Hello everyone, I am currently living outside of Canada and am preparing to submit an Outland Spousal Sponsorship application (Family Class). My current status in my host country is ending soon and I plan to enter Canada as a visitor to join my spouse while the application is in progress. I...