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    Is IRCC Portal Still Down?

    Per Twitter their service is back up again, but even after clearing cache/history I'm still seeing this. Anyone else also facing same issue? https://portal-portail.apps.cic.gc.ca/signin?lang=en Our services are currently unavailable for maintenance Please check back again another time...
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    OCI Pick up from Toronto?

    This question is for those who applied in the GTA area. I've applied for OCI from Brampton's BLS office and did not pay for the over-priced courier service. Once the OCI card gets dispatched from India and arrives in Toronto, has anyone been able to pick it up FROM TORONTO ITSELF or do we HAVE...
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    What happens to PR renewal if granted citizenship?

    (1) Does anyone know what happens to a PR renewal application if the applicant is granted Canadian citizenship? (2) What is the procedure to withdraw a PR renewal application, or does it get withdrawn automatically if applicant gets citizenship? (3) In addition, does CIC refund the fee paid...
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    Question 6F

    For Q6F in the adult application form (employment and education history), if I was not employed for a certain time period, do I need to mention the EXACT dates that I was unemployed under "Work/Education"? I'm asking because we're already mentioning the month/year in "From" and "To" time...
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    Advice for somewhat unusual situation

    Dear forum readers, I'm applying for Can citizenship and need your advice as to whether i should send any additional documentation than what is required because I think my situation is somewhat unusual. My situation is the following: Basic residence: 1335 days Days absent: 215 days (mostly...
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    Customs Declaration Card Required to be Filled by Newly Landed Immigrant?

    Hi, My spouse will be landing soon. Can anyone tell me if the E311 form (Customs Declaration form that is normally given to passengers on plane en route to Toronto) has to be filled out? E311: http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/forms-formulaires/e311-eng.pdf Thanks!
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    PR Application at POE/Airport for Spouse

    My spouse will be landing soon. I'm hoping someone can help with these questions: 1) IMM5444E (application for permanent residence) Does this form need to be filled out at the POE/airport? 2) Supplementary Identification form (IMM 5455) Does this need to be filled out at the POE/airport? 3)...
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    Landing Procedure

    Hello, Can anyone who has recently sponsored their spouse (outland application) and who has landed already please share their experience? My spouse plans to land at Toronto's PIA airport and would appreciate any help/advise on the procedure. Thanks!
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    Things to Bring When Moving?

    Hello all, Does anyone have a comprehensive list of things to bring when moving to Canada? Some things are quite obvious, but some are easy to miss. Thanks!
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    Additional Proof to Overseas Visa Office?

    Hello people, Has anyone preemptively sent additional marriage supporting proof (such as phone logs since application was filed) to your overseas visa office WITHOUT them asking for it? What are your thoughts on doing this? Thanks!
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    ECAS Status Question - to those sponsoring spouse living outside Canada

    Hello all! Quick questions to all those who are sponsoring their spouse who lives outside Canada. I'm sponsoring my wife (outland application). I received my eligibility to sponsor letter earlier this month and our application has now been transferred to the overseas visa office. 1) Can I...