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    Online PR issue. “From” cannot occur after “To”

    Has anyone had that issue when in “time outside Canada” section in the online application you put one day trip? I had a one day trip to the US so the ”from” date and the “to” date is the same. After I put that in I’ve got an error saying “From” cannot occur after “To”. Any similar experience...
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    Proof of Residency documents

    Hi all, I figured I’ll ask because I‘m a bit confused. If someone already submitted the PR card renewal application online with the proof of residency document, your input will be much appreciated. I’ve had a couple of phone conversations with IRCC and I received different answers from...
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    Residency Obligation proof - submitted documents

    Hi all, I have a question for those of you who have submitted their applications after the change (having to submit 2 pieces of RO proof). Can you share what are the types of documents you submitted? Thanks,
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    “Proof showing that you meet the residency obligation…” now mandatory?

    Hi all, Have you guys noticed that the document checklist changed on June 7 and now it looks like everyone needs to include some sort of documents (2 pc) as a proof of meeting residency obligation in the past 5 years? They removed the “…if you were outside Canada for 1095 days or longer”. this...
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    Crossing border from the States (private vehicle) without valid PR card

    Hi everyon, Has anyone crossed the land border coming from the States (land border) without your valid PR card? How does that work and what documents you used? thank you
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    PAPER vs ONLINE - PR card application - pictures

    Hi everyone, Reading through this forum and seeing people having trouble with the online PR card portal I decided to submit a paper version. Today I realized that both pictures from the photographer I went to have writing in the back (my name, date, studio’s name etc.) In the instruction /...
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    PAPER vs ONLINE PR Card application - pictures

    Hi everyone, Reading through this forum and seeing people having trouble with the online PR card portal I decided to submit a paper version. Today I realized that both pictures from the photographer I went to have writing in the back (my name, date, studio’s name etc.) In the instruction /...
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    Physical presence calculator pickle

    Hey guys, I’ve had a work permit that was about to expire when I was still waiting for my PR results so I applied for the bridging open work permit to be able to stay with the implied status. Should I split it in two separate permits in the calculator or just treat the implied status as a...
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    Question about Immigration status in other countries or territories.

    Hi guys, In question 13 in the citizenship application it says: "Do you currently, or have you ever held immigration or citizenship status in a country or territory other than Canada (this includes your country of birth)?" I am going to put citizenship in my country of origin but I also have 4...
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    Citizenship - Online Application

    Hi there I figured that it might be a good idea to have one thread dedicated exclusively to the online application so if anyone has some questions or advice we can keep it all here. My first question is: has anyone who already submitted the online application received anything back from IRCC...
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    Updating address after already receiving PR card?

    Hi guys, I stumbled upon this: https://www.visaplace.com/blog-immigration-law/change-address-permanent-resident-card/ is this correct? Do I need to update IRCC with my new address each time I move after receiving my PR card? I moved two years ago shortly after I received my PR card but I...
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    Looking for someone with similar situation. Please take a look. Thanks

    Hi there, thanks for your interest in my post here, I really appreciate it. I'm in a bit of a pickle and because of that I'm torn and don't know what to do. Have any of you been in a situation that you had part of the 1095 days coming from pre-PR temporary resident status? I have a situation...
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    Citizenship - presence calculator and implied status

    Hey guys, I’m really stuck with this one and not sure what to do now so any input will be greatly appreciate. I have a question about the implied status and the presence calculator. I applied for PR twice, the first time my application was refused cause I lost my job (long story). before it was...
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    Is PR card - travel document

    Hi there, I went through a lot of posts here and I couldn't find anything similar to my question. I'm a permanent resident in Canada and I'll be going on vacation (flying) for the first time since i've got my PR card. My question is: flying back to Canada to check-in online with my airline, when...
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    Helpful information about the CoPR - eTA situation

    Hi everyone Quick disclaimer here. I'm not a lawyer and this is not an advice cause I don't have any right to give any advice if you do or do not need an eTA. Please make your own decision about obtaining an eTA before you flight. This here is just what I personally found out and my personal...
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    IMM-5688 "NOT VALID FOR TRAVEL"

    Hi there I received my CoPR (IMM-5688) and it says "NOT VALID FOR TRAVEL" on it. What does that mean? Also, do I understand correctly that I become a permanent resident after my landing in Canada not after receiving my CoPR ? Also, PRTD is only for people that already have PR status and are in...
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    Problem boarding a plane with CoPR (IMM-5688) but no eTA

    Hello everyone Has anyone had any problem boarding a plane to Canada with CoPR (IMM-5688) but without eTA? I'm asking cause the letter I've received along with my CoPR after my application for PR was approved, states that: "IMM-5688 for is linked to your passport with an electronic...
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    MyCIC after CoPR question

    Hi there everyone I received my CoPR and everything (through a courier) and was wondering what's the last stage when it comes to MyCIC account statuses. My application switched to "Approved" and the Final decision line says - "Your application was approved...". Is that it? are there going to be...
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    IMM-5688 photos question

    Hi there everyone I finally received my IMM-5688 (CoPR) and they sent to me two copies, one is for IRCC and the other is for me but the one for IRCC has my photo on it and the one for me doesn't have one (I sent them two). Is this ok?
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    I think I'm almost approved for PR, not sure what to do, please help!

    Hello there I received a message on my "MyCIC" account today saying: "Your application for permanent residence in Canada has reached the final stage of processing. Before it can be finalized, you must follow the instructions below within 30 days of the date of this letter". There is some...