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We will be landing next week and had our photos done prior to the size change. They never requested new ones and have the photos we had taken stapled to our COPR for landing. Do we need to have new ones taken or are we fine since there wasn't a request for new ones? Thanks

I just received our COPR in the mail. Such a great day. I do have a couple questions about it. 1. The undertaking on my children's papers is 120 months even my 18 year old. Is this normal? 2. Also the date of last entry is incorrect. Is this important to change now or can we just tell...

I applied for visitor extensions for myself and my children back in February. Today I received an email for each of us stating that our application has been updated and to log in to check the status. When I logged in nothing has changed and there is no messages on our account. Anyone else have...

We just received an email requesting our FBI report. I am just curious if that gives me a hint where we may be in the process. Anyone have a timeline from document request to DM?

Hello all I have already asked questions related to this a few times so I have some idea of what I should bring with me for my son's study permit however I would love some advice on what documents I should carry with us so that we don't have an issue reentering. We will be in California for...

Well I am sure you all understand the feelings we all go through while waiting. I am considering ordering the notes on my file at some point but not sure when would be the best time. So just curious what others thoughts are on when are the best times to order notes? How often have you ordered...

So my visitor status ends 2/21 here and I need an extension. We are currently debating on whether I apply online, go to the border or go to USA for visit. my questions: 1. Do you need to activate a visitor extension at a border crossing? 2. If I leave Canada while extension is being...

In the section called details of intended stay in Canada it asks about funds available for stay. How should I fill this out? I was planning on including a letter from my husband and his pay stubs but what specific dollar amount would make sense there? Thank you!!

I am a PR applicant (spousal) and got letter's of acceptance today for the local school district so that I can apply for study permits. The lady that typed up the letters and helped me with the process said that some people just go down to the border rather than applying/ waiting for approval...

First off Sorry for all my questions!! This forum has been the best source of information though. I am a November app with AOR but not SA yet. We are in Calgary on visitor status which expires in February. I spoke with the Calgary school district today about enrolling my children and the lady...

I am getting a head of myself but I want to plan ahead for financial reasons and to make sure I can land right away when that time comes. So what have you found to be the most affordable way to move your stuff to Canada especially from the states? I have our stuff stored in California and look...

My husband has been researching how to file taxes and from what he has found he should be able to claim us on his taxes regardless of PR however the forms ask for a SIN number. Has anyone had any experience applying for a SIN number before receiving PR?

So I have seen threads about primary applicants (on inland applications) receiving work permits however I am wondering if there is anyway my 18 year old son can get a work permit while we wait for PR (outland). We applied in November and are living in Canada as visitors. He is so bored while...

I just received my application back from SSA with a note stating I need to send them originals of my marriage certificate, passport and/or driver license. This doesn't work for me I can't be in Canada without a passport and I can't live with out my drivers license. I drive kids to and from...

So it's too late since I already submitted my application with each section stapled. However now I have seen several people say on here not to use staples. Can someone tell me why this is the case like is it a stated rule somewhere? Will they return my application for staples?

I am just curious how accurate everyone thinks the CIC times for each step/ office are? As of now it shows 63 days and 17 months for our office. However I have seen many Americans on here with shorter time lines. So I am curious everyone's thoughts on this. I really am hoping we won't have to...

About to submit our application and my stress is through the roof. It is the size of a book. I am so worried about mistakes or missing items. What supporting documents do you suggest we include? I have included photos, boarding passes, a few receipts, a copy of our wedding invitation, photos...

Hello I would appreciate any advice. My son turns 18 in November. We are submitting our PR spouse and dependent application this week. Should he do the Schedule A, Additional family information and finger prints now or wait until they possibly request them? Thank you Heather