kindly read the post fully first few lines may create confusion.
Under normal conditions- for every PR application you have to give biometrics even if you have given for work permit or study permit which is case for almost of us. It doesn’t matter if it is valid.
This is IRCC has been telling on twitter Because they don’t alter tweets as per individual.
but
but
since this is Covid time therefore there are some categories which are exempted from above conditions.
Who is exempt from biometrics
Biometrics exemption for temporary residence applicants in Canada
As a temporary measure, you’re exempt from giving biometrics if you’re both of the following:
- in Canada
- applying or have an application in progress
- to extend your stay as a student, worker or visitor
- to restore your status as a student, worker or visitor
- for a work or study permit
- for a visitor visa
- for a temporary resident permit
This exemption applies even if
- your application form for a work permit, study permit or visitor visa says it’s for applicants outside Canada
- our online application system asks you to pay a biometric fee (CAN$85)
This exemption does not apply if you’re outside Canada.
Biometrics exemption for permanent residence applicants who have given biometrics within the last 10 years
As a temporary measure, you’re exempt from giving biometrics if you have both of the following:
- already applied or are applying for permanent residence
- given your biometrics within the last 10 yeears
For Further clarification-
if you are in Canada and have given fingers prints for study permit and applying for PR you dont need to give Biometrics.
following is the link-
https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/biometrics.asp
they have made a tool to check eligibility which tells in big bolded letters whether you are in exempt category or not.
I would recommend use the above tool And check
