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[Güzelyol]

Also....I've tried to figure out how to add our stats below my user name as some users have, but I haven't been able to figure out how to do this. Any suggestions?

You will be able to do it after you will have 10 posts. Five more to go!

 

[mamad2020]

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if someone could answer a newbie question. I understand that PPR6-7 means passport request...but what does that mean in terms of the process? Does this mean that the applicant has been approved and they are requesting their passport so that a visa can be issued?

It seems like now the waiting time for Iranian applicants from the time of sponsorship approval until the approval of the applicant is about 6-7 months...is that accurate?

Also....I've tried to figure out how to add our stats below my user name as some users have, but I haven't been able to figure out how to do this. Any suggestions?

Thanks for your help with these questions

Yes the wait time is now aproximately 6-7 months, more like 4-9 months I'd say.
You will need 10 posts to add your information in the settings page.
And yes, PPR means passport request so that the visas are issues.

 

[Vanman]

Thanks for your replies!!

 

[BCgirl2012]

All,

We have an update on the processing times for visa offices. A lot of VOs have their wait times increased. Fortunately, Ankara is still 16 months (I can't believe I just said that!)

I'm really disappointed that the processing times didn't decrease for Ankara, but at least I'm glad we didn't get yet another hike.

Best wishes to all.

 

[Shayeste]

All,

We have an update on the processing times for visa offices. A lot of VOs have their wait times increased. Fortunately, Ankara is still 16 months (I can't believe I just said that!)

I'm really disappointed that the processing times didn't decrease for Ankara, but at least I'm glad we didn't get yet another hike.

Best wishes to all.

Wow so many increases on most of them. I am happy that Ankara didn't change, but I am seriously tired of waiting. What is this life really?
I sometimes think I have to leave everything and just go back to live with my hubby while we are waiting ???

I am so desperate to hear a good news. Anything....

 

[BCgirl2012]

Wow so many increases on most of them. I am happy that Ankara didn't change, but I am seriously tired of waiting. What is this life really?
I sometimes think I have to leave everything and just go back to live with my hubby while we are waiting ???

I am so desperate to hear a good news. Anything....

I totally understand what you mean. I've been actually pondering the same thing.

Hopefully we will all hear some goon news soon.

 

[alishams]

We think to apply for temporary visitors visa while waiting for the Ankara's spouse application decision. Anyone has tried to do the same?

 

[Vanman]

Waiting is the hardest part of the process for sure!...sooo I've booked 3 weeks with my love in Istanbul in March/ April....it's all we can do now while we wait! I'm sharing this with you all because I know how you all feel...it SO tough...our hearts are with you all!

 

[Vanman]

oohh....and by the way BCGirl....My wife sent me her original of her Upfront Medical report and I ended up forwarding that to the office in Ankara which was listed on the letter I received from CIC. They said if you need to add any documents or make any changes in contact info to send it to yadda yadda yadda ....so I did so. Thank you so much for filling me in on the need to complete this.

It seems odd/encouraging that they processed our application without this document. Part of me thinks that they somehow knew that the results of this medical had already been received in Paris, France. For whatever reason they approved my sponsorship and forwarded her application to Ankara without the proof of Upfront Medical Report included in the package.

We're ....maybe foolishly....hanging our hopes on the idea that, because our application is uncomplicated, we're looking at a max of 9 months (she's an Iranian national)

Time will tell as the old saying goes....again....best wishes to all!!!

 

[Shayeste]

Hi guys. Since yesterday I can't check our application status online. I get this message:

We were not able to identify you using the information you provided. There could be three possible reasons:

Please be sure the information you entered is correct and then try again.
This service is only available to clients with applications in process. We may have received your application but not begun processing it yet. The following link may help you determine if your application is being processed:
Application Processing Times
At this time, you may use this on-line service if you have:
sponsored a member of the family class;
applied for permanent residence from within or outside Canada;
applied for a permanent resident card (replacement or renewal);
applied for Canadian citizenship (grant of citizenship);
applied for Canadian citizenship for a person adopted by a Canadian citizen (on or after January 1, 1947);
applied for a citizenship certificate (proof of Canadian citizenship);
applied to renounce Canadian citizenship; or
applied to resume Canadian citizenship.

Anybody else has this issue? Or do you know why I am getting this? I am scared now!

 

[katia123]

hi everyone!

 

[katia123]

I would be appreciated if anyone could answer my question, it's been 8 month that we've sent our medical, and still waiting for PPR! could anyone estimate how long we are supposed to wait! by the way my application is family class sponsorship. ;D

 

[sayo_2006]

I would be appreciated if anyone could answer my question, it's been 8 month that we've sent our medical, and still waiting for PPR! could anyone estimate how long we are supposed to wait! by the way my application is family class sponsorship. ;D

Hi Katia
In order for us to help you better you need to share more information
when did u file ur application? exact date
are u in process yet and when did you become in process?

 

[BCgirl2012]

I would be appreciated if anyone could answer my question, it's been 8 month that we've sent our medical, and still waiting for PPR! could anyone estimate how long we are supposed to wait! by the way my application is family class sponsorship. ;D

Hey Katia,

Welcome! Which country the applicant is from? It currently seems to make a difference in Ankara. What is your timeline? We also sent ours a bit over 8 months ago. Look at my signature, you will see some timelines, along with the nationality.
My husband is from Georgia.

Take care and best wishes.

 

[cyrus56]

I would be appreciated if anyone could answer my question, it's been 8 month that we've sent our medical, and still waiting for PPR! could anyone estimate how long we are supposed to wait! by the way my application is family class sponsorship. ;D

Nowadays, it usually takes an average of 9.5 months of process in Ankara VO to get PPRed. If your file was sent to Ankara in April 2012, you may get your golden email these days. However, there is no unique similar rule and it may take either shorter or longer.
For more info you can check:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LVyM_gIhzUjkqTgbQGijBCo70VtLb33GkugSKw7VCvk/edit?pli=1