BG Check is the final step OR first step of the entire process under EE???

[UK2C]

Hi guys,

I found there were different waiting time from 1st AOR to BG check (2 weeks to 3 months), so during this period, does CIC check the eligibility and the supporting documents first, and then BG check is the final step? If not, why the different waiting time (2 weeks to 3 months) of each application if BG check is the first step? Seniors, please advise...

BTW, in terms of FSW and CEC in 2014, BG check is final step of the whole application.

 

[Asivad Anac]

Re: BG Check is the final step OR first step of the whole application under EE???

Hi guys,

I found there were different waiting time from 1st AOR to BG check (2 weeks to 3 months), so during this period, does CIC check the eligibility and the supporting documents first, and then BG check is the final step? If not, why the different waiting time (2 weeks to 3 months) of each application if BG check is the first step? Seniors, please advise...

BTW, in terms of FSW and CEC in 2014, BG check is final step of the whole application.

Background verification is the final and probably the longest step of the entire process in close competition with determining and verifying program eligibility. But that appears to conclude earlier than background verification. ECAS is a more reliable indicator of progress than CIC at some points in time.

ECAS status have reportedly followed this pattern.

1. In Progress - Application deemed complete and uploaded on GCMS, process of determining program eligibility kicks off.

2. Application Received - Medicals passed. Program eligibility continues. Background verification kicks off.

3. In Process - Program eligibility confirmed. Background verification continues.

4. Decision Made - Background verification deemed complete. PPR issued.

So far under EE, applicants have had widely different experiences hence there isn't any consensus on the broad timelines for each step in the process. These are early days and CIC hasn't published timelines or process flowchart yet so all anyone can do is speculate based on personal experiences shared by members in the forum.

 

[purplesnow]

Re: BG Check is the final step OR first step of the whole application under EE???

to add to what has already been said, there does seem to be a different process for those applying outside of Canada and those applying inside. Those already in Canada the MYCIC seems to be updated more regularly, those outside, their ECAS seems to be updated more regularly. Don't ask me why, this is just speculation based on people's experiences and where they're applying from.

 

[UK2C]

Re: BG Check is the final step OR first step of the whole application under EE???

Background verification is the final and probably the longest step of the entire process in close competition with determining and verifying program eligibility. But that appears to conclude earlier than background verification. ECAS is a more reliable indicator of progress than CIC at some points in time.

ECAS status have reportedly followed this pattern.

1. In Progress - Application deemed complete and uploaded on GCMS, process of determining program eligibility kicks off.

2. Application Received - Medicals passed. Program eligibility continues. Background verification kicks off.

3. In Process - Program eligibility confirmed. Background verification continues.

4. Decision Made - Background verification deemed complete. PPR issued.

So far under EE, applicants have had widely different experiences hence there isn't any consensus on the broad timelines for each step in the process. These are early days and CIC hasn't published timelines or process flowchart yet so all anyone can do is speculate based on personal experiences shared by members in the forum.

Many thanks for your valuable sharing...it does really make sense based on ECAS and I am still waiting for the change from "Application Received " to "In process"...

 

[wifedoctor]

Re: BG Check is the final step OR first step of the whole application under EE???

Background verification is the final and probably the longest step of the entire process in close competition with determining and verifying program eligibility. But that appears to conclude earlier than background verification. ECAS is a more reliable indicator of progress than CIC at some points in time.

ECAS status have reportedly followed this pattern.

1. In Progress - Application deemed complete and uploaded on GCMS, process of determining program eligibility kicks off.

2. Application Received - Medicals passed. Program eligibility continues. Background verification kicks off.

3. In Process - Program eligibility confirmed. Background verification continues.

4. Decision Made - Background verification deemed complete. PPR issued.

Hi Asivad,

Since you're voted most helpful around here, I had a question for you..

I submitted my application on June 17th, and I still have no access to ECAS,
my CIC has medicals passed and BG check in progress (since jul 2).. Any ideas whats going on with my ECAS?

Much appreciated

 

[Asivad Anac]

Re: BG Check is the final step OR first step of the whole application under EE???

Hi Asivad,

Since you're voted most helpful around here, I had a question for you..

I submitted my application on June 17th, and I still have no access to ECAS,
my CIC has medicals passed and BG check in progress (since jul 2).. Any ideas whats going on with my ECAS?

Much appreciated

Surprising that you haven't got access even with medicals passed! Did you have an FSW 2014 application as well? Sometimes that can cause some confusion.

If you're getting an error message, try logging into ECAS on another computer or use another browser.

 

[wifedoctor]

No previous application,

I tried a different computer and browser, I still get:
"We were not able to identify you using the information you provided. "

I am using the EXXXXX number, under application number..

Weird :/

 

[Asivad Anac]

No previous application,

I tried a different computer and browser, I still get:
"We were not able to identify you using the information you provided. "

I am using the EXXXXX number, under application number..

Weird :/

I tried fiddling around with my ECAS and I get that error if I incorrectly input

1. EE number - should be EXXXXXXXXX (E followed by 9 digits)

2. Identification type - should be Application number/Case number

3. Surname/family name - be mindful of spelling errors and input every bit of your name except our First Name (input both middle and last name)

4. DOB - The format is DD-MM-YYYY

5. Place of birth - obvious

I'm sure you have done all of that correctly but just wanted to lay them out here.