File number?

[big bird]

Hi all!
The embassy in China has asked me to send in my passport with a self-addressed waybill. In the instructions they ask to put the 'file number' on the bill. I don't have a number called 'file number' specifically; rather, I have both the 'UCI number' and the 'application number' . Which should I put on the form? I am leaning towards the latter, but want to be sure.
here is a link to the instruction page;
http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/china-chine/visas/waybill-connaissement.aspx?lang=eng&view=d

Also, I see no reason they would ask for my passport if the application wasn't being approved. Is there any other possible reason?

Thanks in advance for your assistance!

 

[shanmba1174]

Application Number is the file number which starts with 'F' .

For Non- visa exempt countries , they will ask for passport so they can give you single entry visa to Canada !

Maybe your application is being finalized .

 

[big bird]

Thanks for the help. Actually they asked for the 'file number', not the 'application number', which is why I was confused.

 

[laomiao]

Yes, application number=file number, with a form of F0000XXXXX.
normally requesting passport means it will be approved soon, but I did see cases where they asked for more documents after having the passport. I think different VO has different work pattern, most VOs ask for passport when everything else is OK, some ask for it a little in advance.

 

[big bird]

Yes, application number=file number, with a form of F0000XXXXX.
normally requesting passport means it will be approved soon, but I did see cases where they asked for more documents after having the passport. I think different VO has different work pattern, most VOs ask for passport when everything else is OK, some ask for it a little in advance.

Thanks laomiao! That confirms what I already thought, and sets my mind at ease.

 

[zardoz]

New Delhi asks for the passport VERY early in the second stage processing, and then hangs on to it for a very long time.