June 2012 Applications

[yosemite]

It appears CPP-O is taking ages to issue CoPR in recent times ... My PP has been with them for 4 weeks now!

Don't quite understand why it takes so long to stamp the passport and issue COPR

Also, don't understand why some have to wait for this long while others get it in weeks. What's the logic? Once the passport is requested, a decision has been made so I presume there are no more checks to be done.

They should probably add processing times for COPR as well on the website...like they have for TRV / work permit applications. That way one can check what dates they are working on rather waiting endlessly for the passport to come back.

 

[Cos]

Don't quite understand why it takes so long to stamp the passport and issue COPR

Also, don't understand why some have to wait for this long while others get it in weeks. What's the logic? Once the passport is requested, a decision has been made so I presume there are no more checks to be done.

They should probably add processing times for COPR as well on the website...like they have for TRV / work permit applications. That way one can check what dates they are working on rather waiting endlessly for the passport to come back.

Just like many things with CIC, there is high level of inconsistency and inexplicable sequence of activities. If it takes less than 1 week to get a visa for a country you've never been to before, one wonders why it takes more than 4 weeks to get a visa when every processing has apparently been completed. Only CIC knows the answer. The wait continues...

 

[sherych]

congrats to everyone who is getting closer to finalizing this journey.
I am wondering if any of the June applicants are still waiting for MR?
I applied in late May and am still waiting. Asked CIC about the status recently,
and they came back with the standard answer of 'application being in process, and no actions are required of me at this time'.
So I guess that's good news. Just wondering if I am completely in 'the tail' of the distribution or there are others who are waiting as well...

in any case, good luck to everyone!

 

[Cos]

congrats to everyone who is getting closer to finalizing this journey.
I am wondering if any of the June applicants are still waiting for MR?
I applied in late May and am still waiting. Asked CIC about the status recently,
and they came back with the standard answer of 'application being in process, and no actions are required of me at this time'.
So I guess that's good news. Just wondering if I am completely in 'the tail' of the distribution or there are others who are waiting as well...

in any case, good luck to everyone!

Cases like yours bring to reality, the diversity of processing times even in the CEC category. I suggest you apply for GCMS (if you have not already done that). Waiting is indeed a very difficult game but, you have my prayers to get there soonest. See link http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/atip/requests-personal.asp

 

[sherych]

Thank you for your kind word 'Cos', and for the link. I did apply for GCMS notes in April, so I got them early May. Eligibility was set to 'Passed', criminality 'In process', the rest 'not started'. So I think that my file is just laying somewhere and waiting for it's turn to be looked at by an officer. I was just wondering if anyone else is also delayed that much or not, I guess there are a few of us who've been waiting quite a long time. In any case, good luck to all who are waiting.

Cases like yours bring to reality, the diversity of processing times even in the CEC category. I suggest you apply for GCMS (if you have not already done that). Waiting is indeed a very difficult game but, you have my prayers to get there soonest. See link http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/atip/requests-personal.asp

 

[duerre24]

Hi everyone,

I am finally on the last leg of completing this long and quite trying journey to become a permanent resident in Canada. Today I got my passport back with the immigrant visa stamped in it. Now all that remains is the landing process. I live in Toronto and am told that I should land at the Niagara peace bridge. I do have a couple of questions on the landing process and some of the requirements:

1. It says a change in marital status- My boyfriend who is a Canadian citizen by birth and I became common-law 3 days ago under the requirement of having lived together for one year. prior to this my status has always been single. We live together as boy and girlfriend, do not have a shared lease (my rental lease is under my name and so are my utilities.) He moved in to my place end of May last year. We don't have any formal documents set up as a common law or married couple because we are really just bf and gf right now. We do share expenses like groceries and utilities but it is pretty informal. I am immigrating under the CIC- student stream and so its not a sponsorship. I do not want to lie or give any reason for the visa officer to refuse my application. Should I let CPP-Ottawa know about this before I make my trip to Niagara? If so, will this affect my PR?

2. What are settlement funds and how much money/proof of money do I need to show. I am a student and I am doing my internship in Toronto. My parents pay my rent and living expenses. Do I need to show a certain amount of money in my bank account? If so, How much is sufficient.

Lastly, thank you for the support and good wishes on this forum. Its really helped me a lot through the trials and frustrations of what thus far has been a positive experience.

Any help would be appreciated!

 

[sashali78]

Hi everyone,

I am finally on the last leg of completing this long and quite trying journey to become a permanent resident in Canada. Today I got my passport back with the immigrant visa stamped in it. Now all that remains is the landing process. I live in Toronto and am told that I should land at the Niagara peace bridge. I do have a couple of questions on the landing process and some of the requirements:

1. It says a change in marital status- My boyfriend who is a Canadian citizen by birth and I became common-law 3 days ago under the requirement of having lived together for one year. prior to this my status has always been single. We live together as boy and girlfriend, do not have a shared lease (my rental lease is under my name and so are my utilities.) He moved in to my place end of May last year. We don't have any formal documents set up as a common law or married couple because we are really just bf and gf right now. We do share expenses like groceries and utilities but it is pretty informal. I am immigrating under the CIC- student stream and so its not a sponsorship. I do not want to lie or give any reason for the visa officer to refuse my application. Should I let CPP-Ottawa know about this before I make my trip to Niagara? If so, will this affect my PR?

2. What are settlement funds and how much money/proof of money do I need to show. I am a student and I am doing my internship in Toronto. My parents pay my rent and living expenses. Do I need to show a certain amount of money in my bank account? If so, How much is sufficient.

Lastly, thank you for the support and good wishes on this forum. Its really helped me a lot through the trials and frustrations of what thus far has been a positive experience.

Any help would be appreciated!

Congratulations on your COPR visa. As to your questions:
1. You do not need to update CIC about the common law partnership any longer as your PR application process is complete. Just go ahead and do your landing.
2. CEC applicants do not require to show proof of funds. However, it is advisable to have your proof of address/studies handy if this will be requested.

Good luck!

 

[mrromeo]

Thank you for your kind word 'Cos', and for the link. I did apply for GCMS notes in April, so I got them early May. Eligibility was set to 'Passed', criminality 'In process', the rest 'not started'. So I think that my file is just laying somewhere and waiting for it's turn to be looked at by an officer. I was just wondering if anyone else is also delayed that much or not, I guess there are a few of us who've been waiting quite a long time. In any case, good luck to all who are waiting.

Its better we apply once every two weeks. In bad situations every week. I am applying every two weeks.

 

[pjcanada]

Its better we apply once every two weeks. In bad situations every week. I am applying every two weeks.

Looks interesting way....can u pls check & respond to my PM.

 

[jiahuayin]

Hi, Duerre24

Congratulation!
How long waiting time for you get your passport sent back ? thanks.

 

[JBLoknath]

Got my MR and RPRF request today after such a long wait ;D , Can't express my happiness !!

Hey Canadavisa - Congrats buddy! I didn't check your post earlier.
I am so happy for you pal. Oh boy, I still rmbr the tensed PMs that we exchanged..

Best of luck.

 

[ssparkles]

Ssparkles, Bajgal is from a visa exempt country so does not have to send in the original pp.

Ohhhhh I see!

 

[ssparkles]

Hi everyone,

I am finally on the last leg of completing this long and quite trying journey to become a permanent resident in Canada. Today I got my passport back with the immigrant visa stamped in it. Now all that remains is the landing process. I live in Toronto and am told that I should land at the Niagara peace bridge. I do have a couple of questions on the landing process and some of the requirements:

Hi duerre24,

Sashali is right in this matter, also to add that you have to meet 3 criteria for common law. One of which is that you do have to show that your finances are one, bank account income, spending etc resulting in household income which you do not have. So you're clear, just go do the landing now!

Congrats and Good Luck!

 

[mrromeo]

Looks interesting way....can u pls check & respond to my PM.

hi pjcanda, i have responded to your PM. Let me know if you have any more questions and i would be glad to help.

 

[artem]

Hi all, I received my PPR with CORP last week. Here's my timeline: http://www.trackitt.com/member/rtem Cheers!