June 2013 applications
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It really depends on what office you are being transferred in Ontario.
If you live in the GTA, the way it seems to be is:
People who need RQ = Scarborough or St. Clair
People who don't need pre-test RQ = Mississauga.
Although it's not confirmed Scarborough or St. Clair are strictly RQ. Just my observations reading posts in this forum.
Perhaps someone else can confirm?
If you live in the GTA, the way it seems to be is:
People who need RQ = Scarborough or St. Clair
People who don't need pre-test RQ = Mississauga.
Although it's not confirmed Scarborough or St. Clair are strictly RQ. Just my observations reading posts in this forum.
Perhaps someone else can confirm?
Since I am from May 31 - June 1, 2013 (month border-liner) I might as well post my timeline here with you, guys and gals:
Citizenship Application Status (on e-cas): In Process
Received application on: May 31, 2013
AOR: May 31, 2013
Started Processing Application: August 17, 2013
No RQ request so far.
Office: no idea.
Testing office: Mississauga.
Notice to appear for testing: January 20, 2014
Date for testing: February 4.
Citizenship Application Status (on e-cas): In Process
Received application on: May 31, 2013
AOR: May 31, 2013
Started Processing Application: August 17, 2013
No RQ request so far.
Office: no idea.
Testing office: Mississauga.
Notice to appear for testing: January 20, 2014
Date for testing: February 4.
Peter_h,
I think you are right regarding Mississauga without RQ and St Claire and Scarborough with more RQ cases.
I guess I might get RQ if my file is being transferred to Scarborough. My neighbor's file got transferred to Mississauga and she got her citizenship in 8 months. She applied in April 2013, invitation for the test in November and she took the test end of November and early Dec 2013 she took her oath.
There is only one way to find out. Just wait I guess
If it is RQ, I have everything ready to send.
My PR renewal took only 58 calendar days and it was not urgent.
I think you are right regarding Mississauga without RQ and St Claire and Scarborough with more RQ cases.
I guess I might get RQ if my file is being transferred to Scarborough. My neighbor's file got transferred to Mississauga and she got her citizenship in 8 months. She applied in April 2013, invitation for the test in November and she took the test end of November and early Dec 2013 she took her oath.
There is only one way to find out. Just wait I guess
If it is RQ, I have everything ready to send.
My PR renewal took only 58 calendar days and it was not urgent.
Yes, I didn't want to write that but the very good news is that you are prepared for the infamous RQ request.
It's like me, even though I'm going to Mississauga I'm fully prepared to be asked for the RQ or the lighter version of it called "Request for Documentary Evidence of your Residence in Canada" sometimes given during or after the interview. So I'm taking original documents in case they become hesitant about anything, I'll show them the proof to hopefully avoid any of such requests.
Being prepared is the best weapon in the arsenal, Dejaavu.
Best of luck,
Peter.
It's like me, even though I'm going to Mississauga I'm fully prepared to be asked for the RQ or the lighter version of it called "Request for Documentary Evidence of your Residence in Canada" sometimes given during or after the interview. So I'm taking original documents in case they become hesitant about anything, I'll show them the proof to hopefully avoid any of such requests.
Being prepared is the best weapon in the arsenal, Dejaavu.
Best of luck,
Peter.
T1gr3ss
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- App. Filed.......
- 17-Nov-2011
- AOR Received.
- 18-Jan-2012
- File Transfer...
- 19-Jan-2012
- Med's Done....
- 12-Oct-2011
- Passport Req..
- 13-Feb-2012 (letter received 17-Feb-2012, sent 22-Feb-2012)
- VISA ISSUED...
- 16-Apr-2012 (ecas DM 19-Apr-2012, received 20-Apr-2012)
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I already received notice this week to write citizenship test next weekT1gr3ss said:
do you have any idea how long the written exam is?Thanks Peter_h!
Good luck on the test and good that you are taking extra documentation. That is wise.
I have nothing to worry about. I am not planning to move out of Canada and I met the physical residence requirement and I had a full time job at a reputable company since I came to Canada. It is a matter of when.
Canadian passport would be good to have but I am ok for now since I have 10 year US visa if I wanted to go to US.
It is best to have all the necessary documentation to prove residence and then just being patient with the process since we have no control of the process..
Good luck on the test and good that you are taking extra documentation. That is wise.
I have nothing to worry about. I am not planning to move out of Canada and I met the physical residence requirement and I had a full time job at a reputable company since I came to Canada. It is a matter of when.
Canadian passport would be good to have but I am ok for now since I have 10 year US visa if I wanted to go to US.
It is best to have all the necessary documentation to prove residence and then just being patient with the process since we have no control of the process..
Congrats T1gr3ss!
Not sure how long the exam is. But from what I read in the forum it shouldn't be more than an hour and then 10 minute or so interview with the citizenship officer.
Good luck!
May I ask what your local office is?
My application was received June 24. So one week after yours But my case seems to be long since my file is transit to Scarborough local office which is notorious for RQ cases and long waits...
Not sure how long the exam is. But from what I read in the forum it shouldn't be more than an hour and then 10 minute or so interview with the citizenship officer.
Good luck!
May I ask what your local office is?
My application was received June 24. So one week after yours
But my case seems to be long since my file is transit to Scarborough local office which is notorious for RQ cases and long waits...T1gr3ss
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- Nov 16, 2011
- 0
- Category........
- Visa Office......
- Manila
- Job Offer........
- Pre-Assessed..
- App. Filed.......
- 17-Nov-2011
- AOR Received.
- 18-Jan-2012
- File Transfer...
- 19-Jan-2012
- Med's Done....
- 12-Oct-2011
- Passport Req..
- 13-Feb-2012 (letter received 17-Feb-2012, sent 22-Feb-2012)
- VISA ISSUED...
- 16-Apr-2012 (ecas DM 19-Apr-2012, received 20-Apr-2012)
- LANDED..........
- 09-May-2012
Thank you! I will be taking my exam at the Scarborough Civic Centre. May I ask what an RQ is? Is that something I will be getting after the exam?Dejaavu said:Congrats T1gr3ss!
Not sure how long the exam is. But from what I read in the forum it shouldn't be more than an hour and then 10 minute or so interview with the citizenship officer.
Good luck!
May I ask what your local office is?
My application was received June 24. So one week after yours
T1grs3ss,
RQ can be issued after the test if the citizenship officer is not convinced that you met the residency obligation.
If you worked full time in the last four years, I would get a letter of employments, T4s, notices of assessment as a proof of your residency.
Also, from what I read in the forum and what I heard from friends and acquaintances, the citizenship officer will be checking your passport stamps and comparing to the residence calculator submitted as part of the citizenship application.
Good luck on the test!
RQ can be issued after the test if the citizenship officer is not convinced that you met the residency obligation.
If you worked full time in the last four years, I would get a letter of employments, T4s, notices of assessment as a proof of your residency.
Also, from what I read in the forum and what I heard from friends and acquaintances, the citizenship officer will be checking your passport stamps and comparing to the residence calculator submitted as part of the citizenship application.
Good luck on the test!