Let's share timeline, PGWP March applicant

[krish2015]

can we still flagpole at the border to get the pgwp? any idea??

 

[nuksyed]

Do we physically have to go to the border for the border service? or is it an office?
Can someone explain please? whats the closest one near Calgary?

 

[jubear]

Hello Krish2015 and Nuksyed,

Yes, you need to physically go to the border. So try Googling your nearest border to the US. To know more about flagpoling visit this site at:
http://www.visatalk.ca/flagpoling/

If you are in Calgary, COUTTS would be your best option for flagpoling. Check this map to Coutts below and plan your journey accordingly.

https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Canada+Border+Services+Agency/ @ 48.9991,-111.959834,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m2!3m1!1s0x536be24ec51d5617:0x8d34b1624801b88b

Good luck guys.

Cheers!

 

[krish2015]

@jubaer: so flagpoling is a legit way to get work permit still? This was true some years back.. I wd like to kniw if this still a legit way.. Pls reply

 

[sting123]

I came across this forum today. Here are my pgwp application details

Applied: May 2nd 2015
Application updated: May 3rd 2015
There have been no updates to your application: June 1st and July 1st
Paid $100: July 4th

 

[jubear]

@ jubaer: so flagpoling is a legit way to get work permit still? This was true some years back.. I wd like to kniw if this still a legit way.. Pls reply

Yes it is legit and still doable. I have a friend who did it in February. Also check page 13 and 14 of this forum for a member who did the same. Therefore, learn more from the link I provided, get the necessary documents, plan your travel, and get going if you want to flagpol. Make sure you have every document plus cash ($255) or debit. If not, then you have to wait for the 96 days of processing.

Cheers!

 

[jubear]

I came across this forum today. Here are my pgwp application details

Applied: May 2nd 2015
Application updated: May 3rd 2015
There have been no updates to your application: June 1st and July 1st
Paid $100: July 4th

Hi Sting123,

Thanks for joining us. Welcome to the forum. Enjoy. One question though. How did you pay the extra $100? Was it requested or not? Full and clear info is needed.

Cheers!

 

[sting123]

Sorry about that. I did not get any intimation from CIC to pay the money. I paid the money and attached the receipt via a case specific enquiry.

 

[krish2015]

Any suggestions regarding which border in Ontario.. Fort erie or niagara?

 

[jubear]

Any suggestions regarding which border in Ontario.. Fort erie or niagara?

Krish2015,

Both options are good. However, Niagara is busier and you might wait longer. That said, it all depends on you and how far away you live from those two POEs.

Good luck guys.

Cheers!

 

[krish2015]

@Jubear: are there any risks involved in doing a flagpole .. I mean, intuitively, why arent ppl choosing this option - seems to be an easier way around.. Just asking bcos, after waiting for so long for updates from cic website, this option looks too good to be true.. hope u understand my concern...

 

[tommywu9192]

@ Jubear: are there any risks involved in doing a flagpole .. I mean, intuitively, why arent ppl choosing this option - seems to be an easier way around.. Just asking bcos, after waiting for so long for updates from cic website, this option looks too good to be true.. hope u understand my concern...

I got mine through flagpolling. Obviously risk is they can not let you in and if they don't give you the permit at the border then you can't work while waiting for your work permit any more and have to wait until you get it.

 

[jubear]

@ Jubear: are there any risks involved in doing a flagpole .. I mean, intuitively, why arent ppl choosing this option - seems to be an easier way around.. Just asking bcos, after waiting for so long for updates from cic website, this option looks too good to be true.. hope u understand my concern...

The simple answer is that very few people are aware of flagpoling. But I understand your timidness, cautiousness, and concern. However, if you feel uncomfortable doing it, just sit tight and wait for 96 days.

To give you some bit of encouragement, make sure that you have a valid work permit or study permit before you go to the border. It has to be valid NOT expired. If it is expired don't bother going.

Again, read the link I provided in addition to page 13 & 14 of this forum. Make a decision to either go or wait. Good luck

Cheers!

 

[krish2015]

Thanks!!

 

[HamadY]

Hi guys,

Can I pay the extra $100 without a request from CIC?

Here is my info

Apply in May 6th
No update email June 6th (30days)
No update email July 6th (60 days)
Fees paid $155