Let's share timeline, PGWP March applicant

[Deepicka]

Applied on May 5th
Still Waiting....

 

[beogradjanin1]

I applied on June 25th. I got the update right away. Now, I see that many of you are talking about extra $100. I did not get any notification about that, I paid $255, now if someone can tell me is that the right amount or should I worry that I did not pay enough? Or maybe you guys have paid only $155 and that's why your processing time is longer? I paid for "Work Permit" which was $155 and for "Open Work Permit Holder Fee" which was $100. Also, in the instruction has been mentioned that if you do not submit all documents or if you do not pay the right amount your processing time will be longer. Good luck!

 

[oasis.gc1]

Did flagpole at rainbow bridge and received work permit for me and my wife for 3 years.

I would strongly recommend everyone to take this chance.

Thanks for all the help. it's an open work permit but he has mentioned the location as Toronto, should I be worried?

Can I cancel my online application? Please feel free to ask any question if any one wants to flagpole

 

[ssingh5]

Hey

It will be helpful if any one can explain Flagpole to all.
What it is ? What was your status and how did you get your pgwp after flagpoling?
What we all need to do ?

 

[ssingh5]

Hi everyone, I want share my application, and also have a question.
After I paid additional $100 through CSE, I have only received an automatically replied email from Question @ cic.gc.ca,
but not got any message that my additional $100 payment receipt has been attached to my application. Is this normal?

Applied: May 1st
Blank Update: July 15th (76 days)
Paid $100: July 19th (Through CSE)
Still Waiting (92 days till 30th July)

Hey can you tell me what is CSE ? and did you get any notification from Cic to pay and upload receipt ?

 

[Deepicka]

yes someone please clarify flagpoling and also paying additional $100 via CSE for OWP. It will really be helpful.

 

[gaoland]

Hey can you tell me what is CSE ? and did you get any notification from Cic to pay and upload receipt ?

Case specific enquiry, check the previous posts.
I haven't got any updates from CIC. I paid by myself according to other applicants experiences.

 

[jubear]

Hello our newest Members,

Welcome to the PGWP Forum!

To get the answers you need on FP, please read pages 15 and onwards of this forum plus the links. Everything you need to know that members have contributed to this forum is there. Also refer to links provide under the timelines to know more about CSE, PGWP, OWP, and Application Withdrawal. You have to take the time to read the info because it offers different experiences, ideas, and how to prepare depending on your situation. Analyze other members' timelines and estimate how things might turn out for you.

Stay positive, keep calm! As always, I wish everyone good luck.

Cheers!

 

[jubear]

A continuation of what Velaar started.

MEMBERS' UPDATED TIMELINES

Jawadchoudary
Applied: March 11th
Blank Update: N/A
Request for $100: May 20th (day 71)
PGWP Approval: June 23rd
Mail Delivery: June 26, 2015
Total Processing Time: 108 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Cyas33
Applied: March 17th
Blank Update: April 16th, May 16th, May 24th, June 15th (day 91 as of June 15th)
Request for $100: June 21st
PGWP Approval: June 24th
Mail Delivery: June 29, 2015
Total Processing Time: 105 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Yukiyuki111
Applied: March 19th
Blank Update: May 27th, July 23rd (day 127)
Request for $100: July 22nd (day 126)
PGWP Approval: July 27th
Mail Delivery: July 30, 2015
Total Processing Time: 134 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Velaar
Applied: March 23rd
Blank Update: May 29th (day 67)
Paid $100: July 21st (Through CSE)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 132)

PadmaL
Applied: March 23rd
Blank Update: May 15th (day 54)
Request for $100: July 3rd (Paid July 4th)
PGWP Approval: July 9th
Mail Delivery: July 16, 2015
Total Processing Time: 116 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Pparisa
Applied: March 25th
Blank Update: June 1st, July 2nd (day 100)
Paid $100: June 3rd (Through CSE)
PGWP Approval: July 3rd
Mail Delivery: July 10, 2015
Total Processing Time: 108 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Deftones99
Applied: March 30th
Blank Update: N/A
Request for $100: June 11th (Paid June 12th)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 125)

Youssef.Simon
Applied: March 31st
Blank Update: June 10th, July 3rd (day 72)
Request for $100: July 2nd (day 94)
PGWP Approval: July 3rd
Mail Delivery: July 10, 2015
Total Processing Time: 102 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Pama
Applied: April 4th
Blank Update: Every month
Request for $100: July 21st (day 109)
PGWP Approval: July 23rd
Mail Delivery: July 31, 2015
Total Processing Time: 119 days (From submission to receipt of mail)

Cheny189
Applied: April 8th
Blank Update: June 20th, June 23rd (day 77)
Paid $100: May 9th (Through CSE)
PGWP Approval: July 16th
Mail Delivery: Pending
Total Processing Time: 100 days (From submission to approval)

Ronnie1100
Applied: April 12th
Blank Update: May 12th, June 12th, July 12th (day 90)
Request for $100: July 16th (day 96)
PGWP Approval: July 27th
Mail Delivery: Pending
Total Processing Time: 107 days (From submission to approval)

Youssef123452002
Applied: May 1st
Blank Update: July 16th (day 77)
Paid $100: June 3rd (Through CSE)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 93)

Gaoland
Applied: May 1st
Blank Update: July 15th (day 76)
Paid $100: July 19th (Through CSE)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 93)

Nevillek
Applied: May 2nd (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: June 4th, July 4th (day 64)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 92)

Deepicka
Applied: May 5th
Paid $100: July 31st (Through CSE)
Blank Update: July 23rd, July 31st (day 88)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 89)

HamadY
Applied: May 6th
Blank Update: June 6th, July 6th (day 59)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 88)

Faisal Sandhu
Applied: May 6th
Paid $100: July 2nd (Through CSE)
Blank Update: Every month
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 88)

FBR
Applied: May 6th
Paid $100: July 25th (Through CSE)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 88)

Jlsm
Applied: May 7th
Paid $100: June 29th (Through CSE)
Blank Update: July 23rd
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 87)

Jijialex
Applied: May 9th
Blank Update: July 24th
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 85)

La_danza
Applied: May 9th
Blank Update: June 8th (day 31)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 85)

Swprox
Applied: May 10th
Blank Update: June 12th, July 9th (day 61)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 84)

Valentine_59
Applied: May 12th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 82)

Lapta
Applied: May 15th
Blank Update: June 11th (day 28)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 79)

NeedPermit
Applied: May 15th
Blank Update: June 14th, July 14th (day 61)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 79)

Nandini09
Applied: May 18th
Blank Update: June 11th (day 25)
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 76)

Amrinder_Harika
Applied: May 23rd (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 71)

Jaison784
Applied: May 23rd (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 71)

Scc880420
Applied: May 25th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: June 25th (day 32)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 69)

Jayrod
Applied: May 25th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: Every Month
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 69)

Ana6869
Applied: May 28th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 66)

MyCrowley
Applied: June 2nd (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 61)

Ms.Mech
Applied: June 4th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 59)

Umssyed
Applied: June 4th (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: July 3rd (day 30)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 59)

Aaawiki
Applied: June 9th
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: No request for $100 as of August 1st (day 54)

Nia_lht
Applied: June 23rd (Full amount paid)
Blank Update: N/A
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 40)

CIC
Last update as of today was July 17, 2015
CIC is currently processing applications submitted on April 8, 2015
Official processing time as of today is 106 days for WP.
**New TRV (Inland) processing time for online applicants is 16 days.

PLEASE NOTE:
1. Any PGWP applicants who visit this amazing forum and don't have their timeline profiles recorded on here should endeavour to provide their details truthfully. It helps everyone to keep track of things. If you want to be sure of your day counts please visit this site at http://www.timeanddate.com/date/duration.html. Be sure to select “Include end date in calculation.” The above individual timelines have been sorted according to date of application.

2. If for whatever reason you email or call CIC, please feel free to share your findings in the forum.

3. If you paid only $155 and never paid the extra $100 for all OWP holders, please visit these two sites to pay the remaining balance:
a) Online Payment at: https://eservices.cic.gc.ca/epay/welcome.do?lang=en. Once you are there follow the instructions below:
Click continue below > Accept disclaimer > Immigration > Temporary residence > Open work permit holder fee > type 1 for number of
applications.

b) Case Specific Enquiry (CSE) at: https://secure.cic.gc.ca/enquiries-renseignements/canada-case-cas-eng.aspx?_ga=1.63908399.108801500.1431902909
Use this online form to upload the PDF receipt you received. First fill in your UCI, address, phone etc. Scan and upload it to the
CSE. Also, type a short precise message (in the message box) indicating your reasons. In that message don't forget to include
your online Application Number that begins with a W.

4. If you receive your PGWP, please remember to visit the forum again and update us. Also, make sure that you renew your SIN by visiting your nearest Service Canada office at: http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/cgi-bin/sc-srch.cgi?app=hme&ln=eng

** New TRV for those who want to travel after receiving their PGWP. Processing fee is $100 (the required docs for application include; passport copy, face/head photograph, IMM5257E form, and a copy of your PGWP). Please be aware that your PGWP doesn't give you the right to return to Canada. You need a new TRV that you apply for as a worker NOT as a student. To get more information on applying for a new TRV from WITHIN Canada, please go to: https://www.google.com/search?q=apply+for+new+TRV+within+Canada&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8#q=Apply+for+new+TRV+from+within+Canada

Congratulations to Yukiyuki111, Pama, and other members that have received their PGWP. Good luck on your job search.

As always keep the faith and stay positive. It is a waiting game.

Cheers!

 

[Deepicka]

OMG Jubear your last post is amazingly helpful. God bless you for this

 

[Jack1991]

Hi guys this is my first post here could really do with some help if anyone can. I was on a iec visa and applied for a bowp by paper I was completly unaware of the extra 100$ don't know how I missed it alot of the articles i read didnt mention it but they have been since updated as of the end of May which was just after I sent my application so didnt see it. Anyway they sent the whole thing back to me and I am now out of status and have approx 30 days left in the grace period.

As far as I can see now my best bet is my gf who has applied for her pgwp we have been living together for over a year now so am I intitled to a c41 exemption? Her permit won't be here untill the end of September is my best guess but if she gets herself a skilled job before then we could potentially flagpole? If not should I restore my status to a visitor to buy me more time waiting here? Also what do we need to prove all of this our most compelling evidence is various letters sent to the same address.

Thanks everyone for taking the time to read this I really appreciate it

 

[Deepicka]

So here's my timeline:

Deepicka
Applied: May 5th
Blank Updates: July 23rd and July 31st (before paying $100 for OWP)
Paid $100: July 31st (Through CSE)
Current Status: Waiting as of August 1st (day 89)

 

[jubear]

As far as I can see now my best bet is my gf who has applied for her pgwp we have been living together for over a year now so am I intitled to a c41 exemption? Her permit won't be here untill the end of September is my best guess but if she gets herself a skilled job before then we could potentially flagpole? If not should I restore my status to a visitor to buy me more time waiting here? Also what do we need to prove all of this our most compelling evidence is various letters sent to the same address.

Jack1991,

1. To know more about C41, go to: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/temp/work/opinion/policy.asp

2. To prove your Common-Law status of at least 1 year, you will need the Statutory Declaration of Common-Law Union (form IMM5409E). You can find it at: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5409E.pdf. Fill in the necessary info. Drop in or make an appointment with a Notary Public in your area. Do a Google search for them.

3. If you and your GF desperately need a SOWP and PGWP respectively read about FP on this forum from page 15 and onwards. All the info you need to know is there. Compile all documents, make the necessary preparations, and head to the border. If you are successful, check both OWPs to ensure that they indicate Location: UNKNOWN. If they don't show unknown, politely talk to the officer to change it before you leave the border.

4. If you want to wait for your GF to receive her PGWP, no problem. However, you can only apply for your SOWP after she receives hers. Good luck.

Cheers!

 

[Jack1991]

Thanks jubear for the reply much appreciated ive lost alot of sleep the past few days with worry and what not also had to leave my job so very relieved i still have options thanks

 

[pama]

Hai friends

I got my PGWP through mail. Thanks JUBEAR for updating the timelines and your support.Good luck to everyone. 8)