LMIA application processing time?

[Enigma15]

Hello Everyone,
Do we have to apply for LMIA before the process of Express Entry or after the process?
And what's the process for that?

 

[Marshall]

Thanks Kiwisteph

Mine is 17 weeks... Because Oct 14th and fallowing Oct 21st for file# not Nov. My mistake
Don't know about Christmas lol

Will keep posting

Good luck to You and everyone waiting

 

[BrendanVDB]

Hi people, Do I read through this entire forum or should I just ask a question and hope that somebody doesn't remind repeating anything that's been posted?
I'm currently on a IEC Working Holiday Visa, expiring in July 20th of this year. I've got a skilled job, (Graphic Design) for which I have a Bachelors Degree from New Zealand for.
I want to stay, possibly just under the Temporary Working Visa. Having a bit of trouble getting info out of CIC.
Do I actually need an LMO/LMIA to apply for a visa?
What if I'm denied?

 

[Kiwisteph]

Hello Everyone,
Do we have to apply for LMIA before the process of Express Entry or after the process?
And what's the process for that?

My understanding is you don't need a LMiA to enter your application into the express entry pool BUT you will not the 600 points for having an organised job so you'll be enterin the Express Entry pool with less points.

So depending on the points CIC is offering Invitations for residency will depend on whether you want to get a LMIA first or not.

 

[Kiwisteph]

Hi people, Do I read through this entire forum or should I just ask a question and hope that somebody doesn't remind repeating anything that's been posted?
I'm currently on a IEC Working Holiday Visa, expiring in July 20th of this year. I've got a skilled job, (Graphic Design) for which I have a Bachelors Degree from New Zealand for.
I want to stay, possibly just under the Temporary Working Visa. Having a bit of trouble getting info out of CIC.
Do I actually need an LMO/LMIA to apply for a visa?
What if I'm denied?

Since you can't get another IEC visa yes you would need a LMIA from your employer to get a temporary work permit to stay and keep working.

Nothing would happen if it's denied, other than you won't be eligible for a new temporary work permit and will have to finish working when your IEC work permit expires in July

If you want to do this I'd recommend your employer starts ASAP it can be a lengthy process after the mandatory advertising period plus application period.

If you want to consider permanent residency having a LMiA and job offer will give you more points for express entry and a better chance of being invited to apply for PR

Hope that helps

 

[BrendanVDB]

Since you can't get another IEC visa yes you would need a LMIA from your employer to get a temporary work permit to stay and keep working.

Nothing would happen if it's denied, other than you won't be eligible for a new temporary work permit and will have to finish working when your IEC work permit expires in July

If you want to do this I'd recommend your employer starts ASAP it can be a lengthy process after the mandatory advertising period plus application period.

If you want to consider permanent residency having a LMiA and job offer will give you more points for express entry and a better chance of being invited to apply for PR

Hope that helps

Thanks for that, I guess it looks like I'll be heading home then. Providing they find a qualified Canadian to fill my position.
Where abouts are you based? I assume you're from New Zealand, would be good to get your story on how you obtained your status in Canada.

 

[Kiwisteph]

Thanks for that, I guess it looks like I'll be heading home then. Providing they find a qualified Canadian to fill my position.
Where abouts are you based? I assume you're from New Zealand, would be good to get your story on how you obtained your status in Canada.

Sent you a private message

 

[dotpat17]

LMIA Approved! ;D

NOC 2232 - BC
Document was faxed to the consultant and not company?!

the weight of my chest is finally gooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnne.

 

[Jaiveer Singh]

LMIA Approved! ;D

NOC 2232 - BC
Document was faxed to the consultant and not company?!

the weight of my chest is finally gooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnne.

Congrats buddy how much time they took to complete your application?

 

[ntwkengg]

Congrats dotpat17....

Hi all,

My employer got a call from SC 2 days before.

They asked all questions and they had one querry so they asked my employer to reply within 2 days.
My employer already submitted his response yesterday so lets see how it goes now.

Thanks.

 

[Kiwisteph]

LMIA Approved! ;D

NOC 2232 - BC
Document was faxed to the consultant and not company?!

the weight of my chest is finally gooooooooonnnnnnnnnnnnnne.

Congrats! Progress yay!

 

[Kiwisteph]

Congrats dotpat17....

Hi all,

My employer got a call from SC 2 days before.

They asked all questions and they had one querry so they asked my employer to reply within 2 days.
My employer already submitted his response yesterday so lets see how it goes now.

Thanks.

Progress!! Our employer also got asked for more info about their transition plans for hiring my husband.

Hoping we're getting close to an answer now

 

[tappu440]

hi
my LMIA was applied on NOV 7TH of 2014. I called to my agency guys, they said that they were expecting the result very soon. Can anyone please tell me any updates about NOC 6322 LMIA updates.

Thank you

 

[tidelander]

My timeline got updated.

Province: BC
NOC code: 2173 'Software engineers and designers'
File number issued: November 4, 2014

February 13, 2015 first contact by SC officer. Asked to redo transition plan because the lawyer messed it up completely.

 

[ntwkengg]

Same here. They asked my employer for further clarifications on 3 points.

Noc code 2147. Network Engineer.
LMIA applied on Nov 6th
file no. Nov 12th
request for update on Feb 19th
follow up question on Feb 20th
answered all their questions.
Now waiting for their decision.

Thanks.