Mexico

[nzk0]

We took ours to a certified translator. One that was registered with BC.
So when she translated it, it was stamped and sealed to "certify" that it was original copies.


But if thats not an option. I think u can get it professionally translated and have a notary certify it as well. But someone correct me if that statement is wrong!

It's actually simpler than that, on the Canadian Embassy in Mexico website they suggest translators that can get the stamp from the embassy, the link is: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/mexico-mexique/consul/transmex-tradmex.aspx?lang=eng#translators

On a side note, I knew something you didn't Leisa I thought you knew EVERYTHING!!!

 

[bttmntl]

Ahhhh! The silence can be so loud! :-[
Going on almost 4 months since they started processing my husbands application for stage 2.
No other documents requested since they asked for the police clearences 2 months ago. Hmmmm......
Does anyone one know of a reasonable time line out of the Embassy in Mexico for document requests??
What documents requested usually mean a good sign?? lol

How are you measuring "started processing for stage 2"? Doesn't stage 2 start as soon as Citizenship and Immigration says they sent your application to Mexico City?

Let's see... I believe it's something like this: 20% of cases are completed in 5 months and 80% in 13 months. With a range in between.

If I remember correctly, the next step for you is the passport request. When you get that, you know you're almost at the end. But there are a number of factors which can delay this. If your medical exam expires or is close to expiring from its 1-year validity period, they may ask you to do it again. If your husband was a failed refugee, they will likely also ask him to apply for Authorization to Return to Canada ("ARC"). I hear this usually comes at the very end and can take anywhere from two weeks to two months to process.

Will they need more evidence or an interview to confirm your relationship is valid? I don't know for sure, but think they would have asked for this when they first contacted you.

So all these little things can add up... but if you're really lucky, I bet you won't be waiting much longer.

Anyone feel free to jump in and correct me.

 

[mexicanada]

Question about Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC):

What should we expect on this? I believe I heard you need to send ~$400 CAD + a letter explaining why you should be able to return. If so, what payment options are available and what exactly do they ask you to write about? We would like to get our letter ready proactively so we can send it shortly after they send the request...

Also, we are eagerly awaiting Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) and the PGR police certificate request letter. When my hubby finally gets the police certificate, can he drop it off directly at the Embassy? How good are they about pick-ups/drop-offs? Are there specific hours?

Many thanks!

I'm not sure about the ARC since I am waiting for mine as well and yes it is $400 and you are to write a letter giving reasons why you should be allowed back in Canada. Some ppl in this thread have had many discussions about the ARC. You should look them up! I know you have to wait for the PGR request giving you the instructions on what to do and yes you can drop it off at the Embassy once you have it completed. Look up the Embassy's hours and it will tell you.

 

[LeisaP]

Question about Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC):

What should we expect on this? I believe I heard you need to send ~$400 CAD + a letter explaining why you should be able to return. If so, what payment options are available and what exactly do they ask you to write about? We would like to get our letter ready proactively so we can send it shortly after they send the request...

Also, we are eagerly awaiting Acknowledgement of Receipt (AOR) and the PGR police certificate request letter. When my hubby finally gets the police certificate, can he drop it off directly at the Embassy? How good are they about pick-ups/drop-offs? Are there specific hours?

Many thanks!

Hey! if u email me and remind me i can send you details of what we put into our letter.

also my spouse used a certified cheque from his bank in mexico and sent it along with the arc to the embassy for the payment, since you cant pay online.

 

[LeisaP]

It's actually simpler than that, on the Canadian Embassy in Mexico website they suggest translators that can get the stamp from the embassy, the link is: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/mexico-mexique/consul/transmex-tradmex.aspx?lang=eng#translators

On a side note, I knew something you didn't Leisa I thought you knew EVERYTHING!!!

haha u have far to much faith in me!, i know far from everything!!

 

[FooF]

That is exciting.. you must be over the moon!!!

Make sure you read and practically memorize guide 3999 when putting your application together - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/3999Etoc.asp

"Translation of documents

Any document that is not in English or French must be accompanied by:

the English or French translation; and
an affidavit from the person who completed the translation; and
a certified copy of the original document.


Note: An affidavit is a document on which the translator has sworn, in the presence of a commissioner authorized to administer oaths in the country in which the translator is living, that the contents of their translation are a true translation and representation of the contents of the original document. Translators who are certified members in good standing of one of the provincial or territorial organizations of translators and interpreters of Canada do not need to supply an affidavit.

Important information. Translations by family members are not acceptable.
Certified true copies

To have a photocopy of a document certified, an authorized person must compare the original document to the photocopy and must print the following on the photocopy:

“I certify that this is a true copy of the original document”,
the name of the original document,
the date of the certification,
his or her name,
his or her official position or title, and
his or her signature.

Who can certify copies?

Persons authorized to certify copies include the following:

In Canada:

a commissioner of oaths
a notary public
a justice of the peace

Outside Canada:

a judge
a magistrate
a notary public
an officer of a court of justice
a commissioner authorized to administer oaths in the country in which the person is living

Family members may not certify copies of your documents."

Thanks very much!

 

[FooF]

It's actually simpler than that, on the Canadian Embassy in Mexico website they suggest translators that can get the stamp from the embassy, the link is: http://www.canadainternational.gc.ca/mexico-mexique/consul/transmex-tradmex.aspx?lang=eng#translators

On a side note, I knew something you didn't Leisa I thought you knew EVERYTHING!!!

omg thanks very much!!!

 

[mexicanada]

haha u have far to much faith in me!, i know far from everything!!

haha!
I thought u were the "Go To Girl."

 

[LeisaP]

haha!
I thought u were the "Go To Girl."

lol i think thats cuz theres not to many "seniors" on here anymore.
i think i might be the longest active member on our thread right now lol!

cuz everyone got ppr and is landed and getting on with their lives, except us boo!!.


im also studying law and about to start studying immigration soon. so i dont mind kicking around to keep updated, since rules are constantly changinggg! lol

just u wait when im gone, youll be the go to memeber! ill pass down the torch haha

 

[Frida19]

Hey Leissa ,

They already received my medical exams at the embassy in Mexico & I havent hear from them should I wait a bit longer , or try and email them ?

Thank you

 

[LeisaP]

Hey Leissa ,

They already received my medical exams at the embassy in Mexico & I havent hear from them should I wait a bit longer , or try and email them ?

Thank you

how long ago did they receive it ?

 

[Frida19]

how long ago did they receive it ?

My husband was approved as a sponsor march 28th , so I'm guessing they probably received them sometime last week maybe earlier :-\ I guess I should wait longer ?

Thank u

 

[nzk0]

lol i think thats cuz theres not to many "seniors" on here anymore.
i think i might be the longest active member on our thread right now lol!

cuz everyone got ppr and is landed and getting on with their lives, except us boo!!.


im also studying law and about to start studying immigration soon. so i dont mind kicking around to keep updated, since rules are constantly changinggg! lol

just u wait when im gone, youll be the go to memeber! ill pass down the torch haha

Aww poor you, good luck with your studies

 

[gsize]

lol i think thats cuz theres not to many "seniors" on here anymore.
i think i might be the longest active member on our thread right now lol!

cuz everyone got ppr and is landed and getting on with their lives, except us boo!!.


im also studying law and about to start studying immigration soon. so i dont mind kicking around to keep updated, since rules are constantly changinggg! lol

just u wait when im gone, youll be the go to memeber! ill pass down the torch haha

not quite. 4 years and waiting. Just returned home after meeting my Mexican guy in Costa Rica..... Everything will be sent to Mex next week for final processing......please pray for me.......I cant handle the ups and downs much longer ! ???

 

[Frida19]

not quite. 4 years and waiting. Just returned home after meeting my Mexican guy in Costa Rica..... Everything will be sent to Mex next week for final processing......please pray for me.......I cant handle the ups and downs much longer ! ???

gsize , good luck I hope is all over soon for you and your husband !! btw why was your application denied ?? ???