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But if they haven't even started my security check how will they give me fd . I tried contacting MP as well but they got the same update as well i don't know what to do it's mentallybaffecting me so much that i am going to go crazy like this .
if you applied on Aug 30th and they're doing middle of Aug wait till the end of this month.The file is very usefull to track which dates they're processing,so more time is needed to get through Aug 30th.
 
@Miss bee My PR tracker shows COPR numbers for myself and my family with expiry date set to April 30, 2026 with background verification marked as 'Completed' and eligibility as 'Not Started'.

My GC-key account says the following:
1. Review of eligibility: We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.
2. Background check: We are processing your background check. We will send you a message if we need more information.
3. Final decision: our application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.

What is the significance of the COPR numbers considering the eligibility and FD is still in progress? Does this mean that the final decision has been made and they are yet to send out the P1 emails?

Thank you!
Based on what you’ve described, the appearance of COPR (Confirmation of Permanent Residence) numbers in your PR tracker—along with an expiry date—generally means that your application has reached a very advanced stage, and IRCC has already assigned you and your family your unique document numbers in preparation for issuing your COPRs. This is typically done once most of the checks, including background verification, are essentially complete. However, your GC Key still shows “eligibility: reviewing” and “final decision: in progress” because IRCC’s internal systems don’t always update all portals in sync, and they often finalize internal steps before updating the public-facing status. In short, the presence of COPR numbers is a strong positive sign that your application has likely passed major requirements and is in the finalization queue, but until the “final decision” changes to approved and you receive your portal (P1) email, the process isn’t officially complete. The mismatch between the PR tracker and GC Key statuses is common and usually just reflects a lag in updates rather than a problem.
 
I applied for non express inside canadaon aug 30th 2024 got no update after medical . Tried calling ircc agents in july and today as well they keep saying info sharing is in progress and security hasn't started which has been the as i ordered my notes in may and got them in june 3rd. I don't know what should i do evem though i don't have any travel history or anything . I feel like i shuld withdraw my file instead of filling siting in backlog
Understand how frustrating this feels — especially when you’ve been waiting months with no visible movement and every call to IRCC seems to give the same vague status update. But from what you’ve described, your case doesn’t sound abnormal for an inland non-Express Entry PR application filed in late August 2024. Those streams often take well over a year to fully process, and it’s common for files to sit in the “info sharing/security not started” stage for many months without any red flags.
  • Info sharing means IRCC is exchanging information with partner agencies (CBSA, CSIS, RCMP, etc.) to verify identity and background. This can take time even if you have no travel history or criminal record, because the queue itself is the bottleneck.
  • Security not started in GCMS notes often doesn’t mean IRCC has concerns — it just means that step hasn’t been triggered yet. In many inland cases, security checks are done near the end of processing, not early on.
  • Withdrawing now would erase all the time you’ve already waited and force you to start over with no guarantee of faster processing. Unless you have a more favorable stream to apply under, withdrawal usually just delays your PR even more.
If you can tolerate the wait, the best move is usually to keep your file active, keep an eye on your GCMS notes (every 3–6 months), and ensure IRCC has your correct contact info. Unfortunately, there’s no way to “push” security or info sharing to start sooner unless IRCC specifically requests something from you.
 
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Based on what you’ve described, the appearance of COPR (Confirmation of Permanent Residence) numbers in your PR tracker—along with an expiry date—generally means that your application has reached a very advanced stage, and IRCC has already assigned you and your family your unique document numbers in preparation for issuing your COPRs. This is typically done once most of the checks, including background verification, are essentially complete. However, your GC Key still shows “eligibility: reviewing” and “final decision: in progress” because IRCC’s internal systems don’t always update all portals in sync, and they often finalize internal steps before updating the public-facing status. In short, the presence of COPR numbers is a strong positive sign that your application has likely passed major requirements and is in the finalization queue, but until the “final decision” changes to approved and you receive your portal (P1) email, the process isn’t officially complete. The mismatch between the PR tracker and GC Key statuses is common and usually just reflects a lag in updates rather than a problem.
Thanks for the prompt response, @Miss bee , much appreciated.

A follow-up question if you don't mind. Given the P1 is on the horizon, do you recommend I apply for BOWP considering my WP is good until Nov 30, 2025?
 
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Understand how frustrating this feels — especially when you’ve been waiting months with no visible movement and every call to IRCC seems to give the same vague status update. But from what you’ve described, your case doesn’t sound abnormal for an inland non-Express Entry PR application filed in late August 2024. Those streams often take well over a year to fully process, and it’s common for files to sit in the “info sharing/security not started” stage for many months without any red flags.
  • Info sharing means IRCC is exchanging information with partner agencies (CBSA, CSIS, RCMP, etc.) to verify identity and background. This can take time even if you have no travel history or criminal record, because the queue itself is the bottleneck.
  • Security not started in GCMS notes often doesn’t mean IRCC has concerns — it just means that step hasn’t been triggered yet. In many inland cases, security checks are done near the end of processing, not early on.
  • Withdrawing now would erase all the time you’ve already waited and force you to start over with no guarantee of faster processing. Unless you have a more favorable stream to apply under, withdrawal usually just delays your PR even more.
If you can tolerate the wait, the best move is usually to keep your file active, keep an eye on your GCMS notes (every 3–6 months), and ensure IRCC has your correct contact info. Unfortunately, there’s no way to “push” security or info sharing to start sooner unless IRCC specifically requests something from you.
I did order in jun the update was info sharing in progress and security not started called ircc today they said the same thing still in progress also i tried contacting them thru MP here said the same thing. Aug files till 15 they cleared even gave them ecopr . It's affecting my health so much even though i tend not to think about it but still end up checking . Don't know when they'll give update am jusy scared what if they added my file into backlog
 
I did order in jun the update was info sharing in progress and security not started called ircc today they said the same thing still in progress also i tried contacting them thru MP here said the same thing. Aug files till 15 they cleared even gave them ecopr . It's affecting my health so much even though i tend not to think about it but still end up checking . Don't know when they'll give update am jusy scared what if they added my file into backlog
They stopped sending out FDs for more than two weeks. That's why some of the early August applicants already got ECOPRs, but late August applicants don't even have any update after Medical. I applied even before you, and I am in the same situation. So don't let it affect your health, as this is a normal process, and a lot of people are experiencing this just like us. All we can do is wait:)
 
I did order in jun the update was info sharing in progress and security not started called ircc today they said the same thing still in progress also i tried contacting them thru MP here said the same thing. Aug files till 15 they cleared even gave them ecopr . It's affecting my health so much even though i tend not to think about it but still end up checking . Don't know when they'll give update am jusy scared what if they added my file into backlog
Plus, they started sending FDs to mid-August applicants since last week, so yours shouldn't be far.
 
Plus, they started sending FDs to mid-August applicants since last week, so yours shouldn't be far.
It was so unfair when everybody deserve the same they stopped at that point i thought may be they'll start my security but they didn't. I don't even want to keep spending money on gcms notes . Am just stuck at such a workplace which i can't even leave cos of closed work permit . Feel so helpless o
 
It was so unfair when everybody deserve the same they stopped at that point i thought may be they'll start my security but they didn't. I don't even want to keep spending money on gcms notes . Am just stuck at such a workplace which i can't even leave cos of closed work permit . Feel so helpless o
I feel you! Do not spend money on gcms notes for now. The processing time can be slow during summertime as a lot of case workers have their vacations during this time. So give it another month or two. We are all experiencing the same situation and you are not alone:)
 
I feel you! Do not spend money on gcms notes for now. The processing time can be slow during summertime as a lot of case workers have their vacations during this time. So give it another month or two. We are all experiencing the same situation and you are not alone:)
Don't know whether we'll get pr this year or not
 
Have you tried reaching out to your mp or requested gcms notes recently?

Mine is AR March 21 2024, All passed except comprehensive security started on Dec 4 2024 and still no update until now.
I dont believe in MPs and cry/beg for something. I will directly go to the lawyer for mandamus when my patience ends.
 
today my application went though month 30 from submission(AR 30 Jan 2023). I decided to put this for anyone who is like me or would be like me in future:

Non EE inland:

AR: 30 Jan 2023
AOR: 30 March 2023
ADR1 (updating gap): 15 May 2023
Medical: 15 Aug 2023
PAL: 27 AUG 2023
ADR2:(military history): I did not serve in any military
Info sharing: Passed in 15 AUG 2024
Criminality: Passed in 15 AUG 2024
ADR3: travel history 15 AUG 2024
SECURITY STARTED: 27 AUG 2024
Update: completely silent till now

Good luck
We are almost at the same boat. I’ve been waiting 26 months since submission.
 
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Hello @Miss bee
I received ADR for police certificate from the Netherlands where i did my MSc. I was given 30 days by IRCC to submit it. Unfortunately it takes 4 weeks to get the certificate and it can only be mailed to me adding adding time before i can receive it. I have already submitted the application for the police certificate. What steps can I take with IRCC? Will they refuse my application?