Non-Express Entry(PNP) Online Applications Gather here
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Hi guys, posting my timeline here and wondering how much longer it could take?
Dec 7, 2024 - Applied
Oct 21, 2025 - AOR
Oct 23,2025 - Biometrics done
Jan 13, 2026 - additional docs request (updated imm5669, paystubs, letter of employment and financial)
Jan 16 2026 - documents sent
Jan 23 - pre-arrival services letter received
And nothing else so far. They haven't even requested medical exams yet (did one in Brazil in 2020 for study permit). Any thoughts would be really helpful
Thanks!
Dec 7, 2024 - Applied
Oct 21, 2025 - AOR
Oct 23,2025 - Biometrics done
Jan 13, 2026 - additional docs request (updated imm5669, paystubs, letter of employment and financial)
Jan 16 2026 - documents sent
Jan 23 - pre-arrival services letter received
And nothing else so far. They haven't even requested medical exams yet (did one in Brazil in 2020 for study permit). Any thoughts would be really helpful
Thanks!
Finally my journey has come to an end after 19 months ! Thank you everyone for your support and updates on this thread! The journey is long but will feel worthwhile once its over. Hang in there people, good days are coming your way soon!
AR: July 2024
AOR: Dec 2024
PAL: Feb 2025
P1: Dec 2025
P2: Dec 2025
ECOPR: Feb 2026
AR: July 2024
AOR: Dec 2024
PAL: Feb 2025
P1: Dec 2025
P2: Dec 2025
ECOPR: Feb 2026
Hi, I have received my AOR on the 11th of FEB. My original application was submitted on April 17, 2025. During the waiting period, I was blessed with a newborn. I have already updated IRCC about this and paid the required fee via webform.
They requested ADR to update forms and a new passport photo for the newborn. I sent these through a webform as well.
However, I have not received a BIL yet. When I linked my application, it shows nothing — no files — and the newborn has not been added. Is this normal?
They requested ADR to update forms and a new passport photo for the newborn. I sent these through a webform as well.
However, I have not received a BIL yet. When I linked my application, it shows nothing — no files — and the newborn has not been added. Is this normal?
Hi Ms. Bee,
I am an inland applicant. My application was returned last Friday because I didn't include a photo and birth certificate of my non-accompanying child. The problem is that my child lives with the mother in the US, and she has refused to send me his passport-size photo. If she cannot allow her to take a photo, I doubt she will allow her to do a medical exam. Please, what options do I have to deal with this issue?
I am an inland applicant. My application was returned last Friday because I didn't include a photo and birth certificate of my non-accompanying child. The problem is that my child lives with the mother in the US, and she has refused to send me his passport-size photo. If she cannot allow her to take a photo, I doubt she will allow her to do a medical exam. Please, what options do I have to deal with this issue?
(non-accompanying child + uncooperative other parent)
You actually still have a few possible paths, depending on what you can prove.
Option 1 — Re-submit with explanation + proof of refusal
If you truly cannot get the photo or later medical, you can usually:
Submit a Letter of Explanation
- Show proof you tried (texts, emails, legal letters, custody orders, etc.)
- Provide custody documents if you have them
Option 2 — Non-accompanying parent declaration / custody proof
For minors, IRCC often wants:
Consent form from other parent (IMM 5604), OR
- Court order / custody proof, OR
- Explanation if you cannot get those
Option 3 — If child cannot complete medical (very serious consequence)
Important reality:
Even non-accompanying dependents are often expected to do medical exams. If they don’t, IRCC may:
Refuse the application, OR
- Allow processing but permanently bar you from sponsoring that child later (case-by-case, often needs strong proof you tried).
(Practice reality based on immigration process + case discussions — officers look for proof you made real efforts.)
If the mother is fully refusing:
Family court order in US (if you have rights)
- Lawyer letter requesting cooperation
- Written proof of refusal
- This becomes important evidence if you claim “I tried everything.
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