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Ontario Tech Draw: 16-Feb-2021

parminder2021

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Feb 17, 2021
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My passport got picked up today. I paid the fees on Saturday, and bluedart has a holiday on Sunday. So this was quick.

The pick up guy opened the envelope and checked the name on the passport before sealing it.

I didn't seal my package because some people mentioned on this forum that pick up guy checks the passport and content.

I'll compile all other points and post it here soon.

Also, bluedart pick up guy called before coming. and the status on bluedart page changed to

Pickup Employee Is Out To P/U Shipment

I also read somewhere that they arrive after 3 PM, I can't recall where.
 

parminder2021

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Feb 17, 2021
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My experience after Ready For Visa Email (VFSGlobal, India):

The first step is to inform VFS that you need to transmit your passport for VISA stamping. There was a dedicated article for this but it is now removed from their website. So Basically you need to fill an online form on this URL and inform VFS that you need their two way pickup service.

The link is - https://vfs-cic.mioot.com/forms/PS/

You’ll see a warning message because their SSL cert is expired. I ignored the warning and filled the form.

This form basically collects your category and address for pickup and then takes you to a payment page based on your selection. Here is what I filled in:

Choose your Option:“Two way courier service for passport submissionRefund Request”
Select your Visa Category:“Passport Submission for Permanent Residence Application (Family Class Priority, Economic PR)”
Did you enrol Biometrics for this application?:“Yes” - Should be yes for everyone.
Location at which Biometrics was enrolled:You need to select VFS global office where you gave your biometrics.
Number of applicants for passport Submission:You can select based on the number of applicants your application has.
PINCODE for passport collection :Enter the pincode where you want. the passport to be picked/delivered fromand then click on the “Check if pincode is serviceable button”

If your pincode is serviceable, an address form will be visible. Enter the address where you want the package to be picked up/delivered.

Did you avail for Premium Lounge at the time of enrolling BIO?“No”
Would you want Paid SMS service?(to stay updated about the status of your application)“Yes” - Depends on your requirement. You’ll have to pay SMS charges.
Please upload your Passport Submission Letter as sent by IRCC :I didn’t receive any message on IRCC portal, I only got an email. So I saved the email as PDF and uploaded it here.

After this you need to click on the “Continue” button, and you’ll reach the payment gateway. Choose any of the payment options to pay the fees.

Few minutes after paying the fees, you’ll get an email from “passportsubmission@vfshelpline.com” with two attached files. You need to print both and fill in your details. You’ll also get a AWB number to track your passport pickup request. Like standard blue dart pickups it takes some time for them to show the tracking.

Instructions on filling the consent/sms/courier form attached in the email:

File 1: 331140_Consent_Form.pdf


This file had 4 pages I only filled my details on 2nd page. I included all the pages in the package but didn’t fill page 3 and 4 after reading multiple threads where people suggested to leave it blank.

All fields in page 2 are self explanatory.

File 2: 610216_Courier_Request_Form.pdf

All the fields are self explanatory. Point No 3 was not applicable for me so I left it blank along with “SO Done By/Date _______________________ DO Done By/Date ____________________”

Final Document Checklist.
  1. Ready For Visa Email
  2. Consent Form
  3. Courier Consent Form
  4. Fee Receipt from Express Entry portal, if you paid everything in advance.
    Or
    RPRF fees if you paid later.

    Its not mentioned officially but some applicants were asked to send this, may be because they paid the fees later, but why take the risk and delay application.
  5. Passport
  6. 2 Photographs - 50 x 70 with Name, DOB, date and Photographers Stamp. MAKE SURE YOU CHECK THE DETAILS / SPECIFICATIONS mentioned in Ready for VISA email. http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/pdf/5445EB-e.pdf
  7. A page mentioning Height, and Both eye colours

    Format that I used.
Name:
Passport Number:

UCI:
Application No:

Height: XXX in cm
Left Eye Colour:
Right Eye Colour:

Date:


(Signature)
YOUR_FULL_NAME_GOES_HERE

After printing / entering all the documents I bought an A4 envelope from the market, it costs Rs 5 here and printed To and From Labels.

To Label:

To,

The Officer,
VFS Global Canada.

AWB: XXXXXXXXXXXX

Note: Writing AWB is important bluedart delivery will guy check it.

From Label:

From:

YOUR_NAME

Address: XXXXX
Phone: XXXXX

Application No: XXXXX

You can put all the documents in the envelope, but don't seal it yet, the delivery guy might check the name on the passport.
 

cyborg009

Star Member
Mar 17, 2021
134
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My experience after Ready For Visa Email (VFSGlobal, India):

The first step is to inform VFS that you need to transmit your passport for VISA stamping. There was a dedicated article for this but it is now removed from their website. So Basically you need to fill an online form on this URL and inform VFS that you need their two way pickup service.

The link is - https://vfs-cic.mioot.com/forms/PS/

You’ll see a warning message because their SSL cert is expired. I ignored the warning and filled the form.

This form basically collects your category and address for pickup and then takes you to a payment page based on your selection. Here is what I filled in:

Choose your Option:“Two way courier service for passport submissionRefund Request”
Select your Visa Category:“Passport Submission for Permanent Residence Application (Family Class Priority, Economic PR)”
Did you enrol Biometrics for this application?:“Yes” - Should be yes for everyone.
Location at which Biometrics was enrolled:You need to select VFS global office where you gave your biometrics.
Number of applicants for passport Submission:You can select based on the number of applicants your application has.
PINCODE for passport collection :Enter the pincode where you want. the passport to be picked/delivered fromand then click on the “Check if pincode is serviceable button”

If your pincode is serviceable, an address form will be visible. Enter the address where you want the package to be picked up/delivered.

Did you avail for Premium Lounge at the time of enrolling BIO?“No”
Would you want Paid SMS service?(to stay updated about the status of your application)“Yes” - Depends on your requirement. You’ll have to pay SMS charges.
Please upload your Passport Submission Letter as sent by IRCC :I didn’t receive any message on IRCC portal, I only got an email. So I saved the email as PDF and uploaded it here.

After this you need to click on the “Continue” button, and you’ll reach the payment gateway. Choose any of the payment options to pay the fees.

Few minutes after paying the fees, you’ll get an email from “passportsubmission@vfshelpline.com” with two attached files. You need to print both and fill in your details. You’ll also get a AWB number to track your passport pickup request. Like standard blue dart pickups it takes some time for them to show the tracking.

Instructions on filling the consent/sms/courier form attached in the email:

File 1: 331140_Consent_Form.pdf


This file had 4 pages I only filled my details on 2nd page. I included all the pages in the package but didn’t fill page 3 and 4 after reading multiple threads where people suggested to leave it blank.

All fields in page 2 are self explanatory.

File 2: 610216_Courier_Request_Form.pdf

All the fields are self explanatory. Point No 3 was not applicable for me so I left it blank along with “SO Done By/Date _______________________ DO Done By/Date ____________________”

Final Document Checklist.
  1. Ready For Visa Email
  2. Consent Form
  3. Courier Consent Form
  4. Fee Receipt from Express Entry portal, if you paid everything in advance.
    Or
    RPRF fees if you paid later.

    Its not mentioned officially but some applicants were asked to send this, may be because they paid the fees later, but why take the risk and delay application.
  5. Passport
  6. 2 Photographs - 50 x 70 with Name, DOB, date and Photographers Stamp. MAKE SURE YOU CHECK THE DETAILS / SPECIFICATIONS mentioned in Ready for VISA email. http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/guides/pdf/5445EB-e.pdf
  7. A page mentioning Height, and Both eye colours

    Format that I used.
Name:
Passport Number:

UCI:
Application No:

Height: XXX in cm
Left Eye Colour:
Right Eye Colour:

Date:


(Signature)
YOUR_FULL_NAME_GOES_HERE

After printing / entering all the documents I bought an A4 envelope from the market, it costs Rs 5 here and printed To and From Labels.

To Label:

To,

The Officer,
VFS Global Canada.

AWB: XXXXXXXXXXXX

Note: Writing AWB is important bluedart delivery will guy check it.

From Label:

From:

YOUR_NAME

Address: XXXXX
Phone: XXXXX

Application No: XXXXX

You can put all the documents in the envelope, but don't seal it yet, the delivery guy might check the name on the passport.
Thank you so much for all the info that you have compiled over here. I have a few more questions

1. Did you submit the same photograph which you submitted while profile submission?
2. Can we have different pickup and delivery addresses?
 

parminder2021

Hero Member
Feb 17, 2021
229
353
@parminder2021 and @xena_psk Congratulations once again !

Do you know by when do you have to land in Ontario to activate the PR ?
Ready for visa mail had this note.

NOTE: Permanent Resident document(s) Validity

The issuance of your Permanent Resident document(s) is time sensitive so it is important for you to submit your passport(s) as requested.

...............................

Your Permanent Resident document(s) will expire one year after the date of your medical examinations or earlier if your passport or the passports of your spouse or dependent children (if applicable) expire on an earlier date.

You must travel to Canada and present your immigration documents at a Canadian Port of Entry before they expire. The validity of the Permanent Resident documents cannot be extended. If you fail to enter Canada before this date and still wish to immigrate to Canada, you must reapply by submitting a new application and paying new processing fees. All such applications will be assessed according to the immigration laws in force at the time of receipt of the application. There is no guarantee a future application would be successful.


So for me its sometime in July when I did my medical test.
 
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techviz

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Ready for visa mail had this note.

NOTE: Permanent Resident document(s) Validity

The issuance of your Permanent Resident document(s) is time sensitive so it is important for you to submit your passport(s) as requested.

...............................

Your Permanent Resident document(s) will expire one year after the date of your medical examinations or earlier if your passport or the passports of your spouse or dependent children (if applicable) expire on an earlier date.

You must travel to Canada and present your immigration documents at a Canadian Port of Entry before they expire. The validity of the Permanent Resident documents cannot be extended. If you fail to enter Canada before this date and still wish to immigrate to Canada, you must reapply by submitting a new application and paying new processing fees. All such applications will be assessed according to the immigration laws in force at the time of receipt of the application. There is no guarantee a future application would be successful.


So for me its sometime in July when I did my medical test.
Just curious... have you made up your mind on how & when you would make this move from here to there.
 

cyborg009

Star Member
Mar 17, 2021
134
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Guys.. need your advice.. The phone number which I mentioned in my application isn't working anymore. Planning to update it via webform. Do you think it will impact my processing time?
 

lc1986

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