PGWP Application Submitted Today - Few Questions

[architgarg]

Helllo everyone,

I just submitted my PGWP application today (Aug 19, 2025) right after completing my Masters program this month. I applied as soon as I received my official transcript and Verification of Program Completion (VPC) letter

I have a few questions and would appreciate advice from others who have gone through this recently:

1. UCI not showing – In my GCKey account, under “Applicant Information,” my UCI isn’t showing up, even though I did enter it in the IMM5710 form. Is this normal?
   
   
2. Skipped IMM5257 – I did not include IMM5257 (Schedule 1) because I read it’s for TRV applications and not required for PGWP. It was marked “optional,” and some posts suggested uploading it can even create confusion. Hoping this won’t impact my PGWP application.
   
   
3. Submission Confirmation only – Right now, I only see the submission confirmation in my messages tab, nothing else yet. Is that expected for now?
   
   
4. Processing time – The portal says it can take up to 6 months. For those of you who applied recently, what’s the actual average timeline you’re seeing these days?

Any insights or personal experiences would really help. Thanks in advance!