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Work permit (from outside Canada)

Afterglow

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May 21, 2023
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Oh my dear I applied WP based on PNP online (New Delhi) office on March 5 2023 and still waiting they just updated my Biometric and still they didn’t even open my file don’t know what’s going on
I applied on 10 March from Singapore and just waiting for PPR now. it’a been 23.5 weeks. Have you received any result?
 

newcan2022

Newbie
Jun 24, 2022
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I applied online for LMIA exempt closed temporary work permit (from outside Canada - India) on May 28, 2023 and didn't get Biometrics Collection Letter yet (as of June 1). Can someone please share their timeline for recent Work permit (from outside Canada) application?

My Timeline:
Biometrics Collection Letter - ????????
Submission Confirmation - May 28, 2023
Confirmation of Online Application Transmission - May 28, 2023

Hey Krishna,
Did you receive WP?
 

shreyas12

Hero Member
Aug 3, 2023
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Hello thread!

Does anyone know what's the realistic timeline of SOWP at the moment? I have submitted biometrics and Medical Exams upfront for the application!

TIA!
 

BA101

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Nov 29, 2021
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Hello thread!

Does anyone know what's the realistic timeline of SOWP at the moment? I have submitted biometrics and Medical Exams upfront for the application!

TIA!
There is no such thing as realistic timeline
Every application is handled differently
Based on the current country of residence of the applicant, the timeline will vary
One must pass Eligibility to get approved
 

shreyas12

Hero Member
Aug 3, 2023
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There is no such thing as realistic timeline
Every application is handled differently
Based on the current country of residence of the applicant, the timeline will vary
One must pass Eligibility to get approved
The work permit outside Canada for India on the processing times link for IRCC is shown as 8 weeks, is that the timeline I assume? Because I have read other threads that say it takes somewhere between 4-6 months for SOWP.
 

BA101

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Nov 29, 2021
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The work permit outside Canada for India on the processing times link for IRCC is shown as 8 weeks, is that the timeline I assume? Because I have read other threads that say it takes somewhere between 4-6 months for SOWP.
8 weeks is an average only

it can take longer than that based on application

4 months is reasonable
 

Spreet

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Jul 17, 2022
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i had my pnp approved from nivascotia (applied from india) ,in may , i applied work permit on 6 june , i got work permit refusal on 1sept saying that -

You were not able to demonstrate that you will be able to adequately perform the work
you seek.

i had everything perfect , they approved pnp but not work permit,my pr application still in process.
 

Naturgrl

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Apr 5, 2020
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i had my pnp approved from nivascotia (applied from india) ,in may , i applied work permit on 6 june , i got work permit refusal on 1sept saying that -

You were not able to demonstrate that you will be able to adequately perform the work
you seek.

i had everything perfect , they approved pnp but not work permit,my pr application still in process.
So wait for PR application to be approved. Your application must not have been “perfect” as you said.
 

Spreet

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Jul 17, 2022
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So wait for PR application to be approved. Your application must not have been “perfect” as you said.
i mean as per paper work , i was satisfied. but now i am worried about my pr application too , the time for skilled worker is 17 months . should i just wait till the time?
 

Naturgrl

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Apr 5, 2020
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i mean as per paper work , i was satisfied. but now i am worried about my pr application too , the time for skilled worker is 17 months . should i just wait till the time?
What is your NOC? And how did you show you can perform the work with education, work experience and language. Your employer would have not have offered you the job if you didn’t meet criteria. Yes, your PR application could be refused if you didn’t prove your qualifications. What does your employer say given they will have to wait a long time for an employee?
 

Spreet

Full Member
Jul 17, 2022
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So why did you say pipefitter as that is a totally different NOC? What is your experience as a food supervisor? Something weird going on.
435052 was my mistake , actual noc is 92012.
its a job offer from factory . on this my pnp was approved , i got aor of my pr application as well. is it often happen , with pnp also there are refusals .