Applying for study permit and spousal open work permit together

[VR Han]

Hello everyone,

I got an admit from a public research university for a masters program (I already have a masters but I applied to this masters because it would further enhance my skills and knowledge) and planning to take my kid and spouse along with me
Age: 32
Spouse's Age: 37
Child: 2 years 5 months

I am planning to apply for my SP and my spouse's open permit at the same time via SDS from India. Planning to apply at least by end of this month. Following are my questions. I would really appreciate if you can answer these questions

1. Is it possible that my SP gets approved but the decision on spouse's file gets delayed?
2. The current processing time for a complete SP application via SDS is 20 days. Is it that quick? Can I expect the decision for my spouse during this time frame or at least by mid August?
3. The current processing time for open work permit shows 51 weeks. Is this also applicable for SOWP applied along with SP?
4. I am also planning to apply for PR (expecting an ITA) at the same time but a bit afraid that I will have already apply for SP by that time. Can you please suggest an good licensed immigration consultant to help me with the application process for SP and PR at the same time?

Any other advices regarding my situation are welcome. Thank you in advance

 

[Naturgrl]

Hello everyone,

I got an admit from a public research university for a masters program (I already have a masters but I applied to this masters because it would further enhance my skills and knowledge) and planning to take my kid and spouse along with me
Age: 32
Spouse's Age: 37
Child: 2 years 5 months

I am planning to apply for my SP and my spouse's open permit at the same time via SDS from India. Planning to apply at least by end of this month. Following are my questions. I would really appreciate if you can answer these questions

1. Is it possible that my SP gets approved but the decision on spouse's file gets delayed?
2. The current processing time for a complete SP application via SDS is 20 days. Is it that quick? Can I expect the decision for my spouse during this time frame or at least by mid August?
3. The current processing time for open work permit shows 51 weeks. Is this also applicable for SOWP applied along with SP?
4. I am also planning to apply for PR (expecting an ITA) at the same time but a bit afraid that I will have already apply for SP by that time. Can you please suggest an good licensed immigration consultant to help me with the application process for SP and PR at the same time?

Any other advices regarding my situation are welcome. Thank you in advance

1. Yes
2. SDS has not been 20 days in years. Expect at least 14 weeks.
3. Yes, it may take that long or it is processed with your permit.
4. Can’t suggest anyone.

 

[AliMay]

Hello everyone,

I got an admit from a public research university for a masters program (I already have a masters but I applied to this masters because it would further enhance my skills and knowledge) and planning to take my kid and spouse along with me
Age: 32
Spouse's Age: 37
Child: 2 years 5 months

I am planning to apply for my SP and my spouse's open permit at the same time via SDS from India. Planning to apply at least by end of this month. Following are my questions. I would really appreciate if you can answer these questions

1. Is it possible that my SP gets approved but the decision on spouse's file gets delayed?
2. The current processing time for a complete SP application via SDS is 20 days. Is it that quick? Can I expect the decision for my spouse during this time frame or at least by mid August?
3. The current processing time for open work permit shows 51 weeks. Is this also applicable for SOWP applied along with SP?
4. I am also planning to apply for PR (expecting an ITA) at the same time but a bit afraid that I will have already apply for SP by that time. Can you please suggest an good licensed immigration consultant to help me with the application process for SP and PR at the same time?

Any other advices regarding my situation are welcome. Thank you in advance

1. Yes
2. No. My SP took 1 month before it was approved. Check the processing time here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html
3. Not sure, because my spouse (way back 2020) his OWP got approved after 5 days. But out application was separate. But you can still check here' https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/check-processing-times.html
4. Sorry I don't know since I'm doing DIY