January 2023 - Citizenship Applications

[Danycad]

As far as I can tell, it started 21/03/2023 - so about two months after the AoR. So it took close to a year....

Thats great… i am stil seeing BG pending for folks with SS start date before March 15th 2023

 

[june394]

Thought I'd post an update. Finally a year later some movement on my MIL's application - Physical Presence and Prohibitions complete. Language and Background Check still in progress.

Type: Online application
Location: Toronto, ON
Physical Presence Days: 1163.5
Application: Single
Application sent: January 27, 2023
AOR: February 7, 2023

Physical Presence: March 5, 2024
Prohibitions: March 5, 2024

 

[aamool]

Journey's end!

Wife got invited for an oath ceremony on March 21st (not got the email, so don't know if it's in person or virtual). Will need to call and ask for the invitation email tomorrow in case she doesn't get it today.

I was joking with my wife that it seems they were trying to rush her application so it would not count towards the late application statistics - the speed at which this has progressed now makes me think this might actually be true!

During the radio silence from last July, I applied for notes four times (twice from IRCC, once each from CBSA and CSIS). Not sure if it helped with anything but to assuage the feeling of helplessness as the online application stretched on endlessly while the paper applications for the rest of the family was done and dusted in 5 months...

In any case, just want to wish everyone who is still waiting good luck. The wait seems interminable and it's easier said than done to be patient - but as long as everything is in order, this will ultimately get done.

 

[aamool]

Thought I'd post an update. Finally a year later some movement on my MIL's application - Physical Presence and Prohibitions complete. Language and Background Check still in progress.

Type: Online application
Location: Toronto, ON
Physical Presence Days: 1163.5
Application: Single
Application sent: January 27, 2023
AOR: February 7, 2023

Physical Presence: March 5, 2024
Prohibitions: March 5, 2024

I think there's a good chance they're trying to push it through before it becomes "late"

 

[june394]

I think there's a good chance they're trying to push it through before it becomes "late"

I hope so! Her application should be super straightforward, she doesn't even need to write the test or provide language proof. Not sure what's taking so long...

 

[GFLiam]

Those of us still stuck somewhere, the processing time is now 14 months as stated on IRCC's website. I tried calling this morning but the agent pretty much said that's a reference time and he could not (or would not, who really knows at this point) help push the application along. He said I can submit a webform, which I just did and I've reached out to my MP...see what happens...

Just want to give a little update. I sent the webform and as we all know, they may not even bother to reply to webforms, so I didn't get a reply there.

The MP office reached out to IRCC and IRCC basically told the MP office that the application time will be extended and they can't give a date on when will the final decision be made. Again, no reasons given as to why shall the file be extended. It doesn't seem like the MP can do much at the moment. Just to reiterate, IRCC's definition of non-routine applications is here (link), but my file doesn't fall in any of the items listed here. I maintain my position to say this "non-routine" definition is as arbitrary as it gets.

Just disappointing how everything is...

 

[Illusionist4008]

Just want to give a little update. I sent the webform and as we all know, they may not even bother to reply to webforms, so I didn't get a reply there.

The MP office reached out to IRCC and IRCC basically told the MP office that the application time will be extended and they can't give a date on when will the final decision be made. Again, no reasons given as to why shall the file be extended. It doesn't seem like the MP can do much at the moment. Just to reiterate, IRCC's definition of non-routine applications is here (link), but my file doesn't fall in any of the items listed here. I maintain my position to say this "non-routine" definition is as arbitrary as it gets.

Just disappointing how everything is...

I agree.

Im in 12 month now and my application is routine and I’m 100% sure if it crossed the 14 months they’ll just simply say “it’s non-routine now”.

 

[Sam1249]

We corssed our processing time!
gave them a call and since fingerprints were requested for my husband they said its non routine now.
Sent an email to mp and two days later we received a ghost update.
and mp said it might take upto two weeks

 

[ameens313]

Hello Everyone,

I'm still eagerly awaiting news on my Citizenship grant. Approaching the 14-month mark on March 24th. Surprisingly, my file, previously at IRCC Scarborough, was moved to Montreal on March 14th. The reason for this transfer remains unknown to me.
Here's the current status of my application:

• Location applied from: GTA, Ontario
• Applied: January 2023
• AOR: February 6, 2023
• Background completed: March 10, 2023
• Scheduled for Test: March 31, 2023
• Citizenship Test completed: May 9, 2023
• Interview Required: February 22, 2024
• LPP Completed: March 4, 2024
• Citizenship Ceremony: Not Started as of March 18th

Recent Updates:

• Ghost Update: March 6, 2024
• Ghost Update: March 14, 2024

Some additional insights:

• On March 12th, I contacted IRCC as there were no updates. The agent assured me that everything appears fine on their end and I should receive the Oath soon, but couldn't provide a specific timeframe.
• I emailed IRCC Scarborough on March 13th to schedule the Oath but received a response stating my application isn't ready yet and is awaiting clearances from partner agencies.
• Following up on March 14th, I called IRCC again and mentioned the email from Scarborough regarding the clearance holdup. After a brief hold, the agent informed me of a new update on my file indicating it's "all clear for oath," which aligns with the March 14th ghost update.
• Emailed IRCC Scarborough again on Mar 14, describing the correspondence with IRCC helpline. I got another email response within 15 mins. The response was that my application has been moved to montreal. Please reach out to IRCC helpline for any more details.
• March 15th, upon calling IRCC, the agent confirmed my application is with Montreal and there are no issues, indicating it's ready for the oath.
• As of March 18th, the ceremony status remains "not started."

Has anyone encountered a file transfer after background and LPP completion? If so, is this a standard procedure, or could my file be undergoing additional reviews, such as an E-Grant review?
Additionally, I've heard mixed reviews about the scheduling timeframe of the Montreal office for oaths. Can anyone share their experiences?

 

[forw.jane]

Hello Everyone,

I'm still eagerly awaiting news on my Citizenship grant. Approaching the 14-month mark on March 24th. Surprisingly, my file, previously at IRCC Scarborough, was moved to Montreal on March 14th. The reason for this transfer remains unknown to me.
Here's the current status of my application:

• Location applied from: GTA, Ontario
• Applied: January 2023
• AOR: February 6, 2023
• Background completed: March 10, 2023
• Scheduled for Test: March 31, 2023
• Citizenship Test completed: May 9, 2023
• Interview Required: February 22, 2024
• LPP Completed: March 4, 2024
• Citizenship Ceremony: Not Started as of March 18th

Recent Updates:

• Ghost Update: March 6, 2024
• Ghost Update: March 14, 2024

Some additional insights:

• On March 12th, I contacted IRCC as there were no updates. The agent assured me that everything appears fine on their end and I should receive the Oath soon, but couldn't provide a specific timeframe.
• I emailed IRCC Scarborough on March 13th to schedule the Oath but received a response stating my application isn't ready yet and is awaiting clearances from partner agencies.
• Following up on March 14th, I called IRCC again and mentioned the email from Scarborough regarding the clearance holdup. After a brief hold, the agent informed me of a new update on my file indicating it's "all clear for oath," which aligns with the March 14th ghost update.
• Emailed IRCC Scarborough again on Mar 14, describing the correspondence with IRCC helpline. I got another email response within 15 mins. The response was that my application has been moved to montreal. Please reach out to IRCC helpline for any more details.
• March 15th, upon calling IRCC, the agent confirmed my application is with Montreal and there are no issues, indicating it's ready for the oath.
• As of March 18th, the ceremony status remains "not started."

Has anyone encountered a file transfer after background and LPP completion? If so, is this a standard procedure, or could my file be undergoing additional reviews, such as an E-Grant review?
Additionally, I've heard mixed reviews about the scheduling timeframe of the Montreal office for oaths. Can anyone share their experiences?

To manage workload it happens.

 

[GFLiam]

We corssed our processing time!
gave them a call and since fingerprints were requested for my husband they said its non routine now.
Sent an email to mp and two days later we received a ghost update.
and mp said it might take upto two weeks

Good luck, my mp's office contacted them and I don't know if that did anything

 

[GFLiam]

Hello Everyone,

I'm still eagerly awaiting news on my Citizenship grant. Approaching the 14-month mark on March 24th. Surprisingly, my file, previously at IRCC Scarborough, was moved to Montreal on March 14th. The reason for this transfer remains unknown to me.
Here's the current status of my application:

• Location applied from: GTA, Ontario
• Applied: January 2023
• AOR: February 6, 2023
• Background completed: March 10, 2023
• Scheduled for Test: March 31, 2023
• Citizenship Test completed: May 9, 2023
• Interview Required: February 22, 2024
• LPP Completed: March 4, 2024
• Citizenship Ceremony: Not Started as of March 18th

Recent Updates:

• Ghost Update: March 6, 2024
• Ghost Update: March 14, 2024

Some additional insights:

• On March 12th, I contacted IRCC as there were no updates. The agent assured me that everything appears fine on their end and I should receive the Oath soon, but couldn't provide a specific timeframe.
• I emailed IRCC Scarborough on March 13th to schedule the Oath but received a response stating my application isn't ready yet and is awaiting clearances from partner agencies.
• Following up on March 14th, I called IRCC again and mentioned the email from Scarborough regarding the clearance holdup. After a brief hold, the agent informed me of a new update on my file indicating it's "all clear for oath," which aligns with the March 14th ghost update.
• Emailed IRCC Scarborough again on Mar 14, describing the correspondence with IRCC helpline. I got another email response within 15 mins. The response was that my application has been moved to montreal. Please reach out to IRCC helpline for any more details.
• March 15th, upon calling IRCC, the agent confirmed my application is with Montreal and there are no issues, indicating it's ready for the oath.
• As of March 18th, the ceremony status remains "not started."

Has anyone encountered a file transfer after background and LPP completion? If so, is this a standard procedure, or could my file be undergoing additional reviews, such as an E-Grant review?
Additionally, I've heard mixed reviews about the scheduling timeframe of the Montreal office for oaths. Can anyone share their experiences?

I know how whatever IRCC does don't seem to make any sense, but I'd much rather to be in your position than mine now....hopefully you get an oath invite soon

 

[GFLiam]

Another week of no news....

 

[june394]

Finally an update on Background check - completed as of Mar 19 (visible in the system on Mar 21).

Physical Presence: March 5, 2024
Prohibitions: March 5, 2024
Background check: Mar 19, 2024
Language: in progress (not applicable)
Test: not started (not applicable)
Ceremony: not started

 

[Danycad]

Finally an update on Background check - completed as of Mar 19 (visible in the system on Mar 21).

Physical Presence: March 5, 2024
Prohibitions: March 5, 2024
Background check: Mar 19, 2024
Language: in progress (not applicable)
Test: not started (not applicable)
Ceremony: not started

Congrats, do you know when was ur SS started ?