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December 2023 - Citizenship Applications

nikki89

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Jul 17, 2014
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So I joined the citizenship ceremony video 2 days ago and downloaded the e-certificate just yesterday (although we might have to wait 2-5 business days after the oath).
Hope all December applicants best of luck!

Btw, does anyone have experience applying for the new Canadian passport in Vancouver? I plan to do it in person but not sure the fastest way...
 

Yukoneer

Full Member
Jun 14, 2021
26
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Hi, I submitted my application back in October 2023 and got my AoR in November. I gave the citizenship test in December and then was called for interview in March 2024. After that, there hasn't been any update. On July 9th it will be exactly 8 months (processing timeline as per IRCC). I did send them a webform inquiry in June but didn't get any specific response from them. What should I do?
 

zaid9199

Full Member
Sep 28, 2020
47
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Hi, I submitted my application back in October 2023 and got my AoR in November. I gave the citizenship test in December and then was called for interview in March 2024. After that, there hasn't been any update. On July 9th it will be exactly 8 months (processing timeline as per IRCC). I did send them a webform inquiry in June but didn't get any specific response from them. What should I do?
You did the most. Once you pass processing timeline you may contact MP, and even that isn’t too promising. Just hope they start working on it soon.
 

luckyuser

Star Member
Feb 6, 2024
60
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Hi, I submitted my application back in October 2023 and got my AoR in November. I gave the citizenship test in December and then was called for interview in March 2024. After that, there hasn't been any update. On July 9th it will be exactly 8 months (processing timeline as per IRCC). I did send them a webform inquiry in June but didn't get any specific response from them. What should I do?
its down to 7 months rn btw
 

kyoussef

Star Member
Oct 10, 2019
131
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I am also still waiting for background. I called IRCC yesterday and they mentioned there is nothing I can do on it and the regular time line does not apply in my case.
Has anyone ordered before GCMS notes from
  • Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
  • Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
I am thinking of order GCMS notes from them to inquire about my background status.
 

seatosky_

Full Member
Jan 23, 2024
44
10
I am also still waiting for background. I called IRCC yesterday and they mentioned there is nothing I can do on it and the regular time line does not apply in my case.
Has anyone ordered before GCMS notes from
  • Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
  • Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
I am thinking of order GCMS notes from them to inquire about my background status.
Id love to know this too!
 

JagSidhu91

Full Member
Oct 7, 2019
22
27
I am also still waiting for background. I called IRCC yesterday and they mentioned there is nothing I can do on it and the regular time line does not apply in my case.
Has anyone ordered before GCMS notes from
  • Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA)
  • Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
I am thinking of order GCMS notes from them to inquire about my background status.
Same for me. Stuck at security check since last 4 months. I have sent ATIP request to IRCC, CBSA and CSIS. still waiting for response.
 

captainarabiia

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Mar 17, 2015
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Winnipeg
Visa Office......
Riyadh Visa Office
App. Filed.......
22-02-2018
Passport Req..
11-03-2018

jasperJ

Star Member
Mar 20, 2019
99
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I applied around first week of Dec 2023, finally was able to download my citizenship certificate today.

Did a few stupids things against law (not proud of them at all) after becoming a PR, almost jeopardized everything I have built in Canada from past 13 years but I was able to rectify them with help of good lawyers and good behaviour. I know I got a few (too many) chance, a lot of people will not, so please stay out of trouble especially if you are hoping for a Canadian Citizenship.


Office: Calgary
Applied on: Dec 9th, 2023
AOR: Dec 28th, 2023
Test invite: Jan 23rd, 2024
Fingerprint Request: Jan 25th, 2024
Fingerprints Done: Jan 26th, 2024
Test completed: Feb 12th, 2024
Fingerprint results received: April 4th, 2024
Background Completed: April 29th, 2024
Interview invite: Around May 20th, 2024 - Don't remember exact date
Interview Done: June 11th, 2024 (Very friendly experience, they asked basic questions to check language I guess, confirmed if everything is up to date on my application including criminality and verified my ID)
LPP completed: June 11th, 2024
Oath invite: June 14th, 2024
Oath Scheduled/Completed: July 4th, 2024
Downloaded certificate: July 8th, 2024
 
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