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GCMS shows 'Security Screening' and waiting... - let's gather here!

UppersquareMedia

Full Member
Jul 27, 2023
36
17
Application stuck since Oct 2023 on Comprehensive Security check. I see there is a ghost update (application updated) on 28th August 2024 but I don't see any thing on the tracker. Any one have an idea regarding this?
Yes, I noticed exactly the same (application updated) on my GCKey over the weekend. And like you, I have been in SS since October 27, 2023. I have mixed feeling because my Medical also expired on August 31st and so I am not sure if that was the reason my application was updated or whether an agent finally worked on my file. Anyhow, we wait and see. Fingers crossed something good is loading.
 

Abdul4112

Full Member
Feb 8, 2021
30
20
Yes, I noticed exactly the same (application updated) on my GCKey over the weekend. And like you, I have been in SS since October 27, 2023. I have mixed feeling because my Medical also expired on August 31st and so I am not sure if that was the reason my application was updated or whether an agent finally worked on my file. Anyhow, we wait and see. Fingers crossed something good is loading.
Did yours also say the final decision:

  • August 28, 2024 Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.
 

tripko

Star Member
Oct 25, 2022
95
10
It means some agent opened your case, so in all situations it's a good sign for you, maybe your request will go forward.
I have ghost update May 23,2024 sry but I don't believe that its anything important.
I'm stuck on SS from Nov 28, 2023. Soon my medical will expire.
 

r_a

Full Member
Jan 22, 2024
48
23
Ottawa
Category........
CEC
Visa Office......
Edmonton
NOC Code......
21232
Job Offer........
Yes
App. Filed.......
31-01-2024
AOR Received.
01-02-2024
Med's Done....
13-04-2024
Just wanted to add my update here (if anyone else is in the same condition) to watch this thread. See my profile for my details.

Referring to this: https://www.getgcms.com/blog/what-is-security-screening-comprehensive-guide/#32-record-check-vs-comprehensive-check
PR applications that hit on an indicator and/or where an officer suspects that the applicant may be inadmissible should refer the application via a ‘comprehensive check.’
I ordered GCMS notes (Request date on GCMS Notes: 12 August, 2024) and it said the following under NOTES section:

NOTES: 2
Created Date: 2024/07/09
Updated Date: 2024/07/09
Restricted: N
Label: EE Eligibility
Office: Edmonton IRCC
Text: *OFFICER REVIEW* - APPLICATION: REDACTED

FOSS/GCMS NAI
CBSA lookout hit reviewed - no concerns - does not appear to be same person as PA


Since there was a hit on my name received, that's why probably my application was referred via a ‘comprehensive check.’

I verified this by checking the following section in GCMS notes called ADMISSIBILITY:

SUB ACTIVITIES

SUB ACTIVITIES: 1
Created Date: 2024/07/16
Updated Date: 2024/07/16
UCI #: REDACTED
Family Name: REDACTED
Given Name: REDACTED
Type: Security Screening
Status: Received by CBSA
SII Indicator:
Validity Date:
Status Updated Date: 2024/07/16
Due Date: 2024/08/15

As this event (16 July) is after the lookout hit (9 July), I presume the officer sent my application to comprehensive check after the hit. (Only a presumption)

Good luck to all who's waiting!
 
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Benz_Dhihya

Newbie
Sep 7, 2022
9
2
I have ghost update May 23,2024 sry but I don't believe that its anything important.
I'm stuck on SS from Nov 28, 2023. Soon my medical will expire.
Same for me, struggling with SS since last 14 May. How many times did you ordered the GCMS notes?
 

tripko

Star Member
Oct 25, 2022
95
10
Nothing its the same, I don't know how you guys are dealing with this, but I have a moments to pack my bags and just go back home.
 

derrell

Newbie
May 22, 2017
7
1
  • Applied for BCPNP based Non-Express Inland Entry PR: June 09, 2022
  • Received Acknowledgement of Receipt: January 23, 2023
  • Biometrics: January 27, 2023
  • Medicals Passed: February 08, 2023
  • Requested to Add Outland Spouse to Application: April 20, 2023 (Married on April --, 2023)
  • Submitted Requested Additional Documentation: June 05, 2023
  • Spouse Eligibility Reviewed and Added to Application: January 30, 2024
  • Medical Passed (Spouse): January 30, 2024
  • Biometrics (Spouse): February 02, 2024
  • Submitted Requested Additional Documentation: February 09, 2024
  • Security Check (Comprehensive): Since February 09, 2024 [CBSA Notes]
Contacted MP several times. MP cannot help with security checks.

Is anyone in a similar situation. Any idea when could the security check end ? I have seen several people with oct-dec 2023 security ending now.
 
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Ade1988

Newbie
May 24, 2019
5
2
  • Applied for BCPNP based Non-Express Inland Entry PR: June 09, 2022
  • Received Acknowledgement of Receipt: January 23, 2023
  • Biometrics: January 27, 2023
  • Medicals Passed: February 08, 2023
  • Requested to Add Outland Spouse to Application: April 20, 2023 (Married on April --, 2023)
  • Submitted Requested Additional Documentation: June 05, 2023
  • Spouse Eligibility Reviewed and Added to Application: January 30, 2024
  • Medical Passed (Spouse): January 30, 2024
  • Biometrics (Spouse): February 02, 2024
  • Submitted Requested Additional Documentation: February 09, 2024
  • Security Check (Comprehensive): Since February 09, 2024 [CBSA Notes]
Contacted MP several times. MP cannot help with security checks.

Is anyone in a similar situation. Any idea when could the security check end ? I have seen several people with oct-dec 2023 security ending now.
I am in same situation with you, submitted my application on 26th June 2022, NON-EXPRESS ENTRY, INLAND