Feb 2019 ITA

[aamool]

Should we wait for instruction or communication to go for medical or once we have ITA (received this late last night) we can book for medicals?
CRS Score - 460

For express entry you should do an upfront medical exam. You need to take along your passport. Depending on whether or not the clinic you choose uses the eMedical system, you may need to carry photographs. Best to take a look at the IRCC website to find a convenient medical centre. In case you have any doubts about your health, you could do a pre checkup for peace of mind. Since you normally need to land in Canada within a year of the medicals, may make sense to delay as long as it doesn't risk missing your deadline.

 

[shyam15]

Agreed,ideally better to have documents like PCC ready beforehand

 

[shyam15]

Does anyone know list of documents needed at this stage?

 

[hc_mum]

Does anyone know list of documents needed at this stage?

Once you fill the ITA form then at the bottom left you will see a CONTINuE tab. Once u press that you will see list of documents to upload..

Also don't worry you can always come back to previous by logging out and again loging in. In case if you need to change any information

 

[hc_mum]

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Does anyone know list of documents needed at this stage?

Also. Documents needed depends on number of family members.
Primary applicant Docs:
1. All passports with biographical pages and all stamp pages ( no need for empty pages)
2. Medical letter ( you ll get from clinic after your test)
3. PCC ( for indians, u ll get it from nearest passport office, apply online and book appointment ASAP)
4. Marriage certificate ( if married)
5. Proof of funds
6 employment letter
7. Education docs ( ielts, ECA, degree, marksheets)

Same docs for spouse
For kids birth certificate compulsory

Also digital photos of self, spouse and kids

 

[hc_mum]

Should we wait for instruction or communication to go for medical or once we have ITA (received this late last night) we can book for medicals?
CRS Score - 460

Once you received ITA mail. No need to wait for anything
Just book medical appointment at nearest centre
Book PCC at nearest passport office
Apply for work ref letter from office
Get photos clicked.

Scan all your degree and marksheets. Passports.

As your actual wait start from the date you submit your eAPR and get AOR.

Hurry up to collect everything but spend lot of time while filling and uploading docs to avoid errors. ..

 

[shyam15]

I see total processing time from here will be approx 6 months ,based on experience from past candidates

 

[RitzM]

I see total processing time from here will be approx 6 months ,based on experience from past candidates

6 months is the minimum, for some,it went beyond 1 year

 

[hc_mum]

6 months is the minimum, for some,it went beyond 1 year

Wait time is counted from date of AOR. And Normal time 6 months.
Those who get with issues of medical and proof of funds. Their application get delayed.

 

[RitzM]

Wait time is counted from date of AOR. And Normal time 6 months.
Those who get with issues of medical and proof of funds. Their application get delayed.

okay..has anyone received in less than 6 months?

 

[abhishek_89]

@abhishek_89 Hi Abhishek, could you please help us all in this thread to know what are the next steps after ITA in detail.

Please check these links:
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/publications-manuals/operational-bulletins-manuals/permanent-residence/express-entry/applications-received-on-after-january-1-2016-completeness-check.html

https://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/threads/express-entry-in-a-nutshell.394158/

 

[abhishek_89]

okay..has anyone received in less than 6 months?

Nowadays 4-8 months is being observed as an average.
Yes, there are applicants who get it earlier too.

 

[Suchan]

oh lord. Need to schedule the medicals and proof funds . Thank god i got the PCC already.

Bloody medical exam is costing 1300 USD for me n spouse. WTF america.

 

[mau123]

Hey guys. Joining this threat, as I have also received invitation to apply on February 20, 2019! Let's do this.

 

[ven289]

Thanks for the instant reply

Btw, what docs should we carry for the medicals? Is passport only required?

they need your PAssport and US Issued ID for Medical Examination.