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

waynezhang1995

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May 9, 2019
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can someone tell me if Security Initiated and then In Process meaning a security screening ? its been 1 months already
Dont worry too much man. My security started in mid May and still processing too. Same simple background. I know at least 2 friends in the same situation, waiting for security for more than 2 and half month. We all have so called “simple” backgrounds, and i really dont believe we were all selected for SS unless they screening all applicant. The election is coming this year, and it makes sense for them to prioritize citizenship applicants. In other words, out security result may have already been generated but the officer may be busy with other things and have no time to review. Try not to compare your cases with others, it all depends on the Visa Office, the officer, and the way and the approach how they prioritize all kinds of applications.
 
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sheeponthetree

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Jul 3, 2019
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Dont worry too much man. My security started in mid May and still processing too. Same simple background. I know at least 2 friends in the same situation, waiting for security for more than 2 and half month. We all have so called “simple” backgrounds, and i really dont believe we were all selected for SS unless they screening all applicant. The election is coming this year, and it makes sense for them to prioritize citizenship applicants. In other words, out security result may have already been generated but the officer may be busy with other things and have no time to review. Try not to compare your cases with others, it all depends on the Visa Office, the officer, and the way and the approach how they prioritize all kinds of applications.
Thank you so much for the reply.

I had same thoughts like yours at the very beginning. but my friends in same office and completed MR and ADR at same time as me, got their PPR and landing interview just within 1 week... but I did not... thats why makes me feel worried.

Yes, but I will still order CBSA notes to get know more details, so I can plan my schedule for upcoming 1 year. its been processed for more than 18 months now. they may just began the SS process... which means another 1 year or so. OMG this one drives me crazy... I
 

mghicho

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Mar 8, 2017
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Hey guys
Here my timeline
Aor : 27 Aug 2018
Ip2 since aor
Biometric and MEP : september 20 , 2018
Ghost update : feb 4 2019
ADR : government table feb 5 2019
SS : feb7 ( as per CBSA notes)
In progress by CBSA : feb 8
Ghost update : July 22
Remedical request july 23
Remedical done july 30
Medical passed Aug Aug 2
Ghost update Aug 3
Ppr : Aug 5
Copr : Aug 8
There is always light at the end of tunnel
Keep Hope
congrats,
how long did it take for the CBSA notes to arrive?
 

Eugene12

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Nov 15, 2018
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I sent an email to Ottawa for an update on my file...... Got this reply

Good day,


Your file is currently under review and requires additional verifications. As a result, the assessment period will be outside of our posted processing times
.

This is the first time I got a reply like this which says, it requires additional verification.......
Is it generic response or something else..... Do I need to be worried about it??
Sure it's generic. I've received exactly the same recently. CSS since 1 May 19
 

Eugene12

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Nov 15, 2018
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Do ur notes show it is in comprehensive security screening?
Yes, I ordered CBSA notes and this is clearly stated in the security section. Unfortunately, besides there is comprehensive security screening, it appeared my wife and I both put under it. 2,5 months already passed: her status is in progress and mine - blank.

SS is out of control of IRCC, they will tell you nothing about SS...

the only confirmed way is to order CBSA notes.
yes, you are quite right, GCMS are not helpful at this stage
 

sheeponthetree

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Jul 3, 2019
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Yes, I ordered CBSA notes and this is clearly stated in the security section. Unfortunately, besides there is comprehensive security screening, it appeared my wife and I both put under it. 2,5 months already passed: her status is in progress and mine - blank.


yes, you are quite right, GCMS are not helpful at this stage
oh, do you mean Security Screening does not mean Comprehensive screening ??

So your SS just passed within 2.5 months ? thats not too long actually.
 

saani

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Jul 29, 2017
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My medical expired on 31st of july.
Now my account shows “you don’t need a medical exam”
What does it mean? Is it medical extension?
 

mghicho

Star Member
Mar 8, 2017
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Yes, I ordered CBSA notes and this is clearly stated in the security section. Unfortunately, besides there is comprehensive security screening, it appeared my wife and I both put under it. 2,5 months already passed: her status is in progress and mine - blank.


yes, you are quite right, GCMS are not helpful at this stage
How long did it take for the CBSA notes to arrive?
 

Eugene12

Full Member
Nov 15, 2018
41
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oh, do you mean Security Screening does not mean Comprehensive screening ??

So your SS just passed within 2.5 months ? thats not too long actually.
In my case they put us under CSS at once I passed the eligibility and criminality. I know this is just the beginning. It usually takes from 6 to "who knows how many" months for a single person. Mine is for 2 so...

How long did it take for the CBSA notes to arrive?
37 days, just a week longer than GCMS notes.

My medical expired on 31st of july.
Now my account shows “you don’t need a medical exam”
What does it mean? Is it medical extension?
Don't now how med extension is indicated, in general, this means your old med exam expired and they didn't finish all security checkings. There should be a new request after completion.