COPR and coronavirus
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CoPR expired in first week of May. I got three flight cancellations before I gave up due to CoPR expiry.
Hi Everyone
Is there anyone here applying from India/Mumbai?
Received the mail to submit my passport on March 10 and subsequently submitted the same on March 18 to VFS. On March 21 got an update from IRCC saying that my application was updated. Showed that it was 100% complete and the counterfoil was applicable till October. Guessing this was the COPR.
Just checked the status of my passport again through the VFS tracking link and it showed that it was still in transit. It has been so since March 21, especially since on March 24 the lockdown in India began.
Is there anyone in a similar situation here - Passport submitted and received COPR but waiting for VFS to let us know when to collect the passport? Since it's been close to 3 months, I do find myself getting anxious, with no word from VFS.
Thanks in advance for replying. Good luck with your respective applications!
Have a great day!
Is there anyone here applying from India/Mumbai?
Received the mail to submit my passport on March 10 and subsequently submitted the same on March 18 to VFS. On March 21 got an update from IRCC saying that my application was updated. Showed that it was 100% complete and the counterfoil was applicable till October. Guessing this was the COPR.
Just checked the status of my passport again through the VFS tracking link and it showed that it was still in transit. It has been so since March 21, especially since on March 24 the lockdown in India began.
Is there anyone in a similar situation here - Passport submitted and received COPR but waiting for VFS to let us know when to collect the passport? Since it's been close to 3 months, I do find myself getting anxious, with no word from VFS.
Thanks in advance for replying. Good luck with your respective applications!
Have a great day!
Yes I can understand we also did the same..done several attempts to reach canada before COPR expiry but all went in vain..
Guys seems the visa processing office may open next month it seems..see below link
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mea-tells-missions-to-resume-visa-services/articleshow/76500654.cms
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/mea-tells-missions-to-resume-visa-services/articleshow/76500654.cms
Hey guys..... I am a PR holder and my wife will be joining with here in September. I was planning to the extended lease of the current place where I am staying its private basement apartment with separate entrance, washroom, and kitchen. As soon as My wife I arrive I was planning to take leave from work for 14 days to follow quarantine protocol. But the only issue is that my landlords who are living on the main floor are elderly retired couples who may fall into the vulnerable category. But we rarely come in contact with each other in the driveway of our house, which could be avoided if we are even more careful. should I find someplace else because of this issue??? TIA
USA-Canada-USA (14 Day Quarantine) - Returned yesterday after 14 days (Thank you to those who provided me inputs). Here's my overview:
USA-Canada:
1) US side was crowded. I could not check in online so had to stand in the line at the airlines counter (few people did not even wear masks). Security check in had decent social distancing. Boarding mandated wearing masks - flight was practically empty.
2) Upon landing I had a quarantine plan sheet with details on where I am staying, etc. but wasn't asked
3) Immigration was straightforward - Provided friend's address as care of (c/o) and CoPR. Was only asked how much cash I was carrying - no proof of funds requested. CoPR stamped.
4) Customs: I had declared car for some reason - they took it out of the list saying its a separate import process. Rest was straightforward and stamped. The guy was new and said even if my old laptop died, I cannot import a new one (it has to be the old one)
14 Day Quarantine:
1) Pretty much stayed inside and followed rules to the tee (I was in one of the Marriott hotels)
2) For groceries, I did grocerygetaway. Also occasionally did doordash - Idea was to have as healthy diet as I can with some leeway for sanity
3) Did not get any calls - only two emails from the govt of canada. I called up public health to check when exactly I can leave, they gave me a date and I booked return tickets for that date.
4) I did not get SIN or Bank Account - Did not want to extend my days especially due to the looming executive order (I heard someone applied with US address - Not sure if that would work) - I also anyways mostly plan to move next year.
Canada-USA:
1) Canada side was much more organized. Mobile check in, so avoided the crowd at airlines counter. Not a single person was without mask, there was also 360 social distancing as well as wipes next to security check-in to wipe the boxes. Boarding mandated wearing masks - flight was packed.
2) US Immigration: Just took passport and stamped. Neither i-797 nor any questions were asked
3) US side landing was again crowded as you land at domestic side. Wore mask and face-shield. Took sanitizer bottles both ways.
Overall: I feel I made it back in the nick of time in this climate especially with the looming EO. For others trying to attempt USA-Canada, I would suggest wait for the EO. Like others did for me, I am open to help out if you have any questions - just ping me.
USA-Canada:
1) US side was crowded. I could not check in online so had to stand in the line at the airlines counter (few people did not even wear masks). Security check in had decent social distancing. Boarding mandated wearing masks - flight was practically empty.
2) Upon landing I had a quarantine plan sheet with details on where I am staying, etc. but wasn't asked
3) Immigration was straightforward - Provided friend's address as care of (c/o) and CoPR. Was only asked how much cash I was carrying - no proof of funds requested. CoPR stamped.
4) Customs: I had declared car for some reason - they took it out of the list saying its a separate import process. Rest was straightforward and stamped. The guy was new and said even if my old laptop died, I cannot import a new one (it has to be the old one)
14 Day Quarantine:
1) Pretty much stayed inside and followed rules to the tee (I was in one of the Marriott hotels)
2) For groceries, I did grocerygetaway. Also occasionally did doordash - Idea was to have as healthy diet as I can with some leeway for sanity
3) Did not get any calls - only two emails from the govt of canada. I called up public health to check when exactly I can leave, they gave me a date and I booked return tickets for that date.
4) I did not get SIN or Bank Account - Did not want to extend my days especially due to the looming executive order (I heard someone applied with US address - Not sure if that would work) - I also anyways mostly plan to move next year.
Canada-USA:
1) Canada side was much more organized. Mobile check in, so avoided the crowd at airlines counter. Not a single person was without mask, there was also 360 social distancing as well as wipes next to security check-in to wipe the boxes. Boarding mandated wearing masks - flight was packed.
2) US Immigration: Just took passport and stamped. Neither i-797 nor any questions were asked
3) US side landing was again crowded as you land at domestic side. Wore mask and face-shield. Took sanitizer bottles both ways.
Overall: I feel I made it back in the nick of time in this climate especially with the looming EO. For others trying to attempt USA-Canada, I would suggest wait for the EO. Like others did for me, I am open to help out if you have any questions - just ping me.
VFS india is already open for the passport back services for almost all the countries.But canada VFS is not in the list.We have to wait for that..Hopefully within a week we can expect the good news
Has it reached VFS and you opted for it to be delivered at your place? OR is it in transit from High Commission to VFS?
Yes ,, our passport is also stucked at vfs and it’s been stamped,, unfortunately it’s all locked after that. So I suppose your copr approved date will be after 18 March.