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I agree with Ponga and would be as specific as possible. The UK is a weird case as while Scotland, Northern Ireland, England, and Wales are technically countries, together they form a sovereign state. Still, I'd be specific and name them individually. Don't think of it in terms of what CIC can...

That's awful. Hopefully, you'll be able to get into Canada quickly. Where are you applying from? You can check the spreadsheets to see how fast your VO is processing applications. Letters from his adopted father and close friends would be good to include, too.

Sounds like you complement each other well! I'd suggest including lots of photos over the entirety of your relationships accompanied with written explanations (when, where, etc). I didn't include phone records and stuff like that as I have lived with my spouse for 15 years, so I can't advise you...

I think it depends on what other proof exists. For example, if you've been married for years, have kids together, file joint tax returns, etc., then they're probably not that bothered about Instagram posts – although it wouldn't do any harm to send that stuff, too. What bureaucratic proof do you...

No worries. I'm glad we're using the right form! Thanks for the advice. As the settling PR, I'll declare the car.

Thanks for the reply, CDNPR2014. We've got all of the import/export paperwork for the car sorted, we're just trying to figure out what the best approach is to declaring it. From what you say, it doesn't sound like there's a problem having one form each. By the way, what's a B184? We're looking...

I'm moving to Canada as a Permanent Resident with my Canadian wife who has lived outside Canada for almost 5 years. Our plan was that she would declare our household stuff at the border, while I'd declare the car. Consequently, we'd have two BSF 186 forms when we cross the border together. Is...

Just to clarify: you brought your car into Canada and then initiated the import after it was in Canada for three months? Does the paperwork have to be submitted at the US border by hand or can I fax/email it 72 hours beforehand? We've already spoken to our insurance agency and they're cool...

Okay, cool. Thanks for the help! I should go back and re-read the online info, as I didn't realise that I didn't have to complete the import there and then on the same day.

I meant regarding when they check that it is up to scratch (e.g., running lights, no tinted windows, etc.). Is part of that not provincial? Aren't landing and importing the car related, because the car is a possession to be declared upon landing?

Thanks for the discussion! It's interesting to hear about people's experiences. We'll be crossing the border in BC with the car and then driving right across the country to Nova Scotia. (Epic road trip!) So, I'm having to figure out the logistics of landing in a different province to where the...

I wonder if you're overthinking this. My understanding from previous threads is that you're young (21?) and it's quite common for people of that age to take time to travel around a country for an extended amount of time (e.g., as part of a gap year). If asked, you're going to see your...

I'd suggest that each person write only one letter, but that you spilt your cover letter into sections and refer to these letters numerous times in different sections. For example, we had a "Proof of relationship" section and a "Moving back to Canada" section (i.e., proof that we're actually...

Thanks! It's a big relief to finally have the piece of paper in my hand.

My understanding (based on this webpage http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/newcomers/after-checklist.asp#crossing2) is that there are two interviews when landing: one for checking documents, the other for declaring your personal belongings.

Ah, I see. Sorry, I didn't realise you applied inland.

Congrats on landing! :D I'm a bit confused about the interview, though. Did you only have to book an appointment because you live in Canada already? (That is to say, if you're entering from another country you just turn up?)

Perhaps this is obvious, but I think it also helps to lead them through the evidence in your cover letter. (This is true for the other aspects of your application, too).

Thanks for the reply and offer of help, simpsol22. Is there anything you know now that you wished you knew beforehand? Is there anything that you would've done differently?

We sent bank statements to show that we were transferring our assets into Canadian bank accounts, as well as letters from relatives in Canada stating that we intended to move back to be closer to them.