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I am not trying to "pick" at your recommendations for solutions here, but please don't use websites for official government and immigration information that are not issued by the government. Often times websites like these may have the appeal of being informative, but often incorrect and riddled...

It looks like you are a Canadian/American couple who filed outland, correct? Just curious, what concerns does the VO have with you to make you go through the interview? You mentioned you ordered GCMS notes, do they say anything? Just wondering for my own info, you'll make it through this though

OMG totally! My hubby didn't do his for 5 years (independent contractor, self employed) and I made him do it before we filed for sponsorship. He owed like 12k to the CRA (which seemed fair). He called them to talk it out over the phone and they were so nice that they lowered the amount owing to...

Ok take it easy on being an expert on other people's experiences. If you read that thread of my experience, I clearly stated that I intended to leave Canada and actually did leave Canada a month later. CBSA was convinced I was lying to them and it was painfully apparent that I was not being let...

I second this comment. I was not lying to CBSA but they THOUGHT I was. I ended up playing along and they were well and happy to let me through once I agreed with what they thought even though that's not what was going on at all.

Ok first off, you're already married to a Canadian, so don't show up with lots of luggage. Minimal is best to prove you're not "moving" yet. If they think you're moving because you have lots of stuff, you're not getting in. If they look through your stuff and find things like a toaster or photo...

This is an application to EXTEND your stay, not apply for a new one. You can only get a new one AT A BORDER. And there's nothing you can do to make 100% sure you will be allowed into Canada. It's up to the border agent to determine this. You can increase your chances of being successful by...

This is 100% accurate. I got a visitor record when I crossed into Alberta and it was issued at the land border. It was issued on April 1, 2014 and valid for 6 months. It clearly says in all capital letters "NOT VALID FOR RE-ENTRY" I had to go back home to California in May to get eye surgery and...

I would err on the side of caution and say that volunteering is not a good idea. I am in the same position as you, I am waiting for my application to go through and I am bored out of my mind insane, Lol. However, my husband and I make house projects to keep busy like building a dining room...

Post this question to the skilled worker forum… this forum is about Sponsoring Family to be Permanent Residents of Canada.

ummmm….. are you being sponsored for permanent residency by your spouse? If yes, then are you applying inland or outland? If inland, you will send the open work permit application with your sponsorship application and you will be approved for the open work permit in 10 months. If you applied...

Actually this is hilarious because the majority of Canadians whom I have met so far up here (Alberta) haven't filed their taxes in years! I have never met so many people who don't care about filing taxes as I have in Canada, LOL. I guess CRA doesn't instill the fear of god in Canadians the way...

The best things to bring would be: marriage certificate, receipt of application fee paid, and proof of ties to US. This is all from personal experience of crossing after marriage but before PR application was sent. Being married to a Canadian from a visa-exempt country is not a "red flag". The...

Tell them you're visiting your husband while getting your PR paperwork in order. If they ask you further questions, be 100% honest with them. DO NOT LIE. Trust me, they appreciate honesty. They also appreciate to see people following the rules, so if you can, try to pay your application fee and...

It says Spouse: Decision Made, sent your SA letter Then for mine it says: Application Received, Medical Results received thatssss itttttt lol

I am a US citizen in Stage 2 of PR process and I COMPLETELY AGREE with Keesio. I actually fully plan on renouncing my US citizenship once I have Canadian Citizenship down the road (asap!). Technically, if you don't file your annual tax return in the USA no matter where in the world you are or...

I haven't gotten my AOR 2 yet either :( I got my SA on May 24th, still nothing from Ottowa

Thanks so much for the info!

Quick question, I can't find an answer on other threads… For ECAS log-in, we have been tracking my application progress (SA) with my husband's log-in and UCI number. HE has been approved as a sponsor and now my portion is being sent to Ottowa (outland). Do I now have to use my info to log-in to...

Keep in mind if you file an application INLAND, you should not leave Canada at all during the process especially since you've been out of status.