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I'm afraid I don't know the answer to this. Best to check with the attorney.

That is correct. It's only an average. The few people I've spoken to have a time frame of 10 - 18 months from start to finish.

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Thanks for info. Hope you got your application in in time. (y)

As of today, processing time has dropped to 26 months. Good news!

I think in the checklist somewhere on adaptability, it says to provide a copy of the person's PR card or passport? Mine was NA so I don't recall the exact requirements but should be on the checklist.

Q1: No I didn't submit a business plan. I just provided a synopsis of what I would be doing once I arrived. Q2: I didn't find this information anywhere but I expect this process to last over a year anyway. Processing time last time I checked was 35 months. Q3. It's the same as mentioned on...

A freelancer is a self employed person and I assume you have contracts, invoices, receipts, payment records, etc. Check here for proper definition - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=291&top=6.

Yes it is. Check the full list - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=291&top=6.

This link probably explains it best - https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/application-forms-guides/guide-4500-applying-permanent-residence-business-class-applicants-self-employed.html#4000E5

Application delivered to CIO today.

It's basically requesting for details of your financial assets, savings and liabilities i.e. credit card debt, mortgages, etc. 11A - all your savings and current account numbers and the current amount you have in them and any fixed deposit accounts you have. 11B - any property you have or...

It's currently at 35 months. The last time I checked, it was 50 months. I expect the actual processing time is much less than that though and 12 - 18 months is more accurate based on my research.

Application completed and dispatched via UPS today. The waiting game commences....

The funds for self employed are the same as the funds for every category I believe - https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/become-candidate/eligibility/proof-funds.html. If it's just you, then you should have $12,475.

Noted.

IELTS results received. Top grades. Waiting for final police report.

IELTS test completed. Results expected on Feb 4. Pretty much ready to send in my application once I receive the results.

I'm starting this thread for those who are considering sending in an application under self-employed category in 2018. @BaNana82 has been extremely helpful so far sharing his own process and timelines. I'm currently collating my documents and have the IELTS on Jan 20. Once I receive the...

You should check if that falls under the cultural activities part here - http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=291&top=6. There are specific job titles included so you know if what you're doing can be considered or not.