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Thank you! I’ve been reading up on dual intent after your post. Very useful information.

Maybe a straightforward question but one that I can’t find a clear answer about. I’m planning to return to Canada after 17 yrs in Japan. I’ll be returning with my two minor children (both have citizenship and passports) and Japanese wife. When questioned by CBSA about our reason for arrival, is...

I appreciate the reply. I’m in a very stressful situation right now after losing my long term employment. I’m still under contract until next April but then we will start the process of moving back to Canada. I’ve already done the citizenship paperwork for my kids and they have Canadian...

Does that mean they could be faster… or slower? I’ve been looking at the averages posted in the spreadsheets on this site but the information is very incomplete. I suspect that when the pr is approved many posters in this form stop updating. I feel like this might be the best way too. The...

She is from Japan.

Thanks for the above replies. Given our situation, is it recommended to start the outland process now or wait until we arrive to start the inland process. Current processing times have outland taking 22 mths. That’s a very concerning amount of time…

I’m in a similar situation. I’m wondering the most efficient way for my wife to obtain an open work permit. Currently the outland applications are taking 22 mths (according to the website). we’re hoping to arrive together, her as a visitor, and then apply for inland once we have settled.

Hi, I’m a Canadian living in Japan for 20 years. My wife and I are planning to move to Canada in August 2023 with our 2 children. We would like her to be able to get an open work permit as soon as possible. Is it possible for us to move back to Canada and then start the process for an inland...