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Update for the spreadsheet: I received my passport back from Ottawa yesterday. I went to Niagara today to flagpole and am now PR - finally all done :) Thanks for all the help/advice and work people put in to run this forum, it really is a great help and tool for all those going through this...

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knew how long it takes for the passport to be returned after passport request? I got a passport request from Ottawa and submitted it last week. I have been offered a job but they want me to start asap and want to know when I expect the passport. Does anyone...

Thanks Taffy! I already submitted my Bolivia police certificate with the original application. They wanted an updated one but you can only get a new one if you are living in the country as you require a permanent address. The police certificate was issued in March and I left in June (but...

Does anyone know if you are able to work as soon as you land as PR? Do you have to wait to receive your PR card or SIN number or is it allowed to start work immediately? Thanks!

Hi all, Apologies for an overdue update...I got a passport request from Ottawa on 19/11/2015. I am not sure why they requested my passport though since I am British, it is maybe because I was living in Bolivia for the past few years and have my temporary residence there. As well as the passport...

Hi all, I got DM last week and now just got an email from CIC saying the following, any help would be really appreciated as I am confused about what to do. If these conditions apply to any of your family members, you must inform the Visa Office immediately: lima.immigration@international.gc.ca...

Hi all, I found the forum a while back when applying but not been that involved since. I realised it would be useful for my details to be added to spreadsheet though for future applicants. Thankfully I got DM today!! -Date application received in Mississauga: March 20, 2015 -Whether you...

Hi all, I just submitted my application for spouse visa yesterday!! Will I receive an email from CIC confirming receipt or will I now not hear anything until we get Sponsor Approval? Thanks!!

Hi all, I am a UK citizen currently a Bolivian resident. I need my police certificates from here translated from Spanish to English and an affidavit with them. My question is - does the affidavit need to be in English or is it ok in Spanish? I cannot find an English speaking Notary so only...

I am a UK Citizen but am currently a resident in Bolivia due to my work. A couple of questions: 1) For my document checklist do I use the British Information Guide (IM3901) or the Latin America (IM3908) guide? It says 'depending on where you live' but some of the requirements in the Latin...