Abbreviations and their meaning

[KimPositive]

Hi guys,

When I started my application process a few months ago this forum helped me a lot. I got a good understand of needed documents, step by step instructions, timelines and other helpful insides.
Something I struggled with was the jungle of abbreviations. All these capital letter didn't make sense and I googled a lot to know what you guys were talking about ;D - it was enjoyable but overwhelming to be honest.

By now I think I got a good understanding of what the abbreviations stand for but still learning new stuff as my application process goes along.
I put this short list together and hope some newbie finds it helpful for her/his navigation and first steps through the threads.

It's a dictionary not an encyclopedia, therefore no detailed information of explanation.
This is not complete (so haters stop complaining) and some information are already covered by other topics but I still list them here.

It's a first introduction to the world of immigration language

AOR - Acknowledgment Of Reception
BG - Background check > IP - in process NN - not needed NS - not started
BOWP - Bridge Open Work Permit
CEC - Canadian Experience Class
CELPIP - Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
CIC - Canadian Immigration Center
COPR - Confirmation of Permanent Residence
CPC - Case Processing Center
CRS - Comprehensive Ranking System
DM - Decision Made
e-APR - electronic - Application for Permanent Residence
ECA - Education Credential Assessment
EE - Express Entry
eTA - electronic Travel Authorization
FST - Federal Skilled Trades
FSWP - Federal Skilled Work Program
IELTS - Internation English Language Testing System
IRCC - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
ITA - Inviation To Apply
LMIA - Labour Market Impact Assessment
LOE - Letter Of Explanation
NOC - National Occupational Classification
OINP - Ontario Immigration Nominee Program
PCC - Police Clearance Certificate
PGWP - Post Graduation Work Permit
PNP - Provincial Nominee Program
POF - Proof Of Funds
PPR - Passport Request
PR - Permanent Residence
RPRF - Right of Permanent Residence Fee
TRF - Test Report Form
TRV - Temporary Resident Visa
VAC - Visa Application Center
VO - Visa Office > NDVO - New Delhi Visa Office HK - Hong Kong Visa Office LVO - London Visa Office (and many more)

Stay positive, guys!
Kim

 

[xpressentry]

Thanks for the effort and I wont call you bro. You deserve a +1 for this. I hope this post is pinned.

 

[KimPositive]

I wont call you bro.

Hahaha, that made me laugh so hard! You are the best. :-*

 

[Tej9999]

+! for your good work...

 

[omarimam]

NOI: Notification of Interest

I guess you missed this one, great list, and great effort.

Thanks

 

[thinkshady]

Nice just one small correction AOR - Acknowledgment Of Receipt

 

[jes_ON]

CIC - Canadian Immigration Center

Nice job! Just another correction - CIC stands for "Citizenship and Immigration Canada," and that is the old name; the current name is IRCC "Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada"

 

[priyankaj]

Thanks

 

[godcilia_nate]

what does VCM stand for?

 

[Reign]

Hi guys,

When I started my application process a few months ago this forum helped me a lot. I got a good understand of needed documents, step by step instructions, timelines and other helpful insides.
Something I struggled with was the jungle of abbreviations. All these capital letter didn't make sense and I googled a lot to know what you guys were talking about ;D - it was enjoyable but overwhelming to be honest.

By now I think I got a good understanding of what the abbreviations stand for but still learning new stuff as my application process goes along.
I put this short list together and hope some newbie finds it helpful for her/his navigation and first steps through the threads.

It's a dictionary not an encyclopedia, therefore no detailed information of explanation.
This is not complete (so haters stop complaining) and some information are already covered by other topics but I still list them here.

It's a first introduction to the world of immigration language

AOR - Acknowledgment Of Reception
BG - Background check > IP - in process NN - not needed NS - not started
BOWP - Bridge Open Work Permit
CEC - Canadian Experience Class
CELPIP - Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program
CIC - Canadian Immigration Center
COPR - Confirmation of Permanent Residence
CPC - Case Processing Center
CRS - Comprehensive Ranking System
DM - Decision Made
e-APR - electronic - Application for Permanent Residence
ECA - Education Credential Assessment
EE - Express Entry
eTA - electronic Travel Authorization
FST - Federal Skilled Trades
FSWP - Federal Skilled Work Program
IELTS - Internation English Language Testing System
IRCC - Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
ITA - Inviation To Apply
LMIA - Labour Market Impact Assessment
LOE - Letter Of Explanation
NOC - National Occupational Classification
OINP - Ontario Immigration Nominee Program
PCC - Police Clearance Certificate
PGWP - Post Graduation Work Permit
PNP - Provincial Nominee Program
POF - Proof Of Funds
PPR - Passport Request
PR - Permanent Residence
RPRF - Right of Permanent Residence Fee
TRF - Test Report Form
TRV - Temporary Resident Visa
VAC - Visa Application Center
VO - Visa Office > NDVO - New Delhi Visa Office HK - Hong Kong Visa Office LVO - London Visa Office (and many more)

Stay positive, guys!
Kim

Hi! Di you know what VL stands for? Thanks