CAIPS code clarifications
Some applicants are confused about PSDEC 4. Please see here below :
Coding Instructions – Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System
(CAIPS) for applications received before June 26, 2010
As of April 15, 2009, two additional immigrant categories are used for FSW applicants found
eligible for processing. Please make the appropriate selection:
SW1 One year of continuous work experience in a NOC category
listed in the Ministerial Instructions
SW2 Arranged employment offer (AEO)
SW3 Temporary foreign worker (TFW) or international student
residing in Canada for one year and still in Canada
PSDEC coding
Note: All previous instructions to use PSDEC code 3, if no application is received within 120 days is
revoked. Please use PSDEC code 2 for all negative eligibility determinations, i.e. for applicants who
receive either the letter in Appendix D or E.
PSDEC 1 Eligible
PSDEC 2 Ineligible (negative final determination)
PSDEC 3 Withdrawn (applicant withdraws)
PSDEC 4 Administrative Withdrawal (recommended for further
assessment at visa office, for the exclusive use of the CIO)
Source : http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/manuals/op/op06-eng.pdf