Authorization to return to Canada.

[John013]

Can anyone tell me what the procedure for applying for ARC is when you have a passport that doesn't require a visa? The visa application is not needed, is it? and finally I didn't see where the papers have to be sent? Is there an email or an address?

Why do you need an ARC? Do you have a spousal sponsorship application in process?

 

[Annie17]

My family and I lived in Canada for five years until 2008, and we had applied for citizenship while there. In 2008 we were denied citizenship and moved back to Serbia where we live now (but we have Croation passports with which we wouldn't need a visa). We then found out that we were classified as deported from Canada and would need an ARC to return to visit my grandparents and mothers family who live there and are citizens. My mother would like to go to Canada and visit her family but we couldn't find any detailed information about he process, that is which documents we need to send and where. And also if you know, because she would be traveling with a passport which doesn't require a visa, when should she apply for the eTA? after the ARC is answered or during the ARC application process? Thanks a lot in advance!

 

[John013]

My family and I lived in Canada for five years until 2008, and we had applied for citizenship while there. In 2008 we were denied citizenship and moved back to Serbia where we live now (but we have Croation passports with which we wouldn't need a visa). We then found out that we were classified as deported from Canada and would need an ARC to return to visit my grandparents and mothers family who live there and are citizens. My mother would like to go to Canada and visit her family but we couldn't find any detailed information about he process, that is which documents we need to send and where. And also if you know, because she would be traveling with a passport which doesn't require a visa, when should she apply for the eTA? after the ARC is answered or during the ARC application process? Thanks a lot in advance!

So how did you find out you were considered deported? It seems you left out of your own free will, or was there a removal process before you left? You could try to just apply for the ETA, it doesnt cost much and if there are any problems with your admissibility they will let you know. Here is more info on how to apply for the ARC.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/inadmissibility/reasons/authorization-return-canada.html

 

[Annie17]

So how did you find out you were considered deported? It seems you left out of your own free will, or was there a removal process before you left? You could try to just apply for the ETA, it doesnt cost much and if there are any problems with your admissibility they will let you know. Here is more info on how to apply for the ARC.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/inadmissibility/reasons/authorization-return-canada.html

We did, we left on our own, we weren't removed nor did the government pay any expenses for us when we left. My sister and I tried visiting our grandparents when we were minors about five years ago and they stopped us at the border and told us that we were counted as deported and would need ARC the next time we wanted to come. They let us visit with a special permit then, but we had to pay a huge fine.

 

[Annie17]

I've read the link that you sent even before asking these questions but what was unclear to me was that is seemed strange that I would only need a copy of my passport, pictures and the written letter to send to the embassy. It seemed kind if informal without any other forms or applications so I was wondering if anyone here had some experience in a similar situation.

 

[FW-SandA]

Hello,

I had posted some questions about ARC in this forum before but did not get much help. I am writing again hoping to get some useful feedback.
I was deported from Canada in 2004. My PR application is under process right now. I was nominated by Saskatchewan province under SINP-OID category.

Yesterday, I received a letter from CIC asking to pay $1500 for the tickets, $400 for ARC processing and
"A written statement describing the circumstances leading to your removal from Canada, an explanation of any special considerations that apply in your case that you wish an officer to consider when assessing your request, as well as any supporting related documents."

Could you please give me some tips about writing the statement?

After the fee payment, how much time does it take to get the ARC?

After ARC clearance, how much time does it take to get the PPR?

Thank you. Any help is very very much appreciated.

SA​

 

[John013]

Hello,

I had posted some questions about ARC in this forum before but did not get much help. I am writing again hoping to get some useful feedback.
I was deported from Canada in 2004. My PR application is under process right now. I was nominated by Saskatchewan province under SINP-OID category.

Yesterday, I received a letter from CIC asking to pay $1500 for the tickets, $400 for ARC processing and
"A written statement describing the circumstances leading to your removal from Canada, an explanation of any special considerations that apply in your case that you wish an officer to consider when assessing your request, as well as any supporting related documents."

Could you please give me some tips about writing the statement?

After the fee payment, how much time does it take to get the ARC?

After ARC clearance, how much time does it take to get the PPR?

Thank you. Any help is very very much appreciated.

SA​

I take it you got either a deportation order or an exclusion order back in 2004. Their request seems pretty self explanatory though, you write a bit of why you lost status and why you were deported, you can write about why you need an ARC now namely sponsorship/provincial nominee, maybe talk about work experience and or eeucation you have done in th mean time.
ARC process can take up to 3-6 months feom what i read on the forum, after you get it it could still take a couple more months to finish to get PPR.

 

[bajanannie]

I have a question. Cic sent my a letter requesting repayment of removal expenses, but I haven' even applied for or paid for the ARC application as yet. Anyone knows if my arc has been finalized? I also have an interview on February 21, 2018

 

[FW-SandA]

I take it you got either a deportation order or an exclusion order back in 2004. Their request seems pretty self explanatory though, you write a bit of why you lost status and why you were deported, you can write about why you need an ARC now namely sponsorship/provincial nominee, maybe talk about work experience and or eeucation you have done in th mean time.
ARC process can take up to 3-6 months feom what i read on the forum, after you get it it could still take a couple more months to finish to get PPR.

Thank you, for your reply. It was a departure order which turned into deportation.

Do you think that the processing of my ARC is at the final stage since they asked me to pay for the tickets and ARC processing?
I submitted my application in October 2016. This waiting time is killing!

 

[John013]

Thank you, for your reply. It was a departure order which turned into deportation.

Do you think that the processing of my ARC is at the final stage since they asked me to pay for the tickets and ARC processing?
I submitted my application in October 2016. This waiting time is killing!

Yes, i do think they are at the final stage of processing your application, after the ARC stage they should be about finished.

 

[BlackDiamond]

I have a question. Cic sent my a letter requesting repayment of removal expenses, but I haven' even applied for or paid for the ARC application as yet. Anyone knows if my arc has been finalized? I also have an interview on February 21, 2018

It probably is a good sign. It could also be that they want to ensure they receive their revenue ahead of time, regardless of the decision. But I pray that it is because your almost done...Frustrating having to guess about everything though.....

 

[bajanannie]

It probably is a good sign. It could also be that they want to ensure they receive their revenue ahead of time, regardless of the decision. But I pray that it is because your almost done...Frustrating having to guess about everything though.....

I read that they only ask for repayment only if u have an approved ARC. I guess we'll find out the answer in 4 more days. Ugggghhh, this can drive a person insane.

 

[BlackDiamond]

I read that they only ask for repayment only if u have an approved ARC. I guess we'll find out the answer in 4 more days. Ugggghhh, this can drive a person insane.

Yeah let's wait and see. I would be happy if that was the case, becuase they asked me for repayment and I have not yet received a yes.

 

[bajanannie]

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Yeah let's wait and see. I would be happy if that was the case, becuase they asked me for repayment and I have not yet received a yes.

Did you pay the $400.00 fee already?

 

[FW-SandA]

Yes, i do think they are at the final stage of processing your application, after the ARC stage they should be about finished.

I was given 17 days to pay and send the letter not even 30 days as some people claim. Any one knows why??