BOWP - How many of you have applied and received it successfully?

[Netblizz183]

I applied for my BOWP on July 9th and received the approval today!

Hi, congrats. Did you apply by paper or online application?

 

[Netblizz183]

Hello,

I applied for BOWP with family (wife-SOWP and son visitor visa) via paper application and Vegreville received it on August 8th.
My work permit will expire in November same as my wife's work permit and our son's visitor visa.
Hopefully we'll get a positive response from CIC by first week of September.

 

[tfcfan1]

Hi,

Just wanted to share some timelines for those still waiting

BOWP
Applied Jul 16 (night)
Email from CIC with approved status: Aug 9 (11 am)

Good luck all!

 

[milleth082002]

Applied BOWP , OWP for my spouse & child, SP for child online Aug 7. Received confirmation online received Aug 8. Expiry WP sept 12, PR waiting for PPR, aor received june 6, 2013. Just sharing my timelines.

 

[zammo55]

When I completed the tool to apply, and updated the code to my CIC, under Optional Documents is Upload Schedule 1, but no document is supplied to upload so can I leave this blank?

Also I need to submit the form Statutory Declaration Of Common Law for my partner and I, but will this need supporting evidence as when we applied for permanent residency? On the 'Help' pop up it says you do, but was wondering if this is just generic or not?

Thanks

Anyone got any insight into these please?

 

[lydiabehan]

Hi, congrats. Did you apply by paper or online application?

Thanks I applied online

 

[ganapathi]

K thnks alot for ur rply.
Wifes photoes can be uploded in supporting docuemtns.Does it accept it
Moreover where should i upload my old workpermit and my wifes visitor document.

 

[tom_brave]

Hi,

When i try apply BOWP for me and my spouse online, after series of questions system shows the Fee details as below.

Work Permit , Qnty-2, Price(per unit) -$155, Total - $330
Restoration of status - Qnty - 1, Price(per unit) -$200, Total - $200

Could some one help with my below questions
1. What is that second (Restoration of status)? Is this the one usually comes with BOWP?
2. Qnty shows - 1.. is this applicable only for Primary applicant?

 

[LPS]

^ Restoration means getting your permit reinstated after it has expired.

It should not be there, as BOWP cannot be applied for during restoration (you must apply before your permit expires).

 

[sooperdice]

I applied online on July 23rd and received the approval message today Aug 12th.

 

[zammo55]

When I completed the tool to apply, and updated the code to my CIC, under Optional Documents is Upload Schedule 1, but no document is supplied to upload so can I leave this blank?

Also I need to submit the form Statutory Declaration Of Common Law for my partner and I, but will this need supporting evidence as when we applied for permanent residency? On the 'Help' pop up it says you do, but was wondering if this is just generic or not?

Thanks

Anyone?

Also on form IMM5710, under background information No.2 c) Have you applied to enter or remain in canada? Would I say yes and state the two IEC work permits I received, and the years?

 

[ljiljka007]

Hi everybody. I applied for BOWP online 10 days ago, and I just received an email that my application has been updated.

But when I logged in there's no update. Not single one since the day I applied.

Is that something normal? Do they send those emails by mistake?

Thanks!

 

[MenicMonday]

^Don't mind those. Look out for "A new message is available..."

 

[ljiljka007]

^Don't mind those. Look out for "A new message is available..."

Ohhh, ok. Thanks for the help!

 

[Pal2014]

Hi Guys,

First of all, thank you all for your help !!! You are doing very good job. Helping many unknown guys including me.

I have been reading post on this form and submitted my CEC application on May 23rd, 2014. Received AOR on July 8th, 2014. Submitted BOWP application online on July 28th, 2014. Checked application status today (August 11th) and found that application is approved. It took only 15 days though CIC website says 24 days. Now waiting for hard copy of the BOWP and VR for kids. Wanted to update my experience with BOWP, it might help some of you.

Principle Applicant (me) - Documents provided for BOWP:
(1.) IMM5710E - Main Application. Answers to 2a & 2b - Not Applicable - BOWP. Q3 thru Q7 - Blank.
(2.) Passport Copy except blank pages.
(3.) Marriage Certificate
(4.) IMM 5713E - Use of Family Member Rep Form
(5.) My Photo
(6.) IMM5257B - Schedule 1
(7.) Explaination Letter + AOR Letter + Valid WP + Additional Sheet about Employment togather as one PDf

Spouse Application for BOWP - Documents submitted:
(1.) IMM5710E - Main Application. Answers to 2a & 2b - Not Applicable - BOWP. Q3 thru Q7 - Blank.
(2.) Passport Copy except blank pages.
(3.) Medical Proof. It was about to expire in September 2014
(4.) IMM5257B - Schedule 1
(5.) Same Explaination Letter + AOR Letter + Valid WP togather as one PDf

Child - Visiting Record Extension
(1.) IMM5708E - Main Application
(2.) Passport Copy except blank pages.
(3.) IMM5257B - Schedule 1
(4.) Same Explaination Letter + AOR Letter + Valid WP togather as one PDf

My wife was on Visitor Visa earlier and now submitted for BOWP togather. I didn't provide photos for spouse and child because I could not find place to upload online but explained it in the explaination letter that I can provide in email if needed. They didn't ask for any photo. Both BOWPs and child Visitor extension approved for one year.

I just want to share my experience guys. I have used information provided on this form and it works fine. Good luck to all who have applied and Congrats to all who have received.

Thanks
Palu