BOWP Validity?

[mattb123]

Hi All,

If I apply for PR under CEC, get AOR in 45-60 days and then apply immediately for BOWP, and get it after 30ish days... will the BOWP stay valid for the year if my PR application is rejected? Could I be asked to leave the country or something and would that trump that?

I am doubtful that my application will be ultimately successful, but there is a chance that it will be so I am going to apply. Want to cover my bases on this BOWP thing though.

 

[honeysingh]

Hi All,

If I apply for PR under CEC, get AOR in 45-60 days and then apply immediately for BOWP, and get it after 30ish days... will the BOWP stay valid for the year if my PR application is rejected? Could I be asked to leave the country or something and would that trump that?

I am doubtful that my application will be ultimately successful, but there is a chance that it will be so I am going to apply. Want to cover my bases on this BOWP thing though.

No you dont have to leave the country if your PR gets rejected (God forbid!), you can stay in canada untill the BOWP is valid.

Good Luck

 

[bhopali]

By any reason your PR application gets rejected, you can stay in a Canada until your BOWP is valid. And again if you apply for PR and receives an AOR, you would be eligible to file new BOWP application or may ask for an extension on your existing BOWP.

 

[saitron]

I dont think so. BOWP is valid until a decision is made on the PR application. In the letter of request, the individual clearly identifies the intention of procuring the BOWP which states procurement is to extend stay until a decision is made on the application. The 1 year validity is just a reference provided by CIC for a potential closure on the PR application.

If the decision is negative, BOWP stands null and void and the individual has 90 days to restore status.

I havent been able to elicit accurate info from the lawyers too. If there is an operation bulletin which clearly states otherwise, please share the same.