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BUFFALO APPLICANTS - File transferred to other VO due to Buffalo closing down

suduko

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Jan 30, 2012
189
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Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
September-2011
AOR Received.
February 2012
Med's Request
February 2012
prasamp said:
not to forget the GCMS notes :) thats another tool which was proved useless by your case.... way to go CIC!!

congrats bkd1969

but I am not sure why you are saying GCMS was useless?
 

unaseem

Hero Member
Nov 26, 2008
202
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Calgary,AB
Visa Office......
Buffalo
App. Filed.......
11 April 2011
Doc's Request.
RPRF and updated history on FEb 20, 2013
Nomination.....
PNP -Alberta
AOR Received.
Sept 2,2011
File Transfer...
16 MAY 2012 to Ottawa and In process on 26 July 2012
Med's Request
Sept 29,2011
Med's Done....
OCT 06,2011
Interview........
N/A
Passport Req..
March 15, 2013
VISA ISSUED...
MARCH 27, 2013
LANDED..........
APRIL 06, 2013
Today I recieved email from Ottawa asking same information which I sent them 2 times before. They asked me on 27 July and I sent them same day via email . then they sent me email on 16 August that we didnt receive requested information, again I sent them by email and by courier which was delivered very next day

Today again they email me that we requested u address of ur brother in law on 26 july amnd 16 august .since u didnt send us informatioon so we couldnot process your application ---they asked me to send asap

I dont know whts the problem with these guys-----is anyone has same experience----anyojne has Ottawa Phone number where i can directly talk to these guys

Thanks
 

curt_cobain

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Jan 31, 2012
369
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unaseem said:
Today I recieved email from Ottawa asking same information which I sent them 2 times before. They asked me on 27 July and I sent them same day via email . then they sent me email on 16 August that we didnt receive requested information, again I sent them by email and by courier which was delivered very next day

Today again they email me that we requested u address of ur brother in law on 26 july amnd 16 august .since u didnt send us informatioon so we couldnot process your application ---they asked me to send asap

I dont know whts the problem with these guys-----is anyone has same experience----anyojne has Ottawa Phone number where i can directly talk to these guys

Thanks
Have you replied on the same e-mail thread and got an acknowledgement (auto e-mail) before? Attach your responded e-mail and send them again. Also may call CIC so they can help you sort out the numbness of Ottawa.
 

unaseem

Hero Member
Nov 26, 2008
202
12
Calgary,AB
Visa Office......
Buffalo
App. Filed.......
11 April 2011
Doc's Request.
RPRF and updated history on FEb 20, 2013
Nomination.....
PNP -Alberta
AOR Received.
Sept 2,2011
File Transfer...
16 MAY 2012 to Ottawa and In process on 26 July 2012
Med's Request
Sept 29,2011
Med's Done....
OCT 06,2011
Interview........
N/A
Passport Req..
March 15, 2013
VISA ISSUED...
MARCH 27, 2013
LANDED..........
APRIL 06, 2013
I replied same email thread and received acknowledgment. Email from them today is also reply to my email ----they are really dump people ---
 

curt_cobain

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Jan 31, 2012
369
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unaseem said:
I replied same email thread and received acknowledgment. Email from them today is also reply to my email ----they are really dump people ---
;D...good joke from Ottawa. I believe your PPR is around the corner. Be persistent to your effort until you make them realize their stupidity. Also its good to be diplomatic, remind them you already have sent it and ask them if they need anything else. Until you get hold of Ottawa give it a try with CIC. Good luck.

Also I have a hunch you may need some sort of document as a verification in addition to the information. I am not sure, you can include this in your inquiry if you like.
 

mohanna

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Sep 2, 2011
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curt_cobain said:
You are May 16 transfer case, I guess they are working on your file. When you have GCMS you will know in details. Stay tuned.
Yes, my file was transferred in 16 May, I have sent a request to get GCMS notes, I think I will receive it by the end of the month, I hope to get the PPR before it!
 

Edmontonbound

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Mar 9, 2012
736
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Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
NOC Code......
2142
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
April 10, 2012
Nomination.....
Dec 07, 2011
AOR Received.
May 23, 2012
Med's Request
May 23 2012
Med's Done....
May 29, 2012 In Process.......:May 31, 2013
Passport Req..
Sep 04, 2013
VISA ISSUED...
Sep 03, 2013 PP Received w/ visa Oct 04, 2013
LANDED..........
Oct 18, 2013
curt_cobain said:
;D...good joke from Ottawa. I believe your PPR is around the corner. Be persistent to your effort until you make them realize their stupidity. Also its good to be diplomatic, remind them you already have sent it and ask them if they need anything else. Until you get hold of Ottawa give it a try with CIC. Good luck.

Also I have a hunch you may need some sort of document as a verification in addition to the information. I am not sure, you can include this in your inquiry if you like.
I would suggest to send a copy of a utility bill or something showing your brother's address.
 

smokhtari

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Sep 4, 2012
11
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I've applied through QSW and it's been a year since I sent my federal application. Just sharing my timeline as I'm getting more frustrated with this day by day! :'( My application went to Buffalo and back to Ottawa, not sure about the dates though. Looks like it'll be longer for couples, I have seen singles getting their PR in 6-7 months and couples still waiting after 14 months.

CSQ Issued: May '11
Application sent to Federal: Sep '11
Medicals done: Feb '12
ECAS:
- We received your application on Sep 10, 2011.
- We started processing your application on May 2, 2012
- Medicals results received.
 

syed_h_sha

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Oct 19, 2011
532
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Category........
Visa Office......
Bufallo now Ottawa
NOC Code......
2173
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
May 2nd 2011
Doc's Request.
Personal History requested on 07-02-2013
Nomination.....
no
AOR Received.
20-01-2012
IELTS Request
N/A
File Transfer...
Ottawa
Med's Request
18-09-2012
Med's Done....
24-09-2012
Interview........
Done with Quebec
Passport Req..
18-02-2013
VISA ISSUED...
01-05-2013
LANDED..........
in Montreal on work permit
smokhtari said:
I've applied through QSW and it's been a year since I sent my federal application. Just sharing my timeline as I'm getting more frustrated with this day by day! :'( My application went to Buffalo and back to Ottawa, not sure about the dates though. Looks like it'll be longer for couples, I have seen singles getting their PR in 6-7 months and couples still waiting after 14 months.

CSQ Issued: May '11
Application sent to Federal: Sep '11
Medicals done: Feb '12
ECAS:
- We received your application on Sep 10, 2011.
- We started processing your application on May 2, 2012
- Medicals results received.
Ok..look at my timeline. I guess you feel little bit relieved...
at least you done your medicals....
 

suduko

Star Member
Jan 30, 2012
189
1
Category........
Visa Office......
CPP-Ottawa
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
September-2011
AOR Received.
February 2012
Med's Request
February 2012
smokhtari said:
I've applied through QSW and it's been a year since I sent my federal application. Just sharing my timeline as I'm getting more frustrated with this day by day! :'( My application went to Buffalo and back to Ottawa, not sure about the dates though. Looks like it'll be longer for couples, I have seen singles getting their PR in 6-7 months and couples still waiting after 14 months.

CSQ Issued: May '11
Application sent to Federal: Sep '11
Medicals done: Feb '12
ECAS:
- We received your application on Sep 10, 2011.
- We started processing your application on May 2, 2012
- Medicals results received.

Hi I have exact same timeline as urs. Also applied as a couple.

not sure what happened with our files....when were they transferred to Ottawa....
 

noopurswadas

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Jun 13, 2012
67
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bkd1969 said:
DEAR ALL,

I CANNOT BELIEVE IT, BUT IT IS TRUE. AT 0927, EASTERN TIME, ON 09112012, I GOT MY PPR FROM OTTAWA !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PPR WILL BE PROCESSED IN DETROIT AND LANDING FEES REQUESTED.

I GOT THE FAVOR OF GOD!!! BEST WISH TO ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I WILL DRIVE TO DETROIT IN PERSON ON THIS THURSDAY OR NEXT TUESDAY TO GET STAMPED THE SAME DAY. 30 DAYS FROM TODAY IS THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT PASSPORT AND PAY LANDING FEES.
congrats ! but idont understand why i wasnt able to get my passport request and i did my medicals before you ?
 

curt_cobain

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Jan 31, 2012
369
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smokhtari said:
I've applied through QSW and it's been a year since I sent my federal application. Just sharing my timeline as I'm getting more frustrated with this day by day! :'( My application went to Buffalo and back to Ottawa, not sure about the dates though. Looks like it'll be longer for couples, I have seen singles getting their PR in 6-7 months and couples still waiting after 14 months.

CSQ Issued: May '11
Application sent to Federal: Sep '11
Medicals done: Feb '12
ECAS:
- We received your application on Sep 10, 2011.
- We started processing your application on May 2, 2012
- Medicals results received.
I don't think so, 2011 applicants processing time are completely messed up. You will find numerous single applicants waiting more than 15 months in this thread.
 

MasterGeek

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Jul 30, 2012
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Visa Office......
Buffalo/Ottawa
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
11-04-2012
AOR Received.
24-05-2012
Med's Request
24-05-2012
Med's Done....
30-05-2012
Passport Req..
12-07-2013
LANDED..........
August 2013
It seems like people who applied through Sydney, NS are given priority by Ottawa office
 

lepatissier07

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Nov 8, 2010
608
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Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo/Ottawa
NOC Code......
6241
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27.11.2010 CSQ 28.10.2011 FED
Doc's Request.
25.05.2011 CSQ
Nomination.....
20.09.2011 CSQ CSQ by Mail 11.10.2011
AOR Received.
11.02.2011 CSQ
IELTS Request
no
File Transfer...
02.05.2012
Med's Request
03.05.2012 AOR
Med's Done....
08.05.2012
Interview........
20.09.2011 CSQ
Passport Req..
04.10.2012
VISA ISSUED...
23.10.2012
LANDED..........
03.11.2012
@ Mastergeek

i agree...

i've seen that in another forum...i just didn't know that Sydney actually does some processing, i thought there just do the evaluation,...and then transfer it Ottawa...