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Can I apply under FSW-Inland after 2 or 3 months in Canada

Mykematt said:
Hello all,

I am anticipating a postdoc, and given the uncertainties regarding the pandemic, I want to get me and my family into Canada as soon as possible, even though I already have all the requirements to open an express entry profile. My plan is to apply after 2 or 3 months when I land in Canada, and so, be processed under FSW-Inland. So, my questions are

1) Is there a time frame that one must be in Canada for to make such an application?
2) If no, then won't I need to submit a PCC for Canada, which might prove difficult given that IRCC only asks for PCC for places where one has stayed for 6 months and longer?

PS: I don't want to wait for one year to apply under CEC, so, I am aware I would need to provide POF.

Thanks.
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@Mykematt Hello Myke, Sorry for Jumping in here - Can I just ask how you're planning to achieve the work permit under GTS? Do you already have an offer from an employer?
 
NagingerAsfi30 said:
@Mykematt Hello Myke, Sorry for Jumping in here - Can I just ask how you're planning to achieve the work permit under GTS? Do you already have an offer from an employer?
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No problem at all.
No I don’t have an official offer as yet. I think it’s the documents you submit and how you submit them that determines whether you qualify for the GSS processing time. I don’t think there’s a special platform for it. Does that help? Read the link I posted in an earlier response.
 
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Mykematt said:
No problem at all.
No I don’t have an official offer as yet. I think it’s the documents you submit and how you submit them that determines whether you qualify for the GSS processing time. I don’t think there’s a special platform for it. Does that help? Read the link I posted in an earlier response.
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To clarify: though the offer isn’t official yet, it’s almost as good as being official. So my inquiries here is just me planning ahead.
 
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Naturgrl said:
Just to note to be eligible for the 2-week processing (which is months now), your employer has to meet exemption conditions. Does your employer meet the conditions in the first place?

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...ssessment/employer-compliance-exemptions.html
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I only saw the other half of your message in my email. I agree. Now that I am beginning to see many hidden clauses with the work permit, I will get in the pool. I will be back with news of if and when I get an ITA. Thanks immensely for your time. I really appreciate it.
 
Naturgrl said:
Just to note to be eligible for the 2-week processing (which is months now), your employer has to meet exemption conditions. Does your employer meet the conditions in the first place?

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...ssessment/employer-compliance-exemptions.html
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One last question.

Do you know if job offer hasten EE processing time? If I wait and add the postdoc to my profile, and then claim points for it. Would that make any effect to the processing time of my PR?
 
Mykematt said:
One last question.

Do you know if job offer hasten EE processing time? If I wait and add the postdoc to my profile, and then claim points for it. Would that make any effect to the processing time of my PR?
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Job offer doesn’t give points unless you have the LMIA. What is your score without the job offer.
 
Naturgrl said:
Job offer doesn’t give points unless you have the LMIA. What is your score without the job offer.
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Without: 493
With (if I can claim under exemption from LMIA): 543

I am not really concerned about the points. I think I can get an ITA without the job offer points. I was asking about the processing time. Would they think "hey! this one has a job offer and is coming to work, let's fastrack his application?" :)
 
Mykematt said:
Without: 493
With (if I can claim under exemption from LMIA): 543

I am not really concerned about the points. I think I can get an ITA without the job offer points. I was asking about the processing time. Would they think "hey! this one has a job offer and is coming to work, let's fastrack his application?" :)
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There is no fast track. Have your employment letters ready to do? Assume you are under 30 since your score is strong. You will get an ITA since you have a PhD.
 
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Naturgrl said:
There is no fast track. Have your employment letters ready to do? Assume you are under 30 since your score is strong. You will get an ITA since you have a PhD.
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Hahahaha, damn those guys. Thanks mate. I really do appreciate your time and clarifications.
 
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