CEC Forms with a Canadian Spouse

[acbarnes]

Hi everyone,

Been trying to find more info on this, and CIC's phones have been stonewalling me (too busy, won't put me on hold).

I'm applying for PR using the CEC process. I have a Canadian spouse (married). Does anyone know if I still have to provide detailed information for her, such as travel history (5562), background information (5669), and additional family information (5406)?

Also, to double check, I'm under the impression that I can still use CEC over a Common Law application, and that the CEC is more straight forward and faster (I already have all the work experience).

I guess there is one final question too. Is the Bridging Work Permit an actual permit (that I can enter and exit Canada under), or is it simply a fancy name for implied status (I can keep working as long as I don't leave Canada)?

Thanks!

 

[jes_ON]

I'm applying for PR using the CEC process. I have a Canadian spouse (married). Does anyone know if I still have to provide detailed information for her, such as travel history (5562), background information (5669), and additional family information (5406)?

If she is already a canadian Citizen, she is not part of the application. You need to write a letter of explanation (I am married to... She is a Canadian citizen... Attached is a photocopy of her birth certificate/passport..."). You only need to mention her on the "Additional Family Information" form.

Also, to double check, I'm under the impression that I can still use CEC over a Common Law application, and that the CEC is more straight forward and faster (I already have all the work experience).

Not sure what a "common law" application is, assume you mean family class. Yes, CEC is more straight forward and usually faster.

I guess there is one final question too. Is the Bridging Work Permit an actual permit (that I can enter and exit Canada under), or is it simply a fancy name for implied status (I can keep working as long as I don't leave Canada)?

BOWP is an open work permit. You have to be in Canada when you apply, but after you get it you can enter/exit...

 

[acbarnes]

Great, thanks for the info, and for the super quick reply!

Yeah, I meant family class.

 

[skinnybob]

Regarding BWOP, you can leave/exit as long as you are from a visa exempt country...or you will need a TRV