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Change from spouse sponsorship to express entry

pr_app_canada

Member
Jul 18, 2017
11
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I am being sponsored under spousal PR category. My application is under process and it seems to be taking forever. Is it possible at all to apply under express entry? I have checked and I am eligible with around 600 points. I should have used this option earlier but thought spouse was the faster way.

Can I fill out the express entry profile, wait for an invitation and apply under that if my current application is still being processed?
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
95,842
22,110
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
Yes - you can apply under Express Entry.
 

pr_app_canada

Member
Jul 18, 2017
11
0
Would it have any conflicts with establishing intent as the case officers see it. Spousal pr is so you can unite with your family whereas express entry is so you can work there.
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
95,842
22,110
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
No - no conflict. They are both immigration programs.