CIC PROCESSING TIME CHANGED

[gabba50]

Some info about how from May 26 we can start chekin the status of our aplications, hopin this will get us
better info than the one we can get now, just hopin.

Which paper applications can I link to my online account?

Starting April 9, 2016, you can get more detailed status and your mail online for some applications. You will need to have an account. You can link the following paper applications to your online account:
•Visitor visa
•Work permit
•Study permit
•Visitor record

Statuses for applications submitted on paper under the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Federal Skilled trades program can already be checked online through your online account.

We will be adding new application types throughout the year:

May 26, 2016
•Family sponsorship (conjugal partner, common-law partner, spouse and dependent child) (Excluding applications to become a sponsor)

June 9, 2016
•Family sponsorship (other relatives, orphaned sibling, nephew, niece, grandchild, child to be adopted in Canada, child to be adopted by a permanent resident in Canada, parent and grandparent) (Excluding applications to become a sponsor)

July 23, 2016
•Canadian Experience Class (applications made before January 1, 2015)
•Federal Skilled Worker (applications made before January 1, 2015)
•Federal Skilled Trade (applications made before January 1, 2015)
•Provincial Nominee Program (applications made before January 1, 2015)


Create an account or sign in

MyCIC is used for all online applications. With your MyCIC account, you can submit your application online, pay your fees and check your application status.

You can either create a MyCIC account using your online banking login (Sign-In Partner) or a Government of Canada login (GCKey). MyCIC uses these logins for security purposes. Learn more about Sign-In Partner and GCKey.

After you create an account, you can start your application.

Sign in to your MyCIC account using:
•Sign in Partner (SecureKey Concierge), which uses your online banking information or
•GCKey, the Government of Canada credential.

If you don't have a MyCIC account, start by deciding which electronic credential you will use. Read more about how to access our online services through SecureKey or GCKey.

Continue to Sign-In Partner
•Use the same sign in information you use for other online services (for example, online banking)
•None of your information will be shared with CIC. Your Sign-In Partner will not know which government service you are using.
•You will temporarily leave Canada.ca to use your Sign-In Partner

View the full list of Sign-In Partners

Logos of Sign-In Partners

Continue to GCKey
•Sign in with a GCKey user ID and password if you do not use one of the Sign-In Partners
•Register for a GCKey user ID and password if you do not have one.

Thank you, here is the link for reference:
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1222&top=3

 

[AG317]

Can't wait for tomorrow!!

 

[flx2015]

Can't wait for tomorrow!!

what's up with this MyCIC thing? i'd never heard of this until now. won't it just provide the exact same info as ECAS?

 

[Sous02]

what's up with this MyCIC thing? i'd never heard of this until now. won't it just provide the exact same info as ECAS?

My guess is yes but I hope I am wrong!

 

[flx2015]

My guess is yes but I hope I am wrong!

well let us know what you find.

it's totally possible for them to provide more info by integrating MyCIC with GCMS. let's wait until tomorrow and see what they've done.

 

[ImABule]

My guess is yes but I hope I am wrong!

Well, the explanation does state it will provide a more detailed status.. Hoping that holds true!

 

[Landing_PR]

well let us know what you find.

it's totally possible for them to provide more info by integrating MyCIC with GCMS. let's wait until tomorrow and see what they've done.

I have an account with MyCIC for when I applied for my hubby's TRV. Let's see what they do with it. So far, there's no drop down to select family sponsorship since it starts tomorrow.

Also, with MyCIC, whenever they make a 'decision' or request info, it gets updated and you get an email which informs you that the application is updated and there's a msg for you. Please log in and check the status.

 

[Stuntxd9]

I have an account with MyCIC for when I applied for my hubby's TRV. Let's see what they do with it. So far, there's no drop down to select family sponsorship since it starts tomorrow.

Also, with MyCIC, whenever they make a 'decision' or request info, it gets updated and you get an email which informs you that the application is updated and there's a msg for you. Please log in and check the status.

I'm wondering if it'll be accessible by midnight?

 

[ImABule]

I'm wondering if it'll be accessible by midnight?

I'll be finding out in 8 hours and 18 mins

 

[Stuntxd9]

I'll be finding out in 8 hours and 18 mins

I'm sure "WE" will

 

[WardaKhoso]

Hey guys, I need urgent help on this! If anybody has experienced this please let me know!

I applied for my Canadian Student Visa on 12th of Feb 2016, but I haven't heard from the embassy till date! They haven't even asked for my medicals yet! Why is the long delay? I applied through VAC, whenever I track my application it says " Processed passport has been forwarded to Canada visa office Islamabad on 12/2/16. It's been more than 3 months. Does long delay usually means negative answer?

 

[AG317]

Guys, bad News. I just checked the website and we won't be able to check MyCIC tomorrow after all.
They changed the Date to July 23rd

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1222&top=3

Which paper applications can I link to my online account?

Starting April 9, 2016, you can get more detailed status and your mail online for some applications. You will need to have an account. You can link the following paper applications to your online account:

Visitor visa
Work permit
Study permit
Visitor record
Statuses for applications submitted on paper under the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Federal Skilled trades program can already be checked online through your online account.

We will be adding new application types throughout the year:

July 23, 2016

Canadian Experience Class (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Family sponsorship (excluding applications to become a sponsor)
Federal Skilled Worker (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Federal Skilled Trade (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Provincial Nominee Program (applications made before January 1, 2015)

 

[ImABule]

Guys, bad News. I just checked the website and we won't be able to check MyCIC tomorrow after all.
They changed the Date to July 23rd

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1222&top=3

Which paper applications can I link to my online account?

Starting April 9, 2016, you can get more detailed status and your mail online for some applications. You will need to have an account. You can link the following paper applications to your online account:

Visitor visa
Work permit
Study permit
Visitor record
Statuses for applications submitted on paper under the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Federal Skilled trades program can already be checked online through your online account.

We will be adding new application types throughout the year:

July 23, 2016

Canadian Experience Class (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Family sponsorship (excluding applications to become a sponsor)
Federal Skilled Worker (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Federal Skilled Trade (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Provincial Nominee Program (applications made before January 1, 2015)

Wow...

 

[Decoy24601]

Guys, bad News. I just checked the website and we won't be able to check MyCIC tomorrow after all.
They changed the Date to July 23rd

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1222&top=3

Which paper applications can I link to my online account?

Starting April 9, 2016, you can get more detailed status and your mail online for some applications. You will need to have an account. You can link the following paper applications to your online account:

Visitor visa
Work permit
Study permit
Visitor record
Statuses for applications submitted on paper under the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Federal Skilled trades program can already be checked online through your online account.

We will be adding new application types throughout the year:

July 23, 2016

Canadian Experience Class (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Family sponsorship (excluding applications to become a sponsor)
Federal Skilled Worker (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Federal Skilled Trade (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Provincial Nominee Program (applications made before January 1, 2015)

Guys, I think this is referring to applications other than spousal/common-law/conjugal. Before they listed spouses in a separate category for May 26th and the rest of family class (parents/siblings etc) for July 23rd I believe. I think they just removed the part that talked about spousal cases because that's supposed to come out tomorrow.

We'll have to see what the website says tomorrow.

 

[BethanyM]

Guys, bad News. I just checked the website and we won't be able to check MyCIC tomorrow after all.
They changed the Date to July 23rd

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1222&top=3

Which paper applications can I link to my online account?

Starting April 9, 2016, you can get more detailed status and your mail online for some applications. You will need to have an account. You can link the following paper applications to your online account:

Visitor visa
Work permit
Study permit
Visitor record
Statuses for applications submitted on paper under the Canadian Experience Class, Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Federal Skilled trades program can already be checked online through your online account.

We will be adding new application types throughout the year:

July 23, 2016

Canadian Experience Class (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Family sponsorship (excluding applications to become a sponsor)
Federal Skilled Worker (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Federal Skilled Trade (applications made before January 1, 2015)
Provincial Nominee Program (applications made before January 1, 2015)

Interesting it says for Family Sponsorship - excluding applications to become a sponsor

So, I thought it was only Canadians (including PR) who would have a MyCAS account.
Since the new information will not include the sponsors applicaition AND they don't advise the Sponsor of the progress of the Applicant's application
what exactly is the point of having MyCAS for Family Sponsorship ??? :