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HJAMAL1998

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Hey all,
Quick question. Although I know that CIC is planning on arranging virtual citizenship ceremonies, I was wondering how long it takes for them to reach out with the ceremony date? (If anyone) I haven’t received any yet plus I gave my test in the beginning of March And passed. The application Status still says in process.
Thank you.
 
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HJAMAL1998 said:
Hey all,
Quick question. Although I know that CIC is planning on arranging virtual citizenship ceremonies, I was wondering how long it takes for them to reach out with the ceremony date? (If anyone) I haven’t received any yet plus I gave my test in the beginning of March And passed. The application Status still says in process.
Thank you.
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1/ It appears that the only virtual ceremonies are for some of those whose Oath date was cancelled. I assume you weren't given an Oath date.
 
Hi all, I am wondering the same I did my exam mid february and passed, still haven't heard back on a date for the ceremony. However, I know someone who did the test in March and has already been called for the oath. Is it normal that someone who did the exam later gets called first?
 
It’s long way to wait that mine ceremony got cancelled at the end of March, still no news for the virtual ceremony
 
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Kanapolka said:
Hi all, I am wondering the same I did my exam mid february and passed, still haven't heard back on a date for the ceremony. However, I know someone who did the test in March and has already been called for the oath. Is it normal that someone who did the exam later gets called first?
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In which office have you given the citizenship test.
 
My oath ceremony was scheduled for March 21st and then cancelled due to covid. After waiting patiently, I sent an inquiry using the IRCC web form to asl when it can be re-scheduled. Here is their response:

Thank you for contacting Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).

Given that public health authorities continue to recommend social distancing to limit the spread of COVID-19, all in-person appointments are cancelled until further notice:

If you had an in-person appointment scheduled at a local IRCC office you will be contacted at a later date for the rescheduling of your appointment.

Regarding landings for permanent residence and other immigration services at the port of entry (POE):

  • You should not travel to a POE to apply directly to a border services officer.
  • Travelling to a POE from inside Canada for the purpose of getting immigration services is not considered essential travel, and you will not receive these services.
We invite you to consult our website regularly. It will be updated as the situation evolves.

We thank you for your patience during this difficult time.

We hope the information provided is helpful in assisting you with your enquiry.
 
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