Hey everyone
I need some help regarding extending the 30 days deadline that we have to get the medical tests done. Has anyone ever done it and what's the procedure?
Thanks
As soon as you can, submit
a web fom detailing why you are unable to meet their deadline, with
your proof of why not, if possible.
https://secure.cic.gc.ca/enquiries-renseignements/canada-case-cas-eng.aspx
Under: Your enquiry (required), state your application #, situation and reasoning for requiring an extension. If you already have an appointment scheduled but it falls outside the 30 day deadline, just let them know, and upload the proof on the next page.
On the next page you'll have the opportunity to upload documents: consider including a short letter stating why you need more time. Perhaps upload your emails or attempts at scheduling, or your travel document dates if you must travel to get it done and it fails to fall within their deadline.
Anything that supports your reasoning for needing an extension can be uploaded along with a short, simple note explaining your situation in webform. If the doctor's office simply cannot schedule you in time, but you have an upcoming appointment, provide those appointment details. *Be sure to quote your application #, UCI along with your names / birthdates in the notes and in your correspondence.*
Do your medical test as soon as possible and try to ensure the approved doctor uses the
e-medical system. This will help upload the results in a more timely manner.
Once your medicals are done and submitted asap, you'll be fine. At this point, they cannot cancel or return your application over
one missed deadline. They are legally obligated to provide you with at least one more opportunity to meet these requirements (according to a previous phone call I had with IRCC about documents and deadlines) or provide a 'final warning' to you based on one or more missed deadlines. For the first missed deadline, they will re-contact you on the appropriate BFD (bring forward date) and set a new date to check back to your application; it is definitely best for you to explain why you cannot meet their requirement. Proceed to have your medicals done and submitted as soon as you can. Not to worry, basically!