First, congratulations on the attempted CC charge. You are one step away from the golden email.
Relax! CC charge is done by CIC for 3 times with weeks or even months interval. So you have 2 chances more.
Before you attempt a solution, I believe CIC has tendency to commit some errors in charging. Take for example the
recent post in the international thread in which a user claims that CIC's first attempt was the same as yours (error in expiration date) followed by a correct one. It's good to know that they are human too. You are not alone.
Anyway, here's what I think you should do:
1. Try calling the bank again and tell them about the situation and ask them to allow the charge to go through.
2. Prepare an addendum package including the new payment form and a cover letter explaining your situation and send
via UPS (I cannot stress this more). There is a UPS center in SM Megamall. Guaranteed 3-4 days! Medyo mahal lang ng konti.
3. Call CIC
on a daily basis, explain your situation and prepare to divulge the following information:
NAME
DATE OF BIRTH
PASSPORT NUMBER
COUNTRY of ORIGIN
UCI NUMBER (if with one)
Application date received at CIO and who signed it
and
most important is the tracking number of the addendum package you sent them and what date will they expect it to arrive.
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Every second counts now. Although I believe they will charge it right the 2nd time around. Number 2 and 3 is just a backup for peace of mind.
Go!!!