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How long are current processing times??

JuliAnne23

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Feb 9, 2009
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I noticed that the CIC's page on processing times haven't been updated in some time and they don't seem to be very clear on what they include when they say "processing times".

My husband and I are applying for him to sponsor me into Canada so we can finally be together! We've already spent the last two years apart and we're getting restless... and since we are trying to save money right now we haven't been able to see each other as much as we used to nor will we be able to for a while. I'm in the U.s so my visa should be processed in Buffalo once its completed in Missisauga(not sure on the spelling) I was just curious if anyone had any idea what the current processing times are for both offices... I know times vary depending on circumstances but like once they receive our application in CAN how long does it usually until everything is finalized and I'm am actually able to move up there?.

Also, how often do they require personal interviews and what determines whether they do a personal interview or not.... and if they do decide one is necessary how long does that process take... or how much does it slow things down.

I'm restless and missing my husband.
 

PMM

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Jun 30, 2005
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Hi

JuliAnne23 said:
I noticed that the CIC's page on processing times haven't been updated in some time and they don't seem to be very clear on what they include when they say "processing times".

My husband and I are applying for him to sponsor me into Canada so we can finally be together! We've already spent the last two years apart and we're getting restless... and since we are trying to save money right now we haven't been able to see each other as much as we used to nor will we be able to for a while. I'm in the U.s so my visa should be processed in Buffalo once its completed in Missisauga(not sure on the spelling) I was just curious if anyone had any idea what the current processing times are for both offices... I know times vary depending on circumstances but like once they receive our application in CAN how long does it usually until everything is finalized and I'm am actually able to move up there?.

Also, how often do they require personal interviews and what determines whether they do a personal interview or not.... and if they do decide one is necessary how long does that process take... or how much does it slow things down.

I'm restless and missing my husband.
1. Mississauga 38 days.
2. Buffalo 3-9 months for 80% of applications.
3. Interview, if there are any doubts about the bona fides of the relationship.

PMM