iav12 said:
Hi guys
I received mail from CIC asking for my fingerprints done for RCMP and FBI background check along with sealed envelope to be opened by RCMP or fingerprint accredited company.Has anybody had same situation in the past? I did fingerprints today and sent mail to USA for FBI clearance. My AIP was approved jan.30. and I applied paper OWP day after AIP. and still waiting
Now my question is
whats next in the process?
My OWP will be processed after they received background check ?
How long do I have to wait for FBI and RCMP reports ?
When should I expect my work permit?
Thanks
A fingerprint RCMP request occurs in something like ~10% of cases. This is done when they need to confirm identity. For example, someone with similar biographical data as your (name and/or date of birth) has a criminal record, they wish to ensure you are not that person and fingerprints are the most foolproof way to do so.
Processing times are posted on the CIC website: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/times/index.asp
Currently they report 59 days for a paper application. The OWP shouldn't be tied to the criminal records checks as far as I understand it, but someone else here might have experienced the same thing and would have more relevant informaiton.