computergeek said:
Generally, AIP is six months after you file, which would be May 2013. However, because you have a failed refugee case it will likely go for an interview. Normally, CBSA will defer enforcement of a removal order as long as their is an in-process in-Canada class sponsorship application. The AOR will provide evidence that you've filed such an application.
Mimi, like computergeek said, having a failed refugee case will likely raise some red flags on your case and increase the chances that you will be asked for an interview which could delay your AIP by up to 2 years. Once you get your AIP, CBSA will put a 'stay' on your removal order meaning that it will not be enforced. Until then, it is up to the judgment of the CBSA officer whether to defer the enforcement of your removal order or not and you risk deportation.
Therefore I suggest sending every evidence you can possibly send to convince the IO that your relationship is genuine. Send them a box if you have to, but do send them all the pictures, chat logs, phone logs with each other's phone numbers highlighted, joint bank account statements, joint lease........ anything you can think of. Even though you have already sent in your application, you can always send in another package, but make sure you add a cover letter stating very clearly your UCI or application number so they can match it to your file. Then order your GCMS notes to see what they think of your application. Normally, somebody screens the application and notes down potential weaknesses such as not enough evidence, etc.
But don't worry too much: I know some people from this forum, my husband included, who have had a refugee claim denied and still managed to get AIP without going for an interview. You just have to send in enough evidence to counteract the red flags, that's all!
