Lukemulholland said:
Thanks for the response.
Im in the UK, The VISA was received by the Mississauga office on November 7th 2012. So it hasn't been long. haven't had any approval of such yet. I heard it takes around 35 days to hear anything back...
I think it would be safer that my partner went on her own? until I hear anything back at least.
First stage is 35 days and you should be hearing soon indeed. But you could go if you're from the UK - quite a few visa-exempt applicant wait in Canada, and it's not a problem, if you're willing to be unemployed... and you should arrange for healthcare coverage on your own if you are moving anywhere else than BC and Alberta ( they might accept you under your partner if she is already a resident).
It doesn't change anything for the processing of your application if you're in Canada or in the UK, the only difference is that IF you are called for an interview you would have to fly back to London for that. But - for visa-exempt, it's quite rare to be called for an interview, unless you have an unusual application.
Coming to Canada, you can tell the border officer that you have applied for PR ( and have proofs with you - either a copy of the application, or the fee receipt), and you can ask for a 6 months visa. There is always a chance that you could get refused, but it's unlikely. If you don't have a return ticket, bring proofs of funds ( bank account extract for example) that shows that you can pay for a ticket if needed. If possible, travel with your partner, and explain at the border that you have come to "visit" ( it's important not to use "stay" or "move" as you can only do that once you have a PR) your partner and support her during difficult family time. Most likely, you will be given a 6 months entry stamp, that will either allow you to be through with the PR process, or you can extend the visa before it expires in 6 months....
There is no guarantee that you will be let in at the border, but it's very rare that people are refused entry. I came to Canada while my PR was not completed, and wasn't even asked for any proofs at the border that I had applied for PR, or funds for a ticket etc. I explained that I had come to wait out the PR process, and was given a 6 months stamp.
So - it's definitely an option. There is an UK thread (lots of pages to read!) if you want to join as well http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/thread-for-outland-london-uk-applications-t49436.6840.html
If you have more questions - don't hesitate!
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