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[actaruslair]

Hey guys, Can we order our GCMS even if we are done??
just to see what they wrote on us ? how to do that?

 

[tinytortoise]

DECISION MADE! ;D

 

[nanediniz]

DECISION MADE! ;D

Congratulations!!!! Soon you'll get your COPR, then landing and goodbye waiting! I dream with this day

 

[nanediniz]

Guys, the Ottawa VO processes applications from which countries? I see a lot of COPR's lately are from there...

 

[keesio]

Guys, the Ottawa VO processes applications from which countries? I see a lot of COPR's lately are from there...

Mostly USA. I think there are a few non US applicants however. Not sure if they got transferred.

 

[ralph79]

When you log into ecas, it will tell you what date CIC got your application. If you remember next time you're logged in, let me know

The only reason I ask is because the Spreadsheet won't keep accurate track of how long you've been in process without date of receipt.

It seems to me, it's very hit and miss. It depends a LOT on the work ethic of your individual case officer. I got a good one - very lucky.

Hi Amikety,

First of all, congrats with your visa being issued . You must be busy now moving...!

I logged in again today and the date is Feb 4th.

Looking forward to hearing your experience of arrival.

I have a question for anybody that might know the answer to it. I have been searching on CIC's website as well as on this forum, but I cant find an answer: Is it possible to go to Canada on a tourist visa while you are waiting for your COPR? It seems from some spreadsheets that some are doing that.

Being in Canada while waiting for the COPR, as in: updating your address for communication to the Canadian address we'd be staying as well.

Anybody?

 

[keesio]

I have a question for anybody that might know the answer to it. I have been searching on CIC's website as well as on this forum, but I cant find an answer: Is it possible to go to Canada on a tourist visa while you are waiting for your COPR? It seems from some spreadsheets that some are doing that.

Being in Canada while waiting for the COPR, as in: updating your address for communication to the Canadian address we'd be staying as well.

Anybody?

Many people do what you just mentioned. They wait in Canada with their spouse/partner (including Outland applications) while waiting for their COPR. They update their address to the address where they are staying in Canada (usually the sponsor's address) so the COPR gets e-mailed there. This is especially common if the applicant is from a visa exempt country.

 

[ALLY06]

Many people do what you just mentioned. They wait in Canada with their spouse/partner (including Outland applications) while waiting for their COPR. They update their address to the address where they are staying in Canada (usually the sponsor's address) so the COPR gets e-mailed there. This is especially common if the applicant is from a visa exempt country.

Can the COPR get e-mailed? Or is it usually come snail mail?

 

[keesio]

Can the COPR get e-mailed? Or is it usually come snail mail?

Always snail mail.

 

[ralph79]

Many people do what you just mentioned. They wait in Canada with their spouse/partner (including Outland applications) while waiting for their COPR. They update their address to the address where they are staying in Canada (usually the sponsor's address) so the COPR gets e-mailed there. This is especially common if the applicant is from a visa exempt country.

Ok, so thats rather good news then. I am from a tourist visa exempt country, so I suppose I could just wait it out there then.
Is there anywhere I can find this on CIC's website or other official sites as backup - just to be sure this is completely ok by Immigration?

 

[Buffy2323]

Ok, so thats rather good news then. I am from a tourist visa exempt country, so I suppose I could just wait it out there then.
Is there anywhere I can find this on CIC's website or other official sites as backup - just to be sure this is completely ok by Immigration?

Ralph, I will tell you what others told me about doing this, be very careful and do not bring very many personal belongings. Also, make sure you have proof of return to your home country (a lease, return flight, utilities in your name, proof of job leave, etc.) You are not technically allowed to "move" to Canada while you wait but visa exempt countries can visit for up to 6 months but then are expected to leave again unless you get papers in time to land.

I have actually done the "move" already. I came in late July and i had no proof of returning because I gave up my job and my lease expired at the end of July so it was a risk for me. My son is starting school here next week. We just got our passport request so we will be fine for the 6 months (at least I HOPE we will) but if we don't get it in 6 months we have a plan to return back to my parents in the States.

Anyway, just be aware that if you tell them you are coming to wait out the COPR they could reject you from entering Canada. It depends how much of a risk taker you are, I felt it was worth it financially and emotionally to make the move sooner rather than later.

I hope this helps, if you want further info. that I received feel free to PM me. Good luck!!

 

[keesio]

Is there anywhere I can find this on CIC's website or other official sites as backup - just to be sure this is completely ok by Immigration?

The best way to do this is to get a Visitor Record. I don't know if there is a site on CIC that covers it for outland applicants. But it is described in the link below:
http://www.us2canada.com/visitor_record.html

But many don't bother with it. For the US applications, It's pretty common. If you check the US Outland thread and the CPP-Ottawa thread, you'll see many people on those threads who have joined their spouse/partner and are waiting it out while their outland PR is being processed. And I'd say that only a small handful actually got the Visitor Record. just keep in mind what Buffy said. They want to know that you plan on leaving. Their issue is that you will come and stay and never leave, even if PR is not approved. Hence why proof that your stay is temporary is important, even if you plan on staying for awhile. A return ticket (if flying) seems to be the strongest proof they look for.

 

[actaruslair]

Guys. it's done. my landing is on Sept 14th. my wife will land on Oct 7th. in Montreal and we plan to live in Quebec.

any of you know if she has to pick up her luggage before meeting the officer, of after meeting him/her?

 

[Mangi]

Guys. it's done. my landing is on Sept 14th. my wife will land on Oct 7th. in Montreal and we plan to live in Quebec.

any of you know if she has to pick up her luggage before meeting the officer, of after meeting him/her?

HEy Congrats... great news to hear

 

[anskuhh]

OMG!! DEcision made!! So what now??