Kingston,Jamaica

[shortyp2000]

It IS taking forever - but you're just about done now!

You said you asked them to hold it - ar you sayin you asked Cic to hold it? Are they going to? Is it possible to drop it off and pick it up yourself instead of a courier?

Basically what happens is u have to send cic the return pkg paid to dhl and dhl picks up the passport and hubby asked them to hold it at their office so he can pick it up

 

[shanab]

Basically what happens is u have to send cic the return pkg paid to dhl and dhl picks up the passport and hubby asked them to hold it at their office so he can pick it up

whats the cost for delivery to cic and return from cic through DHL

 

[lonelydreadswife]

Basically what happens is u have to send cic the return pkg paid to dhl and dhl picks up the passport and hubby asked them to hold it at their office so he can pick it up

Getting excited cant sleep i am leaving in 8hrs to the airport going to Ja i hope i read some good news for somebody while i am there a month with hubby very happy lady

 

[torontoblues]

Hey shanab i paid $2000 in total. $1100 to send the docs and $900 for the return. Thats from mandeville to kingston. Im so anxious for the return rite now. If i get thru for xmas it wud be the first xmas we spend together as a couple n also my baby's first xmas. Would b so gud to be together. shortyp i hope u get thru for yall bday...oh n update the timeline plz...got ppr the 22nd and submitted docs 26th.

 

[shortyp2000]

Getting excited cant sleep i am leaving in 8hrs to the airport going to Ja i hope i read some good news for somebody while i am there a month with hubby very happy lady

Thats awesome. Have a safe flight!!
@torontoblues, ive updated for u!!

 

[shortyp2000]

Hi All,

Hoping for some feedback and suggestions now that I finally have some more info on my bf’s situation. He has FINALLY arrived home in Jamaica as of yesterday after a lengthy time in detention. It is soooo good to finally be able to speak to him freely again. That was the longest 3.5 weeks of my life. Apparently it was his ex-girlfriend who tipped off immigration. There had been a warrant out for his arrest, due to the fact he had overstayed his visa. The positive news is that he was only given a 1 year exclusion order. In fact, while I was talking to him on the phone while he was awaiting a hearing with immigration, I overheard one of the CBSA agents tell my bf that out of all the detainee’s he has seen over the years, my bf least deserved to be there, and mentioned how both my bf and his grandmother were such good people. He even said that it was something he NEVER does, but would be willing to supply my bf with a supporting letter when he reapplies for a Visa next year (unfortunately, the agent later found out that this was against the rules and couldn’t do it).

Other than the 1 year exclusion order, I also learned that my bf had paid a lawyer close to $5000 to help him with his situation, knowing that he was here illegally; he was legitimately trying to get his papers in order. The lawyer sat on his papers and never submitted them. Unfortunate, but I think that is something that could add to the case in his favour in the future...

He and I have much to talk about and discuss and figure out... the only thing that we know for certain is that we love eachother, and we want him to be able to come back to Canada next year. In fact, upon hearing when he would be sent home, I went ahead and booked myself a return ticket straightaway so that I can visit him in November. Ideally, I plan on trying to get over there to see him every 3 months... I assume it will come to the point where I sponsor him down the line, and while we haven’t spoken about marriage yet, I feel like this is the most likely route that will take place. I guess… I am just hoping for some feedback, guidance, help, support… what can we do starting now to increase his chances of him coming back? Do we have to wait a year before he can even apply? I assume it wouldn’t be wise to get married right away, as that wouldn’t look favorable in the eyes of immigration... I assume that they'll want proof of our relationship up until the time he was taken into custody... I know we'll want to document my trips to Jamaica as well. Am also hoping this newly elected government will be a blessing. I have heard that back in the day, the Liberals were much more open to immigration policies and it wasn’t until Harper took office that waiting times and rules were increased…

Anyway- like I said, any words of wisdom or advice would be most appreciated. Thank you all in advance!

I believe you can start it at anytime, but he may need an ARC. Im assuming it would be better if you were married but not 100%. I will do some research for you later tonight when im home from work

 

[MrsMcLaughlin]

Hi All,

Hoping for some feedback and suggestions now that I finally have some more info on my bf’s situation. He has FINALLY arrived home in Jamaica as of yesterday after a lengthy time in detention. It is soooo good to finally be able to speak to him freely again. That was the longest 3.5 weeks of my life. Apparently it was his ex-girlfriend who tipped off immigration. There had been a warrant out for his arrest, due to the fact he had overstayed his visa. The positive news is that he was only given a 1 year exclusion order. In fact, while I was talking to him on the phone while he was awaiting a hearing with immigration, I overheard one of the CBSA agents tell my bf that out of all the detainee’s he has seen over the years, my bf least deserved to be there, and mentioned how both my bf and his grandmother were such good people. He even said that it was something he NEVER does, but would be willing to supply my bf with a supporting letter when he reapplies for a Visa next year (unfortunately, the agent later found out that this was against the rules and couldn’t do it).

Other than the 1 year exclusion order, I also learned that my bf had paid a lawyer close to $5000 to help him with his situation, knowing that he was here illegally; he was legitimately trying to get his papers in order. The lawyer sat on his papers and never submitted them. Unfortunate, but I think that is something that could add to the case in his favour in the future...

He and I have much to talk about and discuss and figure out... the only thing that we know for certain is that we love eachother, and we want him to be able to come back to Canada next year. In fact, upon hearing when he would be sent home, I went ahead and booked myself a return ticket straightaway so that I can visit him in November. Ideally, I plan on trying to get over there to see him every 3 months... I assume it will come to the point where I sponsor him down the line, and while we haven’t spoken about marriage yet, I feel like this is the most likely route that will take place. I guess… I am just hoping for some feedback, guidance, help, support… what can we do starting now to increase his chances of him coming back? Do we have to wait a year before he can even apply? I assume it wouldn’t be wise to get married right away, as that wouldn’t look favorable in the eyes of immigration... I assume that they'll want proof of our relationship up until the time he was taken into custody... I know we'll want to document my trips to Jamaica as well. Am also hoping this newly elected government will be a blessing. I have heard that back in the day, the Liberals were much more open to immigration policies and it wasn’t until Harper took office that waiting times and rules were increased…

Anyway- like I said, any words of wisdom or advice would be most appreciated. Thank you all in advance!

You will not be able to sponsor him until you guys are married, unless you have lived together for at least a year and can apply as common-law. I'm assuming you have not lived together here for a year yet at this point, so the only way this would be possible now is if you were to move to JA and live with him there for at least a year before you apply.

And you are correct, I wouldn't rush into getting married right away because immigration will most likely assume that you only got married so he could get back into Canada. I would wait it out until you are able to take at least a few trips down there and some time has passed so you can both be certain that you want to spend the rest of your lives together, as this is a very long stressful process and unfortunately because of your current situation your struggle will probably be harder than most. Once you do get married, you can send in your application right away. You do not have to wait until the year is up to apply, but if the processing times somehow drop drastically between now and then he will still have to wait until the year is up regardless. He won't be able to land here until the ARC is paid and the year has passed.

But whatever route you decide to take, make sure that you start documenting everythingggggg lol. Save all phone bills, screenshot Skype calls, all boarding passes when you go see him, any emails or messages you send eachother, take lots of pics together as well as with his friends and family, basically anything you can do to show that you guys are a genuine couple because immigration will be looking into everything hard. If this is truly what you guys want then it won't be easy, but it will be well worth it to be able to spend the rest of your lives together

You've found a great support group here, and we're all going through this process together. Whatever you decide to do, I'm sure the awesome people on here will be able to help you out and answer your questions along the way!

Best of luck!

 

[MrsMcLaughlin]

Getting excited cant sleep i am leaving in 8hrs to the airport going to Ja i hope i read some good news for somebody while i am there a month with hubby very happy lady

Have an amazing trip!!

 

[shortyp2000]

You will not be able to sponsor him until you guys are married, unless you have lived together for at least a year and can apply as common-law. I'm assuming you have not lived together here for a year yet at this point, so the only way this would be possible now is if you were to move to JA and live with him there for at least a year before you apply.

And you are correct, I wouldn't rush into getting married right away because immigration will most likely assume that you only got married so he could get back into Canada. I would wait it out until you are able to take at least a few trips down there and some time has passed so you can both be certain that you want to spend the rest of your lives together, as this is a very long stressful process and unfortunately because of your current situation your struggle will probably be harder than most. Once you do get married, you can send in your application right away. You do not have to wait until the year is up to apply, but if the processing times somehow drop drastically between now and then he will still have to wait until the year is up regardless. He won't be able to land here until the ARC is paid and the year has passed.

But whatever route you decide to take, make sure that you start documenting everythingggggg lol. Save all phone bills, screenshot Skype calls, all boarding passes when you go see him, any emails or messages you send eachother, take lots of pics together as well as with his friends and family, basically anything you can do to show that you guys are a genuine couple because immigration will be looking into everything hard. If this is truly what you guys want then it won't be easy, but it will be well worth it to be able to spend the rest of your lives together

You've found a great support group here, and we're all going through this process together. Whatever you decide to do, I'm sure the awesome people on here will be able to help you out and answer your questions along the way!

Best of luck!

Great advice!! I agree

 

[adt83]

You will not be able to sponsor him until you guys are married, unless you have lived together for at least a year and can apply as common-law. I'm assuming you have not lived together here for a year yet at this point, so the only way this would be possible now is if you were to move to JA and live with him there for at least a year before you apply.

And you are correct, I wouldn't rush into getting married right away because immigration will most likely assume that you only got married so he could get back into Canada. I would wait it out until you are able to take at least a few trips down there and some time has passed so you can both be certain that you want to spend the rest of your lives together, as this is a very long stressful process and unfortunately because of your current situation your struggle will probably be harder than most. Once you do get married, you can send in your application right away. You do not have to wait until the year is up to apply, but if the processing times somehow drop drastically between now and then he will still have to wait until the year is up regardless. He won't be able to land here until the ARC is paid and the year has passed.

But whatever route you decide to take, make sure that you start documenting everythingggggg lol. Save all phone bills, screenshot Skype calls, all boarding passes when you go see him, any emails or messages you send eachother, take lots of pics together as well as with his friends and family, basically anything you can do to show that you guys are a genuine couple because immigration will be looking into everything hard. If this is truly what you guys want then it won't be easy, but it will be well worth it to be able to spend the rest of your lives together

You've found a great support group here, and we're all going through this process together. Whatever you decide to do, I'm sure the awesome people on here will be able to help you out and answer your questions along the way!

Best of luck!

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This advice is wonderful and very helpful. I never thought of saving phone bills, boarding passes and emails. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to move to Jamaica for a full year… so thinking it will just be a bunch of visits until we are certain this is the right path for us to take moving forward. Marriage is a massively huge commitment, and something I’ve been waiting 32 years for in search of the right partner. I’m confident that it is him… but I also know that the road ahead is going to be extremely difficult for us. Am hoping we’ll come out the other end stronger because of it, if we can survive this process, I am sure we can survive almost anything together. It will be quite the test!
Anyway, that you for your advice, and I look forward to getting to know you all a bit better through this process… am already assured you are a wonderful and supportive group of people.

 

[MrsMcLaughlin]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This advice is wonderful and very helpful. I never thought of saving phone bills, boarding passes and emails. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to move to Jamaica for a full year… so thinking it will just be a bunch of visits until we are certain this is the right path for us to take moving forward. Marriage is a massively huge commitment, and something I’ve been waiting 32 years for in search of the right partner. I’m confident that it is him… but I also know that the road ahead is going to be extremely difficult for us. Am hoping we’ll come out the other end stronger because of it, if we can survive this process, I am sure we can survive almost anything together. It will be quite the test!
Anyway, that you for your advice, and I look forward to getting to know you all a bit better through this process… am already assured you are a wonderful and supportive group of people.

No problem, I'm glad I could help Keep us posted on here about what you decide to do!

Take care

 

[canjamdiva]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! This advice is wonderful and very helpful. I never thought of saving phone bills, boarding passes and emails. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to move to Jamaica for a full year… so thinking it will just be a bunch of visits until we are certain this is the right path for us to take moving forward. Marriage is a massively huge commitment, and something I’ve been waiting 32 years for in search of the right partner. I’m confident that it is him… but I also know that the road ahead is going to be extremely difficult for us. Am hoping we’ll come out the other end stronger because of it, if we can survive this process, I am sure we can survive almost anything together. It will be quite the test!
Anyway, that you for your advice, and I look forward to getting to know you all a bit better through this process… am already assured you are a wonderful and supportive group of people.

Sorry this has happened to you, it must be very rough on you, hopefully you are surrounded by supportive people

It's roller coaster, tests your relationship, your inner revolve, your faith and motivation, but in the end, if you know in your heart what you want the reward of a lifetime together will be unbelievable. My hubby and I knew pretty early what we wanted to do and a friend of mine had actually gone through the process about 10 years before and I knew how important proof of relationship documentation was. So here are some additional suggestions. Whats' app as well as Facebook is able to keep a running log of your conversation content & dates, so use that if you are texting each other….I couldn't figure out how to extract regular text msg from my phone. Skype phone subscription, I use Skype for video chat, if you have your Skype on a computer you can copy the log and paste it in a word file so they see the time, frequency and duration of your video sessions. Skype phone subscription - i have a monthly subscription to Skype that would allow me to call to his cell phone number when he was out of a wifi zone. The phone records can be used, logs number called/duration of call/date/time. I never got to understand how I might be able to get my hubby's digicell records, but I think there is a way.

Start filing and organizing your file now, so when you are able to submit, you can. If you decide to get married, coordinate your medical/police check completion as close to the date of submission of your application,as they only last a year. Some folks wait for the office to request the med/pc, but I just found it easier to send everything at once. In your application, pay all your fees upfront…you may want to start saving cause it's gonna set you back at least 1000$ cdn. With my hubby we also established joint bank accounts, joint credit cards, have each other listed as beneficiary on insurance as well.

It was a really big step. I think I nearly hyperventilated when he proposed ( by the way, they ask you this in your application…nothing in your life will be private anymore)…but if you love each other, there is no better blessing than having the one you love, with you forever.

Good luck to you & keep us posted.

 

[MixedChick92]

Good morning,

I hope we hear more good news!

If I don't get a chance to say it tomorrow, have a safe & fun Halloween!

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[Canadianinlove]

Well we interviewed yesterday and my husband it was awful. We figured that we were going to continue to wait.

Well the vo called today to bring his passport. We got the visa in 1/2 hour and are scheduled to return to Canada Monday.

With God all things are possible. We had more than a couple of red flags but just told the truth.

We are still in shock!

I will give more details when we are in Canada.

 

[canjamdiva]

Well we interviewed yesterday and my husband it was awful. We figured that we were going to continue to wait.

Well the vo called today to bring his passport. We got the visa in 1/2 hour and are scheduled to return to Canada Monday.

With God all things are possible. We had more than a couple of red flags but just told the truth.

We are still in shock!

I will give more details when we are in Canada.

I'm so happy your journey is over, travel safe. Sorry you had such a rough time, thankfully it's behind you and you can begin your lives together now * big hugs*