LMIA application processing time?
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Once they have it, they dont care to share loljack_is_jack said:Any updates?
Please, post your timelines if any updates.
I am sure there are dozens of approved LMIAs, but they don't share with us
My employer called SC two months ago, they said the application would be reviewed by next available officer... I see some file numbers which was behind me already got approvals..
I really don't know how to estimate the processing time...by NOC, by type of application or by office location?
I really don't know how to estimate the processing time...by NOC, by type of application or by office location?
Folks I think the processing time, really vary from Office to Office, (e.g Vancouver or Saint John).
Another thing that I realize is that it really depends on the wicked discretionary power of the Service Canada Officer, who can be more permissive or more strict.
As an example, my first application was simply refused because was missing one financial statement and I've seen many cases here in this forum that the officer had asked for the missing documents.
Anyway, it's not a rational process and there are lots of possibility for biased interpretation. In many cases, the officer could have had a nice evening with his partner and on being happy give the company a chance to complement information or even being more forgiving.
What we all should be very aware of is that in essence, the SC Officer is looking carefully to find something to refuse the application and force the Company to offer the position to a fellow Canadian.
I would love if everybody who ask for information here, share their final results, no matter if positive or negative. I'll post mine for sure.
Lastly, I think we all should look for the PNP as an option because LMIA's, in my opinion, is now adding fewer points on the EE and is getting hard to obtain.
Another thing that I realize is that it really depends on the wicked discretionary power of the Service Canada Officer, who can be more permissive or more strict.
As an example, my first application was simply refused because was missing one financial statement and I've seen many cases here in this forum that the officer had asked for the missing documents.
Anyway, it's not a rational process and there are lots of possibility for biased interpretation. In many cases, the officer could have had a nice evening with his partner and on being happy give the company a chance to complement information or even being more forgiving.
What we all should be very aware of is that in essence, the SC Officer is looking carefully to find something to refuse the application and force the Company to offer the position to a fellow Canadian.
I would love if everybody who ask for information here, share their final results, no matter if positive or negative. I'll post mine for sure.
Lastly, I think we all should look for the PNP as an option because LMIA's, in my opinion, is now adding fewer points on the EE and is getting hard to obtain.
Hi everyone! My husband got the job offer in late Aug. It took about 10 weeks for the employer to prepare all the documents. The LMIA application was filed around Nov 16, i guess (the lawyer didn't give us too much details). The LMIA is approved today!
NOC is 2173. Qualified for 10 day processing. Vancouver BC. Hope it helps!
NOC is 2173. Qualified for 10 day processing. Vancouver BC. Hope it helps!
KINDLY SHARE YOUR NOC AND TIME LINEY16v said:
ALSO ADVISE ARE YOU INSIDE OR OUTSIDE CANADA
THANKS A LOT
Hi All!
Quick question. Does employer on lmia application need to specify whether employee wants to stay temporarily or permanently?
I am asking because my employer applied for an Lmia and asked me this question, do I want to stay in Canada permanently? As you can imagine I've said yes, hoping to get the extra 600 points, but seems that after they introduced changes on the 19th of Nov I will get only 50 points instead, which of course doesn't make my profile stand out from the pool
Can I apply for tfw visa, if employer submit application for permanent lmia? I've tried to look online at the forms that employer needs to fill out, but there is no mention whether its a temporary or permanent lmia application form ( referring to application form: EMP5576)?
Quick question. Does employer on lmia application need to specify whether employee wants to stay temporarily or permanently?
I am asking because my employer applied for an Lmia and asked me this question, do I want to stay in Canada permanently? As you can imagine I've said yes, hoping to get the extra 600 points, but seems that after they introduced changes on the 19th of Nov I will get only 50 points instead, which of course doesn't make my profile stand out from the pool
Can I apply for tfw visa, if employer submit application for permanent lmia? I've tried to look online at the forms that employer needs to fill out, but there is no mention whether its a temporary or permanent lmia application form ( referring to application form: EMP5576)?
Hi Friends,
myself and my husband are under restoration status. myhusband is planning to apply LMIA. I read the thread here that processing time is approximately 3 to 4 months for LMIA. Hope after waiting so long if my husband gets positive LMIA does he can start working immediately? or he has to apply for another LMIA based work permit? How lond does it take? Please advise. Thanks
myself and my husband are under restoration status. myhusband is planning to apply LMIA. I read the thread here that processing time is approximately 3 to 4 months for LMIA. Hope after waiting so long if my husband gets positive LMIA does he can start working immediately? or he has to apply for another LMIA based work permit? How lond does it take? Please advise. Thanks
i am still waiting for the decision.. Applied last week of july for position network admin from BC to saint john prcssng centr.robbie_m90 said:
File number received on 10 Aug.
Interview on 30th nov asked for additional docs Still waiting for decision.
Some findings to share.
1. First come first serve doesn't apply.
2. 10 days processing not in effect due to backlog.
3. To finish the backlog ,they have hired new officers, who are on 3 month probation just like other job,so they are taking time to review, interview and decision.
i was in US on 10 yr b1/b2 when applied, now i already entered canada on visitor. so not sure its inside or outside.
i hope my post ll answer most of the queries.
Hi everyone,
I have a question about LMIA processing. I am international student and my husband is PR and applied as a sponsor in outland class. However, I have a job offer for January and I need work permit. I wonder how I can apply for that. I checked there is LMIA exemption A70 but not sure it fits me or not. Now I have a question about LMIA , how the employer will do it? Is it straightforward?
I have a question about LMIA processing. I am international student and my husband is PR and applied as a sponsor in outland class. However, I have a job offer for January and I need work permit. I wonder how I can apply for that. I checked there is LMIA exemption A70 but not sure it fits me or not. Now I have a question about LMIA , how the employer will do it? Is it straightforward?