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MAY 2013 Applications (Citizenship)

chandu007

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Hi kalbad20 - Welcome to the thread. Did the last agent tell you anything about "decision" that you mentioned, I mean decision on what? Do you see any update on ecas?

kalbad20 said:
Hello everyone,

My application was sent on May 21st and received on May 27th and no updates yet. I share same story that Simkr had but the only difference is that he finally got a notification while I am still waiting!!!

I called CIC many times, at first they kept saying that they were processing applications up until May 16th, then they said may be I want to consider to reapply again and lately they said wait until October 4 for a decision!

Chandue - please update the table with me being unknown.

Not sure what to expect but will try stay positive!
 

chandu007

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May 2013 application timelines at a glance (updated):
ApplicantReceipt_DateInProcess_DateAOR_DateLOT_DateLocal_OfficeTest_DateOath_Date
WoodexMay 2, 2013Jul 17, 2013Aug 2, 2013----
farhadMay 3, 2013Jul 19, 2013Sep 9, 2013----
kenyadianMay 6, 2013Jul 19, 2013Aug 26, 2013----
ram_vMay 9, 2013Jul 22, 2013-----
borgaonkMay 10, 2013Jul 22, 2013Aug 27, 2013----
buboyMay 13, 2013Aug 10, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
PR42LONGMay 13, 2013Aug 2, 2013Aug 29, 2013----
sondoMay 16, 2013Aug 6, 2013-----
jsamirazizMay 20, 2013Aug 13, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
andriy155May 21, 2013Aug 16, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
touchéMay 21, 2013Aug 8, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
coolblues1980May 27, 2013Aug 15, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
kalbad20May 27, 2013------
simkrMay 27, 2013Sep 6, 2013-----
chandu007May 28, 2013Aug 6, 2013Aug 28, 2013----
RandypandyMay 28, 2013Aug 8, 2013Aug 29, 2013----
winnipeggerMay 28, 2013Aug 17, 2013Aug 27, 2013----
hanisafMay 29, 2013Aug 29, 2013Sep 25, 2013----
qwertonMay 30, 2013Aug 16, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
ikea17May 31, 2013Aug 23, 2013Sep 6, 2013----


  • AOR = Acknowledgement of Receipt
  • LOT = Local Office Transfer
 

chandu007

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ram_v & sondo - Do you guys have any update to share? It's been a long time since we heard from you.
 

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chandu007 said:

Anyone in the forum who applied in May, 2013?

My timeline:
Application delivered to Sydney, NS: May 28, 2013
Call Center update on July 23, 2013: CIC is mailing acknowledgements for applications received on April 23, 2013. So, at least one more month to receive the acknowledgement letter.
Do this acknowledgement come through email or snail mail?
 

jsamiraziz

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Once again I updated the sheet, it is at

docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Akzv3wbw3-m3dGZWMUYzTnFjakktU0lRdkpQVWZzTHc#gid=0

I do not know how to make this a link. I don't think the system would allow that for at least me.
 

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chandu007 said:
May 2013 application timelines at a glance (updated):
ApplicantReceipt_DateInProcess_DateAOR_DateLOT_DateLocal_OfficeTest_DateOath_Date
WoodexMay 2, 2013Jul 17, 2013Aug 2, 2013----
farhadMay 3, 2013Jul 19, 2013Sep 9, 2013----
kenyadianMay 6, 2013Jul 19, 2013Aug 26, 2013----
ram_vMay 9, 2013Jul 22, 2013Aug 19, 2013 ----
borgaonkMay 10, 2013Jul 22, 2013Aug 27, 2013----
buboyMay 13, 2013Aug 10, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
PR42LONGMay 13, 2013Aug 2, 2013Aug 29, 2013----
sondoMay 16, 2013Aug 6, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
jsamirazizMay 20, 2013Aug 13, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
andriy155May 21, 2013Aug 16, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
touchéMay 21, 2013Aug 8, 2013Aug 30, 2013----
coolblues1980May 27, 2013Aug 15, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
kalbad20May 27, 2013------
simkrMay 27, 2013Sep 6, 2013-----
chandu007May 28, 2013Aug 6, 2013Aug 28, 2013----
RandypandyMay 28, 2013Aug 8, 2013Aug 29, 2013----
winnipeggerMay 28, 2013Aug 17, 2013Aug 27, 2013----
hanisafMay 29, 2013Aug 29, 2013Sep 25, 2013----
qwertonMay 30, 2013Aug 16, 2013Sep 3, 2013----
ikea17May 31, 2013Aug 23, 2013Sep 6, 2013----


  • AOR = Acknowledgement of Receipt
  • LOT = Local Office Transfer
 

kalbad20

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Hey guys, I

have an ecase, I mean when I put in my info to access my profile I get an auto message says "we are not able to identify you".

The agent mentioned that by Oct 4 there has to be an update on my file whether my application was processed, returned or lost!!!
 

kalbad20

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My application was received by "Mike Y" on May 27, anyone their application was received by the same person? Not that it matters but at least I would know that it got to the right place and wasn't lost!
 

jsamiraziz

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This information is copied (and slightly expanded) from another thread. This was obtained via a request by another applicant. It shows the process that the application undergoes. It also shows the criteria that will likely trigger an RQ and which part of the process is done where (Sydney versus local office).

FILE REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST


=>PART A (to be completed at the case processing center, Sydney):

COMPLETENESS (checklist)

- All relevant sections of the application form have been completed

- Application(s) signed and dated

- Includes Residence Calculation

- Immigration document(s) have been included

- Two pieces of personal identification, one with photo on it have been included

- Original translations have been included (if applicable)

- Two citizenship photos have been included as prescribed

- Payment has been included for all applicants

- Basic residence has been met (applicant has 1095 days)

- Parentage has been established for all minor applicants

- Requested that we proceed with incomplete application


TRIAGE CRITERIA / RISK INDICATORS

Those are the reasons that could trigger a residency questionnaire:

- Applicant Characteristics:

A1 - Use of a suspect residential address.

A2 - NCB (Non-Computer Based) note in FOSS (Field Operations Support System), Warning or Note(s) in GCMS (Global Case Management System) indicating a concern. "Note you can google bulletins 2006 ob022 for more information"

A3 - Previous citizenship applications which were not approved, withdrawn, abandoned, renounced or revoked.

A4 - Discrepancy in absences between citizenship application and CIC information during the relevant 4 years period.

A5 - Self-identified as a consultant, self-employed or unemployed, with any travel during the relevant 4 year period.

A6 - Absences to home country to sell land/property or to take care of ill family member during the relevant 4 year period.

A7 - Applicant has self declared having less than 1095 days of physical presence.


- Family Characteristics:

B1 - Child born outside Canada during the relevant 4 year period.

B2 - A child has made a non-concurrent minor application.


- Documents

C1 - ID (provided in support of application) has been issued within 3 months of date of application.

C2 - Inconsistency between address on ID and address on application form.

C3 - Photograph and/or signature on the application do not resemble photograph and/or signature on identity document.

C4 - NPR time (non permanent resident time) has been used in the calculation of basic residence and the original entry data used does not appear on the IMM 1000, the Confirmation of Permanent Residence or in CIC records.


=> PART B (to be completed by local office)


REQUIRED: PRE INTERVIEW VERIFICATION

- All follow-ups completed on applicable CPC Sydney triage criteria

- Checked GCM/FOSS before interview

- Applicant is prohibited

- Residence questionnaire on file

- Applicant has used a suspect residential address after application submission

- Discrepancy in absences between citizenship application and responses to questions on the RQ and/or CIC records

- Discrepancy in addresses listed on citizenship application and those on the RQ and/or CIC records

- Self-identified as a consultant, self-employed or unemployed with any travel during the relevant 4 year period


INTERVIEW
- Identification: Original of 2 IDs submitted with application have been verified (including 1 photo ID)

- Immigration documents originals verified (IMM 1000/5292/5509/5686 and PR Card)

- Signature verified

- Biopage/Renewal page of passport/Travel document provided

- Passports/Travel documents relevant to entire 4 year period

- Passport/Travel documents verified against absences declared on application or RQ (if applicable)

- Work/Education discussed

- Prohibitions declared at interview

- Residence Questionnaire given at interview with CIC official

- Language (choose one): Satisfactory, Waived, Hearing

- Special Remarks/Explanations/Concerns/or Follow-ups to items from Part A



AFTER INTERVIEW: BEFORE DECISION

- Special remarks/Explanations/Concerns



AFTER DECISION: BEFORE CEREMONY


- Special remarks/Explanations/Concerns