Mexico

[JustOso]

No it doesn't. They only post whether they received the medicals on ECAS but they don't post anything to do with police checks.

Maybe you're right - it took Mississauga nearly 3 months to give us SA (processing time was ~2 months then) and it happened shortly after our lawyer sent an enquiry on our behalf. I also ordered GCMS notes about a week and a half ago. My wife just says I should be happy they have my police certificate now heh. I'm just a worry wart.

Good luck to your hubby on his interview on Tuesday!!!

Do not rely on ECAS for updates from this Visa Office.

My spouse's upfront medical exam was submitted (along with all other required documentation: backgrounds checks, paid right or PR, et cetera) and has remained 'in process' since June 20, 2014.

The upfront medical exam (valid for 1 year) expired in their possession. They said they sent an email about it - they did not. They called and said they would email another letter about more medical requirements - they did not.

After 5 official email queries to the Visa Office (where I explain that we have yet to receive anything) I finally get a reply stating that according to their records, not only was this letter sent but that we have 90 days (now 60 days!!) left to respond.

ECAS was not updated for any of the above.

I am now in contact with my MP regarding this gong show.

 

[jack87]

Do not rely on ECAS for updates from this Visa Office.

My spouse's upfront medical exam was submitted (along with all other required documentation: backgrounds checks, paid right or PR, et cetera) and has remained 'in process' since June 20, 2014.

The upfront medical exam (valid for 1 year) expired in their possession. They said they sent an email about it - they did not. They called and said they would email another letter about more medical requirements - they did not.

After 5 official email queries to the Visa Office (where I explain that we have yet to receive anything) I finally get a reply stating that according to their records, not only was this letter sent but that we have 90 days (now 60 days!!) left to respond.

ECAS was not updated for any of the above.

I am now in contact with my MP regarding this gong show.

Geez I'm so sorry to hear you're going through all of that!! And I agree, don't rely on ECAS for the Mexico City VO. I remember someone else on this thread said her husband had "Application received" on his ECAS all the time, even after he got his COPR.

 

[jack87]

This is actually good news - they got back to you relatively quickly and you now know they aren't waiting for anything from you Smiley

Yeah, it only took them 2 days and a half to respond! ;D Now I'm just waiting for GCMS notes.

 

[MexCan123]

Hey everyone here,
I read through the first 40 pages when I guess I should have mostly skipped to the last 40.
I read that when you send in the application (I am sending mine in for common law, along with the sponsoship forms) that you do not need to send in the police clearance until they ask for it. Is that true? And what about the medical exam? Do you need to send that in when you are sending all the other things to Missassuga? Or do you also wait until they ask for it?
I was going to do it all together, but if it can wait then better.
And about the sponsoship - I have been living in Mexico for the past 6 years. I am guessing that I need a affidavit to sign for me since I cannot prove my income from living here. I am going to ask my father about that.. but how does that work? He finds a place where there is a witness who confirms everything?? My father is in the GTA, I am in DF. I am just not sure how the sponsorship part works since I have been here so long. I give private English classes part time.

 

[fabibeach]

Going tomorrow to PGR to request my police clearance, I hope they don´t take too long as I only have two hours from lunch break which I intend to use to get this done.
Cheers! I´ll let you know how it went.

 

[CANzanillo]

Hey everyone here,
I read through the first 40 pages when I guess I should have mostly skipped to the last 40.
I read that when you send in the application (I am sending mine in for common law, along with the sponsoship forms) that you do not need to send in the police clearance until they ask for it. Is that true? And what about the medical exam? Do you need to send that in when you are sending all the other things to Missassuga? Or do you also wait until they ask for it?
I was going to do it all together, but if it can wait then better.
And about the sponsoship - I have been living in Mexico for the past 6 years. I am guessing that I need a affidavit to sign for me since I cannot prove my income from living here. I am going to ask my father about that.. but how does that work? He finds a place where there is a witness who confirms everything?? My father is in the GTA, I am in DF. I am just not sure how the sponsorship part works since I have been here so long. I give private English classes part time.

You do NOT send in the police clearance until you are asked for it by Mexico City VO. You DO need to provide your medical exam up front, included with the principle applicant and spousal sponsorship application forms that you submit to CIC in Mississauga. Regarding your income while in Mexico you should include a letter explaining your current situation and, I would assume, your intention to find work once you are landed in Canada - in as much detail as possible - Perhaps others can chime in on this last point... Wishing you success in your application!

 

[MexCan123]

You do NOT send in the police clearance until you are asked for it by Mexico City VO. You DO need to provide your medical exam up front, included with the principle applicant and spousal sponsorship application forms that you submit to CIC in Mississauga. Regarding your income while in Mexico you should include a letter explaining your current situation and, I would assume, your intention to find work once you are landed in Canada - in as much detail as possible - Perhaps others can chime in on this last point... Wishing you success in your application!

Thank you so much! I was curious as I have read quite a few people saying they sent in the medical and then it expired.. it's not cheap, so I was wondering. Ok, we will wait for the police report then.
I was thinking of writing about what you mentioned above concerning income and what we plan on doing once moving back. I am not sure if the Canadian visa asks for an Affidavit Form like they do in the US. I read somewhere that the income report isn't as important for the Canadian visa. Thanks so much!

 

[CANzanillo]

Thank you so much! I was curious as I have read quite a few people saying they sent in the medical and then it expired.. it's not cheap, so I was wondering. Ok, we will wait for the police report then.
I was thinking of writing about what you mentioned above concerning income and what we plan on doing once moving back. I am not sure if the Canadian visa asks for an Affidavit Form like they do in the US. I read somewhere that the income report isn't as important for the Canadian visa. Thanks so much!

You can wait on the medical exams but it delays the application, therefore it is generally best to submit it along with the application (it takes long enough as it is). Have it done as close as possible to when you will send in your applications for maximum longevity (one year). I don't recall about an affidavit but i recommend familiarizing yourself with the application guidelines. It is my understanding that there is no minimum income requirement for spousal approval (though I'm sure having an income would help), not sure if that applies in a common-law relationship (i would think it would). The more proof and evidences that you can provide, the better. A good solid plan for once you land is important. Good luck!

 

[fabibeach]

Going tomorrow to PGR to request my police clearance, I hope they don´t take too long as I only have two hours from lunch break which I intend to use to get this done.
Cheers! I´ll let you know how it went.

Hi!!! I just came back from PGR.....I don´t know if your case will be different than mine because I am a mexican citizen, so the VO sent me a letter to bring to PGR requesting my police clearance to be done.
It was easy and fast, took me exactly two hours of my time to get it all done.....now I just have to wait 8 days and call to ask if it´s ready. Then go pick it up, get it translated and send it back to VO to continue processing.
Good thing: there was not too many people nor long lines to wait.
Bad thing: You go to PGR building first, on Insurgentes Avenue where they check your documents and THEN they send you to ANOTHER office on Rio Consulado Avenue to get your fingerprints, so this probably adds one hour more to the whole process that could be easily all done in 30-40 mins.
So just bring all your papers complete, including payment, and things will be easy. Everybody was nice, friendly and helpful.
What I can also tell you is that when VO requests you to get your police clearance done, they do send you very specific instructions with great detail.

Hope this helps anyone.

 

[charalito]

Going tomorrow to PGR to request my police clearance, I hope they don´t take too long as I only have two hours from lunch break which I intend to use to get this done.
Cheers! I´ll let you know how it went.

Here's hoping you have a speeding process! I'm quite impressed with the PGR: they promise to have the certificate in 10 business days, but in our case, we got a call on day 3 saying that it was ready. Wish it was that easy all the time

 

[OhCanadiana]

Hi!!! I just came back from PGR.....I don´t know if your case will be different than mine because I am a mexican citizen, so the VO sent me a letter to bring to PGR requesting my police clearance to be done.
It was easy and fast, took me exactly two hours of my time to get it all done.....now I just have to wait 8 days and call to ask if it´s ready. Then go pick it up,get it translatedand send it back to VO to continue processing.
Good thing: there was not too many people nor long lines to wait.
Bad thing: You go to PGR building first, on Insurgentes Avenue where they check your documents and THEN they send you to ANOTHER office on Rio Consulado Avenue to get your fingerprints, so this probably adds one hour more to the whole process that could be easily all done in 30-40 mins.
So just bring all your papers complete, including payment, and things will be easy. Everybody was nice, friendly and helpful.
What I can also tell you is that when VO requests you to get your police clearance done, they do send you very specific instructions with great detail.

Hope this helps anyone.

TIP: You don't need to get it translated. Just drop it off at the Embassy

 

[JAMO1973]

TIP: You don't need to get it translated. Just drop it off at the Embassy

Are you sure about that? It says clearly that all documents not in either English or French need to be translated.

 

[fatimafnts]

Has anyone sent like an updated package of pictures and stuff? Our application should be in Mexico but we have not yet received AOR. We have taken a couple more trips since we sent our application, he's met my extended family, etc. Would this be helpful? I feel like it'd save us the time of a possible interview. We don't even have his Client ID yet so I wouldn't know where to send them but I wanted to have it ready in case you guys have done it too or think it's a good idea.

 

[OhCanadiana]

Are you sure about that? It says clearly that all documents not in either English or French need to be translated.

Yes. Since it's the Embassy in Mexico that handles Mexican police certificates, they rely on the original (in Spanish).
Or at least they have historically.

 

[JAMO1973]

Yes. Since it's the Embassy in Mexico that handles Mexican police certificates, they rely on the original (in Spanish).
Or at least they have historically.

I'm asking because we are getting our pgr certificate in a day or 2 and the letter I received from CIC stated that all documents not in English or French MUST be translated. Thanks for the info