db80 said:
Thanks. As I live in Canada, the best way to apply for "GCMS notes" is via CIC site, is it? Or, what is the best way to apply for one?
Yes apply through CIC website.. there are spammers too avoid those
I got the following information from one of the existing post:--
What is GCMS notes? How can I apply for one and what is the purpose of it?
It's better to apply once NDVO touches your file. Eg. Now NDVO is processing Oct/Nov 2014 files. The purpose is to check on the status of your spous's application.You should definately apply for the GCMS notes now.
Adivced to apply early if your Sponsorship approval is delayed..... and you need to request info about the sponsor and sponsorship.
How to apply GCMS / ATIP notes.
Only a person who is in Canada can request the notes.
If principal applicant is in Canada, he/she can request for himself and apply for free under Privacy Act.
If sponsor is requesting it on behalf of Principal applicant, you need consent form from PA and $5 fee. You can receive consent form from spouse thru email and upload it. Apply under Access to Information Act.
It takes about 30 days to receive by email. It is a ~30 pages document
Consent form link
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/atip/form-imm5744.asp
Section A - Principal Applicant details
Section B - Sponsor's details
Section C - Sponsor's details
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/department/atip/requests-atip.asp
In above link, click Apply online, choose English , hit Next and accept the terms & conditions.
next enter the below details
Requester Information
Department: Citizenship and Immigration Canada
Title:
Surname (Family Name):
Given Name(s) (First Name):
Mailing Address:
Telephone No.:
E-mail Address:
Requesting information on your own behalf? Yes / No
Category of Requester: Member of the Public
Right of Access: Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada or Individual/corporation currently present in Canada
Method of Delivery: E-mail
Act & Record Selection
Act: Privacy Act / Access to Information Act
Language of records: English
Type of Records: Case Files
Requesting information for:
Surname (Family Name):
Given Name(s) (First Name):
Date of Birth (YYYY-MM-DD):
Client ID Number (####-####):
Type of Documents: Notes in Electronic File
File Type: Immigration file: permanent residence ( You can also request for Sponsorship File, if SA is delayed )
File Number:
Attach documents: Proof of access ( PR card, or visa doc ), Consent Form.
Make payment if applicable and submit.