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New Instructions from IRCC for applications before 7th Sep 2021

Berry100

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Sep 11, 2021
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Hi,

I applied visitor visa for my mom and dad on July 2021 and completed biometric on aug 24. Raised web form on aug 24.

Received Subject: Request for an Authorization for Exemption from Canadian Travel Restrictions for the Purpose of Family Reunification email on September 8.
 
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Berry100

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Sep 11, 2021
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Thanks for posting this. I'm glad they updated the site. The details on reapplying were so confusing. I hope they are prioritizing those who applied before September 7 with a covid exemption.

Fingers crossed for news soon!
yeah same here
 

Olivia 237

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Jul 21, 2021
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Hi I applied for TRV in may.my biometric same month but till date my status hasn't change does it means I have to resubmit.please I need your help on some answers.my TRV is for an event.thanks in advance.help me understand please
 

lost_identity

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May 20, 2017
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ALERT!!!

Guys, don't submit new application like we did. The website has been updated and it only recommends doing that if your situation has changed. This is so much confusing now. OMG
 

Sri369

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May 25, 2021
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ALERT!!!

Guys, don't submit new application like we did. The website has been updated and it only recommends doing that if your situation has changed. This is so much confusing now. OMG
Did you receive biometrics correspondence letter for your new application?
 

NaCanada2016

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Aug 25, 2021
30
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Hi ALL,
The new update is so much confusing. I applied visitor visa for my sister on August 7th 2021. She doesn't require biometric. I submitted form 0006, "Application for authorization and statutory declaration" with her application.

I received the following information letter on August 27th:
Subject: Request for an Authorization for Exemption from Canadian Travel Restrictions for the Purpose of Family Reunification

We have received your enquiry and can confirm that a review of your application remains in process. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will be in touch with you when a final decision is made or if more information is required. To obtain more information, please fill out the IRCC Web form in order for it to be sent to the responsible Canadian visa office directly.

Due to the ongoing situation, IRCC offices are experiencing processing delays. Rest assured that they are making all the necessary efforts to process requests as soon as possible; however, having to respond to status updates on applications will affect the processing times

The new update says "If you applied before September 7, 2021, and you already told us that you qualify for a COVID-19 exemption, You do not need to submit a new application or write to us again."
I wonder what the above RED part of the new update means. In my sister's case, does submitting Form 0006 mean that my sister already told

them that she qualify for a COVID-19 exemption?
Thanks
 
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lost_identity

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May 20, 2017
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Hi ALL,
The new update is so much confusing. I applied visitor visa for my sister on August 7th 2021. She doesn't require biometric. I submitted form 0006, "Application for authorization and statutory declaration" with her application.

I received the following information letter on August 27th:
Subject: Request for an Authorization for Exemption from Canadian Travel Restrictions for the Purpose of Family Reunification

We have received your enquiry and can confirm that a review of your application remains in process. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will be in touch with you when a final decision is made or if more information is required. To obtain more information, please fill out the IRCC Web form in order for it to be sent to the responsible Canadian visa office directly.

Due to the ongoing situation, IRCC offices are experiencing processing delays. Rest assured that they are making all the necessary efforts to process requests as soon as possible; however, having to respond to status updates on applications will affect the processing times

The new update says "If you applied before September 7, 2021, and you already told us that you qualify for a COVID-19 exemption, You do not need to submit a new application or write to us again."
I wonder what the above RED part of the new update means. In my sister's case, does submitting Form 0006 mean that my sister already told

them that she qualify for a COVID-19 exemption?
Thanks
No, you should have mentioned it in the application form IMM 5257e. Underpurpose of travel "Other" accompanied by "COVID-19"
 

Sri369

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May 25, 2021
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No, I haven't received one. What is that actually? Are you supposed to get that after you apply!
I received it in my new application.
It said that my biometrics are in the system and I don’t have to provide my bio again for TRV
And Review of eligibility from in process to changed like below

Review of eligibility -
We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements
 

lost_identity

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May 20, 2017
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I received it in my new application.
It said that my biometrics are in the system and I don’t have to provide my bio again for TRV
And Review of eligibility from in process to changed like below

Review of eligibility -
We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements
That's cool. I have no changes to my account. What's your timeline. I guess you'll be receiving an email for passport request soon.
 

NaCanada2016

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Aug 25, 2021
30
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No, you should have mentioned it in the application form IMM 5257e. Underpurpose of travel "Other" accompanied by "COVID-19"
Thanks for the prompt reply. Good, I already mentioned Other (COVID-19) under Purpose of my visit in form IMM 5257e. So it means I don't require to submit the new application. Am I right?
 

lost_identity

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May 20, 2017
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Thanks for the prompt reply. Good, I already mentioned Other (COVID-19) under Purpose of my visit in form IMM 5257e. So it means I don't require to submit the new application. Am I right?
You're correct. That's the new recommendation from IRCC now. However, I applied before the new update so I have no idea what's going on with my old or new application. There are no changes nowhere.