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Naija babe2

Star Member
Oct 3, 2013
71
1
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2145
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
03/07/2013
AOR Received.
03/10/13
IELTS Request
Submitted with application
Med's Request
02/10/14
Med's Done....
5/10/14
Passport Req..
10/11/14
VISA ISSUED...
15/10/14
In as much as I understand the been patient advice, I still have a question. Is the anything the naija peeps are using to track and analyse what AVO is doing? Like if we have a tracker where pple have imputed their info we can use that to track what is going on and it becomes easier to wait instead blindly waiting. We can know if it's 2009 or 2011 or 2012 dat is being processed.
 

GENTLEANDREW

Champion Member
Sep 13, 2012
1,529
20
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
Yes there is.The system is called GCMS.From what I read about it,all your details are contained in it from the first day that your file is received to the present stage.Again it contains information on whether background checks have been done or not and the next date that the visa officer is expected to open your file again.From what I also gather,it will mention the estimated time that you are expected to get yor visa if all goes well.

It is a service that is paid for and it is a most that the central intake office and your local visa office must enter you information into that system.I will try to get a comprehensive information on it.

God will help us all.
 

Acesbaby

Star Member
Sep 30, 2013
52
0
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
1112
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
05-2013
Nomination.....
08-2013
Med's Request
09-2014
Passport Req..
10-2014
Phunrae,

Thanks for the response. Sorry I am replying late, was out of town. I have taken time to read through this thread and all other connected threads. Seriously, d wait na die. No joke, lets call a spade a spade, it can be quite frustrating giving that we don't even have a timeline. It could be anything from 1 month to 2 years. But what can we do, we just have to keep the faith and encourage each other. I am very glad I found this forum it really helps to ease the stress knowing that there are other people going thru the same thing as me.
With faith, I believe that our case will be sooner than later. IT IS WELL!
 

Acesbaby

Star Member
Sep 30, 2013
52
0
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
1112
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
05-2013
Nomination.....
08-2013
Med's Request
09-2014
Passport Req..
10-2014
Naija babe2 said:
In as much as I understand the been patient advice, I still have a question. Is the anything the naija peeps are using to track and analyse what AVO is doing? Like if we have a tracker where pple have imputed their info we can use that to track what is going on and it becomes easier to wait instead blindly waiting. We can know if it's 2009 or 2011 or 2012 dat is being processed.
Naija Babe 2,
I have searched every where possible. I don't think anything like that exists. AVO does not even send out AOR's. Hmmmmm. All we can do is follow the threads on this forum to try and figure out exactly what they are doing. From research I can only tell that they are currently processing August - September 2011. Dunno if 2013 applications will be processed parallel to 2011, or if we have to wait till they complete 2011. Only time will tell. :(
 

thebaft

Hero Member
Nov 21, 2010
343
54
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2147
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
24-06-2013
AOR Received.
12-09-2013
IELTS Request
Sent with Application (IELTS Band 7.5 L:8.0 R:7.5 W:7.0 S:8.0)
File Transfer...
Received by Accra VO on 24-09-2013 (GCMS Notes)
Med's Request
02-10-2014
Med's Done....
10-10-2014
Interview........
Waived
Passport Req..
23-10-2014
VISA ISSUED...
31-10-2014
LANDED..........
31-03-2015
Naija babe2 said:
In as much as I understand the been patient advice, I still have a question. Is the anything the naija peeps are using to track and analyse what AVO is doing? Like if we have a tracker where pple have imputed their info we can use that to track what is going on and it becomes easier to wait instead blindly waiting. We can know if it's 2009 or 2011 or 2012 dat is being processed.
Can everyone please update the timelines on their profiles? You need to have at least 10 posts before you can do that.

The idea of the spreadsheet sounds nice... however it requires dedication to maintain such a spreadsheet. Let me think about it.
 

phunrae

Hero Member
Jun 20, 2013
257
3
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2263
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27/05/2013
AOR Received.
PER 12/08/2013
Nothing to analyse. Going by the other timeline, they are currently working on 2011 applicants but I can't say for sure the month because it seems staggered and I don't think 2012 applicants are that much as there was no FSW that year.





Naija babe2 said:
In as much as I understand the been patient advice, I still have a question. Is the anything the naija peeps are using to track and analyse what AVO is doing? Like if we have a tracker where pple have imputed their info we can use that to track what is going on and it becomes easier to wait instead blindly waiting. We can know if it's 2009 or 2011 or 2012 dat is being processed.
 

phunrae

Hero Member
Jun 20, 2013
257
3
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2263
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27/05/2013
AOR Received.
PER 12/08/2013
I want to believe requesting for that won't be helpful until they start processing your application@ d LO as they are stil working on 2011 or do you think they are working on 2013 without updating ECAS?




GENTLEANDREW said:
Yes there is.The system is called GCMS.From what I read about it,all your details are contained in it from the first day that your file is received to the present stage.Again it contains information on whether background checks have been done or not and the next date that the visa officer is expected to open your file again.From what I also gather,it will mention the estimated time that you are expected to get yor visa if all goes well.

It is a service that is paid for and it is a most that the central intake office and your local visa office must enter you information into that system.I will try to get a comprehensive information on it.

God will help us all.
 

GENTLEANDREW

Champion Member
Sep 13, 2012
1,529
20
Category........
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
I got this from my research.It is much suited for people who have reached advanced stage;at the local visa office stage.
How to Order CAIPS Notes?

Note:
It is still CAIPS... not yet merged with GCMS.


Our CAIPS can be ordered thru either of the following three [3] methods:
1. By our Consultant [if u have one] --usually a Free service provided by the good ones, or charge $5
2. Thru a Friend/Relative [who's in Canada] --s/he can obtain it under your authorization. Fees $5
3. From Websites [offering CAIPS Service] --discussed below. Costs $30-40.


How to fetch the CAIPS thru friend/relative [in Canada] ?

Under the Privacy Act, one of our friends/relatives, who reside in Canada, can order the CAIPS under our authorization. There is a CIC fee of only $5 to be incurred for that purpose. Here's what we should do:

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf
2. Fill the specified colums/fields, viz:
- a) Visa post [ND, Buffalo, London etc.]
- b) Your File number [Bxxxxxxx]
- c) Date of Birth [applicant's, not the rep's]
- d) The requester's Postal address [Canadian Address only]
3. Tick the box "for CAIPS Notes request" on the form.
4. Enclose copies of the rep's [not yours] PR Card/visa/COPR etc. [Canadian ID].
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"].
6. Enclose a Money Order/Draft for $5.
7. Send (Mail or Courier 'only') all the documents to:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
(Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator)
Narono Building 360 Laurier Avenue West, 10th Floor
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1L1
Tel.: (613) 957-6512
8. Your CAIPS Notes should return by 4-6 weeks [usually].


Obtaining our CAIPS thru the websites:

There r many websites who offer such services, usually charging anything between $30-40. However, in that 'basic' price they'd only send u the retrieved CAIPS Notes; and would charge u furthermore for explaining them. Nonetheless, it's not a bad idea to yet take their services. Most applicants use either of the following websites for obtaining their CAIPS:

a) http://www.caips.ca/
b) http://caipsnotes.com/index.shtml
c) http://www.caipsretriever.com/2006/03/immigrants-life-in-toronto-canada-ii.html


When will my CAIPS arrive?
As our request application reaches CIC, they'd take a week+ to retrieve it. Despatching takes another week+. While the postal duration could again be one more week. Oh yes, it is send by CIC thru regular postal mail. Thus, overall we r looking at 4-6 weeks to receive our CAIPS notes.

When I'm reading my CAIPS, is it "current" information?
No. As there's a gap between the CAIPS printing [by CIC] & receiving [by us], we would be getting the picture around 3-4 weeks back dated. Things might change in between... some BF'Ds gone by, some addnl Codes logged.

When should I obtain my CAIPS?
It's only required when things have gone overboard... when there's much delay in case progress.... or when we have received an interview letter. Our CAIPS could elicit some info on the perception of our VO/s towards our case... why an interview was required... What stage we r currently in... points calc... when would be the next review date.... next BF'D etc. Thus, we could fetch our CAIPS "after" 8-12 months of case processing.

When should I obtain "another" set of my CAIPS?
It's unwise to frequently apply for our CAIPS notes. Anything between 6-8 months is Ok... 'coz before that nothing much would have been logged on it anyway.

How do I "read" my CAIPS?
Most of the info on our CAIPS r 'coded'. Member FinPro graciously have deliberated on these codes during his 6th Oct 2006 post in this very forum. Pls read it here: http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/caips-codes-t2988.0.html

NOTE:
As we 'land' our case logging continues by CIC/CBSA - but thereon it's recorded in "FOSS".

Hope that helped!
Qorax
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

CAIPS:
CAIPS is short for "Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC to process visa applications, and holds all the information on the current status of every immigration application being processed by overseas offices (ie. those outside of Canada), other than new applications at offices which have switched to using the "GCMS" system.

FOSS:
FOSS is short for "Field Operations Support System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC offices in Canada to track all immigration-related information of "in-Canada" applicants - as well as continue to do so for all applicants post 'landing'. The FOSS database is a central repository of information on all persons who have been, may be or are wanted to be seen by Immigration staff. FOSS comprises numerous components including query functions, status entry, docs creation, refugee monitoring, medical profiles, client name and address, airport inspection, access & security, and records maintenance. All Immigration staff that work with the public and the staff that support these officers use FOSS. It is also used by Canadian consulates in various locations in the United States. And like the CAIPS system -it is being superceded by GCMS as well.

GCMS:
GCMS is short for "Global Case Management System", and is the newer computer system that CIC is rolling out across their offices around the globe. Once fully incorporated it would supersede CAIPS & FOSS; and manage all info under one umbrella - Mother of All. It's still under implementation in many overseas CHCs. And expected to be fully operational by 2012.
 

phunrae

Hero Member
Jun 20, 2013
257
3
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2263
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27/05/2013
AOR Received.
PER 12/08/2013
It is surely well o, it is not even just the wait alone but also the fact that some major decisons are tied to this application, dats why we just desire to know or have a mustard seed faith that we don't wait for 2yrs or more but then we won't put our lives on hold, we ll keep on keepin on


quote author=Acesbaby link=topic=160551.msg2646863#msg2646863 date=1382045526]
Phunrae,

Thanks for the response. Sorry I am replying late, was out of town. I have taken time to read through this thread and all other connected threads. Seriously, d wait na die. No joke, lets call a spade a spade, it can be quite frustrating giving that we don't even have a timeline. It could be anything from 1 month to 2 years. But what can we do, we just have to keep the faith and encourage each other. I am very glad I found this forum it really helps to ease the stress knowing that there are other people going thru the same thing as me.
With faith, I believe that our case will be sooner than later. IT IS WELL!
[/quote]
 

phunrae

Hero Member
Jun 20, 2013
257
3
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2263
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27/05/2013
AOR Received.
PER 12/08/2013
Ok, just what I thought plus make person no just dey dash cic money anyhow no matter how small

GENTLEANDREW said:
I got this from my research.It is much suited for people who have reached advanced stage;at the local visa office stage.
How to Order CAIPS Notes?

Note:
It is still CAIPS... not yet merged with GCMS.


Our CAIPS can be ordered thru either of the following three [3] methods:
1. By our Consultant [if u have one] --usually a Free service provided by the good ones, or charge $5
2. Thru a Friend/Relative [who's in Canada] --s/he can obtain it under your authorization. Fees $5
3. From Websites [offering CAIPS Service] --discussed below. Costs $30-40.


How to fetch the CAIPS thru friend/relative [in Canada] ?

Under the Privacy Act, one of our friends/relatives, who reside in Canada, can order the CAIPS under our authorization. There is a CIC fee of only $5 to be incurred for that purpose. Here's what we should do:

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf
2. Fill the specified colums/fields, viz:
- a) Visa post [ND, Buffalo, London etc.]
- b) Your File number [Bxxxxxxx]
- c) Date of Birth [applicant's, not the rep's]
- d) The requester's Postal address [Canadian Address only]
3. Tick the box "for CAIPS Notes request" on the form.
4. Enclose copies of the rep's [not yours] PR Card/visa/COPR etc. [Canadian ID].
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"].
6. Enclose a Money Order/Draft for $5.
7. Send (Mail or Courier 'only') all the documents to:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
(Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator)
Narono Building 360 Laurier Avenue West, 10th Floor
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1L1
Tel.: (613) 957-6512
8. Your CAIPS Notes should return by 4-6 weeks [usually].


Obtaining our CAIPS thru the websites:

There r many websites who offer such services, usually charging anything between $30-40. However, in that 'basic' price they'd only send u the retrieved CAIPS Notes; and would charge u furthermore for explaining them. Nonetheless, it's not a bad idea to yet take their services. Most applicants use either of the following websites for obtaining their CAIPS:

a) http://www.caips.ca/
b) http://caipsnotes.com/index.shtml
c) http://www.caipsretriever.com/2006/03/immigrants-life-in-toronto-canada-ii.html


When will my CAIPS arrive?
As our request application reaches CIC, they'd take a week+ to retrieve it. Despatching takes another week+. While the postal duration could again be one more week. Oh yes, it is send by CIC thru regular postal mail. Thus, overall we r looking at 4-6 weeks to receive our CAIPS notes.

When I'm reading my CAIPS, is it "current" information?
No. As there's a gap between the CAIPS printing [by CIC] & receiving [by us], we would be getting the picture around 3-4 weeks back dated. Things might change in between... some BF'Ds gone by, some addnl Codes logged.

When should I obtain my CAIPS?
It's only required when things have gone overboard... when there's much delay in case progress.... or when we have received an interview letter. Our CAIPS could elicit some info on the perception of our VO/s towards our case... why an interview was required... What stage we r currently in... points calc... when would be the next review date.... next BF'D etc. Thus, we could fetch our CAIPS "after" 8-12 months of case processing.

When should I obtain "another" set of my CAIPS?
It's unwise to frequently apply for our CAIPS notes. Anything between 6-8 months is Ok... 'coz before that nothing much would have been logged on it anyway.

How do I "read" my CAIPS?
Most of the info on our CAIPS r 'coded'. Member FinPro graciously have deliberated on these codes during his 6th Oct 2006 post in this very forum. Pls read it here: http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/caips-codes-t2988.0.html

NOTE:
As we 'land' our case logging continues by CIC/CBSA - but thereon it's recorded in "FOSS".

Hope that helped!
Qorax
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

CAIPS:
CAIPS is short for "Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC to process visa applications, and holds all the information on the current status of every immigration application being processed by overseas offices (ie. those outside of Canada), other than new applications at offices which have switched to using the "GCMS" system.

FOSS:
FOSS is short for "Field Operations Support System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC offices in Canada to track all immigration-related information of "in-Canada" applicants - as well as continue to do so for all applicants post 'landing'. The FOSS database is a central repository of information on all persons who have been, may be or are wanted to be seen by Immigration staff. FOSS comprises numerous components including query functions, status entry, docs creation, refugee monitoring, medical profiles, client name and address, airport inspection, access & security, and records maintenance. All Immigration staff that work with the public and the staff that support these officers use FOSS. It is also used by Canadian consulates in various locations in the United States. And like the CAIPS system -it is being superceded by GCMS as well.

GCMS:
GCMS is short for "Global Case Management System", and is the newer computer system that CIC is rolling out across their offices around the globe. Once fully incorporated it would supersede CAIPS & FOSS; and manage all info under one umbrella - Mother of All. It's still under implementation in many overseas CHCs. And expected to be fully operational by 2012.
 

pickabeau

Star Member
Sep 13, 2013
145
2
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
GENTLEANDREW said:
What Happens Next After Submitting Your Application

The table below represents the phases of the assessment and processing.
Phase: Completeness check

Citizenship and Immigration Canada reviews your application to make sure that:

all required fields in your application forms are complete,
all required documents are submitted from Document Checklist (IMM 5612), and
the correct processing fee payment has been made

If your application is:

incomplete or;
the allowable cap limit has been reached,

your entire package (including your payment) will be returned to you with a letter explaining why it is being returned.
Phase: Eligibility Review

An officer at the CIO will make a final determination as to whether you meet all the eligibility criteria and your application is eligible for processing.

If your application is not eligible for processing, you will be sent a letter that:

explains the reason(s) why your application is not eligible for processing, and
confirms that a refund for the processing fee will be issued.

Phase: Selection and Admissibility

If your application is eligible for processing, your application will be assessed against the following requirements:

minimum requirements
selection factors
sufficient funds
admissibility (criminality, security, medical)

Note: If the initial assessment of your score for points against the selection factors is equal to or greater than the pass mark, your application will be sent by the CIO to the appropriate visa office for further processing and a final decision. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, or do not meet the pass mark against the selection factors, your application will be refused. In either case, a refund of processing fees will not be issued at this stage of the application process.


Important information
Medical requirements

All applicants must undergo a medical examination.

You and your family members, whether they will be accompanying you or not, must undergo and pass a medical examination. To pass the medical examination you or your family members must not have a condition that:

is a danger to public health or safety, or
would cause excessive demand on health or social services in Canada.

Examples of “excessive demand” include ongoing hospitalization or institutional care for a physical or mental illness.

Important information. You must inform us immediately of any change in your marital status or your family composition (e.g. marriage, common-law relationship, separation, divorce, birth of a child, adoption of a child, death, etc). Any family member who has not been examined before you become a permanent resident can never be sponsored by you in the future.

Instructions
Information on medical instructions will be provided to you. When you receive your assessment notice you will also receive medical forms for yourself (and any accompanying dependants if applicable), instructions and how to access a list of doctors in your area who are authorized to conduct immigration medical examinations (see below). You are not required to have a medical examination before you submit your application forms.

Exam validity
The medical examination results are valid for 12 months from the date of the first medical examination. If the processing of your application for permanent residence is not completed during this time, you will have to undergo another complete medical examination.

Authorized doctors
Only certain designated doctors can do the medical examination. You must see a physician on Canada's list of Panel Physicians. Note that the physician is only responsible for conducting a medical examination; he or she cannot give you any advice on the immigration process.
Factors that can facilitate processing

There are certain things you can do to help ensure that your application is processed as fast as possible:

make sure that all the documentation and information requested are provided with your application
advise the visa office, where you submitted your application, of any change to your contact information. This includes:
mailing address
telephone number
facsimile number (fax)
e-mail address

Factors that may delay processing

The following factors may delay the processing of your application:

unclear photocopies of documents
contact information that is unclear, illegible, incorrect or blocked by your internet server
documents not accompanied by a certified English or French translation
information and documents provided required independent verification
a medical condition that may require additional tests or consultations
a criminal or security problem
family situations such as impending divorce, or custody or maintenance issues, or completion of a legal adoption
consultation is required with other offices in Canada and abroad

H&C considerations

The Ministerial Instructions do not permit the consideration of humanitarian and compassionate (H&C) requests for exemption from immigration legislation, unless the applicant meets the requirements for processing under one of the two categories identified in the Federal Skilled Worker class.

This means that requests for exemptions on H&C grounds should only be submitted after it has been determined that your application qualifies for processing under the ministerial instructions.

Note: Requests in other classes will continue to be processed at Visa Offices.

Permanent resident status

If your application is successful, you and your family members will receive permanent resident visas. You will become permanent residents of Canada when you move to Canada within the validity of your visa(s). Some conditions will apply:

You will remain a permanent resident until you become a Canadian citizen, as long as you spend at least two years of each five year period in Canada.
You may leave and re-enter Canada as often as you wish.

Rights

As permanent residents, you and your family members will have the right to:

live, study and work in Canada for as long as you remain permanent residents
access most social benefits accorded to Canadian citizens (see Limitations).
apply for Canadian citizenship, and if granted, apply for a Canadian passport once you have been a legal permanent resident for three of the four previous years.

Limitations

There are a few limitations on permanent residents:

You cannot vote in certain elections.
You may be ineligible for certain jobs requiring high-level security clearances.
If you or any of your family members commit a serious crime, you or your family members may be stripped of permanent resident status and deported from Canada.

Obligations

As permanent residents, you will also have the same legal obligations as Canadians, such as paying taxes and respecting all federal, provincial, and municipal laws.
The Permanent Resident Card

All new permanent residents will be issued a card as part of the process. Cards will be mailed to your home address soon after you become a permanent resident. For more information on the Permanent Resident Card, visit our website.
Checking application status online

You can check the status of your application online once you receive your file number by doing the following:

Go to the CIC website;
Select Check application status;
Follow the instructions provided.

Protecting your information

Your personal information is:

only available to Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and Canada Border Service Agency (CBSA) employees who need to see it in order to provide the services to you, and
not disclosed to anyone else except as permitted under the provisions of the Privacy Act.

For more information. You can obtain additional information on the protection of your data by visiting the Help Centre on our website.
How to contact CIC
Within Canada

CIC Call Centre:

1 888 242-2100 (toll-free)

Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., your local time

If you are deaf, deafened or hard of hearing, or you have a speech impediment and use a text telephone, you can access the TTY service from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. your local time by calling: 1-888-576-8502 (in Canada only).
Outside Canada

Contact a visa office at a Canadian:

Embassy,
High Commission or
Consulate

Consult the local phone pages or the CIC website for addresses, phone numbers and website address
 

pickabeau

Star Member
Sep 13, 2013
145
2
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
GENTLEANDREW said:
I got this from my research.It is much suited for people who have reached advanced stage;at the local visa office stage.
How to Order CAIPS Notes?

Note:
It is still CAIPS... not yet merged with GCMS.


Our CAIPS can be ordered thru either of the following three [3] methods:
1. By our Consultant [if u have one] --usually a Free service provided by the good ones, or charge $5
2. Thru a Friend/Relative [who's in Canada] --s/he can obtain it under your authorization. Fees $5
3. From Websites [offering CAIPS Service] --discussed below. Costs $30-40.


How to fetch the CAIPS thru friend/relative [in Canada] ?

Under the Privacy Act, one of our friends/relatives, who reside in Canada, can order the CAIPS under our authorization. There is a CIC fee of only $5 to be incurred for that purpose. Here's what we should do:

1. Download the form here: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5563B.pdf
2. Fill the specified colums/fields, viz:
- a) Visa post [ND, Buffalo, London etc.]
- b) Your File number [Bxxxxxxx]
- c) Date of Birth [applicant's, not the rep's]
- d) The requester's Postal address [Canadian Address only]
3. Tick the box "for CAIPS Notes request" on the form.
4. Enclose copies of the rep's [not yours] PR Card/visa/COPR etc. [Canadian ID].
5. Attach the Consent Form [signed by each applicant for "use of a representative"].
6. Enclose a Money Order/Draft for $5.
7. Send (Mail or Courier 'only') all the documents to:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
(Access to Information and Privacy Coordinator)
Narono Building 360 Laurier Avenue West, 10th Floor
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 1L1
Tel.: (613) 957-6512
8. Your CAIPS Notes should return by 4-6 weeks [usually].


Obtaining our CAIPS thru the websites:

There r many websites who offer such services, usually charging anything between $30-40. However, in that 'basic' price they'd only send u the retrieved CAIPS Notes; and would charge u furthermore for explaining them. Nonetheless, it's not a bad idea to yet take their services. Most applicants use either of the following websites for obtaining their CAIPS:

a) http://www.caips.ca/
b) http://caipsnotes.com/index.shtml
c) http://www.caipsretriever.com/2006/03/immigrants-life-in-toronto-canada-ii.html


When will my CAIPS arrive?
As our request application reaches CIC, they'd take a week+ to retrieve it. Despatching takes another week+. While the postal duration could again be one more week. Oh yes, it is send by CIC thru regular postal mail. Thus, overall we r looking at 4-6 weeks to receive our CAIPS notes.

When I'm reading my CAIPS, is it "current" information?
No. As there's a gap between the CAIPS printing [by CIC] & receiving [by us], we would be getting the picture around 3-4 weeks back dated. Things might change in between... some BF'Ds gone by, some addnl Codes logged.

When should I obtain my CAIPS?
It's only required when things have gone overboard... when there's much delay in case progress.... or when we have received an interview letter. Our CAIPS could elicit some info on the perception of our VO/s towards our case... why an interview was required... What stage we r currently in... points calc... when would be the next review date.... next BF'D etc. Thus, we could fetch our CAIPS "after" 8-12 months of case processing.

When should I obtain "another" set of my CAIPS?
It's unwise to frequently apply for our CAIPS notes. Anything between 6-8 months is Ok... 'coz before that nothing much would have been logged on it anyway.

How do I "read" my CAIPS?
Most of the info on our CAIPS r 'coded'. Member FinPro graciously have deliberated on these codes during his 6th Oct 2006 post in this very forum. Pls read it here: http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/caips-codes-t2988.0.html

NOTE:
As we 'land' our case logging continues by CIC/CBSA - but thereon it's recorded in "FOSS".

Hope that helped!
Qorax
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CAIPS:
CAIPS is short for "Computer Assisted Immigration Processing System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC to process visa applications, and holds all the information on the current status of every immigration application being processed by overseas offices (ie. those outside of Canada), other than new applications at offices which have switched to using the "GCMS" system.

FOSS:
FOSS is short for "Field Operations Support System". It is the computer system historically used by CIC offices in Canada to track all immigration-related information of "in-Canada" applicants - as well as continue to do so for all applicants post 'landing'. The FOSS database is a central repository of information on all persons who have been, may be or are wanted to be seen by Immigration staff. FOSS comprises numerous components including query functions, status entry, docs creation, refugee monitoring, medical profiles, client name and address, airport inspection, access & security, and records maintenance. All Immigration staff that work with the public and the staff that support these officers use FOSS. It is also used by Canadian consulates in various locations in the United States. And like the CAIPS system -it is being superceded by GCMS as well.

GCMS:
GCMS is short for "Global Case Management System", and is the newer computer system that CIC is rolling out across their offices around the globe. Once fully incorporated it would supersede CAIPS & FOSS; and manage all info under one umbrella - Mother of All. It's still under implementation in many overseas CHCs. And expected to be fully operational by 2012.
 

Naija babe2

Star Member
Oct 3, 2013
71
1
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2145
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
03/07/2013
AOR Received.
03/10/13
IELTS Request
Submitted with application
Med's Request
02/10/14
Med's Done....
5/10/14
Passport Req..
10/11/14
VISA ISSUED...
15/10/14
phunrae said:
Nothing to analyse. Going by the other timeline, they are currently working on 2011 applicants but I can't say for sure the month because it seems staggered and I don't think 2012 applicants are that much as there was no FSW that year.

There is a lot to analyze because if it's well done we know exactly what is going on, be able to notice any pattern in their processing and also reasonably predict what and when something is to happen on your application. It was a long wait to get PER but I did not fret one bit because from the spreadsheet used from the fswp 2013 forum I was able to have an idea when to expect it and it worked got my PER about 2 days diff frm when I expected it. I think it helps with d wait and gives u a bit of control.

@ Thebaft that is a really good idea and will sure require some dedication as you said.
 

Gofame

Hero Member
Oct 16, 2013
295
5
DyDx said:
Hi Bro, setting up this forum for New Applicants is spot-on, especially to help monitor and benchmark progress made in one another's application. But let me quickly say that after receipt of PER and file transfer to Accra (Accra sometimes send AOR), you join the queue for thesame process at Accra viz:... additional document request (sometimes), interview (rarely, but possible), Background/Security check (done at anytime), MR+RPRF, Passport Request (PR) and PRV+COPR collection. Although, I believe this year's applications will be processed faster.

As for seniors response to questions raised, I encourage you could send PM as well to some persons if answers are not coming on time; and you can also search on that page with key words, most times answers to thesame or similar questions will pop-out. I believe and proclaim the saying that 'The purpose of inheritance is that 2 generations do not have to work for thesame thing' ;so leverage is key. We are committed to a common goal and God will perfect our expectations; no retreat, until we succeed...... Permanent Residents of Canada.
Cheers
DyDx
I totally agree wit u DyDx,our seniors have alot to share and help us wit.I av also visited the other forum and the insight u will get is overwhelming.true there are slight differences in the 2013 category but they still have alot to teach us as the stage we are in now(waiting for AOR) is similar to theirs. We are one BIG family!
 

phunrae

Hero Member
Jun 20, 2013
257
3
Category........
Visa Office......
Accra
NOC Code......
2263
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
27/05/2013
AOR Received.
PER 12/08/2013
What I meant was that they dnt ve a spreadsheet to use in analysing how d apps are processed, if u read d timeline some have done med earlier in d year wiv no response yet while some get PPR in less dan 2mths afta Med, 1 persn got MR nd he applied in 2012 nd some 2011 applicants are still waitin for MR, so ve seen dat it is nt as organised as CIC NS process @ all but below is a link dat mite throw some more lite on wat and how accra is processing this apps as ve copied it from d snrs forum

http://www.stevenmeurrens.com/2013/08/environmental-overview-accra/






Naija babe2 said:
There is a lot to analyze because if it's well done we know exactly what is going on, be able to notice any pattern in their processing and also reasonably predict what and when something is to happen on your application. It was a long wait to get PER but I did not fret one bit because from the spreadsheet used from the fswp 2013 forum I was able to have an idea when to expect it and it worked got my PER about 2 days diff frm when I expected it. I think it helps with d wait and gives u a bit of control.

@ Thebaft that is a really good idea and will sure require some dedication as you said.