Hi
@Miss bee
Hope you are doing well
I saw your post for inland application process
Can you please put some light on Outland process, people who are applying from outside canada for same non ee pnp application
Thanks in advance
For applicants going through the Outland PR process under a non-Express Entry (PNP) stream from outside Canada, the steps are similar to those for inland applicants, but there are a few unique considerations, particularly in terms of timelines and communication. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the Outland process:
1. Application Submission
• Outland applicants typically submit their application either through an online portal or, in some cases, on paper (though IRCC is increasingly moving to digital submissions)
• After submission, IRCC issues an Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR), confirming that the application has been received and is now being processed.
2. Completeness Check
• IRCC reviews the application to ensure all required documents are present and the forms are complete. If something is missing, they will likely return the application or request additional information.
• This step can sometimes take longer for Outland applications due to different processing centres being involved, often outside of Canada.
3. Medical Examination
• Once the completeness check is passed, IRCC sends a medical request. Outland applicants must complete this with an IRCC-approved physician in their country.
• Once completed, the results are uploaded by the medical centre to IRCC. Outland applicants often receive an update when the medicals are passed.
4. Background and Security Checks
• After medicals, criminality and security background checks begin. These checks ensure the applicant has no criminal or security risks.
• Background checks for Outland applicants can sometimes take longer, especially if the checks involve communication with the applicant’s home country or countries they have lived in for an extended period.
5. Eligibility Assessment
• In this phase, IRCC reviews the applicant’s qualifications, work experience, and other factors to ensure they meet the eligibility requirements of the specific PNP program under which they applied.
• For Outland applications, IRCC often communicates with the Provincial Nominee Program to confirm eligibility.
6. Decision and Pre-Arrival Letter (PAL)
• Once eligibility is confirmed and all background checks are complete, IRCC may issue a Pre-Arrival Letter (PAL). This letter is intended to help applicants access settlement services even before arriving in Canada.
• PAL is a positive sign, indicating the application is nearing completion, though it does not guarantee approval. It shows IRCC is preparing for the applicant’s transition to Canada.
7. Passport Request and COPR
• Once a decision is made, IRCC sends a passport request (PPR) to Outland applicants, asking them to submit their passport for visa stamping.
• Once stamped, the passport is returned along with the Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR). The COPR is the document that officially grants permanent residency upon arrival in Canada.
8. Landing in Canada
• Outland applicants use their COPR to “land” in Canada, which formally completes their immigration process.
• Upon entry, a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer confirms the applicant’s details, and the applicant is granted PR status. They can then apply for their PR card.