Hi Group, does anyone knows current timelines for biometrics in GTA. My mother got biometrics request but I see service canada is closed and they will call themself and give appointment.
Any idea what is current waitlist here..?????
New temporary public policy allowing permanent residence applicants to rely on biometrics previously submitted within the last 10 years.
More info.
Who can get a biometrics appointment?
Biometrics collection services are currently available only for permanent residence applicants who have been contacted by a Service Canada officer and given a scheduled appointment.
Service Canada is calling those who have been waiting the longest to give their biometrics, based on
- the date their application was submitted to us
- where they live
If you’re in a region where there are a lot of people waiting to give their biometrics, like the Greater Toronto Area, it may take longer for Service Canada to call you. They will contact you as soon as they can.
If you miss your scheduled appointment
If you miss your scheduled appointment for any reason, including because you have COVID-19 symptoms, a Service Canada officer will call you again to schedule a new appointment.
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/coronavirus-covid19/biometrics.html