I have finally been able to link my account. We are a family of 4 and I indicated this when I completed the application forms. However I was not getting through to link my account using this data. I just read a post from last year with someone in a similar situation. Because my first son is Canadian citizen, he is not considered by CIC it seems as 'part of the application' , meaning I had to put 3 when trying to link. So I just tried that and it worked -finally.
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My status shows:
Application status We are processing your application. We will send you a message when there is an update or if we need more info. from you.
Review of eligibility We are reviewing whether you meet the eligibility requirements.
Review of medical results If you need a medical exam, a message with instructions will be sent to you. Help
Review of additional documents We do not need additional documents. Help
Interview You do not need an interview. We will send you a message if this changes. Help
Biometrics We do not need your fingerprints. We will send you a message if this changes. Help
Background check Your application is in progress. We will send you a message when we start your background check. Help
Final decision Your application is in progress. We will send you a message once the final decision has been made.