I have a dilemma. I got an invite in June with 454 points. Right now since my birthday has passed, if I decline the ITA I would have 448 points.
My question is, is this enough to get another invite should I decline my ITA?
Am asking since my FBI PCC is taking an insanely long time to process - the application reached on July 11th. I checked with them today and they said they have still not even opened applications received on July 11th and therefore cannot confirm receipt of my application. My deadline meanwhile is next week - September 27.
So am thinking, if I have a chance next draw ,should I decline and get another 3 months time, so that I get to submit the FBI PCC?
In your case, it would not hurt you to decline since it says that you need it on the link to get the police record for the US. It's even highlighted in bold.
Special notes and considerations
It is possible that the FBI will take longer than 60 days to process a request for a police certificate. If you require an FBI police certificate, you must apply immediately upon receipt of your Invitation to Apply.
All police certificates must be originals. Photocopies will not be accepted.
Do I need to provide a Police Certificate for Express Entry?
Yes. If you are Invited to Apply (ITA) for Permanent Residence, you need to upload a police certificate in your Electronic Application for Permanent Residence (e-APR). Please follow the instructions above to get your police certificate.
NOTE: CIC will not accept police certificates sent by mail for Express Entry applications.