CC79 said:
1. I read that approval to be a sponsor takes about 15 months and the processing for the visa will be around the same. Has anyone had any experience on having approvals and visas issued faster?
2. Is there any possibility for her to come to Canada under a tourist visa? before or after applying for spousal visa as long as she presents a return ticket or any proof that she has to go back to the Philippines?
3. Though I am currently looking for employment, is it possible to already proceed with the application or should I wait until I have a job?
4. I may be able to find a part time job soon, will that suffice to justify supporting my wife? I am currently being assisted by my parents ( free rent in their house and a bit of financial aide) while I don't have a full time job yet plus I already deposited part of our savings to my bank account here in Canada. Will that help in the application?
5. Once she gets approved, we'll need to pack and send some things from Manila to Toronto, is there some sort of tax exemption on shipping?
6. For those who have gone through the process, any one have any more tips before and during the application process?
Hi
1. You didn't read that because nowhere does CIC say that. Posted processing times:
Outland: 62 days + 17 months
Inland: 17 months + 10 months
For outland, the 17 months is how long it took to process 80% of apps, meaning 79% were processed faster. I believe the average for Manila is around a year.
2. She can apply for a TRV but with a PR spouse living in Canada, the chances of approval are low. CIC will most likely consider you to be a stronger tie than anything in her home country.
3. You are not required to have a job. You will need to show how you will support yourselves without welfare (savings, family support, income potential, etc.).
4. As above.
5. If you are referring to the actual shipping, of course not. Shipping companies aren't going to care that she's moving to become a PR. If you are referring to duties paid when entering Canada, she will not be required to pay duties as long as the items are declared on landing and arrive with or after her.