Spousal sponsorship

[CanadianJeepGuy]

Hey guys, sorry for what may seem like a simple and stupid question. I just wanted to make sure so our processing time doesn't get delayed. I'm going to be sponsoring my future spouse who's from Korea applying inland. What are the documents we will be needing?

http//wwwcic.gc.ca/english/pdf/kits/forms/IMM5443E.pdf


Is this the document checklist we follow?

Thanks so much in advance!

Here is the link: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/applications/spouse.asp

There is also the guide specific to the country your spouse is from. I think it is still applicable whether the application is inland or outland.

 

[computergeek]

There is also the guide specific to the country your spouse is from. I think it is still applicable whether the application is inland or outland.

All inland applications are processed in Canada and should follow the inland rules and checklists. The outland country specific rules do not apply to inland applications (though there may be special rules for dependents living outside Canada as well that are specific to the foreign visa office handling the dependent's paperwork.)

 

[CanadianJeepGuy]

All inland applications are processed in Canada and should follow the inland rules and checklists. The outland country specific rules do not apply to inland applications (though there may be special rules for dependents living outside Canada as well that are specific to the foreign visa office handling the dependent's paperwork.)

So the guides are specific only to Outland applications?

 

[computergeek]

So the guides are specific only to Outland applications?

The outland office specific ones? Yes. The forms and checklists are a bit different between Inland and Outland. Not a LOT different, but different enough to be noticeable.

With that said, there are variations in how they process things (notably dependents not inside Canada) that are country specific.

 

[Leon]

So the guides are specific only to Outland applications?

Yes, the country guides are specific to those visa offices. When applying inland, just follow the instructions for inland.

 

[CanadianJeepGuy]

Thanks again.

 

[Ironsteel22]

Whats next and hiw long
REQUEST FOR DOCUMENTS AND PASSPORT COPIES

Dear XXXXX

This is in reference to your application for permanent residence in Canada as a member of the family class. We have now completed the initial assessment of your application, and expect to finalize your application without a personal interview. While an interview does not appear necessary at this time, we reserve the right to call you to an interview, should this become necessary at some future stage in processing.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE FINALIZED BY THE CASE PROCESSING PILOT – OTTAWA (“CPP-O”).

In order to continue processing your application, the following is required:

Ø
Ø COPY OR SCANNED IMAGE of your passport and passports of your accompanying family members, as noted below.
Ø CONFIRMATION of your current mailing address

 

[IvanP]

Whats next and hiw long
REQUEST FOR DOCUMENTS AND PASSPORT COPIES

Dear XXXXX

This is in reference to your application for permanent residence in Canada as a member of the family class. We have now completed the initial assessment of your application, and expect to finalize your application without a personal interview. While an interview does not appear necessary at this time, we reserve the right to call you to an interview, should this become necessary at some future stage in processing.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION BEFORE PROCEEDING FURTHER. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE FINALIZED BY THE CASE PROCESSING PILOT – OTTAWA (“CPP-O”).

In order to continue processing your application, the following is required:

Ø
Ø COPY OR SCANNED IMAGE of your passport and passports of your accompanying family members, as noted below.
Ø CONFIRMATION of your current mailing address

This is your PPR - average wait times after they receive your passport copy are about a month, but it could be 10 days to two months, or even longer (but it's usually faster if you send them scanned copies of your passport). That's probably an unsatisfying answer, but that's the process.

 

[Ironsteel22]

This is your PPR - average wait times after they receive your passport copy are about a month, but it could be 10 days to two months, or even longer (but it's usually faster if you send them scanned copies of your passport). That's probably an unsatisfying answer, but that's the process.

Ya we sent scanned copies just needed a time frame and your answer is what I need I know we still have to wait but it's just nice to know there is a light at the end of the tunnel thank you for your response

 

[hazamc]

Excellent post! Is there anyway the moderators could have it stuck at the top?

I wanna ask a question to my seniors.
On 07 June 2011 I applied for the immigration of my wife living in Pakistan. My application was received in CHC Islamabad on 04 August 2011. So far her status shows nothing other than "Application Received" So do you guys think that at this stage she should apply for a visit visa or not and what are the chances? In last 2 Years I had visited her two times and I want her to come here A.S.A.P.

 

[mic8400]

this thread is HUUUUUUUUUUUUUGE!!!!

 

[CanadianJeepGuy]

I wanna ask a question to my seniors.
On 07 June 2011 I applied for the immigration of my wife living in Pakistan. My application was received in CHC Islamabad on 04 August 2011. So far her status shows nothing other than "Application Received" So do you guys think that at this stage she should apply for a visit visa or not and what are the chances? In last 2 Years I had visited her two times and I want her to come here A.S.A.P.

First I would order your GCMS notes. They may tell you if there is anything holding up your application. Based on what I find there would determine whether I contact my MP or not.

 

[computergeek]

I wanna ask a question to my seniors.
On 07 June 2011 I applied for the immigration of my wife living in Pakistan. My application was received in CHC Islamabad on 04 August 2011. So far her status shows nothing other than "Application Received" So do you guys think that at this stage she should apply for a visit visa or not and what are the chances? In last 2 Years I had visited her two times and I want her to come here A.S.A.P.

Islamabad is a slow office. But you are coming up on 2 years (24 months) which is certainly time for them to be examining her file. As someone else suggested, order GCMS notes (it can be done online and ordering notes on her behalf will cost you $5).

She can certainly apply for a TRV but in general CIC often refuses such applications. If they do refuse her a TRV, you could certainly request a temporary resident permit (TRP) to overcome their finding of inadmissibility (an additional $200 fee and you have to explain why they should grant this discretionary permit). There is a section in OP 20 "Temporary Resident Permits" that covers this case - Section 5.20 "Early Admission". But TRPs can require 6+ months to process, by which time they may actually have completed processing of her file.

Good luck!

 

[jihadberberi]

Hello Leon / Beshoo,

I'm Canadian living in Lebanon, my wife is Lebanese and have two canadians childrens (6 and 3 years old). We are planning to apply for PR for my wife in order to travel and settle down in Canada. What do you suggest to apply inland or outland? if outland, how many months do you expect it takes to receive the PR?

Thanks in advance,

JB

 

[amikety]

Hello Leon / Beshoo,

I'm Canadian living in Lebanon, my wife is Lebanese and have two canadians childrens (6 and 3 years old). We are planning to apply for PR for my wife in order to travel and settle down in Canada. What do you suggest to apply inland or outland? if outland, how many months do you expect it takes to receive the PR?

Thanks in advance,

JB

Does your wife have a TRV? She would need to be physically present in Canada to apply Inland.

Beirut is posted as 19 months processing time for an Outland application.