Startup Visa Program Timeline
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In most of cases every member received PAL, I saw it in my friends both inside and out
Btw, as he checked by a member of parliament, IRCC told him his eligibility hasn’t completed yet
I think we have no way to wait for the GCMS note response
Pre-Arrival Letters are exclusively issued to applicants residing outside of Canada. These letters are not provided to individuals who are already living within Canadian borders. The purpose of Pre-Arrival Letters is to assist international applicants in preparing for their move to Canada and to provide them with important information about their upcoming immigration process. Canadian residents, being already familiar with the country and its systems, do not require this preliminary guidance, which is why they are not issued such letters.
I actually believed it should be like this you said- it’s logical
But my immigration consultant told me other applicants who resided inside Canada, have received PAL
As well as some friends of mine who received PR approval last year, all received PAL ( all team reside in Canada)
But if the rules get changed please share here , thanks
This is misinformation. Pre arrival service is for anyone whose pr app has been approved preliminarily. it is called pre arrival just to be aligned with the legislation , because IRPA said people need to be outside of Canada to apply for PR. Since there are many pathways opened for inland PR applications, people within Canada also can get this service, it is just called settlement service. but they still receive PAL. Check the link below for detail (scroll down the the bottom)
Pre-arrival services: Who can get services
PALs are not always sent due to admin or system glitch.
Our consultant said the same about expecting an IRCC call about the ADR, especially regarding the business development report. However, we haven't received any calls. While IRCC calls are rare, they could happen. We can't share personal experience with such calls, but it's good to be prepared just in case.
Hello Guys,
is there any other detailed way to check on the application other than the portal at ircc website , i mean process meter or remaining time or processing status. (why we cant upload images or pictures here in this forum????)
is there any other detailed way to check on the application other than the portal at ircc website , i mean process meter or remaining time or processing status. (why we cant upload images or pictures here in this forum????)
- You can get free in-person and online services, if:
- we approved your permanent residence application
- you’re currently outside Canada
Greeting Folks,
i saw in this forum some note that " Peer review has been terminated in Aug 2024 and IRCC officers will solely be responsible for reviewing business idea or progress" what is the impact of this change pros/cons?
moreover, does anyone have any progress since beginning of 2025?
what is the impact of early election 28th April 2025 on the SUV file processing time speed?
cheers
i saw in this forum some note that " Peer review has been terminated in Aug 2024 and IRCC officers will solely be responsible for reviewing business idea or progress" what is the impact of this change pros/cons?
moreover, does anyone have any progress since beginning of 2025?
what is the impact of early election 28th April 2025 on the SUV file processing time speed?
cheers
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Pre arrival service and PAL are not the same thing.
PAL means you can access Pre arrival service from outside Canada and settlement service within Canada. But PAL will be sent to all applicant passing eligibility, it is just a standard practice in the admin process.
Pros:
- Streamlined Process: With IRCC officers now solely responsible for reviewing the business ideas and progress, there might be a more streamlined process, reducing the complexity and waiting time associated with involving a third party (peer reviewers). This could make the process more direct and potentially faster for applicants.
- Consistency: IRCC officers may offer more consistent and standardized evaluations, as they will follow official guidelines and processes, leading to fewer subjective interpretations of business ideas compared to a peer review system that might vary from reviewer to reviewer.
- Clearer Accountability: Having one authority (IRCC) in charge means there is clear accountability for decisions. Applicants might find it easier to navigate the process, as they would be dealing with a single entity rather than multiple parties.
- Potential Overload: IRCC officers will now have more responsibility. If there is a significant volume of SUV applications, this could lead to delays or slower processing times. Officers might be overloaded with the dual task of reviewing business ideas and managing other application aspects.
- Reduced Expertise in Specific Industries: Peer reviewers may have industry-specific expertise that could have been helpful in evaluating unique business ideas. IRCC officers, while experienced, might not have the same depth of sector-specific knowledge, which could result in a less nuanced evaluation of certain business ideas.
- Less Feedback for Applicants: Peer reviews often provided constructive feedback to applicants about their business plans or progress. Without this feedback, applicants may be left with fewer opportunities for improving or refining their business proposals before IRCC makes a decision.
Impact of the Early Election on SUV Processing Times (April 28, 2025)
The impact of the early election on the processing times for the Start-Up Visa program could be significant, depending on how the election and any resultant government changes affect IRCC's operations:
- Potential Delays: Elections can lead to temporary disruptions in government operations, as departments may need to focus on election preparations, transitions, and policies. During this period, some services (including immigration processing) could face delays, especially if there is a change in government priorities or a shift in immigration policy.
- Governmental Priorities Shift: Depending on the results of the election, the incoming government might change the focus or structure of certain programs, which could either speed up or slow down processing times for specific applications like the SUV program. If immigration is a priority for the new government, there might be additional resources allocated to expedite processing.
- Possible Policy Adjustments: Election outcomes could lead to the introduction of new policies or adjustments to existing ones. This could have an immediate impact on processing times, particularly if any major changes are made to the Start-Up Visa program.
Nothing. The process has been incredibly slow.
In my case
Ago/22 - PR Application Submitted
Mar/24 - AOR received
Mar/24 - Update request
Mar/24 - Medical
...
Zero updates and/or requests until then.
31 months of waiting!
In my case
Ago/22 - PR Application Submitted
Mar/24 - AOR received
Mar/24 - Update request
Mar/24 - Medical
...
Zero updates and/or requests until then.
31 months of waiting!
Submission was in Mrach 2022
updates Mrach 2023
Medical Dec. 2023
No further updates - waiting 36 Months
