Thread for outland Buffalo applicants!

[Kiri]

I am in USA. I did my medical exam today. The DMP said he will send my IMM1017 to CIC which there is my photo on it. He told me again and again to save the copy of IMM1017 (green) which he gave it to me and Don't send it with my application. But IMM5491E #27 says I should send the original copy 2 of IMM1017. What should I do?
The IMM1017 which DMP gave me (green) doesn't have my photo on it. In the place of the photo there is a white tape with a stamp of a maple leaf and the number. The DMP did sign his name on it. But he didn't ask me to sign. Is that right?

That white tape you see is supposed to be peeled off and an original photo stickied onto it by them, then the photo stamped. Did you not have enough photos? One has to go on that, one on their copy, one on the xray...etc. You have to send in the original (photocopy one for yourself for your records), WITH photo on it so they have something to compare the one at the place they send the forms to.

At least I know this is how the outland process goes for those doing meds in Canada to file in the USA. If it's any other way in the US, someone correct me, and I'm sorry.

 

[luckcy]

That white tape you see is supposed to be peeled off and an original photo stickied onto it by them, then the photo stamped. Did you not have enough photos? One has to go on that, one on their copy, one on the xray...etc. You have to send in the original (photocopy one for yourself for your records), WITH photo on it so they have something to compare the one at the place they send the forms to.

At least I know this is how the outland process goes for those doing meds in Canada to file in the USA. If it's any other way in the US, someone correct me, and I'm sorry.

Thanks Kiri.
The maple leaf stamp is half on the form and half on the white tape. If I peel the tape off and put my photo on it, than the stamp is missing. The DMP said he will send my IMM1017 to CIC which there is my photo on it. It makes me confused.

 

[Lasiar]

Hi everyone.. Any Idea on the processing time from Detroit VO as far as getting your passport back to you.. I believe someone said they hadnt heard anything on Detroit for a while and back in 2010 it took like 3 weeks.. My problem is I dont have 3 weeks. Husband has to land june 13 2012... He is over nighting express post tomorrow so I know they will have it Tuesday 22nd in the AM.. with a return envelope for same over nite delivery. So if you can hand deliver it and have it ready for pick up in 10 days. can they do the same for mailing purposes? I dont see why not.. He is also enclosing a cover letter stating the obvious landing date and the urgency of them processing and returning his passport.

thanks guys.. lol I think there is a question in there somewhere.. My excitement over my husbands PPR is tampered by not knowing if they will get his papers back to him intime to land.. Sighs.

any info would be appreciated..

 

[ndbella]

hi,

Still waiting since Nov 2010.... very fusterated and it has been a struggle. Contacted my MP... they were no help.. did numerous inquiries online..with no response. Last letter my husband received was in December 2011 asking for additional documents. Worst experince ever. Thinking I should apply to move to the US.

 

[Lasiar]

hi,

Still waiting since Nov 2010.... very fusterated and it has been a struggle. Contacted my MP... they were no help.. did numerous inquiries online..with no response. Last letter my husband received was in December 2011 asking for additional documents. Worst experince ever. Thinking I should apply to move to the US.

since 2010??? that makes no sense. are you applying spousal? your husband is from the US?

 

[MsJoanne]

It's supposed to be 8 weeks for the FBI really - where did you see 16? I just had mine done a couple months ago and it took 7 weeks. Most people average 8-11 weeks.

Thanks OhCanadiana! Load off my mind.

 

[ndbella]

since 2010??? that makes no sense. are you applying spousal? your husband is from the US?

Yes since 2010- my husband is American- yes spousal

 

[Lasiar]

Yes since 2010- my husband is American- yes spousal

but why though? was there anything different or unusual about your application?

 

[ndbella]

but why though? was there anything different or unusual about your application?

I don't know why. I know the facts are my husband had 4 charges that were dismissed on his criminal record. I am assuming this is why it is taking so long. We have been married for 6 years. No kids. I lived in the states for 4 years on a student visa then desided to move back here to be closer to my family insted of me apply to stay there. We decided to apply for an outland visa- thought it would be faster. So he has been working and living in the states since i left. Traveling back and forth when we can afford it. Has not been good. So tierd of waiting... should of got a lawyer but thought i could save some money. Big regret.

 

[Lasiar]

I don't know why. I know the facts are my husband had 4 charges that were dismissed on his criminal record. I am assuming this is why it is taking so long. We have been married for 6 years. No kids. I lived in the states for 4 years on a student visa then desided to move back here to be closer to my family insted of me apply to stay there. We decided to apply for an outland visa- thought it would be faster. So he has been working and living in the states since i left. Traveling back and forth when we can afford it. Has not been good. So tierd of waiting... should of got a lawyer but thought i could save some money. Big regret.

Oh I am so sorry for you and your hubby, that is such a long time... I know the travelling back and forth is and does become an expensive thing after awhile.... call you MP again. mine did help me out and I'll be calling back this week again for more intervention.. I wish you all the best . please keep us informed of your journey. Fingers crossed for news soon for you.

 

[GOGOGO]

Sorry to hear your frustration, ndbella. When did you last talked to MP? When did you last request an update from Buffalo, eg through Case Specific Enquiry? Have you ordered GCMS after your husband had sent the documents, to see whether they have received the document, to know what're in progress and what're still outstanding in your case, and whether they have any other concern?

I don't know why. I know the facts are my husband had 4 charges that were dismissed on his criminal record. I am assuming this is why it is taking so long. We have been married for 6 years. No kids. I lived in the states for 4 years on a student visa then desided to move back here to be closer to my family insted of me apply to stay there. We decided to apply for an outland visa- thought it would be faster. So he has been working and living in the states since i left. Traveling back and forth when we can afford it. Has not been good. So tierd of waiting... should of got a lawyer but thought i could save some money. Big regret.

 

[GOGOGO]

Hi Lasiar, you can try to PM veronica.law to see if you can get some idea from her. She got PPR on Apr24 from Detroit.
By the way, some people were lucky that CIC had their medical extended so they were granted a few more months or so to arrange their landing. Hope you're one of those.

Hi everyone.. Any Idea on the processing time from Detroit VO as far as getting your passport back to you.. I believe someone said they hadnt heard anything on Detroit for a while and back in 2010 it took like 3 weeks.. My problem is I dont have 3 weeks. Husband has to land june 13 2012... He is over nighting express post tomorrow so I know they will have it Tuesday 22nd in the AM.. with a return envelope for same over nite delivery. So if you can hand deliver it and have it ready for pick up in 10 days. can they do the same for mailing purposes? I dont see why not.. He is also enclosing a cover letter stating the obvious landing date and the urgency of them processing and returning his passport.

thanks guys.. lol I think there is a question in there somewhere.. My excitement over my husbands PPR is tampered by not knowing if they will get his papers back to him intime to land.. Sighs.

any info would be appreciated..

 

[Lasiar]

Hi Lasiar, you can try to PM veronica.law to see if you can get some idea from her. She got PPR on Apr24 from Detroit.
By the way, some people were lucky that CIC had their medical extended so they were granted a few more months or so to arrange their landing. Hope you're one of those.

Hey GOGOGO thanks. it stated on his letter no extension not sure if that will remain since I believe it to be a form letter with his landing date added.. I wonder do they email you that you have extension let you know sooner rather than later? its just stressfull.. But I will contact veronica.....

 

[ndbella]

Sorry to hear your frustration, ndbella. When did you last talked to MP? When did you last request an update from Buffalo, eg through Case Specific Enquiry? Have you ordered GCMS after your husband had sent the documents, to see whether they have received the document, to know what're in progress and what're still outstanding in your case, and whether they have any other concern?

Hi, Last talked to my MP a month ago. They said they would contact me with an update. I havn't heard anything from them.I will call again Tuesday AM. I did a online case inquiry about 20 days ago- still havn't heard a reply. But i never have got an reply from them. I have done numerous inquiries online. How do I order the GCMS Notes?

 

[ndbella]

Oh I am so sorry for you and your hubby, that is such a long time... I know the travelling back and forth is and does become an expensive thing after awhile.... call you MP again. mine did help me out and I'll be calling back this week again for more intervention.. I wish you all the best . please keep us informed of your journey. Fingers crossed for news soon for you.

Thanks ! I will keep you informed. I really am hoping for some answers.