When to submit spouse open work permit

[Yoyoyuni]

Of course, I don't have access to all the information, it's just based on what I've seen. But from what I've seen, if you want the OWP, paper is a better option. Online applicants have to wait for AOR first, and many of them seem to be waiting 4-5 months for the AOR, while paper has been getting AOR pretty quickly, and then OWP within the pre-COVID times of 3-4 months. But, unfortunately, paper won't be an option starting September 23rd, so you'd have to submit before then. If you need maintained status, the paper application is probably a better as you can't benefit from maintained status until the OWP is submitted.

We wanted the OWP so we applied on paper.

Thank you for your patient reply. It's really helpful that you provide the recommendation.

 

[EloiseMann]

Thank you for your patient reply. It's really helpful that you provide the recommendation.

No worries. I think it's an important consideration. Online seems like a better option, but the lack of maintained status is a serious concern - especially when so many are waiting ages for AOR.

 

[sundaraman14]

Has anyone received OWP after applying online (after receiving spousal PR AOR)? I am trying to get a sense of the timelines for paper vs online. I see a lot of paper applications receiving OWP. But none for Online applications really

 

[demonpreet]

Hi, Everyone!
I have a question.

While I was applying for PR, I paid for PR as well as OWP.
Now, that I am applying for OWP, there is no option to select that I have already paid for my OWP. It is asking for 255 to be paid at the end of the application.
Can i select the option, i am exempt and explain how i have already paid and attach the receipt.
Or should I pay again and ask for a refund later?