Will be gone for over a month
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CIC requires you to notify them when you will be gone for over 2 weeks. Given OB 476B's new policy of throwing out the applications of those who miss test or oath invites without a documentable death-related excuse, it's probably a good idea to let them know about your upcoming trip.John P. said:
I am leaving for 3 weeks around Christmas time. My application is in process.
Should I notify the CIC too? Honestly, I am very worried to do so. I read on this forum that an applicant postponed his oath date due to work related trip and he was given an RQ right after he informed the CIC. Imagine! the oath was right at his finger tips. The oath was already scheduled! But conflicted with his trip.
Anyways. Suggestions? Anyone traveled for more than two weeks while application was in process?
Should I notify the CIC too? Honestly, I am very worried to do so. I read on this forum that an applicant postponed his oath date due to work related trip and he was given an RQ right after he informed the CIC. Imagine! the oath was right at his finger tips. The oath was already scheduled! But conflicted with his trip.
Anyways. Suggestions? Anyone traveled for more than two weeks while application was in process?
There's no point to notify them-- you're not changing home address and you're not anywhere near test or oath from your timeline. It may only potentially cause issues later. Just keep your eye on ecas.farrous13 said:
Be warned though, that there were multiple reports of CIC still sending letters to applicants in period of absence, even if CIC was properly notified, resulting in near misses of tests. You can never relax with these guys, even if you do everything properly.
No, it does not mean that. In fact anyone can get RQ, does not matter they live the country or not. At least that is what I learned in this forum from many applicants. I would still suggest to notify CIC if you leave for more then 2 weeks, it is more fair and you can travel in peace.niana.j said:
farrous13 said:
CIC requires applicants to notify them but then it is up to you, you decide. One thing you should NEVER do is to postpone your Oath or Test, NEVER!
I left after applying for citizenship (met the required days, in fact more then 1095 days) and now waiting for my test. So far no RQ but won't be surprised if I get it (preparing myself for that too but will be very sad if i get it). I called CIC twice in fact, the first time I called to notify them of my absence and the second time I called from abroad to ask them how to change my current address online. The first time I called the agent asked if I want them to stop my application process and I said no and that I am just calling to notify them of my absence and that I will be away for certain time.
Also, recently when I called CIC I was told that my file has been transferred to my local office
. All the best.
I think I will notify them. Why not?
What's your local office Yolka?
What's your local office Yolka?
Yolka said:CIC requires applicants to notify them but then it is up to you, you decide. One thing you should NEVER do is to postpone your Oath or Test, NEVER!
I left after applying for citizenship (met the required days, in fact more then 1095 days) and now waiting for my test. So far no RQ but won't be surprised if I get it (preparing myself for that too but will be very sad if i get it). I called CIC twice in fact, the first time I called to notify them of my absence and the second time I called from abroad to ask them how to change my current address online. The first time I called the agent asked if I want them to stop my application process and I said no and that I am just calling to notify them of my absence and that I will be away for certain time.
Also, recently when I called CIC I was told that my file has been transferred to my local office
All the best.
I wanted to go on a vacation too this year. But cancelled the plan. Last thing I wanna know is my recent travel was the cause for any RQ.
Question came up on other forums as to how would you prove that you went for vacation after you applied for citizenship and not before. Because there is no way of knowing exit dates unless a proof is submitted, and that proofing means RQ.
I believe a vacation should not cause any delays, however, as the saying goes, when in doubt, throw it out. So i threw away my vacation plans.
That being said, if one already got RQ, then he/she has no problems travelling because they will be asked to submit documents anyways.
Good luck everyone.
Question came up on other forums as to how would you prove that you went for vacation after you applied for citizenship and not before. Because there is no way of knowing exit dates unless a proof is submitted, and that proofing means RQ.
I believe a vacation should not cause any delays, however, as the saying goes, when in doubt, throw it out. So i threw away my vacation plans.
That being said, if one already got RQ, then he/she has no problems travelling because they will be asked to submit documents anyways.
Good luck everyone.
I will not do the same. With or without an RQ, it doesn't really affect me. Don't get me wrong, it's great if I get the citizenship fast. But I shouldn't live in stress because of an RQ.
I believe that some applicants have the wrong idea about the Canadian citizenship. Most want to get that passport to secure a future for their kids and so forth. In my case I consider myself Canadian, even without the citizenship. I am more of a believer in accomplishments, involvement in the community and creating a better future to fore-coming generations regardless of where I live and work. So yes, if I get a better opportunity to do better in my life somewhere else (different country or in Canada), I will jump on it.
Most ignorant people complain about naturalized Canadians who leave to work somewhere else (I assume it's because of the frauds). That's when the meaning of becoming a citizen is contradicted. The same people (the ignorant ones) btw, will never complain about other Canadians who were born and raised in Canada and have left to do better in their life somewhere else. But instead will praise the presence of Canadian companies and citizens all over the world. It's just those naturalized ones like you and me will be under attack... 8)
I believe that some applicants have the wrong idea about the Canadian citizenship. Most want to get that passport to secure a future for their kids and so forth. In my case I consider myself Canadian, even without the citizenship. I am more of a believer in accomplishments, involvement in the community and creating a better future to fore-coming generations regardless of where I live and work. So yes, if I get a better opportunity to do better in my life somewhere else (different country or in Canada), I will jump on it.
Most ignorant people complain about naturalized Canadians who leave to work somewhere else (I assume it's because of the frauds). That's when the meaning of becoming a citizen is contradicted. The same people (the ignorant ones) btw, will never complain about other Canadians who were born and raised in Canada and have left to do better in their life somewhere else. But instead will praise the presence of Canadian companies and citizens all over the world. It's just those naturalized ones like you and me will be under attack... 8)
dear_pnp said:
farrous13 said:
I'll share you my experience. I went on an emergency vacation with my family this year for 3 weeks (from 2nd week of August till 1st week of September) and at that time, I was expecting to get the invitation for citizenship exam late of August or early Sept. I had no choice but to go since it's an emergency issue. So, I asked a friend to check my mails. Then i got the news that indeed CIC letter came and we were scheduled for Sept 12. We came Sept 7 and we had five days to review our Canada guide. My wife and I were literally cramming for the exam since she's attending school and I am working in shift but we passed the exam. During the interview, the officer only mentioned the one time we left for vacation covering the three years we are here (included in the residency calculator). Our applications got transferred to local office (mississauga) at around Feb so it is about 6 months before the written exam. I read from other post that it takes 6-7 months to get a written invitation. I guess you need to take in consideration the 6-7 months of time once your application got transferred to the local office.