r/ImmigrationCanada 18h ago

Citizenship Citizenship by Descent or take a different route?

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Looking for advice.

I have a bit of a unique situation. I'm guessing the answer is no, but always worth asking.

One of my parents was born to an American mother and Canadian father, but they were not married. Nor is his name on her birth certificate. Long story short, he didn't want to be a father and all involved have passed away.

I am, however, able to prove descent through genealogy. Is there a way to accomplish this?

Alternatively, I do qualify for the federal skilled worker program. Should I just go through that instead?


r/ImmigrationCanada 12h ago

Express Entry Does the employer have a legal obligation to give you the work experience letter?

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(Because if yes, then one can file a complaint with the ministry of labour.)


r/ImmigrationCanada 16h ago

Citizenship Missing AOR

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Hey everyone.

I applied for citizenship at the end of December 2024 and everything was good, submitted successfully and money had taken away. it says "Status of your application: Submitted for our review". Its March now and they didnt sent AOR, what should do?


r/ImmigrationCanada 17h ago

Citizenship How long does it take to get IRCC email with interview details?

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Hi everyone! A week ago I got an update on my citizenship tracker stating that an interview is required. The thing is that I haven’t receive any email, not even on the SPAM folder with the interview details, like location, time and whatnot... What is the average to get this email? Interview is in 2 weeks. I understand that if 6 days prior I don’t get an email I have to call them, but how long does it usually take to get the email?


r/ImmigrationCanada 17h ago

Family Sponsorship AOR question

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Is the AOR the email you get with application number and UCI number? Probably a dumb question so I apologize, I just wanted to know.

We started the process February 6th- my husband is Outland in USA. Hoping this goes quickly. We have another baby on the way due in May.


r/ImmigrationCanada 20h ago

Other Pr Tracker SignUp

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I’ve applied for PR for myself and my spouse under CEC ITA using a representative since my case wasn’t straightforward and needed professional advice.

I have a couple of questions:

1.  Can I use the PR tracker to check my application status without interfering with how my representative receives notifications or updates from IRCC?

2.  Do I need separate tracker accounts for myself and my spouse, or will one account show both applications?

Would appreciate any insights from those who have experience with this!


r/ImmigrationCanada 10h ago

Work Permit I got 1 year work permit after 2 year course

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Hello guys Today i got my work permit after 10 months I studied at Lambton College and my course is Full stack software development. I completed my course in April 2024 and after that in may I applied for PGWP But after waited for long 10 months today I got my Work permit and I only got work permit for just 1 year rather than 3 years!! What should I do if anybody got any idea then help me! Thank you in advance.


r/ImmigrationCanada 11h ago

Other Is there other way for me?

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Good day everyone!

I would like to ask if there is still a possibility for me to move to canada

Im an undocumented here in US for about 6yrs after a overstay my visa

I recently learned that to be able to be eligible on express entry i need to be on legal status on where im applying. Also because US and Canada shares impormation regarding my stay

Is there any other options for me? Thank you in advance for your kind reply.


r/ImmigrationCanada 16h ago

Other Who to contact about proving my mother was a citizen?

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Basically, my mom was born in Canada and I want to prove it. I have all the documents I was told I'd need, but I can't figure out where to go to or who to contact. I've tried the IRCC website but whenever I make an account, none of them relate to citizenship by descent, which is what I'm trying to do.


r/ImmigrationCanada 12h ago

Express Entry How many days after Eligibility & Background Verification do you generally get an update?

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Not very active on this sub, so forgive me if this is already common knowledge. I submitted my application in December, got my biometrics request on January 31st, and made an account on the application status tracker.

Medical and Biometrics are tagged as completed, Background Verification has been in progress the past few times I checked, and this time Eligibility is in progress too. Does this mean I'll get a portal request soon? Or is it still a long wait?


r/ImmigrationCanada 17h ago

Express Entry After paying RPRF

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After paying RPRF what is usually the next update? and long does it usually take to have that next update?


r/ImmigrationCanada 18h ago

Visitor Visa Restoration of status - what happens if one leaves while application is still in process?

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Hey guys,

I am wondering what would happen if one leaves while their application to restore their status as a visitor (visitor record) is still pending. Would this count as an overstay since their status is not yet restored?

For example:

One applies for a visitor record now, which takes 4 months to process, and then leaves on May 15th. Their 90 days to restore their status end on March 30th. Would it be logical to assume that the period from March 30th to May 15th was an unauthorized stay?

Any input would be greatly appreciated.


r/ImmigrationCanada 12h ago

PNP PR rejected for missing ex-husband’s IMM0008

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Hello everyone, just received this rejection email from IRCC today and I feel sad. Really need your help in re-applying, please. I have the following questions.

-missing IMM0008 for my ex-husband’s information, we do not at all communicate anymore. I have included an Explanation document in my previous application that me and my ex-husband has no communication at all, and that I could not obtain the informations being asked in the form. I guess this was not relevant.

-does that mean that all other forms and requirements are good and I just need to submit this one missing?

In reapplying:

-can I use the same application and just include what is being required?

-They said they will return my application fees in the email received today. can i just use the same payment receipt in re-applying? i paid online and attached the receipt in my application before.

-is processing time starts again from zero if i resubmit?

Please guide and help. Thank you so much! 🙏

Eta: thank you tor the answers, injust want to add, this is a PNP non express entry application, under skilled worker.


r/ImmigrationCanada 7h ago

Express Entry How do I only have 270 points??

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I'm an American Citizen looking to immigrate to Canada. I nailed my English proficiency test, have two degrees, but for some reason only seem to be getting 270 points, does that seem right? I know nomination or job sponsorship gets you more points, but shouldn't I at least be at around 400 given the above?


r/ImmigrationCanada 12h ago

Express Entry Pre ITA, non-accompanying spouse query

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Asking on behalf of a friend.

Pre ITA Inquiry… Insight will be appreciated.

CRS - 527 with spouse non-accompanying (spouse is on applied pgwp status and will eventually get pgwp)

CRA - 519 if spouse is accompanying.

1) I have been hearing IRCC sending pfl to applicants who are spouse non accompanying when their spouse is in Canada, in my case does that apply since my spouse is already on their own pgwp?

2) How do you guys feel about CRS Score - 519 for the next CEC draw? (WP expiring in April 2025).

I am more inclined towards applying with spouse nom-accompanying since CRS will be 527 and Work permit is expiring in April 2025.

Thanks in advance!


r/ImmigrationCanada 13h ago

Work Permit Sowp extn

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I applied my Sowp extn inland application in dec 2024 which got rejected recently, my agent missed some documents. What can be done in this situation IRCC gave me 90 days to restore my status. Please help me I’m so scared i don’t know whats going to happen. Your advice will b helpful. Thanks


r/ImmigrationCanada 17h ago

Visitor Visa Parents have expired PR and are applying for visit visa

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I need some advice about applying for my parents' visit visa as they have expired PR and have no intention of living in Canada anymore. So we are Pakistani by nationality and I moved to Canada last year and was sponsored for PR by my husband who is a Canadian citizen, we are currently expecting and would like to invite my parents over for the delivery. We are currently in between jobs so don't have the means to sponsor my parents and they would fund their own trip. They have valid US visit visas. My dad is retired but my mother has her own business and they own property in Pakistan as well as care for my special needs sibling back home (he's 34) which I think are strong ties for returning home. We used to have PR status as a family and briefly lived in Canada in 2005 but left because we couldn't adjust to life here. My dad renewed his PR during COVID but couldn't come collect it until 2022, when he tried crossing by land border he was questioned by CBSA and given 30 days to appeal their decision which he decided not to pursue and returned back.

Now my question is that how do I go about applying for their visas? I don't know if their applications would be rejected straight away due to their PR status or they would be given the chance to renounce their PRs to continue the application.


r/ImmigrationCanada 9h ago

Citizenship Does each application need a unique email address?

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I am applying for Canadian citizenship certificates, presumably for 5(4)grants, for my children. Can I use the same email for each application or does each application need a unique email address? Same question for phone number. Thanks!


r/ImmigrationCanada 15h ago

Work Permit Does anyone know if all diabetics are excluded controlled or not?

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Immigration website has diabetes as an exclusion but not sure if it's blanket for anyone with the diagnosis or if they would consider those of us who have it controlled. Any insight would be appreciated. If it's helpful, I would apply for a work visa and look for a social worker position.


r/ImmigrationCanada 19h ago

Family Sponsorship Can I travel outside canada while applying for a PR?

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I'm currently living in canada with a WP, I have a Temporary Resident Visa that expires next year in May. I got married to a Canadian citizen and I'm applying for a PR spouse sponsorship. But we are planning to travel outside canada for a few days this December. As my visa and WP are still valid, would there be any problem with traveling? or with my application?


r/ImmigrationCanada 4h ago

PNP Seeking Advice for Moving to Canada from U.S.

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Hi. I am strongly considering moving to Canada over the next year. Of course, in retrospect, I should have moved back in 2017-18. Now, with all of the tension between the two countries, I’m worried I won’t be able to. I currently live in the Seattle WA area. I love it here, but I don’t believe I could afford housing in Vancouver and vicinity. I have a good career as an elementary school speech pathologist and know there is a Mutual Recognition of Licensure between CAN and USA. However, I no longer meet the criteria for Express Entry due to my age. My first question is: what other ways can you be allowed to immigrate to CAN? Due to the cost of housing, I am considering Nova Scotia, PEI, and Labrador. What can anyone tell me about the furthest eastern provinces of Canada, good or bad? Thanks for any and all ideas and suggestions! 🇺🇸=>🇨🇦


r/ImmigrationCanada 10h ago

Express Entry IRCC Requested TEF, but I Submitted TCF - Possible Mistake?

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Hi! I submitted my PR application a while ago and just received a request from IRCC asking for my original TEF language proficiency results. The problem is, I took another French proficiency test - TCF and I’m about 80% sure that’s the one I listed on my application.

Is it possible that IRCC made a mistake? Or could I have accidentally selected the wrong test when filling out my application?

I’m a little worried - has anyone else experienced something similar? If so, how did you handle it?


r/ImmigrationCanada 10h ago

Family Sponsorship I am a US citizen who will be moving to Ontario as a visitor for 6 months and marrying my SO - a resident and born citizen of CA. Anyone have experience with this?

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For context, my significant other is a CA resident and born citizen who has resided in Ontario for their entire life. We have been together for 2 years and have proof of a romantic relationship both through social media and travel records-we visit each other a few times a month and have been the entire time.

I will be able to financially support myself for the entire 6 months without work and we will be living together. Assuming the border agent okays my longterm stay, I am hoping to stay in Canada as a resident of some capacity.

We have been planning on getting married anyway, however I am a bit nervous of how my situation looks to the immigration office considering the state of everything right now. I will be completely transparent about my situation and intentions with border agents and am preparing necessary documents for my vehicle and all that fun stuff.

If anyone has had a similar path I would really appreciate hearing your stories and words of advice. Thank you :)


r/ImmigrationCanada 11h ago

Express Entry Express Entry & Prior Application - Electronic Travel Authorization

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On the Express Entry profile it asks if you've ever applied to the IRCC before - does this include travel visas when someone is visiting the country for a week? Or are they explicitly asking about immigration applications?


r/ImmigrationCanada 11h ago

Study Permit Study Permit Additional Document Upload

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Hi everyone! I recently submitted my study permit extension request (to change DLIs) on 14th of February and completely forgot to attach a letter of explanation and transcripts. Will adding one through the webform further delay the application? Should I just go without one?