Received the XEP email a few days ago. The package was received in NS (according to USPS) in July 2020.
For those anxious (like I was) to know exactly what this will look like and in the spirit of contributing to our desperate efforts at amassing some kind of collective knowledge to create a mostly useless sense of hope (
) here's more info:
Message came from:
IRCC.CPCSClientNotification-NotificationduclientCTSD.IRCC@cic.gc.ca
Subject was: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada - Communication to client/Immigration, Réfugiés et Citoyenneté Canada - Communication auprès de la clientèle - QSW AOR XEP....
BUT I was given a new UCI that starts with T followed by 12 numbers.
Temp application number starts withXEP00 followed by a number over the 400 000
Text was:
This message is sent via an inbox that does not receive messages, please do not reply to this email.
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Dear Client,
This email is regarding the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) Application that you submitted to CPC Sydney.
Attached please find a letter related to your application. Please fully read the attachment and save this message for your records.
The attachment is formatted as a PDF file. In order to open and read this file you will need a program capable of opening .PDFs. One such program is Adobe Reader, it is free to use and available at the following link:
www.adobe.com/products/reader.html
You must report any changes to your address, telephone number(s) and email address immediately to IRCC. Please note CPC-Sydney does not process address changes/updates. Once an application is in process at our office, changes to your address should be made through our online service at
www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/change-address.asp . Failure to provide a current or correct address may result in delays in the processing of your application.
Disclaimer: By supplying your e-mail address, you are initiating an e-mail communication with IRCC and thereby authorizing IRCC to use your e-mail address for communication with you including the transmission of personal information on your file/case. Also, please be advised that the contents of this e-mail, including its attachment, are intended for the exclusive use of the recipient and may contain confidential or privileged information. If you are not the intended recipient, you are strictly prohibited from reading, using, disclosing, copying, or distributing this e-mail or any of its contents. If you received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify IRCC using the IRCC Web Form and permanently delete this e-mail and its attachments, along with any copies thereof. Thank you.
The attached PDF text is:
UCI:
Temporary Application Number
Address
Thank you for your interest in Canada. Due to inventory growth and the impacts of the
coronavirus disease (COVID-19), we are encountering delays in processing. We are sending you
this letter to let you know that your application for permanent residence has been received by
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) on {DATE}, on behalf of {Name} and family (if applicable).
Application received
We confirm that your application is received and in queue for review. No information or action is
required from you at this time. Please note that this letter does not confirm your application is in
process.
Temporary application number
We provided you with a temporary application number if you need to contact us regarding your
application. This application number is temporary and will no longer be valid once processing
begins. You cannot link a paper application to your online account using a temporary number.
Next steps
We will assess your application to ensure it is complete, and provide you with a permanent
application number.
Processing times
You may visit our processing times page to find out how long it may take to process your
application. We are encountering delays as a result of COVID-19 and we can’t provide you with
an exact timeframe as to when the processing of your application will begin. Visit
Canada.ca/IRCC-COVID19 for information on how the coronavirus is affecting immigration
services.
When should I contact IRCC?
You must let us know via the IRCC Webform if there are changes to your application:
.
Changes in your personal circumstances, such as birth or adoption of a child, a marriage
or a divorce
.
Change of contact information such as e-mail address, mailing address, or telephone
number
.
You appoint or change an immigration representative or designated individual
.
You decide to withdraw your application
Sincerely,
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada
canada.ca/immigration