Spousal Sponsorship in-land Applications 2016 timeline and updates

[sylvain1]

My ECAS turned to “Decision Made” on both sides today too.

hey congratulations!

 

[DariaZ]

assuming you did not receive a procedural fairness letter (letter saying they are about to reject your application, give you the reasons, and give you an opportunity to address their concerns), the DM is 100% a positive news. Congratulations, you are now waiting for a landing appointment (which can still take a few weeks to come), but you are nearing the end of your long journey!

Thank you! That's a relief!

 

[DariaZ]

My ECAS turned to “Decision Made” on both sides today too.

Congrats!!!

 

[Tipsywit63]

Our ECAS turned this morning to "Decision Made - In Progress." Really hoping to get to both sides DM very soon!

 

[DariaZ]

Our ECAS turned this morning to "Decision Made - In Progress." Really hoping to get to both sides DM very soon!

Congrats!
Looks like someone found a pile of unprocessed sponsorship applications on their desk! There are no other explanations why a lot of us got "Decision Made" recently

 

[JB0405]

Hello Everyone,

Just an update. We had our interview at the Etobicoke office on Monday. The process itself was simple. They checked our id's and asked my wife a few general questions. Then she told me about my sponsorship responsibilities. It took less than 10 mins. There is a Serice Canada next door and we got a permanent SIN there. As she already had a health card (temporary from her work permit), the Service Ontario office we went for her Permanent OHIP told us that it cannot be done there. They told us that she does not have to submit a new application for OHIP and the conversion to permanent OHIP can be done only at 4 Serice Ontario offices. Luckily we made it to one of the office on time and put in a request for a permanent OHIP. It was a long and tiring day, but we are happy that its over.

For all those who are waiting, good luck. Your interviews will be scheduled any time now as they are fervently clearing all the remaining 2016 applications!


Thanks,
A

 

[XKAYIY]

Just received the landing interview letter.
2016 Nov. Case

 

[future_PR]

Just received the landing interview letter.
2016 Nov. Case

Congratulations. Which CIC office?

 

[DariaZ]

Is there anyone who is waiting for the landing letter from Ottawa? I wonder how busy the Ottawa office is and how long it would take from DM of PA to the lending letter.

 

[helix]

Hi Guys,

I am waiting for my landing interview/letter after DM. I received DM 2 days ago. I am not sure if I will receive the interview appointment before next week.

We had made plans to visit my sister in law in the USA for Thanksgiving on Oct 6th weekend. Does anyone know if it is okay to travel to the States for the weekend while I wait for the landing interview?

I currently have valid work permit and visa.

Thanks!

 

[rhapsodyy]

DM on both sides! Dec 2016! We were originally Sponsor- Application Received and Applicant- In Progress, and then suddenly DM for both! No emails yet, but one step closer, which is a huge relief.

 

[Lizann]

Is there anyone who is waiting for the landing letter from Ottawa? I wonder how busy the Ottawa office is and how long it would take from DM of PA to the lending letter.

We've been waiting since Aug 31 for Ottawa landing appt.. Just sent a query though webform on timing...

 

[DariaZ]

We've been waiting since Aug 31 for Ottawa landing appt.. Just sent a query though webform on timing...

Wow, that's quite a wait... Let me know when you get any updates from the office.

 

[helix]

Just received this letter from CIC:

"This refers to the Application for Permanent Residence you made under the Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada Class. We are pleased to advise you that processing of your application has been completed. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada office in London IRCC will contact you to arrange an appointment for the finalization of your permanent resident application."

We had made plans to visit my sister in law in the USA for Thanksgiving on Oct 6th weekend. Does anyone know if it is okay to travel to the States for the weekend while I wait for the landing interview?

I currently have valid work permit and visa.

Thanks!

 

[sylvain1]

Just received this letter from CIC:

"This refers to the Application for Permanent Residence you made under the Spouse or Common-Law Partner in Canada Class. We are pleased to advise you that processing of your application has been completed. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada office in London IRCC will contact you to arrange an appointment for the finalization of your permanent resident application."

We had made plans to visit my sister in law in the USA for Thanksgiving on Oct 6th weekend. Does anyone know if it is okay to travel to the States for the weekend while I wait for the landing interview?

I currently have valid work permit and visa.

Thanks!

This is your DM letter. As you have a valid work permit and visa, that should not be a problem to travel if you haven't landed yet. I would bring the DM letter anyways, as if, for some reasons, you have several questions when re-entering Canada, you could say that a decision has been made on your PR application and you are just waiting for the official landing invitation.