How to turn AIP letter into work permit?
Jan 7th 2004, 2:23 pm
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How to turn AIP letter into work permit?
Hello everyone,
I have just found this site, what a useful resource for coping with all the CIC-induced headaches!
I applied for PR from within Canada in the spousal class just over six months ago. Going by the processing times posted on the CIC site, I am expecting the AIP letter shortly. I am also currently on a work permit that is due to expire shortly, and which I fear will not be renewed, so time is quite important.
When I get the AIP letter, can I take it to a local CIC office and get my new work permit there, or do I have to apply through the post?
Also, if the time gets very tight, and I have to apply to extend my status in Canada, is it correct that I can make the application right up until the last day I am currently entitled to remain in Canada? The application pack says you must apply 30 days prior, though I understand the law is actually different--and that it is OK to apply right up to the last day that you're legal. Can anyone confirm this?
Thanks,
Jon
I have just found this site, what a useful resource for coping with all the CIC-induced headaches!
I applied for PR from within Canada in the spousal class just over six months ago. Going by the processing times posted on the CIC site, I am expecting the AIP letter shortly. I am also currently on a work permit that is due to expire shortly, and which I fear will not be renewed, so time is quite important.
When I get the AIP letter, can I take it to a local CIC office and get my new work permit there, or do I have to apply through the post?
Also, if the time gets very tight, and I have to apply to extend my status in Canada, is it correct that I can make the application right up until the last day I am currently entitled to remain in Canada? The application pack says you must apply 30 days prior, though I understand the law is actually different--and that it is OK to apply right up to the last day that you're legal. Can anyone confirm this?
Thanks,
Jon
Jan 7th 2004, 5:14 pm
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Re: How to turn AIP letter into work permit?
Hi Jon
"JonthePom" <member19638@british_expats.com> wrote in message
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> Hello everyone,
> I have just found this site, what a useful resource for coping with all
> the CIC-induced headaches!
> I applied for PR from within Canada in the spousal class just over six
> months ago. Going by the processing times posted on the CIC site, I am
> expecting the AIP letter shortly. I am also currently on a work permit
> that is due to expire shortly, and which I fear will not be renewed, so
> time is quite important.
> When I get the AIP letter, can I take it to a local CIC office and get
> my new work permit there, or do I have to apply through the post?
No, through Vegreville.
> Also, if the time gets very tight, and I have to apply to extend my
> status in Canada, is it correct that I can make the application right up
> until the last day I am currently entitled to remain in Canada? The
> application pack says you must apply 30 days prior, though I understand
> the law is actually different--and that it is OK to apply right up to
> the last day that you're legal. Can anyone confirm this?
Apply at least 30 days in advance, it is taking 54 days to process
extensions in Vegreville.
> Thanks,
> Jon
> --
> Posted via http://britishexpats.com
PMM
"JonthePom" <member19638@british_expats.com> wrote in message
news:[email protected]...
> Hello everyone,
> I have just found this site, what a useful resource for coping with all
> the CIC-induced headaches!
> I applied for PR from within Canada in the spousal class just over six
> months ago. Going by the processing times posted on the CIC site, I am
> expecting the AIP letter shortly. I am also currently on a work permit
> that is due to expire shortly, and which I fear will not be renewed, so
> time is quite important.
> When I get the AIP letter, can I take it to a local CIC office and get
> my new work permit there, or do I have to apply through the post?
No, through Vegreville.
> Also, if the time gets very tight, and I have to apply to extend my
> status in Canada, is it correct that I can make the application right up
> until the last day I am currently entitled to remain in Canada? The
> application pack says you must apply 30 days prior, though I understand
> the law is actually different--and that it is OK to apply right up to
> the last day that you're legal. Can anyone confirm this?
Apply at least 30 days in advance, it is taking 54 days to process
extensions in Vegreville.
> Thanks,
> Jon
> --
> Posted via http://britishexpats.com
PMM
