A Canadian citizenship application is a process through which an individual applies for Canadian citizenship. To be eligible for Canadian citizenship, an individual must meet certain requirements, including:
To apply for Canadian citizenship, an individual must complete and submit the appropriate application form along with the required supporting documents, such as proof of permanent residence, language test results, and police certificates. The application fee must also be paid at the time of submission.
Once the application is submitted, it will be reviewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). If the application is complete and the individual meets all of the eligibility requirements, they will be invited to take the Oath of Citizenship and will become a Canadian citizen. If the application is incomplete or the individual does not meet the eligibility requirements, the application will be denied and the reasons will be provided.
Anyone who wishes to enter Canada must have a legitimate form of identification. Permanent residents of Canada may enter the country using their permanent resident card (PR card). However, a permanent resident may be qualified to apply for a permanent resident travel document (PRTD) if they need to enter Canada but do not have a current PR card.
A permanent resident may enter Canada just once with a PRTD, allowing them to stay there until getting a new PR card. The PRTD is frequently required to assist admission into Canada because a permanent resident may only apply for a PR card from within Canada. If a person satisfies the requirements listed below, they may apply for a permanent resident travel document:
To apply for a PRTD, an individual must complete and submit the appropriate application form along with the required supporting documents, such as a valid passport and proof of residence in Canada. The application fee must also be paid at the time of submission.
It’s worth mentioning that, not everyone needs a PRTD, as some people are eligible to travel with their expired or expiring Permanent Resident Card (PR Card) and some other people have a valid PR card and don’t need a PRTD. But it is always recommended to check with the IRCC if you are unsure whether you need a PRTD or not.
Voluntary Renunciation of Permanent Residency (PR) is the process through which a permanent resident of Canada voluntarily gives up their PR status and relinquishes their right to live and work in Canada. This is a serious decision that should not be taken lightly, as it is a permanent and irrevocable action.
Reasons that people may choose to renounce their PR status include:
To renounce PR status, the person must submit a written request for voluntary renunciation to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and pay the appropriate fee. They must also surrender their Permanent Resident Card (PR Card). The person must also be outside Canada when the request is made and when the decision is made, and must not be inadmissible to Canada on grounds of security, human or international rights violations, serious criminality or organized criminality.
It’s worth mentioning that, renouncing PR status can have serious consequences, including loss of healthcare coverage and other benefits and the person will not be able to return to Canada as a permanent resident. Therefore, it is recommended to seek legal advice before making this decision.
Professional Consultation is a service offered to individuals seeking to immigrate to Canada. The service includes assistance with the preparation and submission of immigration applications, as well as representation before immigration authorities.
Achieving Your Canadian Dream: Let Us Help You Immigrate. At True Visa Solutions, we can help you with various immigration services such as:
It is important to note that only those approved by the Government of Canada are permitted to offer immigration services in exchange for payment. It is crucial to be cautious against immigration fraud and to work with only authorised immigration agents.
At True Visa Solutions we specialize in visa refusals and typically offer a variety of services to assist individuals who have had their visa applications denied. These services may include:
Reasons for Visa Refusals in Canada
There are a variety of reasons that a Canadian visa officer may refuse an individual’s application for a visa to enter or stay in Canada. Some common reasons for visa refusals include:
It’s important to note that these are just some of the reasons why a visa may be refused, and each case is evaluated on its own merits by the visa officer.
GCMS is a single, integrated, and global system that is used internally by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to process requests for immigration and citizenship services. The GCMS Notes are the only reliable way to provide a thorough record of an applicant’s file, including thorough notes on the development of your application, your case history going back to the day you applied for your visa, and notes of your file at each stage as well as officers’ analysis and reasoning. Overall, it offers useful details about your Canadian visa application status and how it will be handled going forward
You must be a Permanent Resident or a Canadian Citizen to be eligible to apply for the notes. If not, you can still acquire your notes, but only if you engage via a Canadian or permanent resident representative. This person will submit an Access to Information Act or Privacy Act request on your behalf.
A formal request for GCMS Notes must have a 30-day response period from IRCC. However, this time frame could be prolonged if;
For Permanent Residency (PR) applications you can obtain GCMS notes as soon as the R10 completeness checks stage. R10, or Regulation 10 of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, is the stage of the application processing when the IRCC verifies that all the information and supporting documents are accurate and complete. Usually, this phase is completed one month after submitting an IRCC application. For PR applications, the second to third months after applying would be the ideal time to purchase GCMS notes.
GCMS notes can also be ordered after the IRCC has processed and decided about your application for a temporary resident visa or permanent residency (positive or negative). The GCMS notes will reveal the justification used by the immigration case officers to reject your application if the judgement was made in your favour.
You can get a copy of the GCMS file that IRCC and CBSA hold on you if you’ve ever applied to IRCC (or CIC). Immigration applications can be:
Permanent residence: Express Entry, Family Sponsorship, Atlantic Immigration Pilot, Start-up visa, etc.,
Temporary residence: Tourist/Visitor Visas, Study Permits, Work Permits, etc.
Your application number is necessary in order to apply for GCMS notes. Although it is not required, the UCI (Unique Client Identifier) number is also requested for more accurate processing of the request.