It is mandatory for the prospective applicants to know that their application procedure for the Canadian General Skilled Migrant Program or more popularly known as Federal Skilled Worker Program for Immigration to Canada may vary depending upon their day of applying.

If you applied before February 27, 2008: Since the original applications were filed many years back, most of the information provided by the applicant would be outdated. Therefore, the applicant would be asked by the visa office where the application has been made, to give the essential documentation almost four months before the processing of your application. This process is more popularly known as IRPA updating in Immigration circles. After the complete verification, a letter would be sent to you to acquaint you of further procedure including medical and security clearance, Submission of right of residence fee and visa stamping. Know more at http://www.abhinav.com/canada-general-skilled-migrant-application-process.htm. Looking at overall procedural and processing delays, most of the applicants who filed under above category are well advised to look at alternate visa options or file a fresh application under the new application process criteria.

If you applied on or after February 27, 2008: The visa office would contact the applicant with reference to the required documents. Normally the applicant will get 120 days to submit the required application forms, information and documents. Preceding this, applicant must have an in principal approval from Central intake office located at Nova Scotia, Canada.

Know these aspects:

• The duration of the application processing time at designated visa post for federal skilled workers would depend on the time of your application and whether or not the application is complete in all respects. In order to keep unnecessary delays away, the applicant must ensure that he has:
  1. Attached all the documents with clear formats and their required photocopies
  2. Attached translated documents in case they are not in French or English
  3. Acquainted the visa office of any change in your personal information.

The processing time may stretch if the applicant has a criminal history or his family status is unclear. Shoot a mail at ajay@abhinav.com and know more about the process.

• Medical examination: It is essential to pass medical examination before landing in Canada. All members of the family who are part of the application are required to undergo medical formalities. Medical non-acceptance of any of such members may mean refusal of the Immigration application.

The final decision would be made by the CIC officer on the basis of the applicant’s specific case and documents submitted. In addition to this, the application would be assessed on the basis of proofs provided by him regarding settlement funds, personal details and professional qualifications.

Write to ajay@abhinav.com for more information on the application process for Immigration to Canada under federal skilled program.