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Guide to Web Form responses after the expiry of the six-month processing mark

According to IRCC, 80% of applications that come from Express Entry are processed within six months. From the moment a complete application is submitted until an immigration officer makes a final decision, the processing time is calculated.

According to the most recent statistics, however, IRCC did not achieve the processing requirement of concluding 80% of all applications obtained through Express Entry within six months. Express Entry took eight months to complete in all. 60% of applications were finished within the six-month service standard, which can be used as an alternative measurement of processing timeframes.

What’s happening with my file?

What’s happening with my file is a common query at this point from candidates. The many methods for getting in touch with the IRCC and learning about the status are detailed here. Utilising the Web Form, also known as the Case Specific Enquiry or CSE, is one of the quickest ways to contact IRCC. It’s crucial to describe your case and include all pertinent information while speaking with the IRCC. If you don’t, you might get inaccurate information. The type of response you might get to your online form inquiry is illustrated below with several examples.

We appreciate you getting in touch with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). We checked the data in the record, and we can vouch for the following:

The eligibility checks are still in effect.
The criminal history check is still in effect.
No action has been taken to begin the security background investigation.

While the processing periods may vary depending on the circumstances, we will use every available means to expedite the completion of your application. You may be certain that you’ll be informed as soon as a decision is made or if more information is required.

We checked the data in the record, and we can vouch for the following:

The eligibility is still in effect.
The investigation into criminal history is ongoing.
The background check for security is still valid.

Additionally, we checked the data on file and can vouch for the fact that:

The eligibility review is finished.
The security background check is accurate.
The criminal history check is reliable.

As the aforementioned instances show, it’s not always easy to fully comprehend a question and receive a clear answer;

Why is my file not working?
Is the review of my eligibility complete or ongoing?
My security screening was through, right?

Understanding web form responses

There are enough hints in web form responses, notwithstanding their ambiguity, to enable you determine the status of your application. Here are a few instances:

The applicant does not need to provide any additional information if the online form response indicates that a processing stage is currently valid. “Valid” means “For a document—legal, not expired, and accepted by IRCC.” Valid is frequently misunderstood to mean passed.

Similar to the above, it signifies that eligibility has been passed if the web form response reads, “Eligibility review has been met.”

If the response from the web form reads anything like this: “The responsible office is currently verifying whether your application meets the eligibility requirements under the immigration program for which you have applied.” It can be challenging to know for sure where the application stands. It’s a good sign that your eligibility has been approved if the web form response also says “The security background verification is valid,” as security screening often doesn’t begin until after eligibility review has been declared successful.

Summary

Sometimes the IRCC Web Form responses are challenging to understand and leave you uncertain about the status of your application. Despite these drawbacks, using the web form to contact IRCC about the progress of your application is one of the easiest (and free) ways to do so. It may have just the right amount of data and/or indicators for some people to realise that everything is in order. After all, many applicants receive approval for their applications without ever using a web form or the GCMS.

Use the web form instead of thinking about GCMS first and foremost, please. Your GCMS notes with GCMS Friend are always available upon request.

Canada Visa Status – To obtain the most comprehensive and detailed information regarding a visa application, requesting GCMS Notes is the only reliable method. GCMS (Global Case Management System) provides the most up-to-date and extensive information available, surpassing the level of detail provided by IRCC’s online system. Ordering your GCMS Notes online allows you to access in-depth insights into the status of your visa application or gain a comprehensive understanding of the reasons behind a visa refusal.

Disclaimer – The content on this website is provided solely for informational purposes and is intended to serve the Canada visa applicant community. It is important to note that the materials presented here do not, and should not, be construed as legal advice.