I got a feedback from my Immigration Consultants on 2002 cases,
i.e. cases where the file numbers have been issued after JAN 2002. The news is not very encouraging . 2000 and 2001 cases are being processed by CHC New Delhi now. So, they might start processing 2002 files after January 2005. Looks like a long wait ahead for 2002 cases. And for cases where interview is required, it could take another 2 - 3 years.

Perhaps Mr. Massood could give his comments on the authenticity of this news.



Ayaskant.

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Orginally posted by the-entrepreneur

here is a relevant article. It now takes 53 months to get visa processed


Immigration Wait Time Rises Sharply


On the face of it when the Canadian government brought down the points from 75 to 65 for admission to the country, the general immigration community was happy at this concession. But it may have had an unexpected consequence in the sense, now there are hundreds of thousands more qualifying that this sheer number is acting as a drag on the process. According to recent media reports from India, the while earlier the files took anywhere from 18 to 20 month, they take up to 53 months..

However, the immigration professionals still remain optimistic. One expert was quoted as saying, \\\\\\\"Canada has a stable immigration system and it will remain attractive for professionals who are not in a hurry to migrate. The processing time now has been raised to 53 months but the applicants get a PR easily after that.\\\\\\\"

In the immigration plan included in the annual report for 2003-04 by CIC, the immigration body expects to bring to Canada between 2,20,000 and 2,45,000 newcomers as permanent residents.

The overall range identified in 2003 is thus being maintained in 2004. An overall range of 2,20,000 to 2,45,000 new permanent residents is also being proposed for 2005, subject to consultation, review and approval.

CIC will continue to aim for a 60/40 balance between economic and noneconomic immigrants. This means that approximately 60 per cent of the people selected in 2004 are expected to be in the economic class,which is comprised of skilled workers, business immigrants, live-in caregivers and provincial nominees, as well as their dependants.

The balance of the newcomers would be in the family class and the protected persons class, as well as cases decided on humanitarian and compassionate grounds.

Immigration Levels for 2004 for skilled workers and dependants will be in the range of 119,500 - 135,500, business immigrants 6,000 - 6,000, provincial/territorial nominees 3,500 - 3,500, live-in caregivers, 3,000 - 3,000 taking the total of economic class migrants (including dependants) to 132,000 - 148,000. The quota in the family class-- spouses, partners and children is 42,000 -42,000, parents and grandparents 10,500 - 13,500 taking the total to 52,500 - 55,500.

Total protected persons who will be invited will be 29,400 - 32,800 and on humanitarian and compassionate grounds, public policy considerations and permit holders 6,100 - 8,700. So in 2004, the total permanent residents 2,20,000 - 2,45,000.

Canada draws its immigrant population from a great number of countries, and there have been significant shifts in primary source countries over time. For example, in 1980, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the United Kingdom together accounted for some 29% of the movement that year. Since 2000, China and India have become the source countries for over one quarter of our new permanent residents.\\\\\\\"


Original Publication Date: Saturday, August 28, 2004

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Hi,
I have applied in April 2002 in Paris office and got file no. in may 2002.
After this there is no information from paris office?
Is anyone in the same boat as i am?

Please reply

Dhiren

Hello Ayaskant!

There r many cases (u will find them in this thread) who applied after Jan 2002 & already got visa.

I am not sure whether CHC does the processing randomly or they follow some order based on date of application. . I know many people applied in 2001 & landed in Canada in 2003 & also some people applied in 2000....but not yet got anything...not even an intimation from CHC. Can anybody throw some light?

Sandi

Hi

My application & file no. dates are similar to yours but I applied in New Delhi. Did u submit the New Forms? IELTS Score?

Sandi

hi sandi,
yes i have filled in the new forms and also given ielts with a score of 7,8,7,8

Dhiren

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Hi Sandy,

Yes, I am aware that some 2002 cases are near or already through. However, I voiced the feedback given by my my Immigration Consultants. I guess they are projecting a conservative estimate of the timeline for 2002 cases. Anyways, I fervently hope you are right and that our cases will close soon.



Ayaskant.






Hello Ayaskant!

There r many cases (u will find them in this thread) who applied after Jan 2002 & already got visa.

I am not sure whether CHC does the processing randomly or they follow some order based on date of application. . I know many people applied in 2001 & landed in Canada in 2003 & also some people applied in 2000....but not yet got anything...not even an intimation from CHC. Can anybody throw some light?

Sandi

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To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children;
To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends;
To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others;
To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition;
To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
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Please update of your status as did you received any initial assessment letter. As per the latest timeline, 33 months of you folks is getting over this month. Best of luck & Do share latest info..

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