Canada VISA

1) Apr. 5, 2013:    File online application (http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/) : 

2) Apr. 29, 2013:  Get  online notification email (refer to: Attachment 1, copied from the pdf file downloaded from the online application center of Step 1): 

3) Apr. 29, 2013: I used USPS express mail from a USPS retailer to send out my passport and a hard copy of attachment 1 to the LA  (check the website for accurate info). Which costed $40 double-way

4) May, 10,2013: Finally, I got stamped passport 

I just wish my personal experience to ease your worry, if any.

Wish to be useful.

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Attachment: 1)  SAMPLE of Canada VISA Request letter  (Note, the following is part of the Request letter, some privacy information is removed )

Dear XXXX

This is in reference to your application for temporary residence. A decision has been made on your application. We

require your passport to finalize processing your application.

Passport requirements

• Please provide your passport or travel document, with a copy of this letter.

• There must be at least one blank page in your passport.

• Your passport must be valid for the duration of your expected length of stay in Canada.

• Please note that we cannot issue a visa beyond the expiry date on the passport.

Your passport must be received by Citizenship and Immigration Canada within 30 days from the date of this letter. Failure

to do so could result in the refusal of your application. Please ensure that a copy of this letter is included with your

passport.

To find out where to send your passport, visit our website: .

Thank you for the interest you have shown in Canada.

Attention: The unique client identification (UCI) number in the upper left corner of this letter is your personal identification

number. For your own protection, do not allow any person, other than an authorized representative, to use this number as

it provides access to personal information on your file.

Citizenship and Immigration Canada

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This message has been submitted to your MyCIC account.

By submitting your application electronically, you have agreed to receive correspondence electronically.