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I applied under the Federal Skilled Worker program in 2007. However, in the mean time i have obtained British Citizenship.
Does anyone know how this will impact my application?
Thanks,
Rajesh
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to rajesh111:
Does that mean your original passport was taken away by Indian Mission in England(my guess)?
CIC does expect you to keep them informed of any such changes because if they finalize your case and ask your passport which one are you going to send?
Indian is surely gone and UK is your valid one in that scenario.
I believe the information you have provided on your file was of the original passport
so in that case I guess you should let them know if you are still interested in canadian immigration because they will need to know if your conditions have changed significantly.
However its only my guess you should wait for some more comments from other users of this forum too.
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to rajesh111:
That's interesting... i guess you are still interested in migrating to Canada.
I think you should ask someone who has recieved request for documents/passport. What does it exactly say. Does it have any questions regarding change in passport etc.
Good luck
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to minal72:
I think you will have to withdraw you application and reaply with your new passport.
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to moritz:
I am in a similar situation... well not exactly. I applied for Fedral Skilled Worker program in 2007. I am now elgible for British Citizenship but don't know how this will impact my case.
My question is should I take British Citizenship before my PR is processed or should I wait until my PR is processed?
I am considering British Citizenship as I may have to return back to UK at some point if some family issues don't work out.
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to moritz:
Moritz,
That is utter nonsense. If you don’t know the answer, please don’t reply and cause unnecessary stress.
As gpza suggested, you do need to let CIC know of material changes in your situation. You should inform CIC London of the change and the new passport number.
Ray
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to raymasa:
Kindly write to CIC, and wait for there response.
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to rocky272727:
I think I would play it safe and get my Fedreal skilled worker application processed first.
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Hi Ray,
Sorry if you think my opinion is utter nonsence but don't be surprised if I am correct. Anyway, I agree with you that clarification from CIC would be be the best way forward.
Good luck! but be prepared for the worst.
Moritz,
That is utter nonsense. If you don’t know the answer, please don’t reply and cause unnecessary stress.
As gpza suggested, you do need to let CIC know of material changes in your situation. You should inform CIC London of the change and the new passport number.
Ray
to raymasa:
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to moritz:
"Sorry if you think my opinion is utter nonsence but don't be surprised if I am correct. Anyway, I agree with you that clarification from CIC would be be the best way forward.
Good luck! but be prepared for the worst. "
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Moritz,
What is the basis of you reaching your conclution? If you have concrete reason to believe this, please kindly share with the rest of us. Otherwise its all hearsay designed to create unnecessary fear and stress.
“don't be surprised if I am correct” is not enough, please back up your statements with appropriate rules, regulations or verifiable experiences.
Now let me explain why I think rajesh should inform the CIC.
- CIC is very clear that applicants should make CIC aware of all changes in applicant’s life. Change of citizenship is a major change.
- Rajesh profile says he is from India. I am assuming prior to acquiring UK citizenship, he was an Indian citizen. India does not allow dual nationality. Hence, when he acquired UK citizenship, he lost his Indian citizenship (assuming he was an Indian prior to this change).
- In his application to CIC, he wrote that he was an Indian citizen and gave his Indian passport number on the application .
- When he will go for his visa stamping and instead of submitting Indian passport, he submits British passport, I can assure you it will raise red flags.
- Is that the risk you are suggesting Rajesh should take?
Change of citizenship is a non-issue for CIC, they don’t care. But they need to be informed. Hiding changes is something CIC does care about.
Moritz, I request again. If you have valid reasons, please let us know. Otherwise will refrain from spreading rumors.
Ray
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to mkhan:
MKhan,
Are you aware of changes in the UK citizenship process which is being currently debated in the Parliament? If not, I recommend that you take a look at it.
http://services.parliament.uk/bills/2008-09/bor...
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/managingborde...
The Bill, if passed (and it seems like it will), will make acquiring UK citizenship more difficult in the future. Including either having to do voluntary service or wait an extra 2 years for citizenship.
If you are considering getting British citizenship, you may want to do so before the Bill (if passed) is implemented.
Ray
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to raymasa:
Thanks Ray, I am covered by the HSMP Judicial Review court ruling. So hopefully, I am okay even if I wait go get British Citizenship.
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to mkhan:
Well.. here is a VERY helfpul response from CIC:
"Unfortunately, our office cannot provide counselling to individuals regarding their eligibility to apply for Immigration or provide assistance in completing the forms. Please refer to the guide on our website"
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to moritz:
I think you need to draft the question to CIC intelligently. I think you are asking for advice on impact of change in citizenship on the outcome... they won't tell you about that. Ask them about the process by which you can notify them about change in citizenship. I think this will help.
Good luck
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to minal72:
Thanks Minal,
I will try your approach too.
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