Here’s an overview of key documents you might receive and what each of them means:
Acknowledgment of Receipt (AOR)
Confirmation from IRCC that they have received your application
Biometrics Request
You are required to provide biometric information for security and identification purposes
Medical Examination Instructions
Held to ensure they do not pose a public health risk to Canada
Interview Appointment Letter
A formal letter that summons you in front of a visa officer who asks questions and verifies your documentation
Passport Request
Generally, this means your application is at the final stage of processing and that a decision has been made. The passport will be needed to issue a visa if approved
Decision Letter
A letter from the visa office that either grants or denies your application:
PR Visa
An official document that grants you permission to enter Canada as a refugee with permanent resident status
COPR
Confirms your status as a permanent resident in Canada
Landing Papers (Immigrant Visa and Record of Landing)
Essential for obtaining Canadian identification documents, like a Social Insurance Number (SIN) and health care coverage.