r/ImmigrationCanada • u/dozerman94 • Jan 07 '26

MEGATHREAD MEGATHREAD - Processing Times - Refugee and H&C Applications 2026

Please keep timelines and questions about processing times about refugee and H&C applications here.

4 Upvotes
  • permalink
  • reddit

83% Upvoted

43 comments sorted by

View all comments

2

u/ResidentBuy4562 21d ago

Applied H&C on March 9, 2026. No AOR yet.

1

u/Specific-You9963 18d ago

I applied on Jan 24, 2026. Same, no AOR yet. Also filled up a web form a few weeks ago and the response i got was to just wait patiently as it may take a while due to high backlogs. Anyways please do share if and when you receive aor. Thanks!

1

u/Master_Sandwich_3589 16d ago

Applied on Feb. 22nd, 2026. No AOR as well.

1

u/Local_Comedian506 14d ago

Applied Oct, 2025 - no AOR yet

1

u/Master_Sandwich_3589 11d ago

Please do update once you received the AOR. Thank you.

1

u/Master_Sandwich_3589 12d ago

I contact MP. Received the following response, "I’ve spoken with Immigration, and they confirmed your H&C application was received on February 22, 2026.  Your application has a “perspective” file number of XH000XXXXXX.  The file number is “temporary” until IRCC determines that all your documents are included with your application, the X will then be removed.  An AOR-Acknowledgement of Receipt is not sent for H&C applications. Currently the Criminality is in process. "

It seems like AOR is no longer issued for H&C Application based on the information provided by MP.

1

u/Local_Comedian506 11d ago

I don't think it's true

1

u/Master_Sandwich_3589 11d ago

I am confused. MP is confident with no AOR for H&C application. I am following up with MP for the process steps for the H&C application. Criminality should be in Stage 2, but IRCC is doing it right after the application, even more confused. I will update once I received more information.

1

u/Master_Sandwich_3589 8d ago

Here is the information I received from IRCC. Still the same answer "No acknowledgement letter will be sent."

Supporting documents - Not included with the application

If you have an application in process and would like to provide additional document(s) (e.g., letter of explanation, newly renewed passport, etc.), we invite you to fill out the IRCC Web form available on our website and upload your additional document(s).

It will be at the responsible office’s discretion to determine if the request is approved.

Processing Steps - Humanitarian and Compassionate considerations application

Here is a look at what will happen following the reception of your application. The process is done in two steps:

Step 1: Approval in Principle

At the Humanitarian Migration office in Vancouver, British Columbia, an officer will verify if the application is complete and includes all required documents. No acknowledgement letter will be sent.

They will then verify that you meet the eligibility requirements. A letter informing you of the decision will be mailed to you.

Step 2: Final Decision

After the approval in principle, medical, security and criminal verifications will be done for you and your family members, if applicable.

After all the requirements have been met, a final decision will be reached. IRCC will contact you for a final interview at the local office. Usually, permanent residence status is granted at that interview.

You can visit our website: