A proportion of the newcomers who apply each year permanent residence (PR) must attend an interview with a Canada Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship (IRCC) in support of your application.
These interviews They are often the final step in the application process and can be important in demonstrating to the immigration department that an applicant is eligible to obtain PR status in Canada. Below we will cover why an interview may be necessary, what to expect, and best practices to ensure success.
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Why does IRCC conduct interviews?
Requesting an interview from applicants is largely at the discretion of individual IRCC officials. The reasons for such a request are usually to help verify the information supporting a PR or citizenship application.
The information that needs verification could be details related to work experience, personal history, language ability, intention to immigrate to Canada, and even simply verifying the identity of the applicants. For family sponsorship applications, interviews are often conducted to verify the relationship of the main applicant and his or her dependents or to confirm whether the marital/marital/de facto relationships are sincere.
Additionally, interviews may focus on missing or incomplete information provided as part of an application, but do not satisfy the IRCC reviewing official that such information meets the eligibility criteria.
What are some best practices I can implement when attending my IRCC interview?
Based on information provided to IRCC officials on how to conduct interviews, the following are some of the best practices Canadian News has compiled for interviewees:
Review your application thoroughly
Just as the IRCC officer reads the file in advance, interviewees must also prepare thoroughly by reviewing their applications and relevant documents. Considering that one of the things interviewers tend to focus on is incomplete or missing information on an application, newcomers may do well to prepare for questions and inquiries about these elements of their file.
Newcomers can also bring additional supporting documentation if it was not included in their initial application (although they should probably also be prepared to explain why such information was not initially provided).
Communicate clearly
Interviewees should strive to maintain clear communication. They should speak slowly and clearly, using simple language and avoiding jargon to ensure their answers are easily understood. Officers are instructed to accommodate interviewees if they have any special needs or need assistance during the interview process. Therefore, newcomers should communicate these needs during the interview or in advance to ensure a smooth experience.
Interviewees should try to remain calm and composed throughout the interview. Relaxed body language and a confident demeanor can help convey professionalism and competence.
Be honest
Although obvious, interviewees should ensure their answers are honest and consistent with the information provided in their application. IRCC officials will be on the lookout for potentially fraudulent and exaggerated information. Providing truthful and consistent answers demonstrates integrity and trustworthiness.
Fundamentally, misrepresentation (the deliberate submission of fraudulent information as truthful to the IRCC) can have disastrous implications for an immigration application, including being ineligible for Canadian immigration for at least five years, being charged with a crime by the IRCC, and losing PR status (among others). other things). Newcomers will have a better chance of success if they simply present all relevant information truthfully.
Finally, newcomers should be aware that they can still be found guilty of misrepresentation, even if they do not know it, and/or make a legitimate mistake when submitting information on their immigration application. This again emphasizes the importance of being careful with the information that is included in your immigration application.
Address concerns calmly
If the interviewer raises concerns or asks challenging questions, interviewees should address them diplomatically and constructively. They should avoid becoming defensive and instead focus on providing clarification or explanation as needed.
Newcomers should keep in mind that their success or failure in their interview will ultimately come down to convincing the immigration officer interviewing them that they sincerely meet all necessary eligibility requirements. As such, it is generally good practice to address any concerns they may have in a calm and thoughtful manner.
Ask questions and follow up if necessary.
Interviewees should ask questions if they need clarification or additional information about the process or next steps. IRCC officials are instructed to address any questions or concerns newcomers may have during an interview, so interviewees should feel free to ask for information if they need it.
Similarly, after the interview, newcomers should follow up appropriately (if necessary), either by providing additional information or documentation or by awaiting further communications from the interviewing authority.
How can I get an interview waiver?
The best way to obtain an IRCC interview waiver is to ensure that all relevant information and supporting documentation is included in the immigration application at the time of submission. The more complete an application is, the more likely you are to receive an application waiver (although this may vary depending on the stream and class of immigration through which the application is submitted).
reference: www.cicnews.com