GCMS Notes refers to the notes prepared by government officers to in the the Global Case Management System, a software used by the government of Canada to process applications.
Requesting GCMS Notes does not affect your application in any way.
GCMS Notes can be requested from the IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) or CBSA. Learn more about the difference between GCMS notes from IRCC and CBSA
GCMS notes can be used to:
Learn more about the current GCMS Notes processing times.
You can request GCMS notes using one of the options below:
| GCMS & CAIPS Notes | Complete File (Recommended) | CBSA Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What does it include | Complete records of visa application; case history and notes created by assessing officers | Complete records of IRCC visa application including entire case history, officer notes, and copies of all documents and forms sent from/to by client | Electronic notes from CBSA; includes visa application checks and information on security screenings conducted by the Canadian Border Security Agency |
| Why request it | Find the status of your visa application or learn why your application was refused | Find the status of your visa application, learn why your application was refused and find out the information sent to IRCC at the time of your application | Helpful when applying for PR card or citizenship. Calculate the number of days spent in Canada. |
| Which agencies are involved | Available to request from IRCC as well as CBSA. By default we only send requests to the IRCC. | CBSA only | |
| What is the processing time | Current processing time: 30 Days. Maximum processing time: 45 Days (enforced by law). | ||
| Format of delivery | Documents are securely delivered to the provided email over email in a pdf file. | ||
| Cost | $35 | $50 | $40 |
| Order now | Order GCMS & CAIPS Notes | Order Entire File | Order CBSA Notes |
| Priority Apply Service | Same day apply after receiving all documents | Extra $15 | Order With Priority apply |
| Need guidance for choosing the right GCMS? | Guide Me | ||
| Book 30 min session with experts to understand your GCMS Notes | $100 | Sign Up | |
The cost of GCMS & CAIPS notes is $35. The cost of copies of GCMS notes + copies of your uploaded documents is $50. Requesting electronic notes from CBSA would cost $40. Order here
The file will be sent to your provided email address in a password protected PDF format.
As of March 19, 2023, the current processing times for GCMS & CAIPS notes requests is 30 days. The Access to Information Request Act requires the government to respond to all requests within 30 calendar days.
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