Visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website and log in using your credentials (GCKey or Sign-in Partner).
Once logged in, find and click on your Canada visa application from the list of submitted applications.
Look for the "Messages" or "Correspondence" section in your application dashboard. This is where all official communications from the embassy are stored.
Click on any message to view its full content. Important messages may include requests for additional documents, biometrics instructions, or decision letters.
Always download and save any documents or letters sent by the embassy. These may be needed for future reference or for your records.
The embassy may send messages at any time. Check your account regularly (at least once a week) to avoid missing important updates.
Email Notifications: IRCC will send you an email notification when there's a new message in your account. However, always log in to check the full message as emails may not contain complete information.
Response Time: If the embassy requests additional documents, you typically have 30 days to submit them. Mark this deadline on your calendar.
Never ignore messages from the Canadian embassy. Failure to respond to their requests can result in your application being refused or delayed significantly.
Create a dedicated folder on your computer to save all correspondence from the Canadian embassy. Organize messages by date and keep both digital and printed copies for reference.
Watch this detailed guide on how to access and understand messages from the Canadian embassy: