If you’re living outside Canada and need to access your immigration records, requesting your Global Case Management System (GCMS) notes is a straightforward process. These notes contain detailed information about your immigration file, including the progress of your application, any decisions made, and additional relevant details that may impact your case.
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to order GCMS notes from outside Canada:
1. Determine Eligibility
Before you begin the process to order GCMS notes from outside Canada, make sure you’re eligible. Typically, only individuals who are the subject of the immigration file or their authorized representatives can request these notes. You’ll need to provide proof of identity, such as a passport or government-issued ID, to confirm your eligibility.
2. Submit an Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Request
The main way to order GCMS notes from outside Canada is by submitting an Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) request to the Canadian government. This can be done online through the Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website or by using a third-party service to assist with the application. You’ll need to fill out the appropriate forms, including the ATIP request form, and provide details about your case.