immigreen.com

GCMS Notes – Understand Your IRCC File Refused or Delayed?

Get the Real Reason With GCMS Notes

If your visa or immigration application was refused, delayed, or stuck in process, the key to understanding why is often hidden in your GCMS notes—the internal records used by IRCC officers to assess your file.

At ImmiGreen, we help you request, read, and interpret your GCMS notes so you can make informed decisions, avoid repeat mistakes, and build stronger applications.


✅ What Are GCMS Notes?

GCMS (Global Case Management System) notes are:

  • The complete officer record of how your file was reviewed

  • Used for TRVs, study/work permits, PR applications, etc.

  • Often include refusal reasons, document reviews, and officer comments

  • Available through an ATIP request (Access to Information and Privacy)


🛠️ We Help You:

  • Request GCMS notes on your behalf if you’re outside Canada

  • Interpret refusal reasons and officer concerns

  • Pinpoint missing documents or inconsistencies in your file

  • Use the notes to build a stronger reapplication or appeal

  • Guide you on whether to file a reconsideration, reapply, or escalate


🔎 When Should You Request GCMS Notes?

  • After a refusal (TRV, study/work permit, PR)

  • If your file has been delayed without updates

  • Before reapplying, to understand what went wrong

  • If you suspect an error or oversight by IRCC

  • To check who submitted your application if it wasn’t you directly


⚠️ Common Misunderstandings:

  • GCMS notes are not automatically emailed with your refusal

  • Refusal letters are often generic—GCMS tells you the real reason

  • Notes take 30–40 days to arrive, so request them early


🛡 Why Use ImmiGreen?

  • We know how to read between the lines of officer notes

  • Experienced with refusal trends by region and visa type

  • Can combine your notes with a strategy to rebuild your case

  • We also request full file copies, not just officer notes, when needed


💬 Client Feedback:

“I didn’t know the officer thought my travel plan was vague until I saw it in the GCMS notes. With Mehdi’s help, I reworded everything and got my visa on the second try.”
Yasaman S., Spain


📞 Order Your GCMS Notes Today

Whether you’re stuck, refused, or just curious—GCMS is your roadmap to understanding IRCC decisions.

At ImmiGreen, we help you navigate the process—clearly, strategically, and with your long-term goals in mind.


✅ What We Help You With:

  • LMIA-based employer-specific work permits

  • LMIA-exempt work permits under international agreements (e.g. CUSMA, ICT, GTS)

  • Open work permits for spouses and postgraduate students

  • Bridging open work permits for PR applicants

  • Employer compliance support (for Canadian businesses hiring foreign workers)

  • Responding to procedural fairness letters or prior refusals


🔎 Who Can Apply for a Work Permit?

You may be eligible if:

  • You have a valid job offer from a Canadian employer

  • You’re an international graduate with a valid PGWP

  • You’re a spouse or common-law partner of a skilled worker or student

  • You qualify under an international agreement (e.g. Intra-Company Transfer)

  • You’ve applied for PR and qualify for a Bridging Open Work Permit


📌 Common Mistakes to Avoid:

  • Accepting fake or unverified job offers

  • Submitting incomplete LMIA documentation

  • Ignoring your status expiration timeline

  • Not providing clear evidence of qualifications or intent

We help you get it right the first time—or fix it if it went wrong.


🛡 Why Choose Us?

  • Licensed RCIC with years of experience

  • Strategic handling of complex or time-sensitive applications

  • Experience with both employers and foreign workers

  • Honest, practical advice grounded in IRCC policy


💬 Recent Success Story:

“After two refusals, ImmiGreen helped me apply with a stronger explanation and complete documents. I now have a two-year work permit and a clear path to PR.”
Samuel T., Ghana


🎯 Plan Your Path Forward

  • Want to work while your PR is in process?

  • Not sure if your employer qualifies for LMIA?

  • Looking to switch from visitor status to worker status?

Let’s talk. Every case is different—but with the right plan, you have options.

working process

start here, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Tell us a bit about your situation. We’ll guide you through the next steps—clearly, professionally, and with care for your outcome.

01.

fill out consultation form

Start by completing the short form. Tell us about your situation so we can understand your needs and determine how we can help.

02.

Document Review & Payment

Once we receive your form, we’ll follow up with a simple document checklist and payment details to move forward efficiently.

03.

Meet With Your Consultant

After confirmation, we’ll schedule a one-on-one consultation to discuss your options, strategy, and next steps—tailored to your case.

04.

Move Forward With Confidence

After the consultation, you’ll receive guidance on your next steps—whether it’s preparing an application or working together toward a successful result.

testimonial

what people say about us

Real stories from real clients we’ve had the honor to serve.

Trusted by newcomers, families, and professionals across the board.