Shorten PAL Approval Times
- Thread starter calalta
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Not sure about the renewal side of things, but I'm applying for PAL/RPAL at the moment (from BC). Reference called in on March 2nd and I'm still waiting on any status change. Talked to them last week and was told they were waiting to scan my picture and to call back yesterday (Monday). I did that and ended up talking to the most sour CFC employee I've spoken to. She said it's still scanning. Obviously with Easter break and the server downtime they are behind on things. Totally understandable, but it doesnt make the wait any easier!
- Location
- Victoria, BC
I called in today, asked to be transfered to BC CFOs office, was on hold for about 10 minutes talked to them and she approved it over the phone. I would try that and see if that helps. Mine was received 30 of Jan
So When I finally received my RPAL after a 4 month wait, I went out and purchased some restricted firearms. After waiting 3 weeks for the registration certificates to arrive I called the CFP to inquire. Mailed out March 19th. Must have been lost in the mail. So I've had these firearms in my possession for nearly a month, I have an ATT but still no able to go and shoot my firearms!! I'm not sure what I've done to piss off the firearm gods, but someone out there is making sure that I have patience on top of my patience!! Unbelievable.
ArcticHound
Regular
- Location
- North of the GTA, Ontario
CFSC Training completed: Feb. 1, 2015
CRFSC Training completed: Feb. 21, 2015 (could not get both courses back-to-back)
Application sent to CFC via registered mail: Feb. 25, 2015
CFSC Training results received: Mar. 2, 2015
Application delivered to CFC: Mar. 2, 2015
Application appeared online at CFC: Mar. 23, 2015
Credit Card charged: Mar. 23, 2015
CRFSC Training results received: Mar. 25, 2015
Test results faxed to CFC: Mar. 26, 2015
Called to confirm fax received at CFC: Apr. 7, 2015 (was told to have one reference call in)
Reference called into CFC: Apr. 7, 2015
License issued: Apr. 15, 2015
UPDATE: License received in mail Apr. 20, 2015
CRFSC Training completed: Feb. 21, 2015 (could not get both courses back-to-back)
Application sent to CFC via registered mail: Feb. 25, 2015
CFSC Training results received: Mar. 2, 2015
Application delivered to CFC: Mar. 2, 2015
Application appeared online at CFC: Mar. 23, 2015
Credit Card charged: Mar. 23, 2015
CRFSC Training results received: Mar. 25, 2015
Test results faxed to CFC: Mar. 26, 2015
Called to confirm fax received at CFC: Apr. 7, 2015 (was told to have one reference call in)
Reference called into CFC: Apr. 7, 2015
License issued: Apr. 15, 2015
UPDATE: License received in mail Apr. 20, 2015
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Damn. Mine was received on March 2nd as well. Reference called in on April 2nd. Still "processing". Don't know how long it takes them to scan a damned picture. I've been checking online every day since my reference called in, but at this point I just assume the status will still be "completed initial processing"...I'm getting sick of seeing that message!
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PAL and RPAL? I called in Monday after the CFO told me to check back, but am debating if I should give them another call this afternoon. I think nearly 2 weeks to scan a picture is a bit excessive.
Just called again. Spoke to a nice lady. Told her I was told that my picture was still scanning despite reference interview being conducted almost 2 weeks ago. She checked my application and said "Weird...everything is in here...picture is here...all your information is good...what is going on?". She then sent it off to the CFO and told me to check back in a week.
BC Rod and Gun show is this weekend. Was REALLY hoping I could at least get my license number before then.
Unrelated question for everyone:
If I went to the show with my buddy (PAL/RPAL holder) could he buy a gun for me and hold it until my license arrives? Don't want to screw around if that isn't kosher.
**EDIT**: Just checked online (less than 20 minutes after talking to them). STATUS IS NOW ISSUED!!! WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!
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Definitely would only be NR. I wouldn't bother with restricted at the moment.
License just got issued. Do I need card in hand to purchase, or would the license number suffice? I assume I need card in hand, but at least I know it's coming soon!
