“Effective August 1, 2024, all peer reviews have been paused until further notice. No new peer review requests are accepted, and all ongoing peer reviews must be cancelled.”
This notice has been published on IRCC website since August 22, 2024. This means SUV processing time could shorten 12 months. A good signal for SUV applicants who are waiting for the result.
What Does The Pause In Peer Review Impact?
A significant development in the Start-up Visa Program (SUV). IRCC has temporarily paused all peer review processes effective August 1, 2024. This means that SUV applications are now bypassing the peer review stage, which could potentially expedite processing times by up to 12 months.
For those unfamiliar with peer reviews, it’s a quality control measure where IRCC sends applications to a panel of industry experts for evaluation. This panel ensures that the Designated Organization (D.O.) is adhering to industry standards and that the applicant’s business proposal is viable.
While the pause might seem like a setback, it’s actually a positive development for SUV applicants. A shorter processing time can mean less uncertainty and a faster path to Canadian immigration for entrepreneurs.
Eterna International will be keeping an eye on updates regarding the peer review pause and its potential impact on SUV application timelines.
