Level iii security clearance with family in Hong Kong

[ccyl18]

Hi. I would like to apply for the below roles in the CAF:

1. 1) Information System Technician
2. 2) Cycle Operator
3. 3) ATIS Tech

From my research, it seems all of these roles require Level III security clearance.

I am a Canadian citizen and has been living in Canada for almost 11 years. I was born and raised in Hong Kong. And I haven’t been back to Hong Kong for 8 years. However, I have immediate family in Hong Kong which I keep regular contact with. Bear in mind that Hong Kong is under control by China, which has political tension with Canada. It seems like there’s a certain risk I could fail this security clearance. Is it quite a borderline case?

I did apply to CAF a few years ago, but I had decided to stop my application. I’m wondering if I should reopen it. If I’m not eligible for the above roles, I may not wanna join the CAF.

Maybe I’m interested in Signal Officer. Does Signal Officer still only require Level II clearance and not Level III?

I like the newly implemented probationary period. However, if I enter probationary period and end up not passing Level III clearance, I would be wasting so much time on probationary period, which I could be spending time working a job in the civilian world. Can I opt to accept offer only when I pass all screenings, including security clearance, instead of entering probationary period which I have no guarantee I would get offer for the trades above?

 

[da1root]

Really this boils down to your personal decision and no one can tell you what you should (or shouldn't) do which is probably why no one has responded. For Level II and Level III clearances they need information on your immediate family, whether you've spent time outside of Canada, etc etc etc. If there's a flag that would stop you from getting Level III, you won't get a Level II either. The only difference is Level III is more indepth and is only valid for 5 years at a time.

 

[CountDC]

having family in any location does not stop you from getting a security clearance. I work with several people with family in North and South China, middle east, poland, russia, etc. It is not where they live, it is what they do that may hinder you getting the clearance.

 

[PuckChaser]

I like the newly implemented probationary period. However, if I enter probationary period and end up not passing Level III clearance, I would be wasting so much time on probationary period, which I could be spending time working a job in the civilian world. Can I opt to accept offer only when I pass all screenings, including security clearance, instead of entering probationary period which I have no guarantee I would get offer for the trades above?

No. The CAF won't waste time on the expense of obtaining you a clearance without you being a member of the CAF.

You've been living in Canada for 11 years, haven't visited HK for over 8. Your clearance will be easier to process because of the length of time you've been here and you're a citizen. You will never know unless you try to obtain the clearance, and if you cannot obtain one you will be released from the CAF. If you're looking to apply to IST (and what I assume is Signal Operator), wait a few weeks until they finish the paperwork for the recruitment allowances. Both are incredibly understrength and there will be a significant amount of money given to you once you complete BMQ and your DP1 course.