I’ve been a silent reader, and this forum has been incredibly helpful in preparing for applications, gathering the necessary evidence, and tracking application progress. First of all, I would like to thank everyone for sharing their experiences and feedback; it has definitely helped people like me. I submitted my application on February 9, 2023, and today (on a holiday?) I received a notification that a new card is being produced. I’m not sure whether to feel excited or worried because I’m flying out of the country tomorrow and will return on the 26th of October. I’m uncertain if I can still use my expired card and extension letter to re-enter the country after the new card has been issued. Any insights from similar experiences would be greatly appreciated.