Ethelia:
Unto Him who is able to do exceedingly and abundantly more than we could ever dream or wish to ask for!! To Him alone be ALL the praise!!!

My people it is PPR!!!!

I'm coming back to give my detailed application story and testimony but I just had to share this first

GlitteringStar:



Part 5 ke? Our NOC queen must share her PPR testimony in part 4. Go and relax.

No mind him. @Newmum0615, @Happytbaby, @Osaze007 gan and few silent readers still dey to announce theirs for this part he dey shout Part 5. Kiaful o, Bebetolicious sombori

Adlib007:
Big praise to God!!!

Got PPR today

ITA: April 24
AOR: May 4
MEP/IP1: May 11
IP2: June 29
PPR: July 4

I'm the accompanying spouse and our application was pretty straightforward, so we didn't have too many LOEs.

80% of our POF was in Tbills in my name while the rest was in my husband's.

While I didn't need to ask questions, this forum has proved super helpful and I'm grateful for everyone who has taken their time and energy to give of themselves for free.

I wish everyone favour in this journey!

exquisef:
Good day every one
Hes suggesting we go ahead without him which would put my scores at 448 or thereabout as if he passes we can only get around 442 which i think is still good enough. Has any one successfully filed for a spouse with PR and it didn't take more than a year? as hes currently even busy in naijja to relocate. sorry for the long post i wanted to be as detailed as i can.

exquisef:
Good day every one

Tojued:


442 is currently okay in my opinion. However it's an internal decision between you two on whether to relocate without him (and sponsor him later). You might want to ask your question about spouse sponsorship on the 'living in canada' thread.

Fuzzyman:


I have been learning French seriously for 2 years now, I can converse with native French speakers and I still don't think I can ace TEF.

All this storyland storyland tales by moonlight posts on this forum ehn.

Compu001:
When I saw the pages to catch up with, I was like what happened. But to my surprise, three PPR. Congratulations to Ethelia, QSola and[b] Adlib007[/b]. Newmum, I am waiting to celebrate with you oooo.

Ethelia:


No I did not. He only signed it. I drafted it in a semi-formal manner and not as a deed of gift (thats why I titled it Declaration of gift )

Elfmannisback:

If the husband can't get a lot from his next IELTS test, she should apply unaccompanying. That is the truth.

Ethelia:


Thanks a lot sis!! Soon we will rejoice when you share your good news!!

Fuzzyman:


I have been learning French seriously for 2 years now, I can converse with native French speakers and I still don't think I can ace TEF.

All this storyland storyland tales by moonlight posts on this forum ehn.

Tojued:


It's a bit subjective due to sentimental considerations. Some folks would rather spend 2 years hustling PNP with spouse (or stay together in Nigeria with them) than relocate alone.

Ethelia:
Hmn, where do I even begin from! Initially my husband and I were considering going the Australia route but a friend encouraged us to go with Canada. We were not sure about who would be the PA (I’m younger but only wanted to use NYSC, while he could claim 2 years) so we decided to both take IELTS and let British council decide….

IELTS: Wrote Ielts in December and ont the day it was to be released both our results were withheld for quality checks! After almost 3 weeks the results were released. I became the PA (9,8.5,8,7.5 in LRSW). His was not as good but it was good enough to contribute some points. We studied using Cambridge, Ielts Liz and the free Road to Ielts materials. Advice: Preparation is key!!


ECA: This to me was a no brainer. Since there was a probability I would be the PA I quietly used IQAS while he used MCC. I have previously detailed my experience with both so wont repeat it. Advice: Start this as soon as possible, it can take a lot of time

Work Experience: I used my NYSC experience. I had a 3month extension during my service and was also retained for about 4 months thereafter. I submitted the work reference letter in strict CIC format, Pay slips, resignation letter, my previous business card and the business card of the Managing partner who signed. Advice: Get Your letter as soon as possible. This is because you cannot predict what will happen. I had a lot of back and forth with my former company regarding some of the wordings. Better to know if they will even agree to give the letter in the first place.

POF: 100% from my husband. I submitted my bank reference letters, exchange rate from xe.com and bank statements (which clearly showed the deposit from his account). I also included a declaration of gift from my husband. It’s worth mentioning that we had submitted his work reference letter and additional documents (we already had them, so why not?)

PCC: Inspector Moshood to the rescue

LOE: I put myself in the place of the Visa officer and tried to explain everything he might have questions about, such as why I wasn’t using my more recent work experience (I just told them it would be hard to get the reference letter and I highlighted the fact that the minimum requirement is 1 year which I have already fulfilled), why I have a different passport number from the one I got ITA with, my Bar Certificate, Schedule A, Travel History Form, my visa refusals, etc. I made it factual and straight to the point.


AOR: March 7

Med Passed: March 14

Ip1: March 15

Ordered 1st GCMS notes: 9th May

Ordered 2nd GCMS Notes: 28th June

Ip2: 1st July (when I noticed)

PPR: Today

In summary, preparation is key. God cannot bless what you haven't put effort into. Read, read and then research some more. No one can package your application better than yourself. Do NOT cut corners! It will come back to bite. Do all you can and leave the rest to God. I'll give some more info if anyone asks and when I remember

Thank you all so so much. This show of love is too much

youngRx:


when i saw the moniker, i just had to leave whatever it was i was doin to say a huge CONGRATULATIONS.
This news has been much awaited.

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ArabianRose:
Its Testimony time!
UPGRADE!!!!!! W went from 6.5 to 7, new score is 8.5, 8, 7, 8.5 for LRWS respectively, isn't God good?? after 3 tests and 2 remarks!

Help me thank God, its as if i just crossed the red sea!

ArabianRose:
Its Testimony time!

So i remarked my BC results, circled W and S, results came in around first week in June, too 10 weeks exactly, S got increased but not W, i felt so bad but at least i got my 15k back. I became confused and felt i was running in circles, i didn't want to write again, the emotional and psychological effect was hitting me big time, spoke to Newmum(you already know how i feel about you), she asked me to write again, she was even willing to proof read my writing (sweet soul), no one was optimistic about remarking IDP, given their track record, even though i maxed out the other modules (talk about CLB10 ).
However, I made up my mind i wasn't going to write this exam again, and this was my response to everyone that asked. Secretly, i applied for MOD IDP remark! I couldn't tell a soul (not even @Stillz that was checking on me everyday), was just hoping on God, i really felt i deserved more than i got in W. I followed up with IDP Australia, the remark was done in 2 weeks and on 2/7/18 i got my result, and guess what? UPGRADE!!!!!! W went from 6.5 to 7, new score is 8.5, 8, 7, 8.5 for LRWS respectively, isn't God good?? after 3 tests and 2 remarks!

Help me thank God, its as if i just crossed the red sea!

Eklektoss:
I already shared sis, thanks for everything- you are a good soul,you will go far in life.All the best as you move onto the next phase.

skylar2020:


Okay.
Ermmmmmm
I'll pm you oo. So you can go through the one I did. Pleaseeeeeeeeee

Ethelia:


Lol, no wahala

reavealhidden:
I can't even stop laughing amidst everything ..Finally got my EOR feedback from BC this morning after 8 weeks...My writing remained unchanged but speaking changed from 7 to 8.
Everything is going to be fine I believe!.
PPR go come @ last no matter what!

Fuzzyman:


I have been learning French seriously for 2 years now, I can converse with native French speakers and I still don't think I can ace TEF.

All this storyland storyland tales by moonlight posts on this forum ehn.

Elfmannisback:

If the husband can't get a lot from his next IELTS test, she should apply unaccompanying. That is the truth.

luffyhaki:


Ethelia we suppose throw party real life

GlitteringStar:



Congrats! I will advise that your spouse should retake his IELTS test. The sponsorship route (unaccompanying spouse option) should be the last resort. You can read the following posts.


https://www.nairaland.com/3617393/living-canada-life-canadian-immigrant/308#68507700

https://www.nairaland.com/4472519/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/309#68508093

https://www.nairaland.com/3617393/living-canada-life-canadian-immigrant/308#68508147