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OnyeukaO:
Thank you so much,

Do I have to make any payment to Vfs Nigeria?

OnyeukaO:
Hello please I need help can someone give me the process for biometrics registration after getting the biometrics instruction letter?

Omoniyimi12345:
Good morning everyone. I have applied and gotten a LOA from a Private Uni in Canada. My confusion, however, is that they didn't ask for my WASSCE or any high school result. I also did not submit any letter of intent. They only requested for school transcripts. Although, I have been in communication with the official mail on their website, I am still feeling like the admission process is 'too fast' and I am wondering if my result or letter of intent are just not needed.

I am about to pay my tuition deposit through the link in my LOA (PAYMYTUITION), but I am also trying to be careful.

Are my worries valid or it is just Naija mentality that is messing with me?

Chigbo55:
My sponsor is my brother-in-law, who is a Canadian citizen and is legally employed in Canada. he has already funded the GiC account and student chequing which I opened in my name with 50million, I have gotten his sponsorship letter, employment letter, their marriage certificate to show he is legally married to my sister, but the case is that he didn't want to present his bank statement instead he said he will give me T1 General, Can this T1 General serve as sponsor's bank statement of account? Will IRCC accept it?

He also visited Nigeria several years ago, and we took family and personal photographs together. I plan to include these pictures as supporting evidence to demonstrate our genuine family relationship and closeness.

ehiremen2002:
One of the document for the foster kids

Draft Letter for XXXXXXX
[School Letterhead: XXXXX Private School]
[School Address/Contact Details/CAC Number]

Date: 09/05/2026

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

RE: STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND REFERENCE FOR XXXXXXXX

This is to formally confirm that xxxxxx (Date of Birth: xx/xx/2016) is a registered student at xxxx Private School. He is currently enrolled in Basic 6.

Bleep has been a student with us since Bleep and has maintained a commendable academic and behavioral record s. He is a diligent student who participates actively in school activities.

We are aware of the plans by his Legal Guardian,xxxx, to pursue a Master’s degree in Canada. We understand that xxxx will be accompanying her to continue his education there.

We highly recommend Bleep for admission into any primary Bleep institution in Canada, as he has the academic foundation and character to excel. Please find his most recent academic reports attached for your review.

Yours faithfully,

xxxx

[Name of Principal/Head Teacher]
[Official School Stamp]

ehiremen2002:
Thanks for the clarification, @JMG12. We have decided to proceed with Study Permits for the kids. However, we have a few questions regarding the documentation for minors:

Details of Intended Study in Canada: Since minors don't need a Letter of Acceptance (LOA), what should they input in this section? Should I list a generic "Public School Board" in the city where they will be studying, or leave it blank/write "To be determined upon arrival"?

Employment/Education History: For the children's "Current Activity/Employment" section,we will list their current school in Nigeria.

Supporting Documents: we have requested Letters of Recommendation from their current Nigerian schools (Elementary and High School). Are there any other specific documents required from their current schools—such as transcripts, report cards, or "To Whom It May Concern" letters—to strengthen the application?

we would appreciate any insights from those who have successfully processed Study Permits for minors from Nigeria.

AbelAbdul:
. amnotapervert

Mavor:
That IRCC will reject bank statements from such platorms. That only bank statements of dom accounts from commercial banks are deemed acceptable.

Mavor:
Those platforms do not allow their platforms to be used for yahoo or even sports betting sef that is legal in Nigeria.

Predator188:
Occupation dead person :deceased
Marital status dead person: blank

Rahab409:
If no one has ever told you this, buy you're very disgusting sha o. Cos! Wtf is this?

nwaogukings03:
Say for example, my total cost (Tuition, + Accommodation + Living expenses+ Miscellaneous) is say 70k CAD.

But I have already paid the complete tuition fee, remaining 35k CAD. So I want to show POF for 35k CAD

Will IRCC demand to know how I paid the tuition fee when I apply for study permit?

amnotapervert:
for both marital Status and Occupation you can put Deceased... don't leave blank

NothingDoMe:
Blank. Most important are dates of birth and death.

NothingDoMe:
You can sign with acrobat.

amnotapervert:
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AbelAbdul:
Anyone with the idea how to sign the IMM5645e form?
I mean for those using computer to fill.

amnotapervert:
Who am I please hahahah 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I said let me talk before someone will say that

Mavor:
No what I am seeing is that the money has to be in USD account in commercial banks like Access, First Bank, etc

Mavor:
No what I am seeing is that the money has to be in USD account in commercial banks like Access, First Bank, etc

Mavor:
No what I am seeing is that the money has to be in USD account in commercial banks like Access, First Bank, etc

amnotapervert:
The way I type and mention Memorial university tomorrow someone will come out and say I am an agent trying to get students to memoral University 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Mavor:
Thank you. Are you familiar with all finance solutions like Raenest (formely Geegpay) that remote workers use to receive USD or EUR salary and also offer virtual USD card services for online payments?

If for example, I have my savings in USD on such platforms, are their bank statements acceptable for POF?

amnotapervert:
That’s why you should email the admission office before applying. Some Canadian school accept an English Proficiency Letter from your Nigerian university, and that can be enough for the Canadian university.

Many schools have a condition stating that if you do not have IELTS, you can provide proof that your previous education was taught in English. So always confirm directly with the school before spending money on IELTS or the application process

amnotapervert:
IELTS — Academic or General? Where did you register in Lagos? Any prep tips? you do not need for student visa
WES — How long did yours actually take? Any wahala with Nigerian universities sending transcripts? you do not need WES evaluation for student visa
University application — How did you handle the statement of purpose? References? when you are applying for admission you will write it you are thinking so much
Student visa — What did your proof of funds look like? Any refusals or issues? apply for a school you can afford
Travel and arrival — First weeks in Canada, what do you wish you knew? if you keep worrying about this you will never leave nigeria
Settling in — SIN, bank account, accommodation — how did you sort these out? get your visa first you will worry about this later just apply for a school you can afford

If you overthink the process, you will always feel overwhelmed. You need to take things one step at a time.

Yes, it’s good to think about settling in and everything else, but first you need to focus on getting admission and making sure you can afford your fees before even applying for a visa.

So take it one step at a time. FYI, most university portals for the September 2027 intake have already closed or are about to close. If you keep overthinking, you won’t move forward and you’ll only fill your heart with worry.

Right now, your main focus should be getting admission into a school you can afford. That is the first step.

If you try to focus on everything at once, you will get nowhere.

Two universities I know that are among the cheapest for international students in Canada are Brandon University and Memorial University of Newfoundland. Check if their portals are still open, get your BSc transcript ready, review the requirements for a course you like, and apply.

Penkelems:
Qh!
God abeg o.
Pls throw more light.
What kind of skin disease please?

reucom:
Are you sure of the bitter leaf recipe?

Mavor:
Thank you for the feedback.

Mavor:
Hi everyone, new to this thread. Please bear with me.

I'm a working professional in Lagos, currently in the tech industry. I've been seriously planning to relocate to Canada through the student route — targeting a Masters programme for September 2027 intake. I've done some research but honestly the whole process feels overwhelming and I'd love to hear from people who have actually gone through it successfully.

Specifically looking for real-world guidance on:

IELTS — Academic or General? Where did you register in Lagos? Any prep tips? Watch YT videos
WES — How long did yours actually take? Any wahala with Nigerian universities sending transcripts? My transcript took less than two weeks. That's because I sorted.
University application — How did you handle the statement of purpose? References? You should know your reason of choosing the school, the course, the country, your goal. So you should know what to write. As for ref, your boss in your office can do that. Mine they requested for two ref either Academic(ur school) or from workplace.
Student visa — What did your proof of funds look like? Any refusals or issues? My POF is more than the estimated funds for the years I will stay in Canada. This gives an edge. If it will cost you $20k to stay and study in Canada till you graduate, try and show VO $30k as POF
Travel and arrival — First weeks in Canada, what do you wish you knew? I will be here in Oct to answer this part
Settling in — SIN, bank account, accommodation — how did you sort these out? Use FB market place to sort for accommodation and to be on a safer side contact ur school they will link u will partners or on-campus accommodation. Do not pay any agent to get you a place o. Dont pay if u have not verify the house. As for Bank, depending on ur school. the school always link new students to a dept or indivuals to assist them get their banks and sim cards setup.

I'm fully self-funded so financing isn't the issue. Just want to understand the realistic timeline and avoid the common mistakes people make.
If you've been through this process successfully — or even if you're currently in it — please share your experience. I'll be very grateful.

Thank you.

Omoniyimi12345:
Please, for POF, the travel expenses will be for return ticket or just one way ticket?

Penkelems:
In the last three days I haven't had good night rests due to persistent and uncontrollable itching on my skin.

Though, right from time I've always had itches from time to time, but not as severe as this one currently.

These few days have been hell for me, as I can hardly sleep at night.

Over the years, I used to take a particular drug for Filariasis. It's a tiny drug that is white in color and has the exact size of a Piriton tablet. I would take only two of it for three or so months. But since I left home, I haven't seen where I can go to get those drugs. At my former place of residence, I used to go to a Primary Health care centre to take it. The drugs weren't even allowed to be taken home, you have to swallow it right there. And you must not eat before going to take it. You go in the mornings, take it on an empty stomach and wait till 1pm before you eat. It's being over five years since I relocated to a new city and I don't know where I can get the drugs. The drug is Free, but you will have to pay for a Card there.

I don't bathe with Rain Water or boil water to bath during the harmattan season, to avoid the itching.

My arms, armpits, tommy, behind my neck, scrotum and pubic region itch. When I scratch, It get swollen a bit, then the swell disappears after a few minutes, sometimes I injure myself when I'm scratching. The painful part is it itches me even to my anus. Inside my anus, I have scratched and scratched and the place has become painful. I have to be extremely careful whenever I use the restroom and need to wash my nyash.

This has caused me a lot of discomfort. I'm really depressed. The fact that I'm going through a lot now, makes the whole thing really tormenting. I've always prayed that God should keep my health, so I don't get bedfasted for any reason, because if I'm unable to go to work and provide for myself, nobody will. I'm all I've got.

I really need your inputs here, my brothers and sisters. Health is wealth honestly.

Mods, please help move this to front page. I'm losing it already. It's frustrating.

maasoap:
Something as important as this that really worked for you, you can't remember the name. You people are something else