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MrsAkin:
Thank you for responding @affoncad. I have 7months experience as a cook in Canada (I am on a WP) and I want to use the rest of my experience from running a restaurant in Nigeria. Is there a sample draft I can use for my reference?

This sample reference letter for IRCC is based on your job. Also, try to add your Canadian payslip and merge everything together, then upload it in the job reference letter section. They may likely request(ADR) for employment contract and statement of your account later showing salary payments, as it will be hard to claim cash payments inside Canada.

Sexybeautiful:
Please how do l apply for gcms notes
I tried it takes me to privacy act. I went online and was told l can't apply because l am not resident in Canada. Please l need answer.
Thank you

I have sorted it out. Thank you

Anybody can apply gcms note and not only resident.pls go to youtube and search how to apply gcms note

Predator188:
The PM is still maintaining temporary cap on immigration but focused on transiting temporary residents already in Canada over the years before the growth to permanent residents.

My only fear is that many students don't see the bigger issue ahead. With the current projections, more than half of the current temporary residents already inside Canada which include student will not be able to get PR. So, a smart student needs to position themselves in a good advantage, which may include learning French to have an edge.

Predator188:
The problem with canada is that the country has low birth rate while birth rate has no significant increase against death rate..
In 2023/2024 according to statistics canada number of birth was 359,885− number of deaths was 344,593=15,292 natural growth..
As you can see if you deduct birth rate from death rate = only 15,292 natural population growth,the rest of the population growth is ⛽️ fuelled by pumping foreigners into the country, until the system solves its low birth rate,they will need more immigrants in years to come for economic growth and expansion.

The birth rate arugment cannot be table before canadian voters and no party will raise that in an election year as Many Canadians are frustrated with rising unemployment, even newcomers struggling to find professional work, along with high housing costs, the cost of living, and overcrowded schools and daycares, with little development to support the growing population. Many believe these issues stem from uncontrolled immigration. There's also concern that colleges may lose funding or even close due to low enrollment from international students. However, many argue that education should not rely solely on funds from foreign students, as this adds strain to already stressed social services.

MrsAkin:
Good morning, everyone. Please, I need help with tips on how to apply for Trade Skill/EE. My NOC is 63200. Any updated sample reference letter and guidance from anyone who has gotten ITA using this code or any trade skill will be greatly appreciated. I have celpip and wes. Thank you very much. God bless you all.

That NOC is for cooks. How do you become a cook at a restaurant in Nigeria? Do you go for any training or,education related to ur job , or do you learn the skill on the job? To get an ITA in a trade draw, you just need to be in the Express Entry pool. When a trade draw occurs, you can be invited based on your CRS score. However, you will need to prove to IRCC how you acquired the skill to be a cook. You will also need a letter of reference stating your job duties, salary, and when you were hired, along with your pay slips

Bkoks:
Hello Everyone,

I had my biometrics done last week Friday, I checked my portal today and I saw "we need more information from you" notification.
"Based on your application, we need your biometrics" Is it possible for vfs not to transmit it or what else could have happened.

Just fill a webform and upload the slip you received from vfs to confirm ur biometrics

Afolavid:
Apart from the mandatory documents for self-employment, such as Business Registration Certificates, Tax documents, etc did you add reference letters from your clients/business partners, ID cards, invoices/receipts of goods and services provided, bank statements that shows proof of business with your clients etc..? The latter are not listed as required documents on the IRCC website but they go a long way in solidifying your business and convincing the VO. Just in case you are wondering, I am also a self-employed applicant, also CEC candidate and I submitted everything I could lay my hands on to prove my business. BTW, most of the things listed in the previous replies are not the issues because your CEC eligibility is not based on your self-employed work experience i.e. your self-employed experience was not acquired in Canada.

So far, any activity listed in your personal or work history in your Express Entry application can still prompt IRCC to request documentation. You must provide it or detailed explanation , or your application may be rejected. For example, an applicant who was an in-land was asked to provide proof of funds. He tried to quote a section of the law for an exemption from the proof of funds requirement, but the visa officer rejected the application. This process can sometimes be complicated, so it’s best to have your documentation ready to support your application

tolley2kool:
My GCMS note came in this afternoon and I have been refused since last year sept 26 and my agent had been hiding this. But then please who can explain what’s written on this two pages for me please 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 And I see that one page had a date created by year 2017 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️ I have never put in for Canada application until last year feb. Thanks

Based on the details in the GCMS notes, your application was refused due to "misrepresentation", as per paragraph 40(1)(a) of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA). This makes you "inadmissible to Canada for five years from the date of the refusal letter till after September 2029" .l guess You gave your application to an agent who has been flagged by IRCC for using the same pattern of documents and payment cards for many applicants. The application was sent a procedural fairness letter asking you to explain why you did not disclose that you used an agent for your application but the letter was ignored . As per the 2017 date on the gcms note , do not worry about the date—it's the same for most refusals, and it is not about your application date.

Dontrixt43:
Good evening , i was refused a study permit though i am in canada on a visitors visa and i decided to study, i made a mistake and didnt attach payment for the first sememster but pal and admission letter was attached. The visa officer said he dosent think i have enough money to pay for my studies without working. I am re-applying and will attach the payment of the first semester fees. Do i need to be scared about anything or attach any more documents. Thank you. Pls this urgent.

You can reapply immediately and make sure to attach evidence of your proof of funds(20,635 cad living expenses + ur tuition fee), source of funds, home ties ,tuition fee paid nd plan how to pay balance ur school fees.

juliusriches:
No, I do not have travel history.

If you sample 50 Nigerian asylum seekers who entered Canada on conference visas, you’ll find that at least 45 had no previous travel experience. This is a concern because people with no travel history are more likely to seek asylum. Today, data provides useful insights, which IRCC also uses to make decisions. So, if you have no travel history and purpose of visit is just tourism or conference , you’ll need stronger proof and clear evidence to get a Canada visit visa, especially if you don’t have family in Canada

BarbieGoldD:
Good evening. I just got my GCMS note this afternoon, how do i tackle this issue and get it right. What are the documents needed in order to get it right in my next application. Your inputs will be highly appreciated.
This is my second application.

You will need to provide bank statements for the last 6 months showing in and out flow of transction with no lump sum( or with detailed explanation) , income tax returns (if applicable), payslips or proof of employment, a sponsorship letter (if sponsored), an affidavit of financial support (if applicable), business registration and financial records (if self-employed), property or asset documents, evidence of invoice or contract or sales, and a tuition payment receipt of or proof of partial payment of atleast 1 semester ...see attached news so people know why ircc is more strict now and tighting visa rules..many student got visa and never attend school.

juliusriches:
Thank you so much for your response.

Yes, the LOI is from the Rotary International Convention. A generic LOI was issued to all participants by the organisation with a special code generated by the IRCC, which was added during the application. Meanwhile, the LOI does not state or indicate the role of the participants, as pointed out by the VO. However, my introduction/ explanation letter clearly stated my roles and why I wanted to attend the Convention.

My financial situation is very okay. I have a permanent job. I am the marketing manager receiving a monthly salary of over N1,250,000 and N135,000 as imprest. I have been working with my company since 2014. All documents relating to my employment, including job offer letter, introduction letter, board resolution letter, two promotion letters, leave letter, work ID, Salary payslips, tax receipt, and six-month bank statement showing my monthly salary, with a closing balance of over 58,000,000. I even added the company's CAC registration documents.

Submitted my marriage certificate, birth certificates for four of my kids, my birth certificate, wife's birth certificate, my NIN children's NIN, and my wife's NIN.

Two landed property documents worth over 25,000,000.

Two House property documents worth over 80,000,000

The above are part of my socio-economic ties, which are strong enough to the best of my knowledge.

Have you attended a program like this abroad or do you have any travel history? It can make a difference in situations like this. I can tell you that many people, including those claiming asylum, have obtained visas through similar conferences, even with more extensive documentation and proof of funds. This is particularly important now, as Nigeria has been categorized as one of the source countries for visa abuse to Canada, which is impacting other applicants.

biggybanking:
"NOTE"
While this note posted was January 16th, the updated notE which is same thing was January 21st

The date on the note refers to the last date the file was opened or transfer to another office , with or without any major activities by the officer,it will still show the date.

omisakint:
Please who can give me the step by step guide to order gcms note

go to youtube and type "how to apply for gcms note " you will see many countless latest video to guide you step by step

juliusriches:
Kindly assist with interpretation!

The visa application was refused due to several reasons. Firstly, the Letter of Invitation (LOI) was deemed vague, and the visa officer wasn't convinced that the applicant's role aligned with the event's objective.Additionally, the officer had concerns about the applicant's financial situation and weak ties to Nigeria, which raised doubts about their intention to leave Canada after their stay, also some event organizer notify ircc about their event and are issued special ircc event code but the special event code that the organizer stated on the invitation letter issued to this particular applicant that you input in your application as ircc event registration code as not been activated in the ircc database .
In the case of conference visas, the Canadian government has increased scrutiny due to instances of individuals including Nigerians using conferences as a means to seek asylum.As a result, visa officers carefully examine applications to ensure the applicant's connection to the conference is genuine and beneficial to their business or profession.Paying a non-refundable fee to attend a conference doesn't guarantee a visa. Instead, the applicant must demonstrate their intention to return to their home country, providing evidence of strong ties, financial stability, and a clear business purpose for attending the conference.

biggybanking:
Greetings fellow Nairalanders,
I submitted my wife’s Visitor’s Visa application in August and it's still pending and even a December application has received PPR in February. I requested GCMS not and here is the last note on it. Please any advice what could be the issue as she’s suppose to go with me on a conference and visit my kid sis. I’m a frequent traveler to canada.

The note indicates that the intial visa officer found the applicant’s case convincing based on financial resources, ties to their home country, and the purpose of the visit. The visa was approved. However, the "Entered in Error" label might be an internal administrative detail which calls for review of the application. Restricted: N – The note is not restricted, meaning it's accessible and waiting for review by another senior experienced officer.

LandingistForum:
Canada is hard, Canada is hard..., some people are finding their way quietly. I know someone on this thread that just bought his second house. He landed in the time that some of you all started posting about the hustle in the job market.

Go read this lady's diary (@geekybabe) in the nairaland diary section, she gave perfect description of what the job market is from a personal experience. She landed a job in the end.

Back at home, Nigerians buy jobs and buy their way through most things. Now I'm wondering how do some of them navigate through in the environment this competitive.

You guys should stop making a mockery of the thousands currently struggling in Canada, especially new arrivals, when it comes to jobs. Sharing just one or two examples while forgetting about the thousands who are struggling to find jobs, feeling depressed, and frustrated. The economy is facing a huge problem. Canada is bringing in a massive number of immigrants, but job creation is too low to meet the supply demand of the record high numbers arriving. With Trump’s 25% tariff hike to start today, Canada will likely face another round of layoffs in some industries . So, please, let’s be honest about the job market in Canada. People also bribe to get jobs sometimes in canada; it’s not a perfect society. Let’s call a spade a spade. Having a second house doesn’t mean the economy is doing well or it easy; there are many fraudulent ways to get a second nd third mortgage nd that what majority do to secure thoes loan to purchase thoes houses. If people are not telling you the truth, it’s important to be aware.

Let’s pray for Canada, as economically, things are not heading in the right direction. GOD Help us all!

UnconventionalT:
Anyone who is familiar with Nigerian immigration should kindly help.
My baby used a visa on arrival to enter Nigeria around a year ago and he was given 30days on the visa to stay in Nigeria, or I could apply for his Nigerian passport on time whilst still around.
The issue is that, I haven't applied. This is due to name changes I still want to do once I return back to Canada. I don't want his Nigerian passport to carry the current name he has on his Canadian passport and I don't want to go through the stress of changing his name on NIN, Nigerian passport etc in Ottawa when we finally go back.

Will I have issues traveling back with him to Canada, considering he has overstayed his visa?

Since your baby does not have a Nigerian passport and is currently overstaying in Nigeria due to an expired Nigerian visa on the Canadian passport, just explain the situation at the airport upon departure, especially regarding your intention for a name change. Also, keep some Naira with you, as I doubt they will let you leave without paying a fee

Coda1:
please has anyone ever had to request NECO to send their result directly to a school in Canada? if yes How did it go please

Which strange school in Canada is asking NECO to send results to them? Please buy a NECO result checker, email it to the school, and explain how to check and confirm the result online.

eniola1010:
At what point will your score not be recalculated when you add spouse please?

Becareful with ur plan to add unaccompanying spouse as ircc now questioning applicant trying to add spouse after AOR.wish u all the best

ultimatewarrior:
In 2017 I was denied a student visa to Canada and in 2023 when I applied for PR, I used work experience claimed from 2017 that I never stated in my original student visa application. I never received a single ADR throughout my application process till I got PPR. I don't want to give false hope or anything, I may have been lucky. Just thought to share.

Please this 2025 and the face of immigration in canada is changing as ircc is getting more strict with the rules, so let people be aware and be careful this not 2017.

darasire1028:
Someone should assist me on how to tackle this refuse note....

The decision states that the spouse/mother did not qualify for a visa, meaning the applicant no longer had a valid reason to visit. As a result, one cannot visit or accompany someone who has not been approved for a visa since that main reason for the visit.

julzz:
Please guys help me o, can I just walk into vfs without appointment to submit passport? I do not waste my time as I don’t stay in Lagos

Yes no appointment needed for passport submission.

Jeboy:
But on a 2nd note, CDS is on diplomatic passport and it was rumoured that the officer doing the application made error.

They should not be refused based on their status. You are talking about the number 1 ranked military officer in Nigeria.

A diplomatic passport does not automatically guarantee visa approval. While it may offer certain privileges in some countries, it does not exempt the holder from visa requirements. Each country has its own regulations, and the visa process often involves thorough checks, even for diplomatic passport holders. Additionally, some Nigerian asylum applicants provide documents claiming to have served in the navy or army to obtain a visa. As a result, Canada is extra careful with visa issuance for Nigerians, as they are among the top asylum claimants in the country.

jpepper:
It is well.

I am in a similar situation. Applied for my dad and sister, with a letter of explanation stating that we are sponsoring her trip so that she can accompany her dad for support as it is a long trip and for someone who has not travelled before and not that educated, navigating immigration, connecting flights etc will likely be a challenge. They will only be here for about a month. She has absolutely no desire to stay back, her husband is in Nigeria, she has a job and is also schooling to further her education at home. All of these were included in the application.

They approved my dad's and rejected hers on the basis of employment stability and purpose of visit. She is a nursing officer, letter of employment was provided.

It is just unfortunate how people do not consider the impact of their actions on others, all of these denials are from the whole asylum issue, people misusing the visa.

I intend to re-apply for her and add another purpose of visit with an explanation, we actually need her to help stay with the kids because my wife and I are going for Hajj, my dad coming with her was an opportunity for him to come over too, to kill 2 birds with one stone. I omitted this from the initial application because we had not secured our Hajj slots and I wanted to avoid issues in case they asked for additional documents like evidence.

I reckon it is worth another try, will attach proof of our planned trip. Hajj has a fixed time so we need to try again ASAP and hope that she gets it this time. I am not sure how to address the employment bit though, not sure what else they need.

Any thoughts?

Don't mention any childcare duties as a reason for a visitor visa because that is considered a job, and visitors are not allowed to work. She can come to visit, but not for childcare duties as the basis for applying for a visitor visa.

clayfounder:
Chairman, since you are relocating permanently, just have faith that God will make a way for you. Please let me know which properties and investments you are selling before moving to Canada. I am interested, and if you're ready to sale for quick cash at a discounted price instead of waiting for a buyer who might delay payment, please contact me. God will bless your step of faith as you relocate.

But you greedy o ! People dey advice person not to sell his investment but u dey ask discount price..na wa oo

grodon:
Please sabi people, can a Nigerian on few months visit to Ghana on work related basic apply for Canada visiting Visa in Ghana and do biometric in Ghana within the time frame?

OR

He has to return back to Nigeria before applying?

Please help

Yes ,you can

different44:
The mail

ircc.portal.portail.ircc@notification.canada.ca

This often ircc look like in sending notification to direct you to check ur portal ..pleaae look at the sender email in full what did you see??

Pleaae type the sender email here!

Oldfashioned145:
Treat as general inquiry

If a vv application was cancelled because of the long wait since late 2023 and ircc recently sent ppr what is the standard procedure for this case.
Do I raise a webform ?

Appplicant request Cancelled and it confirmed cancelled by ircc and now same applicant with canceled status now got passport request..that what you mean??

different44:
Drug clearances certificate is issued by Ndlea yiu can read more about it online
... Yes it's for VV

Can you send a screenshot of the email header you received from the sender becos this seems unusual for IRCC to request a drug clearance.

Teslas:
Thanks for this and to answer the question in respect to home ties.

1. She is married with kid
2. She has a property - Finished and another ongoing property projects- Pictures of the finished property will be included and the ongoing property details will be included with receipts, designs, approval and all on the ongoing property.
3. Her family pictures, marriage certificates (Islam and court certificates), her child certificate, Newspaper for the marriage name
4. Employment is also the home tie,
5. Landed properties - 2 - undeveloped
6. Vehicle registration documents.
7. Letters of recommendation from community leaders.

I know this is not a requirement - I intend to purchase a flexible and open ticket for her - 6 months ahead and if anything changes on the application then i will used the ticket myself by change of name with same date and same route. She will be going back home and no japa in her own case.

Lastly, kindly advise on what you think can be added to support the application.

She has a good profile despite a weak travel history; however, as you are aware, the visit visa system has been significantly impacted by asylum applicants, with some family visitors now claiming asylum. This situation may adversely affect genuine family visit applications. To strengthen her case, it is advisable to include a notarized statement in the invitation letter affirming that she is safe, does not face any socioeconomic or marital challenges, and that her life is not in danger. The statement should emphasize that her visit is solely for the purpose of spending time with you and your family and that she will return to her job and family life. Numerous legal professionals and public notaries provide notarization services online for a fee, allowing individuals to appear via webcam, affirm the statement, and have it officially signed.

Mamabella:
Hello house pls I need your suggestion. Applied for my Canada VV in Sept 2024 with my family. Glory be to God . It's been approved . Now the issue is that my family are back in Nigeria and I am currently in the US and won't be back to Nigeria till mid MArch. Is there a way I can send my passport to nigeria and get it back to the US or is there a way i can submit my passport here in the US and get my Canada visa stampeed on my naija passport. ?.I would appreciate your response. Thank you.

You can submit ur passport for visa stamping at canada vfs centre in usa or any canada vfs centre in the world and no need send ur passport back to nigeria