Eilenora:
Hello,
Can you please share an update on this. Where did you submit and how long before you got your passport back?

otexx:
Please I will like to know, is ties to home country a requirement for SOWP?

Eilenora:
Passport request ooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

EnnyOneda:
My timeline:
Application submitted - Jan 27, 2020
Biometrics updated - Feb 3, 2020
Medicals- upfront(Jan 2020), updated to passed(Nov. 2020), Expired(Jan 2021)
Medical request - Feb 4, 2021,
Medical passed & updated - march 13, 2021
Passport Request - June 25, 2021
Passport submission(Lagos VFS): June 28, 2021
Passport received: July 14th
-Request for 1st GCMS note: Oct 2020, received: Nov. 2020
-Request for 2nd GCMS notes: 18th may 2021, received: 21st June, 2021
-Applied for 1st TA: Jan 6th, 2021, refused: 15th Jan(based on expired medicals)
-Applied for 2nd and 3rd TA: No response
Travel documents required:
-Covid 19 test result(not more than 72hours to the day of arrival)
-ArriveCan receipt(download the app and fill within 72hours before your trip), print out the receipt and have a backup on your phone)
-marriage certificate(orig&photocopy),your spouse docs(study/work permit, I.D card, updated confirmation of enrolment etc), int. passport, hotel booking for quarantine(if you are not vaccinated), quarantine plan, P.O.E letter, GCMS note(I used this in place of T.A. the section that stated I qualify for T.A) and any other supporting document.

P.S:
T.A was only requested at MMIA but not mentioned at the point of entry, although this depends on the officer on duty. My spouse also contacted the MP twice to raise an enquiry which they did.

Most importantly, God hasn't forgotten you. You will need a very good dose of patience Pray for God's favour on your application and journey. It will end in praise and you will share your testimony soon

nochyks87:
Good day house. I am currently trying to figure out the exact meaning of this Gcms notes because its very confusing and I am also consulting with other people on it.

NOTE: In the application letter, there was never any mention of my spouse coming to VISIT me, however, there was clear indication of her applying for SOWP and the main purpose was family reunification.

Eilenora:
Update: I was at Ottawa yesterday and got the passport out same day. Thanks.

Eligibility also hasnt commenced on hubby's file since March when we put in the application.

It is well o

Stonehenge83:
Same here too. Medicals passed since May 19th. I'll just wait it out.

Eilenora:
Thanks so much. This helps a lot. Do you know if he has been able to get his passport back yet? They told me 4-6weeks when I called. Also does he know how the expedited works? When I called I was told the service wasnt available at this time but I suspect thats the official response they give everyone that asks but those that know how to get it do get it. I need that expedited to save hubbys application if not his SOWP wnt make sense at all. My permit expires this december.

Eilenora:
Thanks, thats what I decided to do, ride share. I have going sorted, i am 5hrs to Ottawa. Any idea how long it takes at the Embassy? This would help for proper planning for my return trip which has to be scheduled in advance.

JunieJ:
Hi everyone, I stumbled on this thread and I really love it, I've been denied study permit before, I'm about to start the process again, I'd really like pointers on what to do and what to avoid. Thanks in anticipation

Demmy10:
Hello guys,

I submitted my Application 19th of April, did my biometrics on the 23rd and it was uploaded same day.
Waiting for medical request, do you think it's the right time to send an E-mail to IRCC on an update on my application

dotoracs:
It's not less than $1,000 o!

happachris:
Not again oh. This is the first time�

I have more than enough funds and assets to show now. I am just curious if there is anything else I need to know.

Thank you boss

Lekiboboe:

While you await Hon. Akannitommy 's response, i would say, you have a good academic profile, coupled with your scientific publications.

At times/Most times, the reason most Prospective MSC/PHD applicants don't get response or get negative response from Professors is due to their ACADEMIC CV & their Cold Mail content (Mails sent to PROFESSORS to show interest in working in their research group/lab).

That being said, find attached a Document
Credits: Dr. Olumuyiwaayo of UBC, Canada

This document has a Highly Recommended Standard Academic CV & a non-generic , contextualised Cold mail template. This particular Academic CV and Cold Mail has successfully worked for many positively. That being said, use the attached ACADEMIC CV and Cold Mail template to revamp yours exactly the way it is.

In order to secure a potential supervisor (prof.), take your time & go through the contents in the link below , relate it to your field/Research Interests and do your due diligence

https://www.nairaland.com/6567181/canadian-student-visa-thread-part/175#102878887

Note: As a Prospective PHD student, don't limit yourself to one or five schools in Canada, widen your horizon as much as you can so you don't put all your eggs in one basket. There are loads of Canadian Universities with Fully-funded PHD research opportunities (OPOOOOR!!!!). That being said, check the link below for;

PHD in Medical Medical Microbiology & Immunology programs and Canadian Universities offering them (more than 10 Universities)
https://www.universitystudy.ca/search-programs/?k=Medical+microbiology&program_level_merged=Doctorate&program_language=ENGLISH

PHD in Parasitology and related programs & Canadian Universities offering them

PhD in Parasitology
McGill University, Quebec

PhD in gastrointestinal sciences
University of Calgary, Alberta

PhD - Pathology and Microbiology
University of Prince Edward Island, Prince Edward Island

I came across a post recently on TWITTER,
about PROFESSORS at the UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY, Canada who are looking for prospective MSC/PHD students, you might wanna check it out and see if there are Profs. whose Research Areas aligns with your Research Interests. If there is a match, do you due diligence on the Profs. you have a match with

https://vet.ucalgary.ca/future-students/graduate-students/graduate-student-positions

As a a Prospective STEM PH.D candidate, it's 75% certain you would be Fully-funded if a Prof. accepts you to his Laboratory/Research Group.

So against 2022, be very intentional about your PHD pursuit, & start now by doing serious research on Professors in Canadian Universities you have a match with (in terms of research) and use the above resources to package yourself before cold mailing them

ensamy:

Thanks alot @Akan, I wanted a response like this before going into details.
I have an M.Sc in Medical Microbiology and Parasitology from the university of Calabar with CGPA of 4.2/5.0 and an Bachelors degree in Medical laboratory science CGPA of 3.7/5.0.
My research interests is on Molecular sequencing of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. I àlso have two scientific publications on reputable international journals of high impact level. Though I have done some other work on molecular diagnosis.
My question is, many at times one doesn't get response from prospective PhD supervisors who may have interest towards my research interests.
Infact which universities do you suggest are easier for one to get a PhD supervisor with funding. Thank you.

ensamy:
Please can someone give me a guide on PhD program in Canada. Thanks

Fortuneforever:
But still be careful of "PM me" check their chat history to be sure they have been active and helpful to others here and even at that shine your eyes.

ananne:
Good afternoon,

Please kindky help, don't ignore.

Thanks to everyone who has provided information and keeps answering our numerous questions.

God bless you all.

Wify is 37 years old. She has an MBA from UNILAG majoring in marketing. Graduated 2019. She has over 5 years experience in sales. She is still in saleson a reputable organization.

We are looking at study options for her. The issue is finance and we are interested in schools that can provide some funding for her.

She wants to do an MSC in a business related course like marketing, management etc.

We need advice..

Based on her profile above, which courses will you advice her to do?

Which Canadian universities should she apply to where she can get some funding or a full scholarship for her programme?

We have a son who is two months old. Will she be allowed to travel with him for her studied?

What are her chances of getting and mission and a study visa?

2. I have an HND in microbiology plus a PGD in criminology. I work as a security professional. I am open to studying a security related course. Please can someone advice me on what to do.

Your answer will enable me decide if my I it my wife should apply for admission.

We intend to start applying for admission for the September 2022 intake.

I don't want to make mistakes. Please the gurus in the house should advice us.

Thank you.

Eilenora:
Hello All,
Anyone had a passport appointment with the Nigerian Embassy Ottawa yet? How do you travel to Ottawa? Same day or previous day?Road/train? How does it work when one gets there? Do you have to lodge in a hotel? I have an appoinment on Saturday, is this unusual?

Eilenora:
i am just in my 2nd term of year 1 of a 2 yr programme. PGWP is still far, i cant seem to connect the dots. Please clarify your point

Eilenora:
So will they give him 5 years TRV and duration of work permit at POE will then be tied to mine or will they give him just a few months on his TRV despite having a new 5years passport?

maralina:


You need a study permit to register in school fam, I graduated from humber college and a study permit is needed in order to register for classes.

Akannitommy:
Hi,

Congrats on your visa. How long it takes depends on the queue, the complexity of each matter and most importantly the CBSA officers in charge. It took sevreal hours (6-hrs I think) for me back in December 2020 because there were over a thousand people arriving at Montreal airport same day and/or about same time, I did. For some it took minutes from the time they clear the preliminaries to getting their study permit issued.

I think things are relaxed now unlike the peak of travel season when I landed but as covid-19 restrictions are relaxed, the summer wear on and fall approach, travel season will pick up once again.

Cheers

Queenmama03:
Hello all! I migrated to this thread after approval of my study permit Please I'm just wondering, for people who have to do a stop at Montréal or Toronto before getting to their final destination in Canada, at what point is the study permit given? Is it at your first port of entry or when you get to your final destination?

Typically how long does it take to get things sorted out at the airport (I.e immigration and all) ? please I need this info to make travel plans, thanks.

KikkyQ:
Could this really been an issue? If she has not done her biometrics, how can the former application be traced to her?

Teemenzo:
Thank you all, i really appreciate this. I'm not new to being scammed. Its already fashioned in the fabric of this nation which is one of the reasons we want to leave. No problems about getting the money back. I will get all necessary information and start afresh. Thanks guys

blackedwin:
I salute everyone,my wife was asked to send her passport 2weeks ago we just received a letter saying Visa would be issued on arrival. Pls house what happens on arrival and what documents would she have to go with to convince the immigration officer at the POE.

SweetJJ:
This is where you need to work. We cannot really help you since we do not know if you are going for Bsc, msc,PhD, pgd, Etc. Use Google and do school search of the course you want to study.

While doing so, bear the tuition ( as per your budget), and other things in mind. Get admission then come back to this thread for study permit advice. I guess there is another thread for admission.

Then use the search button and search for documents for study permit. Feel free to ask your question if you get confused along the line. For now, I would say, do your homework. Success in your search.

1Girllykdat:
Hello everyone. Please I'm in a fix & I need your advice .

Prior to my application for a research-based msc programme in Canada, I reached out to a prof who confirmed she'd be taking in 2 graduate students and also confirmed that our research interests aligned but wouldn't take anybody yet till the academic committee and potential supervisors reviewed all applications.

4 months after applying (may 2021), I heard nothing from the school. So, I mailed the graduate co-ordinator inquiring about the outcome of my application and the professor replied instead.

The prof told me she was finalizing her research group for fall and asked if I'd be able to talk over zoom. We had the meeting and we talked about my research proposal and said she'd be taking me in and giving me the emails of her other students and would speak to the graduate co-ordinator about funding as I am an international student.


With her word, I assumed I was in only for me to again mail the graduate co-ordinator in June (as time for visa application was going) and then be told the prof isn't taking in students again.

I was shocked and asked if there was a mix-up. I mailed the supervisor and she said she was sorry and that I misunderstood her. That she was torn as I am an excellent fit for her lab but that she is already taking in 2 phd students and now at her maximum capacity.

I mailed the graduate co-ordinator and asked if it was possible to switch to course work instead. She said that though my application had already been denied (cos of the prof), I would be considered.

But now the thing is next week is July and I don't even know when I would hear from the school. Plus neither I nor my close relatives have my school fees. I thought I would get in through research which is why I applied for only research programmes.

I met the minimum requirement of 75% btw . Had 82% in undergrad.

Does anybody have an idea how I can "appeal" to the professor or go about the situation?