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Harinola44:
Most of the universities in Canada are not accepting HND
I have reached out to many universities they are saying I must have Bsc degree. 🥹🥹

What will you advice me to do please I need your help 🙏🏼🙏🏼

What is your Aim of going to school and picking a masters program ?

ATTAHDYE:
The only school I see doing and MA in Linguistic is UoO and they have an application fee.

Plight21, since Canada introduced the Express Entry system on January 31, 2015, there has never been a dedicated draw for people simply because they have a degree in Linguistics, apart from the French-language category, which is a different matter

The period under Justin Trudeau, especially during COVID, created opportunities for people with Canadian work experience and Canadian education who had very low score as low as 75 to receive invitations through draws that were much more favourable to them. That period is over.

No province has a dedicated in-demand immigration stream specifically targeting people who studied Linguistics, so you should not assume that you will get a PNP nomination based on that qualification.

If you have been following the news, you will see that since 2024, Canada has increasingly focused on category-based draws targeting specific labour market needs. French-language proficiency is one of the exceptions that can create additional opportunities

Please do your research before spending your money to come to Canada to study Linguistics..not only canada it applies to weatern countries

with your lingustics background look at social services occupations program so you can work as a ( Social and community service workers 42201 or Social workers 41300)

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/ministerial-instructions/express-entry-rounds.html#wb-auto-4

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/immigrate-canada/express-entry/rounds-invitations/category-based-selection.html

Plight21:
Are you in 🇨🇦 ?

Though, I am currently looking for funding in Canada...

Yes I am

funding is another long thing posible but mostly via phd or research masters

Plight21:
Linguistics

Coming to Canada in 2027 to study Linguistics?

Please, I’m not hating ooo, but honestly, don’t waste your money There are better things you can invest that money in

Before you spend thousands of dollars on tuition and living expenses, please make sure the programme is worth the investment and aligns with your long-term career goals I am sure one of your goal is to get PR right ?

do you read write hear and speak french ? if not abort mission

ATTAHDYE:
You can see one from the screenshot I shared.

We can help him further if he tells us what program he is interested and we can check if there are schools that offer admission application fee waivers in Canada.

Plight21 what program are you looking at?

ATTAHDYE:
What I post is not for student who have already enrolled and applying for a second program.

It is for someone in Nigeria today who want to start his admission process. Schools provide these application fee waivers as part of their marketing drive.

For UK, it is very hard to see school charge admission application fee, in Canada some charge admission application fee, while other do not.

Humber college just happened to be the first on the list of schools that have admission application fee from the search that I ran for PG/Business programs in Colleges - there are several others depending on what you are looking for.

to help Plight21 better can you mention one school that does not charge admission application fee for international students not already in the country or in the school?

ATTAHDYE:
Some Canadian school do give application fee waivers from time to time. And there are several of them running right now.

Depending on the school and program you're applying to, you may find some that require payment of application fee while others waiver it 100%.

Attached is a screenshot from our app, there 44 postgraduate business programs that currently have application fee waiver.

Plight21, just to add to what ATTAHDYE is saying and help you understand the type of application fee waivers these schools offer: they are usually for students who are already enrolled in a programme at the school and want to apply for a second programme within the same institution.

In that case, you may qualify for an application fee waiver, but it does not apply to you because you are a new student already in canada.. you are not in canada so it does not apply to you

Some schools may also credit your application fee towards your tuition after you receive an admission offer.

https://humber.my.site.com/EnrolmentandAdmissions/s/apply#inside

https://humber.ca/international/admissions-financial-aid/how-to-apply/applying-inside-canada

fascodagama:
Good day. Could you please advise me on planning to apply for another Canadian tourist visa with my new passport of mine, however, I still have few months validity on the old visa (Till January). I plan to travel mid-February for a week. For someone with a considerable good travel history and valid US, UK visa, is this a problem or OK to go ahead. Or do you think I have to wait until the old visa expires. My consideration is the delay that is usually experienced when it comes to Canadian tourist visa? Thanks!

I don't speak on things I don't know, so in this case, I don't know the answer. Please, does anyone have an answer for him?

However, one thing I know about Canada is that you generally don't have to wait until your existing visa expires before applying for another one..

If you've used your existing visa properly and complied with its conditions, that's a positive factor when reapplying as you may qualify for faster processing under IRCC’s CAN+ program... so make your choice

Plight21:
Just joining this thread.

Canadian schools don't give application fee waiver...Pls, is there anyone here who's in Canada presently that can give info on how to go about the fee waiver before applying?
Thanks.

Like the application fee? You want the application fee to be waived before you apply to a school?

Well, you're looking for something that's quite difficult to find. Canadian schools make money from international students, and application fees are one of their revenue sources.

Some schools may credit it toward your tuition after you receive an admission offer, but this is not the case with every school

For schools, application fees are a cash cow. They collect application fees from many applicants, admit some of them, and end up with more applicants than they can accommodate. and even reject so many more like a course of 500 new students they will collect 10,000 application at $100 a person thats sweet easy $1,000,000CAD

If you don't want to waste money on application fees and want to improve your chances of getting admission, focus on schools with relatively high acceptance rates for international students and programmes where you meet the admission requirements

https://bemoacademicconsulting.com/blog/university-acceptance-rates-canada

Don't just apply to any school because the application fee is cheap or waived. Make sure the school and programme are worth your money, especially if your ultimate goal is to study in Canada and qualify for a post-graduation work permit https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/prepare/designated-learning-institutions-list.html

Leggitearning:
@DemmyDD, adding to what amnotapervert and Predator188 said, one cost people always forget na winter clothes for the kids. Pikin no fit manage with one jacket for Canada cold, e dey need proper layers (thermals, warm jacket, boots, gloves, hat), and dem dey outgrow am quick. Put am for your budget from now so e no jam you after you land. Wishing you the best, God go make way for you and the children! 🙏

Clothing is not the problem. Housing, daycare, before- and after-school care, and feeding are the main expenses when raising kids. Once Upon a Child and Value Village can help young families save money on clothes because children grow so fast.

Its not as easy coming with kids as she might think its not at all

Predator188:
Yes you can bring kids and plan how to manage them while studying, you must plan ahead for day care in advance if the children needs day care...
The program will require practical they may schedule practical at the hospital during night time when all day care is closed,then you may need to find private individual for childs care.

DemmyDD Predator188 is right Just understand the costs involved so you can plan more realistically....its not as easy as you think but its possible but expensive also

Daycare can have a waiting list of several months, sometimes around 8 months. Even if your kids are school aged and don't need daycare, you may still need before and after school care because most schools close around 3 p.m. which cost money and as a student you do not have that extra money except you do ...

Just plan properly and factor these costs into your budget before moving.

DemmyDD:
. Thank you so much. U really understood me because I want real experience in my situation. Thanks for your time. Also, I already forgot my application number and I will need for my GCMS. Any solution pls?

I do not know how else you can get your past application number but you have to somehow finds it

DemmyDD:
Good morning house. Pls don’t tell me I should used ChatGPT for my question plsssss. Actually am considering Diploma in Nursing or Bsc. Can u advice me on the one to pick. My priority is the one my family can go with me and the that qualifies me and my husband PR thereafter. Third. I wanted to request for my GCMS but I have forgotten my application ID Username and Password. I didn’t not keep the banned letter that time because I was so furious that time.

Okay, so the reason people keep saying you should use ChatGPT is that it has access to a lot of information. But the truth is, the kind of answer you get depends on how you ask your question...Are you asking it the right question?

Anyway, I understand that you want to hear from people with real-life experience, so let me share my own advice.. from emails I get from countless people

First, if your plan is to bring a family member to Canada, it can only be a husband Because for him to qualify for a spousal open work permit, you need to meet the requirements as a spouse or common-law partner. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/help-your-spouse-common-law-partner-work-canada.html

In that case, a BSc in Nursing may be a better option to explore, provided you meet the current requirements. A nursing diploma does not automatically qualify your spouse or common-law partner for an open work permit. Certain master's programmes may also qualify, depending on the programme and current IRCC rules.

Also bringing a family member means you need additional proof of funds $29,192 for living expenses, on top of your tuition and other expenses. https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents/financial-support.html

BSc Nursing is not cheap in most schools, so please make sure your finances are solid before committing to this plan.

As for PR, nobody can guarantee you anything. It can be a long journey, and immigration rules can change. However, nursing can give you an advantage because some healthcare occupations qualify under category-based selection, provided you meet the applicable requirements.

Lastly Please, do everything possible to obtain your GCMS notes and find out exactly what happened.

I have seen cases where people received five-year bans and later discovered that the Facebook agent who handled their application had entered all sorts of rubbish. Some people found out that their employment details had been changed or extra work experience had been added. I have even heard cases where an agent claimed someone had a husband when the person was not even married! Very funny I have seen it all 😂

The problem is that you may not know what these Facebook agents submitted on your behalf until it is too late. And whatever false information they put in your application can come back to haunt you when applying for another visa or even PR years later.

Maybe it was the fake POF that caused your problem, but you cannot just assume that was the only issue. You need to understand the full picture before deciding what to do next.

If the problem was limited to a fake bank statement, your options may be different from a situation where the agent also fabricated employment history, marital status or other information.

Depending on what the notes reveal, you may be able to handle things yourself.

But if there are multiple false declarations or serious misrepresentations, consult an immigration lawyer or an RCIC before making another move. immigration lawyers and RCICs are not cheap ooooo

Please, I beg you, stop using agents who promise to help you secure a visa with fake proof of funds.

do not even use agent at all You can do it all by yourself.

If you do not qualify for a visa yet, do not use fake documents from an agent or a bank manager or any Bulk Deposit. It is simply not worth it.

It is better to apply yourself, get a refusal if necessary, improve your application, and keep trying when your circumstances change than to risk a five-year ban for misrepresentation.

PLEASE, I TAKE GOD BEG YOU! 🙏

Coming back from a five-year ban is not cheap, easy, or straightforward. You may need a licensed immigration consultant RCIC or an immigration lawyer to help you navigate the process, and even then, there is no guarantee of success.

The road back is much longer than you think and not worth it

Do not let desperation for a visa today destroy your immigration opportunities tomorrow. If you are not qualified yet, take your time, put your documents in order, and apply when you are ready.

A visa refusal is painful, but the consequences of submitting fake documents can be far worse

DemmyDD:
. The banned is as a result of financial misappropriation. My agent used a fake statement. Pls how can I apply for my GCMS note. Pls share the link if u have. Thank you so much. I appreciate

Man, I’m so sorry about that.

First, you need to request your GCMS notes to understand the complete story behind your application. Once you receive them, go through them carefully to identify any other false information the Facebook agent may have submitted to IRCC without your knowledge

Moving forward, once you have all the information at hand, you should contact a licensed Canadian immigration consultant RCIC or a Canadian immigration lawyer.( They are not cheap in anyway)

The reason I’m recommending professional help is that you’re dealing with a 5 year ban related to financial misrepresentation. This is a serious matter, and I wouldn’t advise trying to navigate it entirely on your own.

Yes, you can use ChatGPT to ask questions, understand your GCMS notes, and get feedback. However, given the circumstances surrounding your previous ban, you need a qualified professional to assess your case and advise you on the best way forward...

Look at it this way its like a husband that is going back to his wife after impregnating the house help you can not go own your own you need to carry family members ( elders) to guide you through the forgiveness process...

When you apply again, IRCC may carefully scrutinize your previous immigration history, including the circumstances that led to the ban. It might seem harsh, but that is the reality of your situation.

My advice is simple: get your GCMS notes first. Understand exactly what happened before taking any further steps.

https://gcms-notes.ca/

DemmyDD:
Hi everyone, please I need your advice. I received a five-year ban from applying for a Canadian visa, which is due to expire in February next year.

When do you think I can start preparing and reapply? Would you recommend getting an immigration lawyer to assist with my application, considering my previous refusal and ban? If so, could you please recommend a reputable and experienced Canadian immigration lawyer who handles cases like mine?

I would really appreciate your advice and recommendations. Thank you!

what was the reason for your 5 years ban ?

and have you gotten the GCMS Note from that Ban application to have a full picture of what you are looking at?

Eriokanmi:
last year. Meanwhile I'd been to the US multiple times, Canada too

You see why I always ask for context? You have experience applying and reapplying for both U.S. and Canadian visas.

You are not the average person applying for a visa for the first time. Even for a single applicant, ₦11 million or ₦14 million is not enough money in 2026 to comfortably plan a first-time trip to Canada without having previously held a Canadian or U.S. visa.

If you hold a valid U.S. non-immigrant visa or have held a Canadian visa within the last 10 years, you may qualify for faster processing under IRCC’s CAN+ program.

The IRCC portal basically works like an IF–ELSE statement the documents it asks for depend entirely on the information you input.

In such cases, IRCC may not require as much supporting documentation when you answer yes to have you gotten a Canadian visa in the past 10 years sometimes the option to provide proof of funds, including bank statements.in no longer available you can add it as additional documents

That is why context matters. Your situation is different from that of someone applying for a Canadian visitor visa for the first time without any previous Canadian or U.S. visa history.

Eriokanmi:
Having read the emboldened, I didnt bother stressing it. Afterall its your opinion as you said. Depending on their length of stay, 10m naira in their account is ok. I spend 12-15 days each time with my family of 5, including myself and the highest credit balance in my account I had ever submitted was 11m naira.

There was a time I was to travel alone and I presented 2,600 usd as my balance, my visa was approved. It's not just the balance you had in your bank account that matters. A lot of other factors are being considered...travel history, how well is the account run, etc. The total amount of credits on the account I presented with the 11m plus balance was about 60m and in 3 months.

I loved more context You said the highest credit balance in my account I had ever submitted was 11m naira.

what year was this ?

Chigbo55:
I was refused due to insufficient source and availability of funds

You do not need to upload the previous refusal letter. You only need to confirm that you have had a previous refusal.

However, in your current Proof of Funds letter, you need to explain the source of the funds and provide all the supporting documents to back up your explanation. You also need to demonstrate that the money is genuinely available to you whenever you need it for your studies.

One of the best ways to demonstrate the availability of the funds is to pay your acceptance fee from the same account you are using as your POF. You can then explain in your letter that the funds in the account came from your business and that you have access to the money, as demonstrated by the fact that you used part of it to pay your acceptance fee.

Based on what you have said about your previous refusal, I think IRCC may be satisfied with the amount you have as POF. The issue may be that you did not adequately explain the source of the funds and their availability to you.

I hope you understand that insufficient proof of the source of funds and insufficient proof of the availability of funds are two different things.

IRCC may not understand where your POF came from, and they may also doubt whether the money is genuinely available to you when you need it. These are two separate concerns that you need to address in your application.

Some people will say put your POF in a GIC Account but that's not guaranteed if you show the right documentation of ownership of account in your Nigerians bank POF you will be good

Before you submitted try to answer this questions for IRCC

How did you get the money you are using as POF?

When you received your admission, did you pay your acceptance fee from the same account you are using as your POF?

Chigbo55:
Am Reapplying for a study permit, should I attach my previous refusal letter in the client information section together with supporting documents? Is it advisable?

Generally you do not need to

You just need to confirm your previous refusal but Curious before I confirm what was the reason for your refusal ?

samadola111:
Do we have any active WhatsApp group for students moving into Canada so they can share information and meet possible friends in the country

when you reach canada you will make alot of Nigerian friends in your class and even in your city

We do not encourage WhatsApp or Telegram groups because they can become breeding grounds for people looking to make money/ Scam desperate prospective students.

You may have a genuine intention and a good heart when opening or looking for a group , but not everyone shares your mindset. Some people are only interested in making a quick buck.

There are lots of people selling fake ideas, and the risk of people selling Proof of Funds services is high in these groups. When people become desperate, they can easily fall into different traps

Nairaland has a way of tracking users' accounts, making it easier to call out fraudsters and expose their lies quickly.

When a person reaches a point of sheer desperation, the mind's normal boundaries, fears, and logical constraints often vanish.

You can join any group you want, but PLEASE be VERY, VERY careful.

Afritop:
Its more than 15 years ago that I have a bachelor's degree in Economics and ACCA diploma in accounting and business. I have gotten admission for a diploma in social service worker in a Canadian college. As I am above 40 years can my visa application be denied at the embassy given my choice for a diploma program

Getting admission is never the problem. Schools are looking for international students' money, and going back to school at 40 is not a problem either. The Western world values upskilling and improving your educational qualifications.

Your only challenge in this journey is explaining to IRCC why an economist, a licensed ACCA accountant, and a business owner with 15 years of work experience suddenly wants to study Social Service Worker in Canada.

IRCC understands that your main reason for choosing Social Service Worker may not be a newfound passion for social work, but rather the fact that the occupation is currently in demand, just like healthcare. And there is nothing wrong with choosing a career because of its demand. In fact, the average age of Canadian social and community service workers is around 41, so being 40 is not the issue.

What I see here is that your biggest challenge is explaining the career transition. After spending years earning a BSc in Economics, obtaining your ACCA qualification, and working as an accountant for 15 years, why do you suddenly want to switch to Social and Community Service Work?

If you can convincingly explain to IRCC that transition and demonstrate how the program fits into your career plans, you are in a much better position. If you cannot, that is where the problem lies.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/corporate/mandate/policies-operational-instructions-agreements/ministerial-instructions/express-entry-rounds.html

PhdCloakRoom:
I did not attack people . Abudu lie exposed all your scams and in order for him to not continue you became his ally 😀

By the above fact I have to come in and rescue innocent people so that they won't beleive that you guys are truly in Canada. Mind you. Both of you were still in secondary school when I have being practising my consultation work. I work majorly with people you dont even have access to.

Hahahahahhaha ok

PhdCloakRoom:
It was meant for Abudu lie. Not you. He should go to any of the aforementioned offices or group as a fresh student in Canada for updated information. A true fresh student in Canada will not be here 24/7.

ok Anyways, stop attacking people I know. We have stopped your business here (link in bio), but you are very good at derailing the thread. PLEASE stop

Abbby1212:
I currently have an admission to study in Canada and I have started the visa application.

My proof of funds is a lump sum amount of money gotten from non-relative and the money is in my naira account which was sent a month ago.

Can I upload that for my visa application or I should consider other options?

Please I need advice on how to restructure my funds before uploading any proof of funds document.

Lump sum Is already a red flag how do you want to explain to IRCC you got that money?

PhdCloakRoom:
Stop talking like a parrot into every subjects. It keep exposing your lies the more.

No one can enlight any fresh students in Canada than his or her admission Counselor or the International admissions office for recent and updated information. There is also African, Asian, etc freshers group you can go to. Stop fooling yourself on Nairaland.

OK Sir

anyways everyone else should ready my Bio copy and paste the link for better understanding

AbelAbdul:
what bio? And what do i missed?

Copy the link and read it to get a better understanding..

Bio Updated I think you missed it AbelAbdul

Serotype:
College Boreal is yet to approve my admission application

What should I do please

🥺🙏amnotapervert abelabdul

I do not know about individual schools timeline, but my advice is to apply to at least 2 schools that have a high chance of giving you admission after your are good with the program and the fee and you have confirmed it will give you PGWP after studies

You cannot put all your eggs in one basket. Normally, for school admission, check Reddit.

There is a subreddit and some schools also have Reddit pages where international students discuss the admission process.

Anyway, I wish you all the best. I hope the schools get back to you on time.

Question: When did you apply and for what session and program?

palaurry:
35 years .

If you do not mind can you say the program you are going for and what your BSc was in ?

palaurry:
thanks and well noted. kindly advice further on the POF with information provided.

am I good to go with 24k cad POF and school fee balance (to be paid soon) or I need to make other financial additions.

No 24k cad is not good enought

IRCC wants to see Raw cash of about 50K CAD in your case for you money ready to spend If you do not mind how old are you ?

palaurry:
thanks much.

24k cad available for myself alone.

school fee is 20,600 and program is just a year.... 5k is deposited remaining a balance of 15,600 cad.

kindly guide on how to perfect this and how to explain in SOP.

Appreciate

Minmimun you should have as POF in your account is = $20,600 ( school fees) + $23,448 (iving expenses) + $5000 miscellaneous

$49,048 approximately $50,000 CAD

That’s the minimum you should have in Raw cash in an account. An investment certificate can be an additional source of funds, but it should not be the main one.