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Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 10:05pm On Jun 04, 2022
@Ebi1 Please has there been any update? someone I know is in a similar situation

Ebi1:
hmmm... Administrative processing...
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by cinammon(f): 5:36am On May 04, 2022
Temas:



What side of BC are you headed. There is a Telegram group for BC residents.

I am heading to Vancouver. I’ll be grateful if you can help with the link if you have. Thank you
Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 21 by cinammon(f): 5:33am On May 04, 2022
Wealthh:

So you got ppr nd you couldn’t even posted it for the group to know...if not that coma don dey now,we won’t know...it’s funny how people gather knowledge here and later refuses to share their testimonies after getting what they want...Anyway,you would still get your visa with or without the slip...

Well apologies that you have arrived at that conclusion albeit not factual smiley
It’s my first time here so I am not familiar with the rules and mine is for work permit which was fully processed by the employer so the details might not be beneficial (I assume).
I just searched NL for temporary visa related groups, found this thread and thought to ask.

Thanks all the same.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 21 by cinammon(f): 9:32am On Apr 29, 2022
Please which of the vfs offices is it more advisable to submit passport to in terms of turn around time?

Thanks
Travel / Re: Living In Canada/Life As A Canadian Immigrant Part 2 by cinammon(f): 5:37pm On Apr 28, 2022
Agapemade:
good day house, please is there any whatsapp/telegram group for British Columbia folks. will appriciate any info please

Co-ask please

I am moving in June and all I have seen for now is what’s online. I will really appreciate being added to any group especially one with other Nigerians.

Thank you
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 6:26pm On Jul 08, 2021
cinammon:
Hello mamas and papas

Please can anyone recommend a lab on the island axis (Lagos) where i can do hormone profile test and TVS for a reasonable price. I have tried contacting a few i found on google and i am hearing price like N70k (sounds expensive, abi is this the normal range?). For now Union Diagnostics seem to be fair N21k for both test and scan but the reviews i am seeing on google is somehow lol.

Please help out, preferrably anywhere within the Lagos island/ V.I /Lekki axis.

Thank you!.

mamas and papas please help.... thank you
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 8:28am On Jul 08, 2021
Midex88:


How many months should pof be in the account

If you are topping up your POF from what you initially had, you can do that at anytime, there's no need for it to be there for a period of time before you can declare. All you need do is include details of the source of income to prove that its not borrowed.
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 9:44pm On Jul 07, 2021
Hello mamas and papas

Please can anyone recommend a lab on the island axis (Lagos) where i can do hormone profile test and TVS for a reasonable price. I have tried contacting a few i found on google and i am hearing price like N70k (sounds expensive, abi is this the normal range?). For now Union Diagnostics seem to be fair N21k for both test and scan but the reviews i am seeing on google is somehow lol.

Please help out, preferrably anywhere within the Lagos island/ V.I /Lekki axis.

Thank you!.
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 1:26pm On Jun 16, 2021
PETERANDRE:


thanks a lot for your response bro, I have done most of those and will do some for sure. obviously, the exam is for my taking, the medicals etc and police report etc.
what I need the agent is to follow up on the actual process and for him to let me know of what is required at every point in time.
also guide me on the right steps to take and each stages etc.

Well all the work arounds to gather your documents is really where the work is. Once you submit your application the rest is a waiting game, all communications after this will be to your mail. You probably think there's alot to the process but there really isnt if you have all that is required (and if you dont have all that is required, your agent cant source these things for you). You will spend money on an agent who you cant hold liable if they mess up your application so why not just read through the first page as it literally has most if not all the info your agent will supply you. What an agent can really do for you in this process is to tell you what to do, what if the info they supply is not accurate?!

You reserve the right to do what you want though so its up to you but all the people i know who have used agents ended up doing most of the work themselves because thats how the process is structured.

All the best.
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 1:29pm On Jun 11, 2021
buchhogonzalez:


Hello OP,

In 2015, I applied for a US visa which was granted however, I was deported at POE and banned from entering the U.S, reason for the ban been that I lied in my application.

Now, I want to know, what can I do about this and what other countries can I apply to?

I think the real question here is what is the intent of travel? what country can you apply to for what? if you are seeking to further your studies then you will not just be looking for what country, you will consider schools and their locations that best suite your study goals and financial capacity and that research is majorly yours to handle.

if you are looking at emigrating you equally have to do proper research on what and where works for you legally. The approach of asking people to recommend for you without you having any real intention may end up landing you another deportation.

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Travel / Re: Advice Migrating To The US by cinammon(f): 4:30pm On Jun 08, 2021
Ikea81:


Thanks for this information. think you are right , a former colleague did same. got there and married a citizen and now has his stay and working. Though he made about 3 trips back and forth before finally resigning to join someone he met on the trip. To be honest he is one of my motivating factors too, telling me with discipline in 4years he have been able to save up more than what we both worked 10years for.....and believe me thats something.

This is a huge decision you are about to make so i will advise that you really do proper research and assessment before you take a step. That friend who is saving 10 years worth of work in 4 years may be exxagerating. The life is good outside but the cost of living is very high as well. Your friend's 4years savings might be much in Naira but may not so much over there. Your annual rent in Nigeria is likely to be about one month rent over there. This is not to say that life is not rosy abroad o, its to say that it is definitely not all too easy especially since you have kids here to cater for.

After considering all the factors involved, please opt for a LEGAL migration route. I'm not sure that with the current immigration laws you can file for spousal visa in the US and that takes some time to even process. You will also not be able to do any reputable job without a legal status. So this your plan of going on a visitor's visa (without even considering the fact that it is illegal) will most definitely rob you of your peace of mind. Overstaying your visa will affect your future visa applicaitions, it also means that you may not see your family in a very very long time because coming back home means you cant return to the states.

There are a number of countries welcoming immigrants legally, do your research and go for one that suits your goals and plans. You dont want to be dealing with immigration issues at a time when you should be living your best life.

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Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 11:24pm On Jun 04, 2021
Sony96:


It very sad, I understand your pain, thank God for the mama here who advised me to stop vit c that period, since there are many follicles on scan it may indicate pcos, again having missed period for long is also a sign, if you add weight without knowing how and it is difficult to loose weight, acne, gut imbalance etc, these are all symptoms of pcos, go for for test to know what is really wrong, I don’t think clomid causes hormonal imbalance, it main function is to cause follicle growth and maturation, and some of us are resistant to it because of PCOS, I will advise you go for further test

Thanks mama. I know its not medically documented about clomid distorting hormones but from researching i find that quite a number of women have reported similar experience after using clomid, because of the interaction with hormones.
I will definitely carry out tests to know what exactly is going on. I appreciate your contribution.
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 3:02pm On Jun 04, 2021
Sony96:


Yes mama, mine was cause of vitamin C I guess, AF came 2 days after I stop vitamin c. My diagnosis is pcos, if it is same with yours you can use inositol, I heard it works for irregular period.

aww lucky you. If anyone told me AF will be something i'd worry about before i would have laughed. Its the companion we dont want to have but hate to miss if not pregnant. lol. It is well
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 2:59pm On Jun 04, 2021
Jellos:
February till date is a long time. What fertility test have you done lately?

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Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 7:53pm On Jun 03, 2021
Sony96:
Please mamas help me out, I don’t know if letrozole delays AF
My doctor placed me on letrozole 5mg cd 2-6
Had a trigger shot on cday 15 after seeing a mature follicle of 22mm, 20mm, 23mm respectively, also I am metformin 1000mg daily divided doses for a month plus now, I have done 2 pt strip test and both bfn on cycle day 25 and 28, today is cycle day 31, my period is usually not late and it has always been 28days, I this I had cramp for 3days and it stopped yesterday, I am confused and anxious

Hi mama

Did you end up getting it back? I was placed on CLOMID in February and a trigger shot. Since that month AF has not shown sad Gynae palced me on Primolut to push AF out, still no show. I took dong quai, back cohosh and motherwort (all chinese herbs) still nothing yet. Sigh
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 11:25am On Jun 03, 2021
Hello mamas

Please has anyone used any medication for fibroid that worked fine and got rid of the tumors? I have a close relative that has been dealing with fibroid and is scared of surgery. Thought i should ask here.

Thanks in advance
Jobs/Vacancies / Re: Should I Take The Club Job? by cinammon(f): 10:40pm On May 29, 2021
I strongly will advise that you do not take the Job. What if this is God testing you?! Yes potential connections but there are no guarantees .
What is guaranteed is that your faith will be TESTED daily. Another thing is, that’s not an environment that edifies God, so for you to be there daily is to take yourself away from God. You will see and be exposed to a lot of things (crime inclusive) that go against Gods word and you’d be forced to get accustomed. So whether you indulge or not, you gradually go against 2Cor 6:14. What shall it profit a man to gain the whole world and loose his own soul?!

*True Story* - A very close family member got the same type of job, pay was good. The type of connections that were coming at him were highly placed women (Married and Single) in their numbers everyday. All kinds of women will throw themselves at you whether you are attractive or not. Did he make some cool cash? Yes, did he make connections? Yes. Guess what he ended up with; *HIV*. This is someone who is the most careful person I know and yet this is his story today.

Before you take the opinion of the majority asking you to go for it, scout for people who actually do this kind of jobs and ask for what it really entails cos if you choose the option of testing the waters you may drown before you realize it.

I wish you all the best.
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 5:02pm On May 28, 2021
Hi People,

Please i have a quick question with respect to FBI PCC.

I will be visiting the US in July and i also need to apply for the FBI PCC. I am contemplating on whether to apply when i get there or to apply from here and deal with courier and fingerprints hassle.

I have read the CIC requirement for countries you are no longer a resident: For any other country, the police certificate must be issued after the last time you stayed there for 6 months or more in a row.

So i take it that i should not have an issue obtaining my PCC when i go since its a month's trip. The last time I was there for more than 6 months was 2015.

I just want to reconfirm that this has not necesarily been flagged for anyone before. Thank you.
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 9:51am On May 27, 2021
dupsydooo:




Please are you saying he should have gotten the money in his accounts some months before sinp nominated him?

My second question is, can't he rally round for the money before 60days reach? Bec he didn't know he will get invitation to apply asap.......


Unlike me that's 67 and still not seeing invite from sinp yet

Its clearly stated there that funds must have been maintained in the account 3 month before Application is sent. Even if the application is sent on the 60th day, thats less than 3 months.
Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 5:51pm On May 25, 2021
Emmy2009:


Thanks a lot for your explanation. You've really calmed me down. Just one last thing. Should I save the money in my personal account or a sponsors account. If its mine, is my naira account good to go.
Thanks a lot for your reply

The funds have to be in your account. If you have anyone coming to canada with you, the funds can be in thier account but you will have to prove that you have full access to it. In your case, since you are a lone applicant it has to be in your account. Whatever currency your account is doesnt matter as long as the funds there are equivalent to the amount required as POF.

This POF thing in summary is that you are required to have a certain amount of money (per CIC website) to show YOU can fund yourself when you migrate. It cannot be borrowed (this is why it has to be in your name not any sponsor). To show proof of this fund, you will request for a letter from your bank which will state your present account balance and average balance for the last 6 months. Now what people do when they dont readily have this cash is to build their account. After getting ITA, you will need to submit the bank letter. If you are submiting your application today for example, your bank letter will show average balance from Dec 2020 - May 2021, thats 6 months. Within this 6 months, if you have any bulk deposit it may appear as if you borrowed the money (which is unacceptable). So it means you will have to deal with proving the source of such funds to demonstrate that it is legally yours. This is why people choose to build their accounts before the 6 month period so that a steady balance is reported instead of having fluctuations. Fluctuations are allowed as long as the money is legally yours and not borrowed. Gift deed is an option when you are getting the funds from someone else and you need to show that it was not loaned. Note that this POF is required when you get ITA and when you are issued PR. So you must maintain this balance or more all through the application process since you cant tell when PR will come through.

From your initial questions, its clear you have not digested the whole process. All answers to your questions are on page one of this thread. I know you have heard this often and you may think its time wastage, but this whole immigration process is a personal journey so you really need to make time to digest all the info required, you will find that its actually easy and straight forward. Another thing is, any slight mistake can get your application rejected so if you keep relying on people's view instead of doing a self study you might be setting yourself up.

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Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 11:33pm On May 03, 2021
Naughtyvirgin:
if AFTER logging in using your GC Key and password successfully, you see the following message: "your account has been locked, you are no longer able to recover your account online":

1. Goto MYCIC ---> Register for a new GCKey.
2. Create new user ID (GC Key), password, new security questions.
3. Once your new account is created successfully, click on "Link Application to this account" button.
4. Use your existing EE Profile # or other personal details to fetch and link your earlier EE profile/applications.

I hope this helps.



Thanks. I already saw this exact response on canadavisa.com posted in 2018, i did my research before coming here. It appears that this route was nt successful for a lot of people thats why i came here to ask for guidance from anyone who has had a personal experience and got it resolved.

Please i'll really appreciate help from anyone who has been able to recover their express entry account after it got locked due to security question issues. Thank you

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Travel / Re: Canadian Express Entry/federal Skilled Workers Program - Connect Here Part 10 by cinammon(f): 11:05pm On Apr 28, 2021
Hello guys,

Please i need some assistance. I tried signing into my express entry profile and i somehow mixed up the answers to the security questions and got locked out. This happened about a week ago. I thought to give it some time but i just tried again today i am still getting the same feedback that i am locked out and will not be able to recover the account. embarassed cry

Please does anyone know how i can recover my account? i will grately appreciate it.

Thank you.
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 4:48pm On Apr 08, 2021
Tripletwins222:



It is well ma'am.

In addition to what the other mama said,
for your period, try dong quai and vitex. Both of them will not only bring back your period, but will also normalize and regularize it. Vitex also balances hormones and promotes regular ovulation.

To confirm ovulation, track with Opk and Basal body temperature thermometer. The Opk helps to pinpoint the exact time within your fertile window when you're likely to ovulate but it doesn't confirm if ovulation actually happened. Use BBT thermometer to confirm if ovulation actually happened. Your BBT spikes shortly after ovulation indicating that ovulation actually occurred. Progesterone level rises after ovulation and that is what causes the BBT to spike.

You can also confirm ovulation by follicular tracking or going for progesterone test few days after ovulation.

Ah! thank you mama! i will look into these tips. i am grateful.
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 4:46pm On Apr 08, 2021
Tutu82:
Do you feel hot flushes or really bad headaches/migraines?.If you do then disregard my earlier advice and don’t wait as that would be menopause sneaking in as all our biological clocks ticking.

At all o. i dont have none of those. Thank you!
Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 2:21pm On Apr 08, 2021
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Health / Re: Trying To Conceive A Child? TTC by cinammon(f): 12:46pm On Apr 08, 2021
Hello mamas

Please i need some guidance. I had always had a very regular circle and flow since i started menstruating, i have also had two babies with no issues or complication. We recently started TTC for our third in January and all of a sudden my period didnt show up in February. On the day it was supposed to start i only saw blood when i wiped for just one day, there was no flow, not even a drop. Pregnancy test was negative too. I wasnt too bothered, i also tracked my ovulation that month and i got very strong positives mid circle. After TWW of that circle, PT was negative as well however my flow still did not come. It repeated the same thing as february with only blood stain when i wiped and only for one day.

Ater this 2nd cycle, i went to see my Doctor and she prescribed Primolut N. After taking the Primolut i still did not bleed. It was just the same blood stain after wiping. No recent weight gain/ loss, i dont think i am stressed and my hormone tests are fine.

I am really clueless as to what is going on or what to do. I just want my flow back or atleast get some assurance that even without the flow, ovulation is still happening.

Has anyone had their periods stop suddenly? how were you able to get it back? I know positive OPK doesnt confirm ovulation actually happened, how do i really confirm if i am ovulating? my Doctor wants me to keep trying for another 3 months before any intervention but I dont want to go on a TTC journey when i am infact not ovulating. Please help recommend how i can get my periods back or how to confirm if i am actually ovulating
Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 4:35pm On Mar 16, 2020
johnJS:


Hello Cinammon. my congratulations to you. Wish I was in your shoes with the whole process already successfully behind me smiley
I will be applying together with my wife. Did your husband act as your sponsor? Our salary figures are the same as yours so I am wondering whether I need to sponsor my wife. In the past she has applied as self sponsor but since we are applying together I wonder. Since we got married we have taken every overseas trip together but we have both applied separately in the past and been granted US visas at least 3ce each but this is the first time our renewals are coming up at the same time.
Responses from the house in general are also much welcome and appreciated
Hi John. Thankss! I filled myself as sponsor on my DS-160 and my Husband as sponsor for himself and our Child. I had always filled my Husband as sponsor in the past but i just thought to change it (coming from a denial stand point i felt that that would demonstrate financial capability or 'ties' sort of). But again, i dont think that it would be a deal breaker either ways especially for you guys since its your first time applying together and no denial before.
Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 11:12am On Mar 08, 2020
AfonjaBoston:
@ cinnamon the way you are so excited your thanksgiving tomorrow for church go sweet Bishop for belle grin grin cheesy
Lol on top visa o. You need to change your church grin
Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 10:04am On Mar 08, 2020
smith042:
Gurus in the house I will be going for an interview on Thursday at Abuja for base on b1 b2 visa for conference I will like to know the type of questions to expect and how to answer them I will appreciate if someone help
Although conference as a reason for travel does not really hold water again, my advice is make sure you know every detail about the conference, the organizers, who is sponsoring, most importantly what you do and how the conference relates to what you do/ why the conference is really important to you. You have to really demonstrate why you need to attend the conference.
Memorize your ds-160 well. They may not ask you all the questions you need to be able to give all the details but you can maximize the opportunity of whatever you are asked to provide the necessary details while keeping it short and smart. You must know the cost of the conference especially if it’s self sponsored and other expenses you will incure because you may be asked, also know that your salary has to be proportional to the expenses you will be incurring.
Don’t go and be rambling in front of the VO. Be truthful all the way.
Good luck.
Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 9:50am On Mar 08, 2020
seyewest:


Congrats I'm happy for you.
Thank you!
Travel / Re: Give Birth In USA: Cost And Procedures Part 6 by cinammon(f): 1:17pm On Mar 07, 2020
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Travel / Re: USA Visit Visa Part 4 by cinammon(f): 1:02pm On Mar 07, 2020
cinammon:
Guysss I went for my interview today and I got my Visa!!!! I went last year to renew and I got denied. Don’t worry my transcript will come up in 3days grin grin
For now here’s the transcript I posted last year from the denial
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So here is my transcript***
My interview was scheduled for 8am Wednesday morning, I went with my Husband and baby. We got there and went through the queues and finally got to the waiting point to be assigned to a VO. The number of colored papers that were already flying around that early was discouraging but hubs stayed positive. We finally got to the front of the VO and the convo below was how it went:
VO: passports please
Me: hands over 3 passports
VO: scans our passports and takes quite some time reading on his screen (going through our applications I guess).
At this point I was starting to get nervous especially since I had been denied before but my husband stayed confident all through.
VO: where are you going to?
Hubs: Maryland to Visit my sister and holiday with the family.
VO: how long will you be spending?
Hubs: 4weeks, we plan to leave Nigeria on the ** of July.
VO: *quiet* scrolls again for sometime, looks up, goes back to his screen.
All this time I just tried to stay calm, not like I had a choice lol.
VO: what do you do for work?
Hubs: I am the head of ****** at *******, (goes further to explain what his role entailed) and my wife is an *****, she works with ******* (goes further to explain my role)
VO: how much do you earn monthly?
Hubs: I earn *******(7 figures) and my wife earns ****** (6 figures) monthly.
VO: you had your first baby in the US?
Hubs: yes
VO: do you have your receipts?
Hubs: yes (hands over hospital, pediatrician and doctor’s receipts)
Hubs: we made full payment through insurance (hands over insurance card)
My husband’s HMO is CIGNA, provided by his employer.
VO: (goes through all the papers) was there any out of pocket payment?
Hubs: No, it was fully paid for by insurance.
VO: how old is your baby? (Looking towards my baby in hand)
Hubs: she is 10 months old, she was born on the 27th of April
VO: (goes back to his screen and scrolls through again)
in my last interview I had mentioned that I applied for the visa to go have my baby but my baby came early before my appointment date and my appointment was on the 30th of April, so I guess he was trying to count back to see if my story at the time was true.
I also believe that the VO who denied me before was not convinced that I had given birth then seeing my tummy was still big lol. She must have thought that I was still pregnant and was trying to evade defending financial capability for child birth.
VO: do you plan to incure any medical expenses on this trip?
Both of us: NO
VO: have you been to China before?
Hubs: yes I was in China twice last year.
VO: when?
Hubs: err I may have to check my passport, I can’t remember exactly but it was in August. I spoke up saying it was April and June and my husband and I went back and forth a bit lol.
VO: let me just. Check your passport.
(Checks and looks back up) she was correct.
Hubs: (smiles) she knows these things better than I do I have to admit.
VO: (smiles) Ok, everything looks good so I will be issuing your visas. Please pick up in 3 business days (hands us the white paper) you can go and make payment to the cashier.
The excitement was not of this world lol nobody likes being rejected.
*just to add* my husband is a frequent traveler and has been to the US multiple times, he did his MBA in the US too. Even though we were not asked for travel history.
Then again Hubs answered questions in full and confidently that even I myself was amused. He handled it like it was nothing.
If I want to really put a pin on what worked, because the VO really took the little time he had to drill through our application, it would be that my husband’s profile was strong.
Then again there were many people there who from their interview had strong profiles too but got denied maybe they were not convincing enough?! I cannot really say. For mums who have had babies in the US, always make sure you have your receipts.
There was a family who was denied, their son had a US passport and was 8years old but they did not have medical receipts. They were denied.
please try to also answer questions fully, don’t just drop one word answers. Ensure your answers align with what you have filled in your application, you can always save out a copy of your application and go through it before your interview. Pray for Favour too.
Good luck.

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