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Mamaroon:
Sooooo.......make curiosity no come keeelll cat

CE C1 CLB9 ( their daddy!!! ) 6 points
CO C1 CLB8 3 points
EE B2 CLB6 1 point
EO B2 CLB7 3 points

Taking a NL break y'all...so i can focus wella...

But thanks to you guys, especially my tutors/paddies NJ, DM, Bells, Scard, you are the real MVPs. All the best to everyone.

Let iron continue to scarpen iron o...we can do this...

Congrats @Mamaroon!
Aren't you tempted to have them look at your EE again? It's subjective - a new reader might score you differently.
I haven't seen anyone request a TEF remark - wanna show us how? :-)

ednut1:
my neighbors wife went to the uk aged 42 or so . Worked as a care worker ( running multiple shifts in different care homes) for 8 years. She is back to nigeria now as a big madam collecting rent from the houses she built. A 60 year old Nigerian can still hustle abeg. See an example below.

Thanks for sharing. A friend moved to Calgary last year @42. He got a job before he landed, which is a lot more than some 28yr olds can say.
I know of a 55yr old Egyptian who was head hunted to be a dean in an Ontario post-secondary college.
Some generalizations don't have much value.

Mamaroon:
situation haff enter critical mode...See one small "Idiots Guide to TEF" hat a kind soul shared with me.....focus was on EE as that was the problem area I approached them on, some have been mentioned already:

6. Finally, simplicity is key. Keep your phrases simple and concise, make your points clear, let one idea flow to the next, pay close attention to spellings, conjugations, genders and the likes, and everything will be fine. VERY IMPORTANT: please always take a minute or two after each write-up to proof read it. You'll be surprised at how many corrections you'll find yourself making. Even if you haven't finished writing the whole thing and you're running out of time, please stop and do your corrections. Better to write 75% accurately than 100% with errors. I personally tried to proof read after each paragraph and do a final check at the end."

I really like 6.
Saw a few errors when I cross checked. You can't over stress that point.

Plus, if I may just add, using reported speech in the fait divers test...I found those useful.
Best wishes to us all!

Bellerin:
Lovely lady from Abuja?

Errrr...na exam you go write ooo

Best wishes mate!

Bellerin:
Just retook the TEF at AF Ibadan...

CE: long texts (biere vert, pantheon, globe trotters, la Societe actuel)

EE: 1. Une biche dans un supermarche (wink wink mamaroon)
EE: 2. les pays ressemble a cause de tourisme

EO 1: Call someone so you can test video games
EO 2: Convince a friend to take up a service that proposes gym classes outside.

We'll see in 3 - 4 weeks. Was undecided about taking it but eventually made the trip...met cool people.

Cheers to y'all preparing. Bonne chance!

pejuhazel:
My sister I'm still waiting on AVO , thanks for checking. Once it lands, I'll make sure to come here and share the good news.

How come Accra is so quiet these days?

linkin8k:
Please forgive me if this is a foolish question, but can someone get nominated by a province directly from the Federal pool without even applying for a PNP?

Thanks

I believe you get invited to apply for nomination.

Mamaroon:
@DanMisla to confirm, but I believe you can indicate either language as your first....so you can input whichever one gives the higher CRS points. You've already proven all that there is to prove by getting the required scores in the 2 language tests...so......congrats in advance!

Just some detail on the CRS, the first language gives more points total of 128 with spouse than the second language total of 22 with spouse (plus 30 bonus points total of 52) so the 490 would suggest you did better in French than in the English test. Just cross check that all is in order and fire on.

Like others have said, it's no problem at all to put French first.
If your estimations are correct, @Jimiaries prepare your docs for ITA as 490 is quite assured.
Best wishes!

beges:
Thank you.how do a make booking please? Is there a number I can call?

Sorry...I didn't book. I did a walk in.

Jbelieve:
Did mine last year and I booked. Just to avoid stories that touch.

@Jbelieve might be able to help.

Jbelieve:
Did mine last year and I booked. Just to avoid stories that touch.

Oh ok. I hear if you just plan to get there early enough...no wahala. And that was my experience. Was done with the biometrics in under 30mins.

Jbelieve:
Yes you need to book and you can fly in and out of abuja same day.

Book for biometrics? Is that a recent thing?
It was just a walk in for me...

Mamaroon:
Mai broda...l am as ça va as can be under the circumstances......result neva show...thanks for checking

Nothing de happen! Let them take as long as they need to give you what you want...and more.

Maritee:
The full version of my PR Story!!!

On 15th of August, 2019, I woke to the 'Ready for Visa Mail' and was so overjoyed, grateful and full of thanks to God, coz if not for him on my side, this journey would have been fruitless. And so I would like to first give a big shout out to the Almighty for everything he has done for me thus far, Thank You Jesus!!!

Congrats!!!!
Great story...worth the wait. Best wishes.

Sandydav:
How the lesbians got PPR��
TIMELINE:
IELTS(ONCE) LSWR 8.5, 8, 7, 7.5
Spouse 3rd Attempt 8777(PA)
Spouse ECA: WES- Applied in May received July- B.A and CIPM
CSR: 454
ITA: 22nd Aug 2018
AOR: 5th Sept 2018
Med passed/Biometrics request: 28th September
Biometrics Completed: 28th September
ADR: Nov27th RPRF and Authorization to travel for dependent child.
ADR provided: Nov 29th
DEADLY SILENCE
ADR2: May 29th 2019 Interview Invite to Accra
Interview: June 13th
ADR3: June 14th
PPR: July 8th
Passport Submission: July 9th
Application Approved: July 22nd
COPR: July 29th
Type of Application: Common-Law
Family of 3.
VO: Initially Ottawa but transferred to Accra Feb 4th

P.S: If you are homophobic, your negative energy got nothing on me, I am going to Canada, I can’t be assed by your comment so don’t waste your time.

Big congrats and thanks for sharing your unique and fascinating story!
I think you and your family now live in a more accepting society and you have my best wishes.

Mamaroon:
Thanks bros.

Hmmm DM I don talk say I no enter NL again if no be you wey ask......

It was ok...that EE ehn..time seemed to just fly by...we'll see in 2 weeks hopefully.

Madame...ca va bien?
2 weeks never pass?
Those TEF folks back to bad behaviour eh?

Scbhoviv:
Good morning guys. So I had an ADR to submit and at the time I could not find any place holder on my account so I submitted via the webform, just for me to wake up this morning , checked my account and saw the placeholder with an overdue on it. So my question is what do I do. I'm trying to see if I said just go ahead and submit like that again or is the webform enough. I'm confused

The web form is usually sufficient. Did you get an acknowledgement of receipt from the VO?

You could still go ahead and submit via the placeholders in your account, if still possible.
I wouldn't worry about it.

kayvinci:
Hello guys, I need to clarify something. If i ask for a remark, is there a chance my band score could go lower than what I already have?

No. At least not with British Council.

Jennypharb1:
I have really been typing a PPR story for 10 months lol, and today I can finally share it. God is the greatest

ITA – 5th September 2018
CRS – 456
AOR – 8th October 2018
MEP – 7th November 2018
BIL – 7th November 2018 (Biometrics enrolled 8th November)
IP1 - I dunno
IP2 – 26th July 2019
Remedicals - 1st August 2019
Med passed - 4th August 2019
PPR - 8th August 2019

I'll be back with the full story

Cc: Topsmamen

Yay! We haven't seen many of these PPR announcements in a while, so big congratulations to you @Jennypharb1!
Do you know your VO?

ladymarshall:
Congratulations!!! Thanks for sharing! These days PPR stories are so scarce here we appreciate the little drops shared. I give you 8 plus 1 bonus mark for wetting the dryness of this thread you score 9/10.

All the best in Canny.

Feels like everyone in IRCC has gone on summer holidays.
Or they are processing study permits...
SMH.

Not sure of any interest, but last edition of The Economist magazine has this interesting report on Canada and its economy.
See https://www.economist.com/special-report/2019/07/25/redistribution-and-innovation-drive-canadas-changing-economy

Semilooore:
she should order gcms notes on her present application, will it reflect anything?

If at least 3 months post-AOR, there should be useful information there; perhaps even including comments by the first Reviewing Officer.

Semilooore:
this was the exact story she saw that started her worries. It is well, may God help her

Yes, I'd worry too if I were in her shoes. GCMS notes might help.

Semilooore:
Good morning all.. a colleague of mine is scared that she might be banned sometimes in 2015. She applied for student visa twice and got refusals. Pls am I right or should she really be worried

Perhaps she shouldn't be too worried. But instead worrying she could apply for GCMS notes - that might be useful.
Do you know what her ADR was for?
To be honest, it doesn't seem likely that there will be an ADR for someone who has been banned.

Leslie2755:
Hey guys!!!
Your number one silent member writes today!
The much awaited mail arrived 10.56pm Nigeria time.
Its been a very interested journey..

Best wishes to everyone waiting.
Hope to hear the good news soon.
Leslie

Congrats Leslie and best wishes to you and your family!
Could I ask what the ADR was for?
And do you know your Visa Office?

Romie32:
Hello Everyone. How long does it take AVO to release PPRs?

Feels like the entire office is on summer vacation...

Mamaroon:
Thanks bros.

Hmmm DM I don talk say I no enter NL again if no be you wey ask......

It was ok...that EE ehn..time seemed to just fly by...we'll see in 2 weeks hopefully.

Nothing de happen! Congrats in advance to you and @Scard.
Meilleur voeux!
Can't wait to celebrate along with you guys

Mamaroon:
DM, may their conversion last o....they should not go back to their old ways abeg. In fact, make una dey order pizza topping ahead of the washing.

Bells wan give me hypertension? No be demain o...they moved it to 27th...but thanks mehn....l collect goodwill, keep am for pocket ahead of next week. Ihaven't heard tschuss in ages!!!

Best wishes today Mamaroon!
Keep us posted.

Lynda27:
Its PPR Guysssssssssssssssssssssssssssss

The feeling is out of this world. i literally didnt sleep all night. I was just staring at the email all night.

Congrats and very best wishes!!

bigwizzy001:
I'm dead sure you have a contact at NIS looking at the assurance of getting your passport next week Monday.

This is what you'll do.

You can't possibly renew till you have six months left on your passport & your 6 months start counting by August which is around the corner. Call your sure contact to renew it for you by next week Monday(29th July). You'll then join the 2 together for submission & to embark on your trip by October. My 1 cent.

My ogas in the house may weigh in though.

*NB*: In another development, please link me up with your contact in NIS. I also want to renew.


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Well...my passport expires in Feb 2020 as well, and I just had it renewed. So, yes, its possible: NIS isn't so strict with the 6 months rule.

@capsule, if you do get a new passport, inform through a CSE. It shouldn't matter since you plan to leave by Oct 2019, but you might get a PR visa of a longer validity (if the expiration of your meds is after Feb 2020).
Congrats on your PPR...and best wishes!

njbybrthnly:
Mamaroon I came here to send you my best wishes as I thought your exam date is the 20th. As it's on 27th...happy continued jacking to you!

Can't want to take a glass of red wine on your behalf...the cost of alcohol here will not stop me .

Broses Bellerin and DanMisla...I dey hail o. Good luck to everyone else preparing for the exam...we will all overcome by the special Grace of God!

Great to hear from you! Hope you're settling well and expensive booze is your biggest inconvenience.
We hail you back!

Bellerin:
Wishing you all the best tomorrow! You have all of our collective goodwill.

Biko plis manage time carefully with EE so you can at least review. Tschuss!

Demain Deja?
Best wishes to you @Mamaroon! You go hammer once and for all this time...

BTW, there's a small rumour that PH results are out...after a couple of weeks.
Maybe d TEF people don born again!

From what you wrote here...you kinda can see why, can't you? He probably would get more points if he had CLB9 and above in all the tests...in at least one of either language.
This sha...is enough for Ontario. I won't be writing any other exam, if I were him.

But, I wonder why he hasn't gotten an NOI all these months. There've been almost 15 draws since Oct 2018.
Its strange.

Mamaroon:
With your current IELTS and TEF (which is brilliant, by the way), with all else being equal your CLB equivalent for IELTS LRWS is CLB 8 8 8 10 from LRWS 7.5 6.5 6.5 7.5

French: you have CO and CE CLB 9 and above in the other 2 are CLB 8 and CLB 7