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Hi guys, I'm getting very concerned...

Apr 10, 2024: Application for a conference lodged
Apr 23, 2024: Sent document
May 15, 2024: Sent requested document (USA visa rejection letter in 2018)
May 22, 2024: Sent requested document (Driving records and police certificate, Australia)

There has been no update.
Rejected before (2022; Study permit, PhD + Scholarship || reason: Not convinced that I'd leave Canada)
POF of over $100k, lands, full supporting documents from my host institution, LOE, etc.
Australian processing times for a Tourist visa went from 33 to 55 to 84 to 93 to 112 to 63, and now to 36 days

I earlier sent an email to the Sydney Consulate, and they replied within a week but they haven't responded to my follow-up email.
Kindly advise

Tourist visa application: 11 April
Biometrics and medicals are not required
purpose: Academic conference
Country of application: Australia
submitted all requested documents
scheduled light date: 14th July (to), 20th July (Return)

Is there any way to hasten/expedite the application process?

Hello good people, I need some clarity, please...

BSC: Mechanical Engineering (Nigerian University) -- 5 years
MSC: Mechanical Engineering (South Korean University) --- 2 years
PhD: Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (Ongoing; Australian University) --- First year

Currently trying to apply for a skills assessment on Engineers Australia.

SK University is accredited under the 3 ACCORDS but Naija Uni isn't (obviously)
My question is- should I apply via one of the ACCORDS or via CDR?

hello guys, I would like to be added to the telegram group. 07065159058
Also, is there anyone going to Griffith Nathan Campus this July? please hit me up

ENDNOTE: Between Canada and Australia, which would you prefer?

please help guys... why is my PPR not coming forth?
I applied in Korea... should I be emailing the Korean embassy or the Nigerian embassy?

Wow!
Why do you think Australia is better?

Onweke:
Hello Daslimo,
Do you know the reason why you have not received responses from people here is because God has already blessed you with visa to one of the best countries in the world and you still want to worry about IRCC and their delay method.
Let me even shock you Australia is even better than Canada.

Buy your ticket now and japa before they change their mind.

I really appreciate your response.
Thanks

Onweke:
Hello Daslimo,
Do you know the reason why you have not received responses from people here is because God has already blessed you with visa to one of the best countries in the world and you still want to worry about IRCC and their delay method.
Let me even shock you Australia is even better than Canada.

Buy your ticket now and japa before they change their mind.

They're both full scholarships.
No, I didn't tell them anything... I just applied simultaneously

phrecy:
you paid tuition deposit for both universities right?? and did you let both embassies know you applied for their visas

I already applied to both embassies.
Already got the Australian visa
now waiting for Canada...

phrecy:
is it possible to apply for both australian and canadian study permit at the same time

does anyone know the email address for South Korea?
the webform says they'll respond in 2 weeks...

Daslimo:
Hello Gurus in the house, I really need your help!!!!

Program: PhD
Sart date: Fall 2022

Visa Application details:
Applied: April 15, 2022
Medical (Upfront) : April 20, 2022 (passed)
Biometrics Enrolment: April 20, 2022
Biometrics - May 6, 2022:Completed.

Have been waiting for their feedback but I just received news from Australia. My study permit has been granted and I am expected to arrive in Australia before July 11th. Just wrote this email via the IRCC webform and thought I should share it.
______________________________________
Dear IRCC,
I applied for a study permit and was hoping I'd know the results of my application sooner to help me plan for travel and enrollment into the PhD program.

Alongside my acceptance by a Canadian university and the subsequent Student Visa application, I also had been accepted by an Australian university and have been granted an Australian student permit; however, Canada is my first choice and I would appreciate it if the results of my Canadian Visa application are provided sooner (within this month- June 2022).

It wouldn't be a wise decision to keep waiting in uncertainty while the clock ticks toward my enrollment date in Australia (July 11 2022).
I would really appreciate it if my application is evaluated sooner. This would help me make necessary travel plans among other necessary decisions.

I am really looking forward to a timely response in the hopes that my student visa application is successful.
Thanks in anticipation of your reply.
______________________________________

from the email, you can understand what my problem is and why I need an urgent response.

What would you advise?
Should I just carry my bag dey go to Australia or wait it out?

Please feel free to be as brutally honest as you can... I am a Nigerian living in Asia (also currently enrolled in a PhD program that I'd have to dump for better soil and opportunities).

All feedback is welcome at this point and I am REALLY craving your responses.

Thanks in anticipation.

Hello Gurus in the house, I really need your help!!!!

Program: PhD
Sart date: Fall 2022

Visa Application details:
Applied: April 15, 2022
Medical (Upfront) : April 20, 2022 (passed)
Biometrics Enrolment: April 20, 2022
Biometrics - May 6, 2022:Completed.

Have been waiting for their feedback but I just received news from Australia. My study permit has been granted and I am expected to arrive in Australia before July 11th. Just wrote this email via the IRCC webform and thought I should share it.
______________________________________
Dear IRCC,
I applied for a study permit and was hoping I'd know the results of my application sooner to help me plan for travel and enrollment into the PhD program.

Alongside my acceptance by a Canadian university and the subsequent Student Visa application, I also had been accepted by an Australian university and have been granted an Australian student permit; however, Canada is my first choice and I would appreciate it if the results of my Canadian Visa application are provided sooner (within this month- June 2022).

It wouldn't be a wise decision to keep waiting in uncertainty while the clock ticks toward my enrollment date in Australia (July 11 2022).
I would really appreciate it if my application is evaluated sooner. This would help me make necessary travel plans among other necessary decisions.

I am really looking forward to a timely response in the hopes that my student visa application is successful.
Thanks in anticipation of your reply.
______________________________________

from the email, you can understand what my problem is and why I need an urgent response.

What would you advise?
Should I just carry my bag dey go to Australia or wait it out?

Please feel free to be as brutally honest as you can... I am a Nigerian living in Asia (also currently enrolled in a PhD program that I'd have to dump for better soil and opportunities).

All feedback is welcome at this point and I am REALLY craving your responses.

Thanks in anticipation.

My form ( IMM 5257B)no gree generate any bar code(s) ooo.
wetin I go do?

Quick one guys, my IMM 5257B form has refused to generate any bar code(s).
Should I be worried? what must I do please?

Hello Gurus, I am a bit concerned.
I intend to leave my ongoing PhD program for another program in Canada.
Should I include my transcripts (so far) in the visa application?

looking forward to your reply

Hello Gurus, I just read that it is wise to declare all your bank statements which actually makes sense; however, I am a bit concerned:
I have a sufficient bank statement from Japan (over 60k CAD), a full scholarship from a Canadian school, 3 plots of land documents (inherited from my late dad), and barely 100k in a Nigerian Bank.

Should I include the 100k bank statement too?

CentennialGuy:
You should talk about your home ties and how you intend to fund your study. You could attach an appendix of supporting documents you are attaching at the end of the letter in the order you are attaching them or do a table of content. All these is just to make it easy for the VO to read through your application.

You could as well just write your SOP and attach your supporting documents without doing any table of contents or appendix. Your application will still be read through by the VO.

When I say SOP/LOE, it's just semantics to me. The IRCC website calls it LOE whether it's your first time or you are reapplying but I realized a lot of people online believes SOP is for first timer and LOE is for reapplication, hence why I did SOP/LOE as I don't know your situation. So you are good with your SOP, you don't need to add an LOE.

Thank you so much for explaining... to avoid wahala, I have mixed both SOP/LOE into a 4-page document with subheadings:
1. Academic/Professional Background
2. Motivation for PhD Studies at York University
3. Why I chose Canada
4. Study Plans

I believe the in-text reference I did better presents my application documents; however, an Appendix would also add value to the package. Thanks so much once again

Afolavid:
Your SOP should also talk about your Home and Economic Ties, as a matter of fact, you should dedicate a whole subheading for it, it's that important. While talking about your home ties, you can chip it in for the VO that you've also added your siblings' IDs, family tree, land documents etc to support your submission.

Same goes with your Financial Support, forget about the fact that you have a scholarship, you still need to talk about it, talk about your scholarship, how much it is, what and where the funds will be going to, break it down, tell the vo, even though you have scholarship, you still have so so amount available in your account in case you have to spend money for some things etc. That's what makes the VO convinced you know what you're doing and you've genuine study plans.

Other relevant documents should be added as well even if you don't talk about them.

Thank alot for this clarity. I'll get back to the drawing board

CentennialGuy:
I don't think it's necessary to submit letter of explanation for all supporting documents as long as you have written your general SOP/LOE for your application. It's in your SOP/LOE that you should point the attention of the VO to the supporting documents to back up whatever claims you are making.

You can add the other two if you have them already.

Thank you for your response. Actually, my SOP talks more about my background, motivation for a PhD, my intended research area, why I chose Canada, and my post-study plans. Is it wise to include in the SOP that I have attached land documents, NYSC, vaccine cert, police clearance, academic records, IELTS, academic reference, ID Cards, family tree... can you please guide me?

Do I need to add an LOE? This is my first attempt.

Abeg house, I am on the verge of submitting my application online.

So far, I have attached all the IMM documents and relevant supporting documents; however, I am concerned about attaching the following documents in addition:
1. Letter of explanation of all supporting documents (is it necessary?)
2. Tax certificate
3. Affidavit of return.

Can a GURU in the house advise me? I have a full scholarship, a very good self-sufficient bank statement, and 3 land documents (family-owned) so I'm wondering if I need those documents mentioned above. Thanks in advance

isysleek:
Good morning everyone.

Please anyone here going to York University in Ontario?

lets connect asap

Hello guys, while reading through the platform, I learned that people submit their family's birth certificates, passports, etc.
My problem now is that I am not on good terms with most of my siblings and wouldn't even bother asking them for their identity documents. On the flip side, I saw this on the CIC website (glossary):

Accompanying family member: A spouse, common-law partner, dependent child or dependent child of a dependent child (grandchild), who plans to immigrate to Canada with the principal applicant. Accompanying family members are included on the application.

Does this mean I can exempt them? What would you advise?
PS: I am single, have no kids and don't intend to travel with anyone just yet. I can get the birth certificates/passports of a few of my siblings but not all of them. I also have an old family picture (taken since 2005).

Afolavid:
In my opinion, you've added almost everything you should, I can't even think of something else you've not added based on your profile... You can just try to proof more home ties by adding applicable documents (e.g. birth cert/passport of siblings, etc)/pictures with your family here in Nigeria. All the best!

Thanks a lot for the feedback.

Family photos? I think the last family photo we’ve had was in 2008, (I can get those). Plus most of my siblings don’t even have international passports. What would you suggest?

Hello Gurus and colleagues, I really need advice on what to do:
I've completed the forms: IMM 1294e, IMM 5645e, and IMM 5257b. So far, I don't think there are any errors (I hope); however, I'm currently gathering my documents and thought I'd ask for suggestions. Meanwhile, here are my details:

Program commencement date: Fall 2022
Country of origin: Nigeria
Country of residence: Japan
Current job in Japan: PhD student
The intent for moving to Canada: PhD
Scholarship: Full cover + living allowances.
Are funds available? YES (self)
Are medicals done? YES (upfront)

I intend to attach the following documents to my application online and thought I'd seek advice to avoid making any mistakes:

1. My current student ID card in Japan
2. IELTS TRF
3. PhD proposal
4. Bsc transcript + certificate (Nigeria)
5. MSc transcript + certificate (Japan)
6. NYSC certificate
7. Police clearance certificates (Nigeria and Japan)
8. Bank statements
9. Source of personal funds description (No payslips available)
10. Spending plan (1 page)
11. Past work letters (appointment letters, recommendation/attestation letters, promotion letters, etc.)
12. Academic Reference letters
13. SOP
14. CV
15. Academic awards + recognitions
16. Japan residence permit + ID card
17. Gmail conversations with supervisor(s) + School
18. A cover letter describing each document.
19. Birth certificate + LGA ID
20. National ID + voters card
21. Land documents (3 plots belonging to my late father)
22. Letters of financial support (during MSC and the current PhD program in Japan)
23. TAX clearance certificate in Japan

What would you advise? am I missing something? Should I exclude something(s)?
PS: I didn't include my secondary school certificates cos it seems irrelevant.
Also, if you'd like to offer advice discretely, I'd appreciate it if message me via Whatspp at:
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Really looking forward to a timely response...

Knight1:
1. Unless you have a Ph.D. *already*, I don't know if you can use it as a pathway but you can still find out.

2. In my opinion, the 65 is low and you may stay in the pool for very long with that. I suggest you try IELTS again and try to aim a minimum of 8 in all bands - it is very possible especially if you get one of these international textbooks and/or coaches. That would give you additional 10 points which would take your 491 to 90 points ( i.e 75 + 15 additional points for 491)

Thanks for the tip sir...I made a mistake earlier.
It's actually 75 not 65

I just checked my score, like you said, its 65; however, I am a bit confused...so its either I use B.Eng or Ph.D.?
MSC from another country is not relevant?

Knight1:
The place to start on all eligibility for skilled migration to Australia is https://www.anzscosearch.com/points-test/
The Website actually has a lot of information, but you start by calculating your points.
Select the 189 visa while testing and from what you have written, I think you should be able to have a minimum of 75 points on 189.
If you do, then check https://www.anzscosearch.com/233512 ( that is your profession and click each of the tabs inside ( Visa Options, S/T Eligibility, Backlog etc)

Wow. Thank you sir for this assistance...I am right on it!
I shall drop my findings, challenges, and success (Hopefully) as I make progress

Good morning everyone!

Quick one...I will soon complete my MSc in Korea (in Feb 2021) and intend to apply for PR asap.
I have gone through the posts and clicked most of the clickables and the truth is, the websites are confusing (plus the changing covid19 rules seem to affect everything)

before I proceed, here are my info:

Education:
*B. Eng (Mechanical Engineering)
* M.Eng (Mechanical Engineering)

Occupation:
*Machine Shop Assistant (Mechanical Engineer)- 4 years in Nigeria
*Graduate Research Assistant (2 years) - in Korea

Research Publications: 5

English language proficiency
*IELTS Academic (7.5) (will expire in 2022)

Marital status: Single

Age: 31 (by March 2021)

please where exactly should I start?

Who else here is currently shooting for this opportunity?

I have publications and currently running my MSc. Someone? Anyone open for this opportunity?

SmartKitty:
You can think whatever you wish but this is a public forum, I don't disrespect anybody here, I express my opinion about the situations. And I give the REAL advice based on my knowledge and experience. Not everybody will tell you just the sweet sugary lies, it's life and it's the reality, we all know, many Nigerians cheat and scam Americans even in marriage, many Nigerians use and abuse US visas. You don't like to hear the opinion different of yours? Open your own blog and don't let anybody to comment there.
This is a PUBLIC forum and you are violating this Forum rule attacking personally even by my nick name. I see you are already in US, good luck, you are watched and all your behavior is recorded.

well dear, I wouldn't blame you for your post.

First, I am a guy. second,I'm sure you now realise what i meant by "someone's daughter " committing suicide.
So if you are a quick judgemental person, you might wanna change your perspective in life.

Thanks and God bless

Ogalanyaidi:
I lived with my partner (USA CITIZEN) for 2 years in Australia. During this time, we were supposed to get married but I kept pushing and pushing. Now I have to marry her asap. What chance do I have if we apply before the new law is activated by Feb 21st 2020

I think we are on the same boat. I just dm you...

Hey guys, I am kinda stuck in a situation. I have been with my partner in Korea for almost a year and we had been planning on initiating the K1 visa application by Feb 20th. With this new policy, what would yáll advise?

Get married ASAP or initiate the K1 visa application before the Feb, 21st?

really need some kinda help or solution before someone's daughter commits suicide in korea

hello guys,

I am a Nigerian studying in Korea and currently planning for a K1 visa with my fiance.
I have read the requirements and so far, they appear feasible...however, my problem is the issue of a police certificate.

I can get one from Korea here but considering that I am a Nigerian, I could be needing one from Nigeria.

is there a way around this? must I provide the Nigerian certificate?
can one get it online? can one get it for someone?

flying down to Nigeria would be a huge expense on me. any help/suggestions would be appreciated