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@ladyBR here's your answer.

You've got nothing to lose by trying. Ignore the 6months timeline ish.

https://secure.cic.gc.ca/enquiries-renseignements/canada-case-cas-eng.aspx

Jennypharb1:
PPR should be close, you can just ask them what the updates are about. tell them you saw that your application/profile had been updated but when you checked you didn't see any update and you'd like to know. If they give you the general response, wait small and send another one, highest them go vex and send you PPR

Sent you a pm

Ligxy:
Thanks for this. I wanted to do this myself, but my fear is POF, even if I sell all my property, I can only raise half of it. I've read and reread this thread that I know all process by heart. I even know pass agent.
Please, I'm raising pof for a family of 3, biko how does Tbills work? Can I send you a mail?

@newmum0615 please I sent an urgent mail, kindly help. Thanks

Oh my you're so generous....

Would have requested for a remark from Prof Snape I'm sure

ladymarshall:
Wow! Congratulations. Very funny story

You really benefited from this thread o. That's the beauty of active participation here, God bless you all for sharing, answering and asking questions

Model PPR script, this is the kind of script everyone should work towards.

You score 9.89/10. Writing is subjective na, no perfect writing

But for giving tips @bolded to "lazy writers" or those who are not men and women "of many words", you get 0.1 bonus mark

Because you have the same CRS score as me, another 0.1 bonus mark. We share a connection

Total= 10/10

All the best in Canada and we wish you happy landing, settlement and success in your activities

. Thanks Newmum...I made it! Coming for you guys on the sister thread

Newmum0615:
A Big congratulations to you. I remember that your LOE

Amen!

Thanks everyone @CnCstore @josefuadjnr @bunmioluwa @shininLite @Debsify @Topsmamen @zohan101 @kmgb1 @iaatmguy @maritee @swaga007 @youtook @greatkhad @ifeoma77 @kingspaco @popsicle @jennypharb1 @sam07045 @stanzee

joo2018:
Congrats.

May you excel in your new home.

Hi...send a pm and I'll reply.

Sam07045:
Congrats brother. God would continually see you through. Please help us with some of those sanple letters from @newmum0615 please how do we communicate with each other. Thanks

Lolzzz...lazy writer I said, took me hours to write that.
Thanks for the compliment though. I'm a sis btw...

Kmgb1:
Did u say u are not a good writer? Haba u can lie!!!(someone pls insert a meme for me)

Congratulations bro

Thanks much...

Yes, keeping it simple helps. It's also important to follow your instincts and put yourself in the VO's shoes and ask yourself some questions.

For example, in my case I stuck to only work reference letter in CIC format, because the supporting documents I had could have raised more questions. My recent payslips then for instance, still had my old job role stated even after I switched depts (a genuine Finance error). In addition, my company had internet presence, my updated profile was on LinkedIn, so was my boss. No need trying too hard...

Reason I used an LOE for proof of funds was because I couldn't get the bank reference letter in CIC format (which alone should suffice). However, some people used the generic letter alone and letter of non-indebtedness...this was enough. So do what will make you sleep well at night, each application is unique.

As long as you're honest and able to explain yourself when an ADR arises, worry not. God speed with your application!

johnnybravo1990:
This has to be my best PPR story I have read, for some reasons.

Firstly, the write-up is very intelligible, and grammar impeccable, almost looking like an IELTS answer script. Secondly, you and I share some similarities: we had the same exact scores in the IELTS's four components(first attempt for mine as well), and I applied as a single applicant. Although, I should be much older than you, judging by your remarkable CRS score, even with just one year experience; I used 3 or more years of experience, and my score wasn't so much higher than yours. So I can infer there is some considerable age difference between us.

I must commend the fact that you kept your application as simple as possible, especially when you chose to use only a reference letter(no play slips, no letter of employment) from your workplace to provide proof of job experience. I feel keeping your application simple makes things easy for the visa officer. I did likewise in my application(I am post-AOR). I even took it a notch further. I had no letter of explanation in my application, even in some complicated aspects. For example, I had a lump deposit in my bank account, days to my application; money was given to me by a relation of mine who had the same surname with me. I chose to just attach a signed letter from him to show he gave me the money (no affidavit, no witnesses, no notarization); I merged his letter to bank letters and statement of account, and uploaded it in the column for proof of funds. Another area I may have had to write a letter of explanation is explaining why I didn't get a letter of work experience for my current job (which I have been in for almost 2 years), and another job many years back. For the rest of my previous jobs, I had letters. I felt the need to keep the application very simple. I am however open to any requests from the visa officer for further documents or explanations. I hope my approach won't backfire anyway.

I wish my application process is as swift as yours. I have to say yours is the quickest I have seen for a single applicant, and it gives me hope. Congrats.

Thank you...

Just tried pasting the LOE here, but the table is messed up. Send a pm and I'll send to your mail.

1Loop:
Congratulations! please can you share the LOE you used for POF. thanks

Try asking on the sister thread:

https://www.nairaland.com/4933819/living-canada-life-canadian-immigrant

SpongeBobSP:
hi , a bit off topic here, but does anyone especially those living in Canada know a good freight/courier shipping company , my brother needs to send a couple of phones and we are having difficulty with the prices of the regular DHL/FedEx and the likes. please any info will be appreciated. thanks.

And PPR came on a platter of gold....thanks to this thread!

If you're a lazy writer like me, I must warn you to start typing your story ahead. I didn't (), but more than determined to encourage someone with my story.

TIMELINE
ECA: 27 Aug 2018
IELTS: 18 Aug LRWS 8.5|8|7.5|8
EE profile created: 28 Oct 2018 (CRS 456)
ITA: 29 Oct 2018
AOR: 9 Dec 2018
MEP/BIL: 18 Jan 2019
1st ghost update: 16 Mar 2019
2nd ghost update: 20 Mar
PPR: 22 Mar 2019
VO: Ottawa
No ADRs, Single applicant


DECISION TO RUN
....the minute I returned to Nigeria from my masters in the UK in 2017. The pressure to go back for a PhD was high, but I wasn't going to let them turn me to a psycho. My masters was intense, hence, I needed a break.

Sooo I considered Australian visa 476 and the Australian PR, changed my mind. Next was Netherlands work year visa for graduates from the top 200 universities in the world to gain work experience. It's a 1year visa, but I was willing to give it a shot. Started gathering documents, but not wholeheartedly. Worse still, the people on that Netherlands student thread are sooo stingy with info....it would have taken me 3yrs to land in Netherlands.

Meanwhile, I knew about express entry somehow but thought I wasn't eligible cos I was a Graduate Trainee then, which wasn't a full time role. Also, where the hell was I gonna get POF from? (POF isn't required for the Netherlands work year visa). Still read page 1 and updates in my free time, but was scared of asking questions.

Finally gathered courage and asked the stupid question in July 2018 in Part 4 and got the shocker of my life...I was very eligible, infact, my NYSC experience was more than sufficient!!! WHAT The second shocker was the info on gift deed for POF! So why did I now come back to this Nigeria? Ohhh ignorance indeed is bliss...I sha followed alllll the Canadian express entry threads from Part 1 and my journey began.


ECA
Used WES, no WAEC requirement then. Considered evaluating my BSc for future purposes...those ones told me transcript is now 21k (flew from 8k I paid prior to my MSc), then posting outside Nigeria 15k...wonderful. Plus the stress I'd go through, didn't want any delay. Respected myself and evaluated only my Masters at £12, the future will take care of itself.


IELTS
I'm a very lazy writer, so my fear was writing. Observed you score less in the section you're most scared of (using my myself and friends as reference). Having written IELTS academic before (which is tougher than general), I knew whats up.

Concentrated on actually "writing" complete letters and essays before the exams, not just reading through....felt satisfied with my writing on exam day compared to my performance in the academic. So I was shocked when my result for writing was a 6.5....went with my gut feeling and requested for a remark. Remark returned positive after 5weeks.

By the way, I registered with MOD which I discovered and heard for the first time on this thread. BC was fully booked as usual.


POF
Was worried this wasn't available pre-ITA as one Uncle laidat I was hoping on kept giving me tales by moonlight. Later confirmed by reading through this thread that it was okay to have the POF in your account post ITA, as long as it was before the 60days deadline. Entered the pool asap and continued gathering docs while waiting for this story-telling Uncle.

Anyways, my mum came to the rescue and gifted me 100% of the POF (had to wait for her TBills to mature). Still had 700k jara in my savings account to give it flesh, so CIC won't think I don't have my own money. Invested the total sum in TBills for 3months, then duplicated @Newmum0615's LOE like a lifeline in explaining my source of funds. Sent back to her to proofread and she was like, this looks so much like mine (hehe, this woman thinks I came to play in this Canada struggle).

Ensured I didnt hide nothing, included gift deed (sample from page 1), transfer slip showing transfer from my mum, Tbills certificate, generic bank reference letter and 6months account statement printed 4 days before AOR.

NB - reinvested matured Tbills in fixed deposit early March... no CSE raised.


JOB REFERENCE
I switched roles within the same company, so was confused about combining two very seperate NOCs then (I hear it's possible for outland applicants as long as they fall in NOC 0, A or B). Sha used only one NOC, 2yrs experience (1year graduate trainee experience pre-MSc and 1 year graduate trainee experience post-MSc)...this was sufficient to get CRS of 456. No need complicating stuff, though the additional experience in the other NOC wldve shot up my CRS to 481.

Job reference was in CIC format drafted by me with go ahead from my boss. @Newmum0615 (this woman is God sent) helped edit the draft which I printed and gave to my boss to sign, not HR. My boss asked for the soft copy for her future use.

No payslips, no employment letter, no nothing... Just that one beautiful letter in CIC format listing my roles in the company.


MEDICALS
Funny I planned to complete mine at Prime Medicals in PH. This was no longer possible when I was due to carry out medicals, evidence that the process was getting tighter.

Booked ahead with Qlife late Sept way before ITA. Remember shaking my head in disbelieve when I was told the next available date was 9 Nov 2018 - booked this. Called early October to check if there was an earlier date since I was in Lagos and was told the next available date was March 2019. Dropped the call and hissed...they must be mad. Patiently waited till 9 Nov.


PCC
UK PCC was ready in 3days. Used my sister's address for hard copy, she scanned and sent the soft copy. Used Inspect Moshood for Nigerian PCC @3500 (discovered him on this thread as well). He sent the forms to my email which I filled, thumb printed were applicable and sent back to him.


POST-AOR
Thankfully, I got busy settling into my new job, so forgot about my application throughout December. Said I wasnt going to bother with gcms notes, CSEs or nothing. However, BIL/MEP came longer than expected, got curious and started checking progress of other Dec AORs on immitracker. I relaxed when I observed others hadn't gotten as well.

Later saw a rejection case mid January on immitracker (forgotten cause of rejection) Shuuuuu...I started worrying and included my application in my prayer point that my file was covered from going to AVO (sorry AVO guys). Raised my first CSE on 17 Feb to enquire about my VO and stylishly asked about status of application. Was surprised to get feedback on 19 Feb...VO was Ottawa, eligibility was being verified. Was so happy, dropped a huge amount in St. Vincent's 'help the poor" box the next Sunday.


PPR
Still on immitracker, noticed late DEC AORs were already getting PPR mid February...ok na. Started checking my gmail daily and CIC account once a week. Even took interest in my spam and deleted all spam "forever" after a thorough check.

Come March, number of PPRs for Dec AORs on immitracker increased. Doubled my CIC account weekly checks and increased gmail checks to 3 times a day My efforts were not in vain, saw the first ghost update on 16 March (application/profile update but no mail). Raised a CSE on 17 March enquiring what the update was about and stylishly asked for update on application as well.

Got a reply on 20 March that they can confirm a decision had been made on my application and I should be rest assured that I'd get a mail soon. Jesu!!! Quickly said a prayer for the Agent that sent that mail...God bless him. I then raaaaan to my gmail...nothing. Spam..nothing. Refreshed twice...nothing. Then checked my CIC account out of curiosity and saw the 2nd ghost update - 20 March.

Was certain of getting PPR in March. Saw the golden mail yesterday morning and just shouted yaaaasss. Called in sick and went to work an hour late. Gave me sufficient time to re-read the mail 10times and make my announcements to family and close friends. When I got to work, greeted every single person I passed from the gate down to the office....stranger or not. The joy got me in another mood.



To everyone on this thread....
Thanks for contributing on a daily and answering all the stupid questions, saved me a whole lotta money! Did I mention I looked for an agent's trouble and was told to pay $3000? I keep getting emails from them with varying discounts till date (if they like, they should discount till $100)

@newmum0615 thanks for making yourself available when I and others needed it most, you're appreciated. We'll meet someday in Canada, that I'm sure. A Nairaland party perhaps

To new hopefuls...please read page 1 and understand the process first. Again, there's so much information on this thread. Screenshot useful info for reference even when you don't need it yet, it helped me a whole lot. Stop waiting or procrastinating...do it now!

Phew.....thanks for reading!

And I thought you were a guy

This didn't feel long at all, Congrats!

Tojued:
Extremely long post alert. Please skip to the last line for a summary.

Timeline
Family of 3, Ottawa VO
IELTS – 24/04/2018
ECA – 24/04/2018
ITA (CRS 454) – 24/04/2018
AOR – 30/06/2018
IP1 & ADR – 17/07/2018
Response to ADR – 23/07/2018
MEP – 27/07/2018
IP2 – 29/10/2018
PPR – 26/02/2019

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TLDR: It was a long wait but PPR is here and I glorify God, thank you for your service to this thread, and pray MAY YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE.

If you have the funds to pursue a Masters, why not? However, getting a student visa to Canada ain't a walk in the park. By the way, what stops you from getting PR first and applying for a Masters once u land?

If going as a student first, you'll still go through this process later. So you'll spend a year or two studying, then eventually get work experience for atleast a year in Canada, before even thinking of the PR application.

On the other hand, note that if you choose to apply alone via express entry, you MUST still declare your spouse and child in your application as non-accompanying. If you apply as a single applicant, you won't be able to sponsor your wife and child in future. If you still go ahead to sponsor her, this will be flagged as misrepresentation and could lead to your removal from Canada.

Furthermore, if you eventually declare your wife and child (though not accompanying you to Canada), you'll still be required to show POF for a family of three, PCC and medicals as well. The only thing you'll pay for yourself alone is the Application Fee and Right of Permanent Residence Fee.

See ehn, pls just do your research.

centoqoh:
Thanks a lot. I'll read it like I'm preparing 4 an exam.
BTW, I am applying alone. I appreciate ur time.

Pls pardon my too much questions, what if choose to apply as a student for masters? Do I have better chance?

Please read how to get a
gift from my brother for proof of funds. For your family (a family of 3), you'd need to show minimum funds of $19,390 (canadian dollars) which is equivalent to 5.3million naira in your account.

Then most importantly, read a summary of the step by step process to enable one move to canada through express entry, so you know what the process involves and where to start.

If you have more questions after reading the summary above, then click here to scroll through for allll your answers.

Pls spend atleast 1week reading, then if you have more questions, we'll direct appropriately. Cheers

centoqoh:
Thanks. I'll try and start putting her mind in that direction. She has worked for 2yrs running.

Also, how will my brother go about the gift me d fund?

Thanks.

.

You've got the whole sponsorship thing wrong, you really need to read page 1. The only way your brother can "sponsor" you is if he's willing to "gift" you the proof of funds required.

Also, you need to convince your wife to start thinking of this as well. How old is she? If she's younger and with up to 3years work experience, she can be the principal applicant as it will help boost your score. In addition , she can contribute to the proof of funds required if your elder bro can't gift the whole amount required. Two heads are better than one.

Pls and pls, read page 1.

centoqoh:
Thank u for your response.
I am 32 going to 33 this 2019. I'm also married with a son. Though my wife is gainfully employed but she doesn't really think of abroad. So I plan to move first.

Lastly, can my elder brother sponsor me? He is a businessman, though not with registered business name but has landed property

You can now give your suggestions with regards the above info.

If you graduated with a Mass Communication degree, then you must have gone for NYSC. Please use your one year NYSC experience as proof of employment.

Many on this thread did and they've got their PPR.

centoqoh:
Hello everyone, help needed here Pls. 

I have been reading this thread and the one for Australia since December 2018. I found out that most of d success stories come from graduates and professionals.

My question:

[/b]What is the best way out for non-graduates and graduates that are not gainfully employed as professionals?[b]

I am a graduate of Mass Communication but work as a Driver. That's what I could settle for since no better employment. I also do graphic designs.

Pls I need any advice/counsel that'll be of help.

[/b]Whatsapp +234-08184723093[b]

Thanks bro

raphrulz:
It does not take long if u reach there very early. ensure to get there before 8 am, maybe 7.. so u can be among the first set. That way u wud be able to catch ur flight back to ur destination with ease.

Cheers**

Thanks for the feedback

LOTRISH45:
The process is very fast. Within an hour you should be done. They open 8am. So I advise you get there before then.

Morning fam...

Pls what's the total wait time to complete biometrics at VFS Lekki, Lagos? My appointment is for 8am and I intend travelling back same day to catch up with work the next day. Response needed pls, thanks.

Kmartt:
Hello everyone, kindly help me on the below information.

I got a job offer from a company in Canada, they also sent me an INVITATION LETTER of which a copy was also emailed to Canada Immigration visa section for visa processing.

Below is the mail I just got from the Canada Immigration visa section,

Dear visa applicant, 
[b]
Your application form to work in XYZ Company is [/b]received by Immigration visa section Canada and we are happy to inform you about the requirements for your visa.

Did u apply for this job?

If yes, were you given an offer letter prior to the invitation letter?

Pls state the full amount #46,124.

Transferred 46k then based on comments here. MOD jejely sent a mail to complete the fee (#124) before my EOR could be processed after 3 working days! Imagine the precious time wasted. Was like what the heck?

EyesondPrize:
46K

See this:

https://bcrsp.ca/prospective-certificants/reciprocal-agreements-applications

If you already have NEBOSH IGC or Diploma, it could help in waiving some steps in the CRSP application process.

xyoung:
IT SEEMS THE ALMIGHTY NEBOSH IGC OR NEBOSH DIPLOMA ISN'T RECOGNIZED IN CANADA.

ALL THE JOB POST IN THEIR CIC JOB BANK REQUIRE CRSP. NO MENTION OF NEBOSH AT ALL. CRSP GIVE EXTRA 50 POINTS BUT I HEARD

I NEED TO WRITE CRSP EXAM AND THE EXAM IS DONE IN CANADA ONLY.

HOW DO I WRITE A CRSP EXAM IN CANADA ??

Wow, pls at what point does CRSP give extra 50points? While using the CRS tool?? I know someone that has CSP, but this isn't evaluated by WES so she can't claim points with this. Pls throw more light on this, thanks.

I assume you'd have to obtain a visa and travel to Canada to write the CRSP exams.

xyoung:
IT SEEMS THE ALMIGHTY NEBOSH IGC OR NEBOSH DIPLOMA ISN'T RECOGNIZED IN CANADA.

ALL THE JOB POST IN THEIR CIC JOB BANK REQUIRE CRSP. NO MENTION OF NEBOSH AT ALL. CRSP GIVE EXTRA 50 POINTS BUT I HEARD

I NEED TO WRITE CRSP EXAM AND THE EXAM IS DONE IN CANADA ONLY.

HOW DO I WRITE A CRSP EXAM IN CANADA ??

Hehe...if you can afford it and don't want the stress,
I can be your agent.

Seriously, everything you need is on page 1. Research a bit. Then if you have a scenario that is a little different from the norm, you drop your questions here for clarification. Atleast take baby steps first, that way you'll even understand the question you're asking. Cheers

vicnoshon:
Thank you. Can agents that knows what's what speed up the process in any way?

Yes you can, I used this as well.

Kamoc:
Good afternoon fam...Pls how do I go about making payment for processing or application fees for PR to IRCC, after filling and uploading the required documents? Can I use my GTBank naira MasterCard to pay?....Thank you

Thanks

Ibrahim505:
i-invest app

I have, their rate (Ecobank) is quite low compared to the one you posted

unite4real:
Thats AfriNvest but if you want to approach your bank, it can give you a guide of prevailing rates

@unite4real pls the secondary rate you posted is for which bank?

Also, pls is there any safe online platform that one can purchase tbills without having to open a new bank account with the bank rendering the tbills services?

Any help will be appreciated, thanks.

So you're leaving already? Pls carry me in your hand luggage

Newmum0615:
Good morning my people,

For our landed brethren who cargoed stuff, please do you know where I can buy cartons in Lagos. I need them to pack my wall pictures and books.

Thanks.

Thanks very much for replying @Boss13 @maternal @jydexaus @Bsbabe

Kai...I wish I consulted u guys before. Already paid for dropbox renewal (57k), but didnt go ahead to book an appointment when I discovered an interview was required (due to diff locations).

So pls last question...if i land before my payment fee expires (Sept 2019), can I use this to book an appointment in Canada or i shd kukuma forget the 57k and start afresh?