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NwanyiOkpa:
It has finally ended in praise for me. God bless Frankrobbn, Justmellow, and the many others that have been giving me hope and answering all my plenty of questions. Note that I used an agent or my application because i was too busy with work to continually study the tips on this thread and apply them. I am a second-time applicant.

Timeline:
January 20th: Medical done
January 27th: Application submitted with all NSE requirements- Sponsor's 1-year Mybankstatement of about 11million, IELTS result with 7.5 band, and Medical result.
February 20th
February 26th: Second ghost update
March 4th: Third ghost update
March 9th: Fourth ghost update
May 4th: PPR and correspondence letter


Reason for the first refusal: They said that my finance wasn't sufficient even after i submitted an account statement of 12million and paid my first-semester tuition.

How i tackled the refusal: I paid the full tuition for the first year, provided the sponsor's account statement of 11million and i also made a notarised affidavit of sponsorship signed by my sponsor. I did not use a notarised affidavit of sponsorship in my first application but i used an affidavit from the high court. A friend advised me to use a notary lawyer for my affidavit and so far, everyone that i know that used a notary lawyer was approved. Notarised documents are recognized worldwide.


Documents submitted:
All IMM forms
Tuition payment receipt CAD$21,000
notarised affidavit of sponsorship
notarised affidavit of good behavior
police report
IELTS result
medical slip
letter of explanation
passport photograph
data page of passport
sponsor's birth certificate (sponsor is my brother)
CAC document for my business
Employment letter
Recommendation letter

NOTE: I used an agent for my application. There are a few agents that knows what they are doing. My agent did not hold back my login details like other complained about.

I got admitted into about 7 schools in the USA also but I decided to go to Canada for reasons best known to me.

God wey do am for me go do am for una.

I am so excited. As i dey type sef, my fingers dey shake. Immediately i logged in and saw that my application has been updated i was like; "these people with their ghost updates again" before i clicked on the application and saw my correspondence letter and PPR. I immediately ran and woke my dad from sleep to break the good news to him. He has always been supportive.

Congratulations @NwanyiOkpa, I'm happy reading from you today that your visa has been approved. Your resilience and passion to attain your desired goals are admirable. I wish you nothing but success.

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Hello @Justwise,

I trust you're doing very well. Thanks for the good work well done. I write to call to your attention that the Canadian visa thread part 18 is long-overdue and we need to move forward into the next phase of the thread. Looking forward to my request been considered in the upcoming days.

In the same vein, I'm wishing everyone on this platform a successful application process. You all will share your success stories.

Regards,
Frankrobben

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buzzme:
A’lass, it has ENDED IN PRAISES!! 
It has really been a long journey but finally, the Love Letters arrived in my GC Key earlier today. My application timeline. 
 
Applied: 29 October 2020. For Winter (Jan 2021)
Confirmation: 29 October 2020.
BCL: 30 October 2020. 
Biometrics done and updated that same day: 8 December 2020. 
Upfront medicals: 14 December 2020. 
Eligibility Review: 15 December 2020. 
Medical updated: 23 December 2020. 
Ordered 1st GCMS Notes: 7th January 2021.
Deferred Admission to Spring: 12th January 2021.
GCMS Notes arrived: 8th February 2021. Recommend Interview.
Procedural Fairness Letter: 15 February 2021. Because i totally forgot to say i have been denied a visa to the States 2016.
Responded to PFL: 1 March 2021. Via immigration lawyers in Canada.. didnt wanna take my chances biko.
Ordered 2nd GCMS Notes: 26th March. Recommend Interview again...
GCMS notes arrived early this morning: 30th April 2021.
BVL and PPR: 30th April 2021. (My new birthday date �)

“PS: I didn’t apply with nor get the NSE request”

Course: 2nd Masters (MBA) University Canada West
Semester ... Summer (July 2021).. Had to defer from January to April and i just deferred last night to Summer and my PPR came out today.. Do the gurus, please think, i should send my newly updated LOA on my GCKey or i should wait till a certain time??
 
 
DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED:
 
So, I literally categorized all my documents in titles and sub-titles and a TOC for easy identification. (I no won too stress my fine visa officer hahahah)
 
ALL THREE (3) FORMS.
 
Passport Photograph.
 
Passport: I created a TOC here and uploaded my most passport, travel history (Stamps, expired passports and expired visas). I applied from Ireland.
 
POF: My Father is my main sponsor and supported me with his bank accounts in Nigeria. I also used myself as co-sponsor to add the small small change I have managed to raise for the past year. I totalled the sum and broke it down bit by bit in my study plan. I created a TOC too.
* Letter of sponsorship.
* Affidavit of sponsorship.
* Letter of consent to travel.
* Tuition fee deposit.
* Sponsor personal bank account statement (6 months).
* Sponsor personal bank confirmation of signature. (Just an official letter from the bank)
* Sponsor personal bank letter of reference.
* Sponsor Company bank statement (6 months).
* Sponsor company bank confirmation of signature.
* Sponsor company bank letter of reference.
* Applicant personal account statement (4 months)
* Applicant saving statement of account (3 months)
* Sponsor e-passport.
* Sponsor retirement letter.
* Sponsor pension fund.
 
Client Information.
OTHERS.
* Study Plan. (My SP was very detailed. I am a lawyer so writing and designing and using big big grammar is my specialty. I tried to convince them why I needed an MBA when I just rounded up a Masters in Ireland and why I am not interested in PH.D).
* Resume.
* Police certificate in Ireland, Nigeria and United Kingdom (I did my Undergraduate in Cambridge and spent more than six months).
* Birth Certificate.

Shout out to the realest G i met here... @FrankRob.. Your persistence and assurance on tackling my PFL was just amazing. I owe you my gratitudes.. @Lekibobo.. respect all the way Honorable.. @KimKlash... you suppose don dey Canada already..respect brother... @blackman... i don set oo o show brother!! Where levels go align!!

It will end well soonest for each and every one of us still anticipating the good news.. Please halla if you going UCW for Summer.. Let us rendezvous abeg.

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Congratulations on your approval @buzzme, thank you for taking the time to leave a positive review and compliments. I appreciate you for trusting my expertise and experience in handling complex immigration cases. I am thrilled to have been a part of your successful student visa application and wish you all the best in Canada!

As for your question, since your application has been finalised and approved, you don't need to send your letter of acceptance to IRCC.

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Teenie19:
I know....but check the latest news....it is well

https://toronto.ctvnews.ca/feds-formalizing-request-made-by-ontario-premier-doug-ford-to-suspend-arrival-of-international-students-1.5408805

This information is valid


Canada is set to suspend entry of international students to Ontario.

International students will be temporarily barred from travelling to Ontario.

More details relating to the new development from Government of Canada, can be obtained here;

[url=https://www.cicnews.com/2021/04/canada-to-suspend-entry-of-international-students-to-ontario-0417973.html/amp#aoh=16198274470952&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s:::::] CANADA WILL FORMALIZE ONTARIO REQUEST TO SUSPEND THE ARRIVAL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS[/url]


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taminat:
I know it’s been said that an existing EE profile does not affect a study permit but i want to be cautious. I recently maxed out my ielts and i want to update my EE profile. Should i do this now or wait till i receive PPR for my study permit application.

What is your current CRS after updating your IELTS results on your EE profile?


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Markab:
Hi fam,

Can an applicant go through the NSE route with a fully funded MSc/PhD program? Application has been submitted but a letter came asking for IELTS result and mybankstatement certificate? The thing school is covering tuition and living expenses? Should I just ignore the letter or reply to them that I’d be going through the regular route?

Thanks

You should respond to the letter by stating clearly that the applicant is fully funded and as such doesn't require to provide mybank statement certificate for his study permit application. Attach relevant documents which pertains to the funding from the University and the supervisor. As for the IELTS, you should evidently indicate that English proficiency is not a requirement as stated on IRCC for study permit application. Provide strong justifications about your academic background and your intended research area in Canada. Your application will be processed through the regular route. If you've not done your upfront medicals, endeavour to do so as soon as possible.



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shams040:
Please can I use wedding certificate from 1004 Mosque?

You can use it, however, do your possible best to obtain a marriage certificate from the registry. This will aid your future applications especially during your application for permanent residence.


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possessor1:
Upfront medicals??

It's a requirement for the NSE, should you want your application to benefit from faster processing time.


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childgodly:
I'm really sorry I keep stressing you people here. I'm just trying to get everything together ASAP.

For the proof of funds, my parents are paying my fees and I'm obviously unemployed. How many of these do I need to submit then?
your bank statements for the past four months
a bank draft in convertible currency
pay stubs
an employment letter
proof of assets or business
proof of payment of tuition and accommodation fees
tax reports, declarations or statements
proof of a student/education loan from a financial institution
a letter from the person or institution providing you with money
proof of funding paid from within Canada, if you have a scholarship or are in a Canadian-funded educational program
proof of a Canadian bank account in your name if money has been transferred to Canada

There is a family member representative form. I'm the one doing practically everything and the visas are being submitted via my account. Do I get my mum to sign under this form appointing me as the representative?

Then for all these forms they gave me to fill, Adobe is saying I can't save changes to some. Does that mean I have to print, fill and then scan them? For the signatures as well, do I need to print and sign then scan?

Thank you all so much for your patience you're so kind.

See my responses below;


1. A bank statement showing inflow and outflow of funds for the past six (6) months should suffice. Also, include a MyBank Statement Certificate containing the ticket ID and password duly addressed to the Canadian embassy for verification. Please note that you're to include relevant documents which demonstrates your sponsor's source of income, the list of documents can be found here;

LIST OF DOCUMENTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL STUDY VISA APPLICATION


2. You don't require a family representative form if you don't have an accompanying minor in your application.


3. You're not required to print, scan or sign any of the Canada immigration forms. Upon successful uploading of documents into their respective columns, you will be prompted to use your full name as written on your international passport to electronically sign and transmit the documents to IRCC for due visa processing.


I hope this information satisfies your inquiry.


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Cflow10:
Please after receiving biometrics letter what next? Like where do I go to do the biometrics/ book please ?

You can book for your biometrics via this medium:

BIOMETRICS BOOKING PLATFORM


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Ayobami98:
Hi everyone,
I'm just rounding up my first bsc (Law), and I'm about to submit my study permit application for a second bsc in Cruminology. Will it be an issue for me? Will I be granted visa for a bsc studies when people usually go for a masters?
Also, I don't have an official graduate transcript because we are not done, what do I submit?

To make things easier for you and to demonstrate academic progression, I would advise you to go for a Master's of Law (L.L.M) program if you graduated with a 2.1 CGPA. A second degree will be a very herculean choice to opt for at this point in your career.


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alakhumeorobo:
Pls o my sister just did her biometrics today for her students visa , what is the next step my good people? Good morning

She should wait for a positive consideration of her application by the immigration authorities of Canada. At this time, her application is currently in process and will be contacted if there is any further information required. She should keep an eye on her MyCIC account.


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shams040:
Dear All,

Please I just got admitted for Ph.D. with full funding but I don't know where to start from as the information here is overwhelming. Please somebody help me with the state-of-the-art guide.

God Bless.

Congratulations on your acceptance into a PhD program in Canada with a full funding package. First and foremost, you should start by gathering the important documents for your visa application.

The list of documents can be found here;

DETAILED LIST OF DOCUMENTS FOR A SUCCESSFUL STUDY PERMIT APPLICATION

Secondly, as a intended research student, it is highly advisable that you should read through the past threads most especially the success stories of PhD applicants whom have been able to secure their visas through the help of this great platform. Take your time to critically examine their profile and supporting documents so that you can be able to build a strong profile for yourself.


Lastly, after doing the above 1 and 2, you can return back here to ask specific questions that is tailored to your situation. This will enable you avoid mistakes in your application and ensure a seamless application.


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Pinkey2021:
Thank you so much @Frankrobbn1, I appreciate your response. I’m also very hopeful for a positive outcome.

Thank you so much for all you do here. May God continuously bless you richly.


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Amen! Thank you my brother @Pinkey2021. I wish you all the best.


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childgodly:
It was CBT.
Thank you, and thank you @Frankrobbin1

CBT takes 5 days


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Teeprecious:
Was it paper or CBT?
Mine took 5 days for it to be uploaded on the portal and got it dispatched to me on the 7th day.
I did CBT by the way but I heard paper based takes 13 days.

Most test centres outside Lagos and Abuja don't adhere to the 13 days delivery timeframe in sending the hard copy of the results to the applicant's mailing address.


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childgodly:
Thank you. 16 days from the date I wrote the exam?

It might take longer than 16 days for the original certificate to be delivered to your mailing address if your test centre is not Lagos or Abuja.


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Olanrewajuluke1:
this is when I order for my GCMS note, you right that why am asking maybe I can still submit another or is offensive to submit two documents for one purpose

This is a faceless platform, I will advice you take out the attachment with this post as it contains sensitive information about your file especially your UCI number.


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childgodly:
Also, how long does it take to receive the mailed IELTS certificate? I wrote my exam on the 24th.

It's 13days for your test results to be uploaded online and about 16 days for the test report form to be sent to your mailing address.


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Officialksolo:
Distinguish ladies and gentlemen

His Excellency President @Frankrobbn
The Senate President @lekiboboe
Honourable Speaker @justmellow

Abeg my SOP is ready!!!
Abeg help me look into it

Abeg help your boy oooooo

Don't let me do mistake before correction

Edakun

I believe your request has been sorted out by my fellow capable group members. Wishing you success in your application.


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wealth360:
Hello Everyone.

It's been a while I visited this great 9ja family. I am so happy to see that everything is going on well. Congratulations to those PPR choppers and to those rejected, don't give up please.

Special shout out to @frankrobb1 and Senior man @justwise. Mehn this are the only monikers I know here. Thanks guys for all you do.

One of the pioneer gurus on this platform far back 2015 to 2017. I welcome your presence Chairman. Nice to have you around here.


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Pinkey2021:
Let me officially introduce myself.

I’m not very new although I’m new!

I’ve been lurking in the backgrounds of Nairaland since early 2020 after I submitted my first application. And my! Have I grown since then.

I first heard about this place from a Nigerian-Canadian YouTuber sometime mid 2019.

After my first application, I became an active reader and soon realized the mistakes with my application. Even before the refusal came I knew I would be refused because my application was just rubbish�

But since after the delay, I’ve read and learned a lot from the gurus and expert here starting from as far back as thread 13! I became an active reader from thread 15 till date.

I’ve just reapplied after all the life changing nuggets that I gleaned from gurus like @frankrobbn1 @justmellow and some other very old names I can’t mention now.

I was in the background live when @Luckymama @fratermathy and the rest were here doling out advices and tips. I even remember when @Lekiboboe joined and asked his first question� And today he’s a guru of repute even though he would want us to believe he’s not. My brother only God almighty will reward you for all your efforts and time given to this thread.

Here’s my timeline as it stands now:
First Application: April 25, 2020
Biometrics: Sept 24, 2020
BVL: Sept 25 2020
Refusal: Sept 26

Second Application
Deferred program to Fall (Sept), 2021
Upfront Medical: Feb 25, 2021
Submitted: Mar 4, 2021 with MBS
Background Check: Mar 5, 2021

On 11th Mar (7days after I applied, I realized I mistakenly opted ‘NO’ to that infamous question about if one has been denied Canadian visa or any other country visas before. I quickly filled out a new e1294 form with the correct info and sent via webform. At the same time I sent a very compelling email to all the IRCC email addresses individually, pleading with them that it was an honest mistake.

Only Beijing and Edmonton I think responded that they’ve received my new form and updated my application with it. The email also assured me that my application is still being processed.

So, that’s where I am currently in my journey. I decided to become active by rendering solutions to the best of my knowledge and capacity to anyone who requires it. I’m not a guru though. I’m just someone whom Nairaland Canada visa thread has helped a great deal.



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Frankly speaking, we need more capable individuals to assist in helping others actualize their Canadian immigration objectives. No one started off as an expert, your consistency in researching for more information and commitment to the process makes you become one. Given the bold step taken by you to update the IMM1294E, I am optimistic that your file will be favourably considered by the immigration authorities.


Keep the house posted on the outcome.


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Spectro:
Thank you very much for your kindness.

May God continue to bless you for all the good things you've been doing.

I wish you success in your application... You deserve the great things yet to come your way.

I think Frankrobbn1 and Lekiboboe should anoint and induct you into the guru-class. I meant that as a joke, but you definitely are a Guru.

I laugh my head off at the bolded statement . I am thy humble servant to command. Everyone's opinion is valid and must be respected on this platform. You're also doing a great job too.


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Wadogho:
Good afternoon
My parents want to do a property gift deed for me, do I need to attach the survey documents in my name when I'm submitting my study visa application?
Thanks

The deed of gift duly prepared by a licenced lawyer in Nigeria is sufficient for this purpose. Getting to redo the survey plan might be a long process which would cost you more.


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Byefelicia:
What rate do we use to covert Naira to Cad when writing Loe please

You can use this website for your currency exchange rate when drafting your letters;

https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/


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Mayniaa:
Bro thank you so much for replying.
First off I'm a man and my friend (the white) is also a man, the guy just wants to help me out of this place.

It will be extremely difficult to convince the immigration officer that you're in fact a bonafide applicant who intends to reunite with his spouse in Canada. A lot of documents are required for Spousal Sponsorship application, which I have enumerated in my previous post. More importantly, IRCC are very thorough and meticulous with applications of this kind. There is a high possibility that failure to demonstrate the genuineness of your relationship with the Canadian, your application will be flagged for misrepresentation and a Procedural Fairness Letter will be served which might lead to a 5-year ban. In view of this, it is advisable that you seek a legal advice on how you can prepare your application and stand a chance of getting a positive outcome.



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Freebands01:
Do I have to submit ID documents of any of my family members? Note that none is traveling with me on my student visa

You can include them with your application to demonstrate significant ties back home.


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deeozi:
I have been a silent reader.

I got my PPR on 22/4/21.

My timeline is as follow
Submitted application: October 2
NSE request: Nov 17 but I ignored it.
Medical request: Did upfront medical on January 7th,
Had slight delay in uploading the medical slip then medical request came in January 14.
So I used the upfront medical.
Got AIP: January 21.
The wait began: the longest wait of my life because I was told to go for extra test which is after 90 days.
Did the second test (x-ray and sputum test) in April 8.
Medical passed in April 14.
Correspondence letter in April 21.
PPR : April 22nd.

Present situation: Yet to submit my passport because I have less than 6months and Nigeria immigration are not kind enough because i applied for new passport since March 12 and I'm yet I'm recieve the passport. The love story from them is no booklet. What a blessed country.
Hoping to get the new passport soon.

Appreciation: All this could not have been possible without Jephephe who started the process and till date is still giving the necessary assistance to get the new passport soon.

The big masquared must be appreciated Frank Rueben.
Your touch and advice to my application cannot be explain here. God used you to help me achieve this feat.
Like you always said it truly ended in praise for me.
You made it possible.
I'll be coming back for the SOWP soon.
Frank you are the boss.

Big thanks to nairaland forum where I get upto date information and first hand experience and this keeps the zeal in me that all is well.

Congratulations on the successful outcome of your study permit @deeozi. Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kindhearted review! I strive hard to handle each case with great attention and utmost care. I am pleased to know that it yielded a positive result on your application. I am always available to provide my professional assistance in your family's SOWP.

I wish you all the best in Canada, your new home.

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honeycandy:
Hi guys,

I am about to start my application. I am already in the Express Entry pool. I want to ask the experienced ones in the house if I should withdraw my EE profile before applying for study visa? I know they say dual intent is not a reason to deny one study visa but what will you guys advise based on your experience.

Thanks

If your current CRS score is below 450, I would recommend that you cancel it before applying for your study permit.



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oyibo4real:
I'm here again oo, I just received my Child's PPR message
few minutes ago, but surprisingly it came as an email from one of Nairobi's email addresses, with the attached PPR letter, I dont know what to make of this .

I didnt get any of those no-reply-cic messages from IRCC. What to do

Edited: And I just checked my GC account to see application cancelled, could this be a system glitch or what? This is confusing really.

Anyways, it's a PPR News, ALL GLORY TO GOD ALMIGHTY, IT SHALL SURELY END IN PRAISE FOR US ALL.

Congratulations on the approval of your dependent application. Please be advised that its normal for your son's approval letter to be sent via email correspondence and not through the regular CIC account. This is as a result of the initial request from IRCC to cancel the visitor's application and reapply for study visa for him. In view of this, you've absolutely nothing to worry about.


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Kunfu:
Hello house, please what documents do I need to apply for Nigeria student express, someone should help me list them here, Thanks

You need the following documents for NSE program;

1. MyBank Statement Certificate
2. IELTS Certificate with no band less than 6.0
3. Upfront medicals.


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Geo4646:
Good day house, I need help, what's the cost for a diploma admission fee? thanks.

100CAD.


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