₦airaland Forum

Useful1:
Hello great people,
Please my question may not relate directly to the thread but I believe many people here can give me the best answer.

I'm on the application process for a Canadian visa (not students visa) but was asked how many persons in my family e.g. spouse, partner, etc and how much I'll be bringing to Canada for their upkeep?

I'm single but have siblings (most of my sisters are married). If I include all of them we may be about 10 persons. What's the chance of getting visa if I include all of them considering that the amount I need to state should be higher? Or should I just make it myself and the current amount I have?

Thanks guys

The question is actually referring to married couples (spouse and kids) and not your parents or siblings as the Canadian immigration have more regard for partners and their kids. Since you're single, you're meant to fill one (1) person in the form, which is you the principal Applicant and provide proof of funds for yourself alone. This is a common question been thrown at applicants who are applying for a permanent residency of Canada.

Kjoy:
So I applied via the paper route on the 13th of September but I just thought I should link my application online this morning to see what's going on.

And I saw this. Wanted to know if everything is as it should be?. Cheers

Good morning everyone.

Everything looks good in your application as your background check and Review of eligibility are running concurrently. The background check will be completed soon and you should expect to hear from them before the end of the month.

Biot34:
Good day I was denied a Canada study visa based on this reason
I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your current employment

Please how can I respond to this situation if I want to reapply

I regret to hear your study VISA to Canada was delayed. At a glance, I feel there is more to the generic reason that was highlighted by the visa officer. As a consequence, I would advice that you shouldn't only focus on the aforementioned reason, but also cover other important aspects which the Visa officer uses to evaluate the overall admissibility of a Temporary Resident Applicant. The three (3) criteria's used by the visa officer while processing an application are namely; Your home ties to Nigeria, Financial Sufficiency and Purpose of Visit. Majority of applicants who got their VISAS rejected have made the mistake of tackling just the current reason for refusal while neglecting other importants areas of their application, which at the end gets rejected on a different/fresh grounds. Hence my advice that you should leave no stone unturned this time.

I wish you the best in your next application.

ChibuGP:
Hello everyone, please I am really new on this canada thread. I noticed this is thread 16,and I'm far behind on what must have been discussed on previous thread and posts, but I believe I can get simple straight and precise answers for my questions here. Can I apply to study in canada with 2.2 bachelor degree in Sociology/Anthropology for a masters program in sociology?

The minimum tertiary admission requirement for a master's program in Canada is 2.1. Thus, your best shot should be a post graduate diploma.

excelchips:
Hello House, I just got admission letter to Masters in Concordia Univeristy of Edmonton. Please, is it late to start Study Permit process / resumption is Winter Jan 7, 2020.

It's not late. You can still be able to meet up with your program start date.

tosiiNO:
Hi gurus, when adding volunteer experiences to statement of purpose, must a supporting document accompany it? Please this is urgent

It adds more credibility to your application if you can include a cover letter to support your claims.

Miztafrank:
Good pm to the travel gurus in the house. I want to apply for a polytechnic in Canada. I am a graduate of geography and meteorology. Finished service in 2016, then joined my family importation biz with plans to further my education later. I want to apply for office administration, for Jan 2020 session. Fees are intact. Just wondering about my chance for visa.

Welcome to the thread @Miztafrank. I hope you will find your stay here very educating and rewarding. Permit me to ask you, what's your CGPA like, and why do you intend to further your education in a polytechnic? With respect to your enquiry, I don't think it's advisable to apply for an admission for winter term, 2020 considering the the limited time to gain an acceptance and also to gather your documents for visa application. Your best bet here should be Spring (May) or Fall (September) 2020 as this will give you ample time to prepare yourself for a successful TRV application. Finally, no one can gurantee you the success of your application, do the right thing by applying with the required documents as per the IRCC document checklist and wait for the outcome of your application.

meg123:
Please, Guru in the House.
My study permit got refused on two reasons below; I need sincere advise before I refire the application. I am currently working and it was stated in my application letter, with offer letter attached, even promotion letters was attached.. JD was also attached.
I don't understand what the VO means as below:
1. Not satisfied you will leave Canada subsection 216 based on purpose of visit
2. Not satisfied you will leave Canada subsection 216 based on employment situation

Please, kindly advise.. Thanks

I regret to hear your study visa was rejected. My best advice for you is to sit down, construct a convincing letter of explanation with relevant documentation/proof that will tackle those generic reasons that were highlighted on your refusal letter as well as explaining your home ties to Nigeria. Leave no stone unturned this time. At the end, pray for grace and reapply.

Igbouwanile:
Greetings from maple land, hope y'all are doing great?
wishing u all the best in your applications

Big Man, Igbouwanile. Good to see you around here today.

cleanclean:
Please guys, I submitted my international passport yesterday at VFS Lagos for Canadian Study Permit. Please does anybody know when they will return it as I will love to renew it if possible as it is expiring October 2020.

Your response will be appreciated.

Thanks.

The current processing time for passport dispatching after submission takes 2-3weeks.

oyukuwife:
I have dropped my application all that I ask for now is favor kos with the trend of things there is no perfect application only God can make the imperfect perfect and that’s what I am praying for. I will bring good news to this thread IJN

My Best wishes are with you Madam. We hope to hear your success story soon.

peruz:
My guarantor is my siblings with the same last name and he swore an affidavit to justify it and the lawyer attached a red seal.I served in 2016/2017..I did a contract job with a pension company but presently off job and I have been trying to acquire skill in shoe making .Let me add..No travel history ?

Your profile appears good as a there is a strong connection between your past experiences and current employment status... Never to worry, your lack of travel history doesn't adversely effect your application. We have seen peeps who got their visas without one. Also, make sure you've adequately crossed all T's and dot all i's in your letter of intent (though, I won't be available at moment to vet this letter on your behalf). Also, remember to include a study leave approval letter if your program is less than 2 years.

My best wishes are with you. Keep the house posted as you progress in your application.

peruz:
I proposed to study Global business management.I have worked at a pension company for a short period of time.My love for business was elated during my undergraduate final year project/research,I had the opportunity to interact with local business/farm owner and I understand the challenges they are facing and I feel with international idea,I can be of help to my home country aside that I took some courses during my undergraduate days like to entrepreneurial studies, business/farm management, statistics & biometrics and leadership training.In prior to all that has been mentioned I was born into a family of business owner,I grew up into a business family until after my graduation.Do I need LOE after my Sop?

I can perceive that your thirst for relevant academic knowledge in business is indescribable and I trust your SOP will do justice to above statements given by you. Nonetheless, that hasn't answered my questions. Who is the guarantor/sponsor of your study in Canada? What is your current job role?

SOP and LOE - are the same thing and serve the same purpose. It depends on individual preferences. Some prefer SOP to serve as a study intent, why the program and why Canada not NIGERIA, career goals etc.. Whilst, LOE - will be to tackle the concerns of the visa officer raised in their previous refused application. So the onus is dependent upon you to decide whether to use LOE or SOP in your application.

Jaylap:
@ Frankrobbn,Naijaforeigner,Justmellow,Austacus, Mcobex, Makano, Obehi... Please what next! I noticed my medical results has been under review since last week Friday which I did not submit my application with upfront medicals. So I was advised to go for upfront medicals and I got all the tests including X-ray done today. My application will just be 3 weeks on Saturday.

As at May-July, 2018 applicants who got this exact update like yours via their MyCIC account were laterly requested to undergo a medical exam by IRCC. However in this recent times, things have drastically changed as IRCC (Kenya VO) proves themselves to be unpredictable beings, even though we try our possible best to gather information on how they operate. My best advice is you shouldn't undergo a medical exam since they haven't requested for it. Take a chill pill, wait until they have instructed you to do so. If your application remains like this for 2 weeks from now. You can raise a CSE to Kenya VO, demanding that a medical update should be sent to your MyCIC Account. I know few persons that did this and it worked out for them. In the interim be positive.


It shall end in praises


PS: Since you've done the medicals already, send a copy of the E-medical slip to Kenya (Nairobi) Immigration department via this email: nrobi-immigration@international.gc.ca

The subject of the mail should bear URGENT, along side the applicant's FULL NAME, UCI NUMBER, APPLICATION NUMBER AND DATE OF BIRTH.

Also send the E-medical slip via THE WEB FORM.

Uriel12:
Sir my BVL letter dropped on the 1st of October. But since then I haven't gotten another update... Is anything wrong sir.

Have you been called for medicals? If No,.... I guess you already know the outcome of your application. You should expect the final decision letter latest tomorrow morning.

Larryhillz28:
Good evening all please I want to know... if I eventually get into Canada and I don’t want to enrol immediately can I work and earn small cash before enrolling?

It's illegal to work before school enrollment, when caught in such an ACT you're at risk of been deported back to Nigeria or face problems when applying for your PGWP. Many Nigerians work before the start of school. So, It's possible but the work will be a labour focused type of job and the mode of payment will be in CASH and not Direct Bank Deposit.

1stdami:
It's clearly stated on the GCMS request page

They are experiencing a huge number of GCMS request (due to refusal of course) so there might be a delay.

With the recent rejections for study visa applications from Nigeria. If anyone should seek for my opinion, I see no need ordering for GCMS note most especially when the refusal is from Kenya, Immigration office as these VO's at the Canadian embassy tend to copy and paste GCMS notes for every refused applicant.... Using the word - "Vague and Poorly documented Study Plan,.....Taking the applicant plan of studies into account, the applicant doesn't appear to be sufficiently well-established that the proposed studies would be a reasonable expense,......... Given family ties or economic motives to remain in Canada, the applicant's incentives to remain in Canada may outweigh their ties to their home country.........According to the applicant's current or future employment prospects, I have accorded less weight to their employment ties to their country of residence.... Based on the information, I am not satisfied applicant will depart Canada at the end of the period authorized for their stay"..... as a reason for a visa refusal. I can outrightly attest that if 100 person's were rejected of their VISA'S lately, 98% if not all will see the above reason in their GCMS note. Hence, my put forward proposal that GCMS note is irrelevant at this point in time.

PS: This post is open for any critics whatsoever. However, before doing so, make sure you're with your facts and figures. Whilst, I also present mine as well. This is my observation from so many applications and complaints I have been receiving from applicant's whose Applications were delayed.

peruz:
Please Frank and every guru on this thread,what do you think about all this papers that I have arranged together for a study permit

Sponsor document:

6months Pay slip

Domiciliary account (two account approximately 15m)

letter of introduction from sponsor office

Office ID card

Letter of promotion

proof of assets

pension statement

Tax paper work

Affidavit

sponsors letter

RSA fund



Applicant's details:

police report

6 month statement of account(with activity on the account)

Receipt of part payment of tuition

Proof of assets(land survey,land sales agreement and receipt)

statement of purpose

upfront medical

Wish me luck .

Nice and well-detailed profile that can land you a successful TRV Application. Meanwhile, I will like to confirm who is the guarantor of your studies in Canada? What is your proposed course of study in Canada is it in tandem with your previous/current employment status? I can't find a letter of explanation among the list of documents presented above.

Provide the answers to this questions, so I would know how best to advise you.

Anon123:
Pls has anybody who applied for gcms notes with Atip since August 25 gotten his or her notes.. mine is taking too long

It appears the delay is everywhere as I recently noticed some applicants are also complaining about the delay in receiving their GCMS note. Have you received an email from the third party website that your request has been extended until 90days?. You can also send a gentle reminder to them so they could mark your request as a priority.

oyukuwife:
pray for me i am submitting my application tomorrow online. which is faster online or paper application
i am going with my 8 month old son , in my loe i explained that my mom will be coming with me to assist me in taking care of my son she has a valid TRV. what do you think before i submit is it a red flag

I would suggest you stick to the fact that your 8 month old son will be accompanying you and exclude that of your mom in the LOE. Once you've finally secured your study visa, she (mom) can come along with you.

oyukuwife:
frank help am filling my form online
My son does not have any visa should I still fill a schedule 1 form for him. Someone said the form is only for people that have been out of the country it’s for

It's optional.... You don't need to fill it.

simsbury:
I need to get in touch with you Frank based on my application how do I do that?

How may I be of help to you Sir.? You may ask your questions here by quoting my post, and I'll respond to it.

Brawn92:
Hello gurus,
I received this refusal mail yesterday and felt the world is crumbling on me. I did everything possible, sponsorers account of 32m, personal account of 1.2, traveled to Gambia to gain experience, paid acceptance fee, my boss wrote a reference letter etc only to get this heartbroken mail

I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your family ties in Canada and in your country of residence.

I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your travel history.

Please how can I order for gcms note?
Thank you

zamony:
It is sad to tell you that I got refused on 30sept, I applied August 16
Bio August 21
BVL September 30
Refused letter September 30

I was refused base on the same stories lines that all other people get

Please I want to re-apply
Can I inform the school that I want to re-apply
Coz I am confused right now

DiamondFM:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your travel history.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your family ties in Canada and in your country of
residence.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your current employment situation.


Is like the Nairobi VOs program their system on auto refusal for these three reasons most especially. Applied 29th August refusal dropped on the 26th of September

DBlessedofGod:
Sadly I got my refusal this night
Submitted 9th August
Medical passed 13th August
Biometrics 14th August
Bvl 30th of September
Refusal mail 30th of September


The wait was more killing than the refusal lolzzzz
I don't think I can take the trauma again.

Am glad the lessons learned from the gurus at least reduced the number of reason to just financial.

Thanks all
Oga Frank I still hail you any day any time.

SOGalex:
Just got correspondence letter. Apparently it's been refused. No upfront medicals. I applied in August

Olatycoon:
I just got a bad news. Pls what is the next step pls house pls help me

WOW!!!!!!!! REFUSALS ARE JUST FLOWING AROUND ON THIS THREAD !!!!!. This is so disheartening . and I really feel for you guys. I can understand how you all would feel at this point in time, having invested your time and effort in the process. Nevertheless, the best possible way is to quickly order for your GCMS notes, defer your Admission if you feel there is limited time for you to meet up for the winter term, repackage your application immediately your GCMS notes arrives by including new documentations that will show that your current situation has substantively changed to merit a study VISA, contact any of the knowledgeable individuals on this thread to help Vet your SOP/LOE to be sure you've done the right thing and have adequately tackled the concerns raised by the visa officer in your previous application. Pray to God for grace because it can only be him, then Reapply.!

It shall end in praises.

benque:
Bro your wealth of knowledge Sha. I hail thee. I applied from Ghana although it was online, that's why I was asking

Do you've an active Immigration status in Ghana?Let say a valid work permit, a resident permit or study visa? If yes, then your application is likely to be processed within Accra. However, if you don't have any of the listed immigration status, your application will be forwarded to Kenya Immigration office for due visa processing.

As per the bolded, this is my 2 and half years of existence on this thread. I am very concious of any information I dish out on this platform.

All the best!

benque:
What about Ghana immigration officers?

Ghana Immigration Officers are presently in charge of processing Permanent Residency Applications for some Nigerian Applicants. They are known to be very slow in dishing out approvals and final decision and at same time good at requesting updated bank statements and payslips from PR applicants during VISA processing. Over the years and at the beginning part of last year, Accra VO were the ones processing study visas applications for Nigerian Applicants. Afterwards in March 2018, IRCC now handed over the power to Kenya and London VO. During this period of time in May-August 2018, London VO started facing heavy backlogs for applicants who applied via the online route, which kept so many applications for over a year. Therefore, In an attempt to reduce the workload for the London VO, In September 2018, Kenya VO was now officially crowned the prime visa office to be responsible of all temporary resident visas coming from Nigeria.

I hope this info helps. Feel free to ask me anything, and I'll answer them accordingly.

All the best

Neephemy:
Hello, anyone going to Conestoga College doon campus in Kitchener or anyone there already?

Contact Jephehe. He will be of help to you as he is done with his studies at Conestoga College and currently on his Post graduate work permit.

@jephehe be kind enough to assist boss

waynee2baba:
Lol after 11 weeks of waiting. I applied from London in July. I just finished my BSc in the UK. I had a first class too. A first class in Software Engineering at 19 and I was going for an OBJECT ORIENTED SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT programme for 8 months. More like a specialised vocational training programme. Today, I got refused due to purpose of visit and immigration status. At least the torment is over... F*CK CANADA AND THEIR IMMIGRATION POLICIES! I could have sworn I had the best SOP. Why deny me for immigration status? I was on a freaking TIER 4 VISA man. This is the end of this stupid struggle for me. UK has 2 year post-study work visa. If they had implemented this since, what would I be looking for in cold deserted Canada. I won't even rant about Nigeria. It's pointless. I'd be back to the UK next year.

Oh so so sad to hear your application for a study permit of Canada was rejected; @waynee2baba. With your first class in the aforementioned discipline, your best shot could have been to secure a full funded scholarship in Canada rather than opting for an 8 months vocational training program, which is almost equal to your already completed degree. The visa officer would be seeing it from a wrong perspective that you're not a genuine student and probably using study permit as a means to facilitate your entry into Canada rather than educational advancement. Hence, your ability to convince the VO with your SOP would be very difficult considering your high CGPA. Great to hear you've other plans too and not restricting yourself to Canada. I pray and hope your back up plan favours you.

It shall end in praises.

benque:
This new trend of refusal after medical passed is really disheartening o. Sorry man, you'll get them with the next one

The OP might have gone for upfront medicals which certainly after submission will be declared and updated as PASSED. However, there are situations whereby applicants receive a medical request from IRCC and at end of day, their application were rejected. Thus, there is nothing that gurantees VISA when it comes to Kenya Immigration Officers.

DBlessedofGod:
Sadly I got my refusal this night
Submitted 9th August
Medical passed 13th August
Biometrics 14th August
Bvl 30th of September
Refusal mail 30th of September


The wait was more killing than the refusal lolzzzz
I don't think I can take the trauma again.

Am glad the lessons learned from the gurus at least reduced the number of reason to just financial.

Thanks all
Oga Frank I still hail you any day any time.

Sorry about the outcome of your application. Bear in mind that the refusal is just a stepping stone to your success story. Please can you share the reasons for your refusal, so i could know how best to advise you.

SOGalex:
Just got correspondence letter. Apparently it's been refused. No upfront medicals. I applied in August

I regret to inform you that your application has been finalized and a decision has already been made. You should receive the final refusal letter in 2hrs-48hrs from now. I would suggest you order your GCMS note and prepare for a new reapplication. In the interim, endavour to share a comprehensive list of documents you submitted along side your previous Application. So we could know how best to advise you for a successful application.

It shall end in praises.

skirmish:
I got approved today.

Thanks to everybody. I learned from every one of you.

To Mr. Frank, it is only God that can reward your selflessness. God bless you!

Keep keeping on, guys!

Awesome! . Congratulations to you Sis. Thanks for believing and trusting in what I can deliver. I'm happy to be in the context of your TRV crowning achievement. I'm also grateful for the best wishes and prayers.... I say AMEN to them.

All the best in Canada.

Phatkings:
Any particular reasons for the aforementioned institutions
I heard they influence visa decision to some extent?

No particular reason, it's just for you to navigate your search since they offer your area of specialization.