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Dauphine:
Some would argue that their education is irrelevant to the occupational gaps or from diploma mills but anyways libs are not going to have this as smooth sailing as before. I truly hope they can fix it

Many Nigerians are mistakenly selling their property to move to Canada on a student visa, assuming that this will ensure their transition to permanent residency. However, there is no guarantee that international students will become permanent residents. In fact, most students indicate in their applications that they intend to return home after graduating. If Canada decides to choose someone more experienced from outside the country to fill an invisible labor gap, rather than a recent graduate who has only worked part-time at a fast-food restaurant for local experience, that is within their rights. International education is primarily a money-making venture for host countries, and they select only a few graduates they need. What the others do after graduation is not the host country's responsibility for example A group of migrants mostly student in Prince Edward Island (PEI) are protesting unexpected changes to immigration rules that put their pathway to permanent residency in jeopardy. They are now at risk of losing status and having to leave the country.

Milezwadup:
Are you in Canada bro, a few questions please

I see you are currently in Canada on a visitor visa (VV) and trying to find a way to stay. Please be very careful of LMIA scams. LMIA should be free, but getting an LMIA job is very difficult as some are offering it for sale. If anyone offers you an LMIA for less than CAD 15,000 as of today, it is 100% fake.
Regarding switching to a student visa, you can do it yourself. Firstly, you require admission; the school will issue you a PAL, but I doubt any school will offer you admission without paying a deposit. You will then need a medical exam, which you should have done in Nigeria because it is cheaper but more expensive in Canada. Next, you will apply for a visa online, showing your proof of funds and a well-explained statement of purpose.

However, I advise anyone coming to Canada with a visitor visa intending to switch to a work or study permit to do thorough research before coming. Many people in this group had the same plan but arrived in Canada and saw how difficult it could be. They ended up resorting to fake asylum claims, which have a 50/50 chance of success. They could face deportation later, as only a small number of claims are approved.

Eruditeprof:
What are the requirements if I want to apply for Canada visa through caregiver work ,,,,,


I need to be enlightened on all this visa process,,am still confused on the channels to follow ...@House34 and @megatsu please help

Do we also have a WhatsApp group where fresh and prospective applicant can interact and give info

The program not started yet but Here are the requirements for the new caregiver pathway to permanent residence in Canada:

1)Language Proficiency: Achieve a minimum Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 4 (IELTS,CELPIP equivalent).

2)Education: Possess a high school diploma equivalent to Canadian standards (e.g., WAEC equivalent in Nigeria). Also having a cert or training in first aid and cpr is added advantage

3)Experience: Have work experience in a caregiving role.

4) Job Offer: Secure a full-time job offer as a caregiver in Canada. This is the most challenging aspect of the requirement. However, any permanent resident or citizen in Canada with young children can employ a home caregiver, provided they meet the income requirement. Meeting the income requirement can be challenging for many families in Canada, depending on their family size.

cosade:
I am an employer and not looking for jobs. However there are many freelancer’s sites that young Nigerians get remote jobs from; freelancer.com, upskills.com etc.

All site you mention are not just about remote job in canada but worldwide but You can also add fiverr but am just telling you the current tech job situation in canada is not rosy now!

harmonyedu:
Good evening all,
I need an advice.

I am a student in Canada and wants to apply to r a visiting visa for my mother to come visit us this December.

Should I use my own GCKey and apply for her or I should create a new GCKey for her?

Note: my own GCKEY was used for myself,spouse and 2 kids when I applied for my own family visa.

You can use a new or same gckey ,it still a new application for visit visa and that will not affect anything!

cosade:
If you’re highly skilled in IT with certification in your area of specialisation, then search for remote & contract works in Canada for freelancers.

Best of luck!

You can try to apply but It is not as easy as people think. There are thousands of individuals in Canada with the same skills and highly technical expertise still searching for jobs in the tech field. Don't be deceived by JobBank. I can confidently tell you that 80% of the jobs are old or dummy advertisements used to get LMIA approval in some cases and will not reply you!

Ndubestjude:
My agent have given me the loggins abt that my visitors visa dat has been refused and I have changed the email to my own email, bt as i have logged in i didn't see any documents used on the application, and i as logged in i saw where they said applicants closed, because i want to reapply by myself bt I wanted to know the applications used before I will apply again, though i have sent Gcms note on May 28 this year, pls I need guidance on what to do next, I didn't see the reason why the visa was refused on des portal, I didn't see any documents used or any vital information on the portal, pls i need a response from anyone that knows how the portal looks like and what that suppose to be found on the portal pls

Wait for the gcms note and you have a better view of the situation regarding ur previous application refusal!

chuksvin:
I actually want their email; I’m asking for a friend.

For visa-related inquiries, it is advisable to submit a webform rather than an email, as responses to emails may not be prompt unless the matter pertains to urgent citizen issues and not visa services.

anid54:
Hello Everyone,

I hope this message finds you all well. I need your kind advice regarding my student visa application for a 2-year Diploma program.

Financial Information:
Bank Account Statement: I have a balance of 55 million Naira that has been there since February 2024.
Fixed Deposit: I plan to liquidate a fixed deposit of 30 million Naira and transfer it to my savings account, bringing the total to 85 million Naira.
Tuition Fees: I have paid my first-year tuition fees of $27,000 to the school.
Travel History:
I have traveled to the UK, Germany, and Italy, and I still have valid UK and Italy visas.
My USA visa application was rejected two weeks ago.
Family:
I am not planning to apply with my children initially. Should I apply with them or after my approval?
Proof of Funds:
Do I need to submit any proof of funds? The money in my account is accumulated savings from my years of working.
I own landed property with 10 tenants, generating rental income.
Occasionally, I buy and sell land from desperate sellers for a profit.
I am employed by a company that pays me 1.3 million Naira monthly, and I have a salary account.
Documents I Have Prepared:
My salary account statement
Landed property documents and the 10 tenancy agreements, along with pictures of the property
Copies of my used visas and stamps
Letter from my employer and pay slips
Statement of Purpose (SOP) detailing my sources of income and reasons for choosing Canada
Divorce certificate and my children's birth certificates
Questions:
Should I apply for the visa with my children, or should I wait until my visa is approved?
Do I need to submit any additional proof of funds beyond what I have listed?
Is there anything else I should include in my application?
Thank you for your assistance and advice.

Based on your previous question on this forum, you indicated you have already applied for a canada visitor visa as a family in feb 2024. It is best to apply alone for the student visa now because your previous visitor visa is still under consideration and will not affect ur student visa application. Your children can arrive in Canada with visitor visas and later convert to study permit based on their age and the duration of ur study permit . Therefore, to simplify your application, apply alone. Don't forget to indicate your USA visa refusal.
Your financial situation is strong, but ensure you provide comprehensive proof of funds, including bank statements, fixed deposit documentation, and evidence of tuition payment. Highlight your various income sources such as your salary, rental income from properties, and profits from land transactions.
Work on emphasizing your home ties in your Statement of Purpose (SOP). Mention your property ownership, your job, and any family ties that demonstrate your intention to return to your home country after your studies. Additionally, include a letter from your workplace confirming that you are allowed to return after your studies.and be aware ahead combining study with child care is a difficult task in canada especially as a single mother.l wish good luck in ur application

Ndubestjude:
How long did your GCMS note last before they responded to u?

I requested the entire application, supporting documents, and correspondence, and it took about 5 weeks. However, if you choose the 1st or 3rd option for status or reason for update, it is faster, but you will receive only the officer's notes and not the whole document submitted.

dafeoroyo:
They send you a Procedural fairness letter, so you will need to respond with evidence,you dont need to print any more account other than go to your bank and let them give you a letter that your account is genuine on their letter head they will quote the account number,your full name and address

Then you will now back it up with a very good letter too ,i.e that you will never do anything or involve yourself with anything fraud, that with this your integrity is as stake,and that you just got married,and now your wife and some of your associate saw this letter and they begin to have doubt about you,so you need to clear your name

After writing a very good letter go and notarized it,and scan it with the bank own and send it to them

Best of luck

This advice is best you have given above , but it only applies if the applicant is certain they have personally applied and used the bank statement obtained directly from the bank, not through an agent. The reliability of visa agents' uploads document is questionable. I recently acquired a GCMS note for an individual who was banned. Despite the agent's claim of using the original statement provided by the individual, the agent suggested that the individual might have suffered a spiritual attack. I found this excuse implausible, so I requested the GCMS note, which contained all the submitted documents. when l recieve all the form and document supported ,The bank statement submitted by the agent was evidently fraudulent; I didn't even need to verify with the bank. It was riddled with typographical mistakes, inconsistent fonts, and alignment issues. It's distressing because agents not only sabotage individuals' plans but also cause discord within families. It's baffling how any rational person could accept a ' family spiritual attack' as a justification for visa denial, an excuse the agent employed to mask his fraud and incompetence!

KINGTELLER:
While I understand CAD500 monthly is too small for a family of 5, I still reiterate $1800 is still high in my own perspective (Except you are staking your groceries on Africa dishes, which are expensive here).

Dont follow the crowd to do 'wanna be" online, instead budget your groceries according to the need of your family. All those commenting junk food in this forum, I dont know what they term as junk food. Dont let anyone deceive you I have live in this country long enough to believe people using their own lifestyle to judge other lifestyle. Canada is a place that treat u the way u want it to. You cut your coat according to your expenses ( but dont starve your family with the basic need), if you follow the crowd then be ready to defend your style of living.

My 2cents

Mr 2cents,Another defense of the African parental mentality regarding poor character in children's upbringing is that, since you don't understand the meaning of 'junk food,' it will be difficult to grasp its impact on children's mental and physical development. Therefore, comparing a normal balanced diet to an exotic lifestyle. I was born in Canada, then spent some years in Nigeria, and back to Canada, working in a sector that exposes me to the challenges children face here, especially those of African immigrant parents!

Canfulfilment:
I am in Canada. I have a family of five. I can confirm to you that I spend more than that. Groceries are so expensive. Groceries are not just food. It includes fruits, dairy, pampers, soap, waste bags, tissue paper, etc.

You will be surprise the way some Nigerians feed their children in Canada in the name of saving money is dangerous. Eating cheap junk food to save costs and not providing lunch bags for school, leaving children with little or without food, is a concern. These children ate better in Nigeria before relocating, but upon arriving in Canada, their parents start these money-saving practices at the expense of the children's physical and mental health!

Predator188:
Family of five needs 3 bedroom apartment price will depend on province and town after below estimate the rest will go on rent apartment.. for 3 bedroom apartment approximately 1700 cad to 4000cad per month.
If you don't import food stuffs that will last the whole time in Canada you will spend on groceries.
Estimated 450 dollars a week on groceries per week
Internet@home=56 dollars a month
Electricity estimate summer:60 dollars per month , in winter for hitting economy estimate upto=170 to 200 dollars per month for 3 bedroom apartment.
Mobile phone top up for two adults;25 cad ×2=50dollars
You can't get through winter without buying a car with that family size for school runs for the kids and to do shopping etc excluding car price .. for car insurance and fuel per month roughfly 300 cad per month, excluding car maintenance , just to fix a broken wiper in canada 🇨🇦 cost 250 dollars

Estimated mandatory expenses per month
3 bedroom Rent apartment in cheap town:1700cad
Groceries:1800 dollars
Internet;56 dollars
Electricity in summer:60 dollars
Phone bill:50 dollars
Roughly total is 3666 dollars per month.

Which cheap town in Canada you will get rent for a 3-bedroom for $1,700 CAD? I guess that will be a rural town where you will have to drive 3 hours daily to work or the nearest school, or start a farm business, because at $1,700 CAD, you are moving out of civilization and going toward the bush!

Lyoncrescent:
Got the 9 Years Visa Multiple entry . Applied for a conference and was sponsored by my organisation. Git 6 months single entry visa for the same event last year sponsored by my organisation.

Applied 10th of May 2024
Got passport request 27th of May
Submitted passport at Lagos VFS 28th of May
Picked up stamped passport at VFS Lagos 31st of May.

It is actually possible because he had a previous expired Canada visa and he did not overstay on his last trip, so the renewal should be fast.

BenjaminLogan:
I've seen many posts about the importance of GCMS notes in understanding visa refusals. However, can anyone share their experience on how detailed the GCMS notes are in explaining the reasons for refusal? Are there specific areas or points in the notes that applicants should focus on to better understand their case and improve their next application?

To get more information, you can check this site https://gcmsnotesrequest.ca/.

This not link to canada govt website for free gcms note , this is paid 3rd party website and not free so l do not recommend!!

Canadahome:
Hello guys,

Does anyone know the airline that can allow a Nigerian travel to Nigeria with an expired passport?

Secondly, can an infant with a Canadian passport travel to Nigeria without a visa and apply for visa on arrival at the airport in Nigeria?

Yes, all airline allow you to travel to nigeria on expire passport according to nigeria authority . And an infant can travel to nigeria and apply visa on arrival but u need apply for it ahead on immigration website.

Ndubestjude:
he's my senior brother, pls house have anyone have anyone that uses his/her brother bank statement as a sponsor for visitors visa? Pls I need an advise I'm considering to use bank statement because he have good bank account, enough money is coming and going Tru de acct, pls help me

I have sponsor family members to come and visit me as a canadian citizen living in canada but if brother is in nigeria, sponsoring a tourist visa that is for pleasure unlike student visa that is for educational advacement does not look good idea to me

freshStarz:
Good morning guys

If I go to Canada on a visiting visa and during the period of visit, the school I applied to opens for the term, can I start schooling there without returning for a school visa

Is there a problem with this?

You cannot start school without a student permit..so firstly you apply for student visa which is different from your visiting visa and with all required document include medical test and bank statement and a strong sop then if it granted, you go to the land boarder for your student permit.

lakeside3020:
There is a place there that says deceased,please check well ,they require all information for your parent,either dead or alive....

ls using the old Canada website for visa application and deceased is not available unlike the new website where you fill all online and can tick deceased

Adewunmibaba:
Good evening, thank you all for educating us on the processes and procedures. Plz I’m applying for a visitor visa and I’m confused at the family information on wat to fill. My dad is late and under the check list there no deceased and under the present occupation should I leave it blank . Plz how do I fill it accurately… attached below for more understanding

Leave it blank

gaeul:
Please I need advice, My spouse came to Canada on SOWP. He is now qualified for PR under NB and AIP while am still a student. Can he apply for PR with the kids now. Am I allowed to be his dependent now or do I have to wait after graduation as I also qualify for PR immediately after graduation as I school in NB

Since your spouse qualifies for PR under NBPNP and AIP, he can apply for PR now and include you and the children as dependents. You are eligible to be included in his PR application even as a current student. There's no need to wait until after graduation. Including you now simplifies the process, ensuring your whole family can obtain PR status together.

darasire1028:
Why is it that the VO can not comfirm the statement of account from the bank directly.think there his a way the VO do check the statement of account maybe is genuine or not

Visa officers do contact banks directly but not in every situation to verify statements of account. They typically use Document Analysis, where they look for signs of tampering, inconsistencies, or anomalies in the documents. Verification Tools, which refer to various databases and software, are also used to cross-check and verify the information provided in financial documents. These tools help identify inconsistencies, detect fraudulent activities, and confirm the authenticity of the documents by comparing them against known data sources and patterns.
However, these methods are not always perfect and can sometimes result in errors. Therefore, if there are doubts or discrepancies, visa officers often give applicants a chance to explain and provide additional information to clarify the situation

harmonyedu:
Dear Nairaland,
Kindly advise on the below for students that are currently in Lakeland College, Vermillion, Alberta.

I want to book my flight next week against the third
Week of August, so it will be a bit affordable.
For a family of 4(2 adults, 3 year and A year old).

The school advise we land in Calgary International airport and take a local flight to lloydminster Local airport and from there take a cab or bus to Vermillion which is 40 minutes drive.

Another option is Edmonton International airport and 2 and half hours by road to Vermillion.

For students that are currently at Lakeland College or graduate from the College, kindly advise the best route and Airline to book.

Thanks

Traveling from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Vermilion by road is generally recommended as the best option. Taking a local flight to Lloydminster is not advisable due to the high cost and the fact that mostly private jets or chartered flights land at Lloydminster. Additionally, if you are coming from Lagos by private jet or chartered flight, there is no need to fly to Calgary first; you can fly directly to Lloydminster.
Please hold on to the receipt of your first semester tuition fee payment and your proof of living expenses. Canadian airports boarder officers are now randomly selecting students for extra checks, focusing on proof of funds for tuition fees and living expenses.

jasperonyx:
Seem you have money to waste.

If you have a genuine reason for traveling, I can guide you.

A tourist is someone who travels to and stays in a place outside their usual environment for leisure for short-term purposes.

So, what genuine reason could this miraculous visitor from Nigeria, who was previously refused a Canadian tourist visa and has not even visited Ghana as a tourist, have to visit Canada only? At least, Niagara Falls is the most famous tourist site in Canada and can also be viewed from the USA side. Therefore, you could apply for a USA visa to visit the USA side of Niagara Falls.becos this 2024 applying 100 times with 50m acct without a change in ur status..the visa officer just see a desperate guy that want to japa on tourist visa

pufframmy:
shoii first time hearing this

I have seen where husband, wife and child apply only husband approved and other refused !

Maria96:
i’m a Canadian citizen duh. If you like plan from now till tomorrow majority of Nigerians cannot qualify for those work permits because our people don’t own those companies. Job offer is being sold illegally for 20k to 40k cad. Plus the indians, Chinese and others who own companies are using it to bring their own people. Na African store business you wan use bring in Nigerians🥱

We own not only african store ,we also have many nigeria churches now in canada more than india or chinese business or companies.

EdoPresido:
Hello gurus in the house.
I need an urgent help. I applied for GCMS Notes on the 21st of February and I am yet to get a reply as at today. 21st of May will make it 3 months instead of the usual 20 - 30 days

I beg make una reply me ooO!

This not official canada govt site for gcms note request ..this is a third party paid site and not connected to the govt of canada!!

Their are so many video on youtube that will guide you how to request gcms for free on official canada govt site like Channel details
(@Juliet_k) she post a well detailed explanation how to order ur gcms note for free .

proff010:
Yes , we apply through an agent. We call the agent yesterday and he said he is also checking it and that they have not respond yet

Also please if we contact them for enquiry through the link hope it won't affect their decision thanks.

You can request ur gcms note urself ,if u have ur biometic paper with u the applicatiln number and uci number is on the biometic instruction letter and that what you needed to request gcms note and sending a webform has no negative effect on ur application

oklarlexzy:
1yr pgwp. Hoping to use care workers route no money for masters or extra study year

It a good suggestion to apply for reconsideration, but that's not often successful, especially since the visa officer has a valid point about your using a gift to fund a visit trip that's not for future business or education in Canada. However, you can reapply now after receiving your GCMS note and plan the visit for December's Christmas holiday. Meanwhile, your wife can obtain the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) and start working, including her work contract in your application. She can also write a more detailed compassionate letter explaining how she misses her family and needs them to visit for Christmas.

However, please focus more on the Permanent Residency (PR) route for your wife, as many students are struggling with the 1-year PGWP. Many students mistakenly think that Personal Support Worker (PSW) is the same as the Home Child Care Provider Pilot and Home Support Worker Pilot, which is not the case. As a PSW, your wife will only qualify for PR through the Canadian Experience Class (CEC), which is still under the Express Entry system and requires a minimum of 1 year of full-time work experience. The work accumulated during her study period will not be counted, so she will only have 1 year of work experience. After that, she will need to enter the pool to increase her points and wait for nomination, but as things stand, I don't see any province requesting PSW due to the law of demand and supply. Currently, there are many people looking for work as PSW, and even Canadian residents can't find work in this field. PSW is not in short supply; maybe other medical professions like nursing are, but not PSW.

Many students are misinformed, thinking they can choose a 1-year course, get a 1-year PGWP, and then get PR, but it often doesn't work that way. If you don't have a strong Express Entry profile already in place or your province doesn't have a program like the New Brunswick Private Career College program or Newfoundland and Labrador program, it may not be possible. For example, graduates of the Personal Care Attendant (PCA) program from some colleges will be eligible for employment as PCAs in all facilities operated by the four Regional Health Authorities in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Please research thoroughly before your wife pursues the PGWP, as some students are now looking for LMIA to stay in Canada after finishing the 1-year PGWP, but there is no provincial nomination, and it's risky to be out of status, as most workplaces refuse to get involved in the LMIA process. Even the Ontario International Students stream, one of the Employer Job Offer streams of the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP), targets foreign nationals who have completed a Canadian educational credential and have a job offer from an Ontario employer, but I doubt PSW will be nominated as things stand now with the current number of PSW graduates looking for jobs, even among residents. So, all these immigration routes require detailed research and not just relying on what one person said or experienced, as rules change from time to time, especially now with the rapidly changing Canadian immigration system. Please let make the group more information sharing and not insult !

Singlefile:
Good morning my people please can someone throw more highlights on this agency
Canadian Visa Professionals (CanadianVP) – Your Gateway to Canada

As soon as I paid for my visa application biometric fee and biometric email came same time theirs also came with a form to fill out and also a payment to make.
I have gone to the net and done some research but I still think two heads are better than one. Please one should help me out if have ideas about them. Thanks

Canadian Visa Professionals (CanadianVP) is a private company offering eligibility evaluations for those seeking to move to Canada as permanent residents. They collaborate with authorized consultants but aren't affiliated with Canada's government or the Canadian Immigration Consultants Council. It's essential to consider client feedback, as some reviews express concerns about their legitimacy .Please ignore them! you can process any canada immigration path way urself without any agent!

oklarlexzy:
Sowp is canceled currently because she is not a master student. Do you suggest I wait till she get pgwp and I apply for work instead of trying visit visa for her graduation date?

Actually you qualify for sowp as at november when you applied for visiting even now becos ur wife is a studemt inside canada before the new law BUT that late now as she graduate next month ..but the big question is ur wife getting 1 yr or 3yrs pgwp and what the plan towards PR ?