ehix89:
Hello kind-hearted E-Family in Canny struggle. I'm in dare need of a contact person in UNIBEN that can help me with verifying WES' Mail. This is quite urgent as i've been in this process since August 2017. Your response will be highly appreciated.

Hi,
Send me a DM, I'll try to link you with my contact over there.

IamtrulyBlessed:
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Ethelia:
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QSola:
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Thank you!

Teepearls:
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gistwivkome:
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sthillz:
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intercedertee:
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Newmum0615:
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Thanks!

PPR Feb 21st

Passport sent via DHL to Accra Feb 23rd

Background message changed to completed and Final decision changed to application approved March 12th

Passport pickup mail March 14th

Made arrangements with DHL for pickup March 14th

COPR and Passport received March 19th

I give God thanks for everything!
Best and Godspeed to everyone!
It'll surely end in praise!

Feygbe:


You need the permanent one, not temporary one.

I'll work towards getting it sent to me when it's ready. Thank you.

AZeD1:
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Thanks!

Feygbe:
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AZeD1:
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Thanks for your prompt response.

If I may ask, can a Temporal Nigerian Licence (3 months validity) be considered invalid, even if the owner has fully satisfied all requirements needed by the authority and his/her information registered in the database of FRSC?

Landed seniors help I need your guidance! Thanks

Lucious477:
Hello All,

Please I need your guidance.

I am presently processing my Nigerian Drivers Licence. Due to the short time available before I travel to Canada, I may only get the Temporal Nigerian Drivers Licence (3 months validity) and the International Drivers Permit.

Please do you think I can use the International Drivers Permit, Temporal Nigerian Drivers Licence (3 months validity) and FRSC letter to process my Canadian Drivers Licence?

Kindly note that I intend to settle in Ontario and I have been driving for over 8 years in Nigeria (although just started processing a drivers licence).

Hello All,

Please I need your guidance.

I am presently processing my Nigerian Drivers Licence. Due to the short time available before I travel to Canada, I may only get the Temporal Nigerian Drivers Licence (3 months validity) and the International Drivers Permit.

Please do you think I can use the International Drivers Permit, Temporal Nigerian Drivers Licence (3 months validity) and FRSC letter to process my Canadian Drivers Licence?

Kindly note that I intend to settle in Ontario and I have been driving for over 8 years in Nigeria (although just started processing a drivers licence).

MisterT:
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Mine got to UNILAG after over a month of receiving WES email. WES sends verification request to UNILAG via post and UNILAG replies via email.

I'll advise you to check back again by month end. If UNILAG still claims they haven't received the request, then contact WES via twitter and their online message system to kindly resend it to UNILAG.

Best.

sugah:

Anyone?? Please??

Hi keep hope alive,

*Striking varsity non-teaching staff may call off strike Wednesday*

The Federal Government has agreed to source for about N8 billion to settle the Earned Allowance of striking non teaching staff of Nigerian Universities within the next five weeks.

The workers have therefore been asked to suspend their ongoing industrial action by Wednesday, March 14 to allow full activities to return to the campuses.

This decision formed part of the agreement reached between the striking workers under the Joint Action Committee and the federal government after two days of conciliatory meeting which also agreed that no worker will be victimized on account of taking part in the strike action.

The agreement was signed by the Minister of Labour and Employment, Senator Chris Ngige, Minister of State for Education, Prof. Anthony Anwukah, President of the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Universities (SSANU), Comrade Samson Ugokwe, President of the National Association Academic Technologists (NAAT), Com. Sani Suleiman and General Secretary of Non Academic Staff Union (NASU), Com. Peters Adeyemi.

The workers had gone on a total and indefinite strike action on December 4, 2017 as a result of failure of the Federal Government (FG) to implement some of the contents of the Agreement of 20th September, 2017 between the Federal Government and JAC.

The agreement, copy of which was made available to The Nation indicate that the government and the unions agreed that: “Government is to source for eight ( billion naira within five (5) weeks to pay JAC of SSANU, NAAT and NASU members and members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) and University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), who did not get paid in the last disbursement exercise.

“The Federal Ministry of Education  reported that the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) has started payment of Salary Short falls and the process is still ongoing. The FME is to synergize with the concerned institutions to ensure compliance with Presidential Initiative on Continuous Audit (PICA) requirements to facilitate payments of JAC members in the Universities that are yet to comply.

“The National Salaries Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) is to rework the 15th December 2017 Call Circular taking into consideration the observations of JAC of NAAT, NASU and SSANU with a view to ensuring that it complies with the National Industrial Court (NIC) judgment.  

“The Federal Ministry of Education has made submissions to the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) for onward transmission to the National Council on Establishment (NCE) meeting, slated for 18th March, 2018, in Owerri and is expected to report the outcome in 5 weeks.

 “The Federal Ministry of Education had put forward an application for the visitation panel to the Presidency and is to follow-up and report outcome in 5 weeks. The main thrust of visitation is to re-energize the Institution, unearth corruption and maladministration in these Institutions.

“It was also agreed that the Federal Ministry of Education would set in motion appropriate machinery for the release of White Paper in respect of previous visitation panel reports already with Government.

“The Honourable Minister of Labour and JAC leadership agreed that the ongoing strike would be suspended by Wednesday 14th March 2018, after due consultation with their National Executive Councils (NECs). No Worker would be victimized on account of this industrial action.”

SOURCE ������
http://thenationonlineng.net/striking-varsity-non-teaching-staff-may-call-off-strike-wednesday/

unyted:
Congrats!!!

Please how can one determine the IP stage (IP 1 or IP2)? Also, how can one ascertain the visa office handling the PR file?

Cheers!!!

For your first question, I'll refer to a few pages back, because someone gave a detailed answer to this recently.

As regards finding out the visa office processing your application, send an email to
cpc-ctd-ottawa@cic.gc.ca
Email subject must include your application Number.
Email body must have the following:
Application Number; Applicant type; Given name(s); family name; Unique Client Identifier (UCI); Date of Birth; Category of Immigration.

I sent this email 9am (Ottawa time) and got the reply I needed minutes later.
Cheers!

40manlappy:


Congratulations!

Thank you bro!

Kontagious:
Congrats dtush, Lucious477, Abbylee( on fiancé behalf, yours sef don reach finish)... And all ITA choppers.

Thanks bro!

emelueobi:
@Lucious477 or anybody in the house--- please which of the MS software did you use to resize your passport.? I want to resize my passport too, but i don't know which application to use. Thanks




6. Passport photos = We took our final printed photos (50x70mm) from "Study 24" ahead of time. I scanned and resized it to the required specification (35x45mm) (using MS software) and used it for Post ITA submission.

You can use Microsoft Office Picture Manager.

Femicrux:
For submitting POF, how recent can the statement of account be? Can it be as old as 2-3 months? Also is there a significant risk if the account balance drops below the required minimum after the AOR stage?

Hi, I'll advise that the date on SOA should be very close to when you intend submitting your application to prevent suspicions and ADR.

The risk of spending your POF while your application is in progress, is that you may get ADR for updated POF with a few days deadline. If the VO discovers that your POF is not up to the required, you application will be cancelled.

Try to keep a straight forward application to avoid issues.

Newmum0615:
Wow. 2nd good news today after dtush. Congratssssss. We got ITA on the same day, same CRS score. May mine be fast too. I celebrate with you bro or sis.

Thanks & wishing you the best!

sthillz:






Massive congratulations, your study for ielts inspired me and I'm even more determined to see this through!

I'm glad. Thanks!

GlitteringStar:



Nice! Congratulations!

Thank you!

Ethelia:


What a wonderful God we serve! Congratulations and special thanks to you for giving such detailed information about your application.

Thank you!

Hi guys,

I'm very thankful to God because I've received the golden mail and I don't know how to celebrate!

My Timeline:
CRS 454
ITA Dec 6th 2017
AOR Jan 12th 2018
MEP Jan 26th
IP1 Jan 26th
NA2 Feb 1st
IP2 Feb 20th
PPR Feb 21st
Family of 3
No ADR
Visa Office: Ottawa

Some highlights of my application includes;
1. My POF = T-Bills(3months) + Generic Bank Ref Letter + 6months SOA + Gift of deed (100% amount from direct family). My total POF is in the T-Bills, explained this in my LOE.
2. Proof of employment = Reference letter (included NYSC experience) + Pay stubs.
3. There was a mistake in my spouse's name on our daughter's birthday cerficate, so I attached an affidavit (confirmation of name) together with the document to clarify this. Also explained this in my LOE.
4. Educational documents= Degree certificates + WES. I didn't include IELTS certificate although I registered the certificate number somewhere else in my application.
5. My spouse hasn't officially changed her name so I submitted our application with her maiden name. Our marriage certificate was enough proof I guess.
6. Passport photos = We took our final printed photos (50x70mm) from "Study 24" ahead of time. I scanned and resized it to the required specification (35x45mm) (using MS software) and used it for Post ITA submission.
That's all I can remember off the top of my head and I hope it helps.
Thanks to everyone that has ever communicated on this thread (names too numerous to list), it was very helpful!
For those still hoping for better IELTS scores, please try again and give it all you have this time.
For those still expecting the silver mail, please be very hopeful. Try to improve your CRS, while in the pool if you need to.
For those still anticipating towards receiving the golden mail, it will certainly come!
I'm wishing everyone here the very best and remember it will end in praise!

BoboXIV:
Hello all,

Silent reader, Active applicant here.

First, thanks to all who started this and share their experiences on here. And yes, I started from Page 0, Thread 1 sef.

So I have a challenge that I am hoping someone else may have dealt before or maybe get advice on how to proceed.

Some background: my missus is the primary applicant ( She's got a Masters degree, I don't) and based on her CRS score of 449, we got an ITA, Nov 15 last year. Currently, we have all documents uploaded,Medical forms, References, POF docs, Police report (had to travel to Kenya to get mine as well as I lived there for a bit) etc. However, my first IELTS score expired Dec 16th ( After we received the ITA) and the earliest date I was able to get for a new test was for today Feb 1st. Writing this just as I get back to my desk at work. The Missus and I actually both wrote the test in 2015 December but while I had the right scores then, she fell short in one area (Writing I think) by 0.5. but we got in the pool circa April 2016 ( ECA Delays cos of UNILAG) Lets just say she finally summoned courage to do the test again in October last year and finally got the right scores at end of October leading to the Nov ITA cutoff of 439

So fast forward to today.The deadline for submission for our ITA is Feb 14 ( more like midnight on Feb 13) and from what was announced today, the IELTS results will only come out on Feb 14th. Now without my score, Madam's CRS drops to 436 which is below the CRS cutoff that we got our ITA. However, if she takes me out as " Non-Accompanying" it will be 445. Fact is I'm not immediately planning to relocate anyways but concerned that if we go this route, there may be drama down the line if/when I try to get a visa to Canada. So, having endured a number of sleepless nights on this, I feel that these are my options

1. Submit application anyway immediately with my expired IELTS test results and update it once the new test result comes out on the 14th of Feb.(I'm fairly confident that I will have reasonable scores) . I have seen on the CIC website that you can update your details even after applying in cases of things like expired results

2. Wait till the morning of 13th Feb and pray the IELTS results comes out earlier than the advertised date( I don't know if this happens though). Madam is a bit scared of this option though ( What if their server crashes? What if their are issues with Payment platform? What if Donald Trump takes over Canada and builds a wall)

3. Decline ITA and wait for next favourable draw. Note though that Madam will lose 5 points in June so CRS will now drop from 449 to 445. What if the CRS doesn't fall again. This is also like my least favoured option o. Even my liver is reaching out to "konk" my head for thinking of this?

4. Take me out as "Non-Accompanying" and have her apply with the kids at the 445 score, hope they get the PR status, then start hustling a regular Canadian Visa after they do. Note that I would need to go with them for a few weeks when relocating to settle them in before coming back to the hustle in the "Obodo Naija"

So this is my dilemma...will appreciate any advice from the house generally or anyone who's been in this sort of scenario.

Again, thanks to everyone making this thread a source of information and inspiration on this journey.

Regards,

BoboXIV

Hi,

You do not need to be impatient to submitting an expired IELTS result (your application may be rejected). Also, if you truly want to migrate with your family, you don't need to declare yourself as "non-accompanying" spouse.

June is a long time and you have a good CRS score. I'll advice you decline your ITA and get all your documents ready (including your valid IELTS result) before submitting your next application.

lordbeans:
I added two degrees (B.Sc and M.Sc) in my WES application, I am now thinking of withdrawing my B.Sc due to the ongoing NASU strike. My question is:- is it possible to assess only M.Sc and not B.Sc in WES?. My M.Sc was done in the U.K. while my B.Sc was done in Nigeria; will they be any negative implication when applying for PR?; if the answers to my aforementioned questions are yes and no respectively then how do I go about assessing only my M.Sc given that I have created my WES Profile already and paid for assessment for both degrees?

Hi,

If your profession is regulated, that means you need to get a professional licence before you practice in Canada then I'll advice you to be patient and assess both of your degrees. Also, if you desire to advance your studies in Canada, then this is another reason why you should assess both of your degrees. This is because WES can permanently store your verified transcripts and certificates in their data base and post it to any institution of your choice when you are ready to use them (saves future stress and cost).

However, if you the think securing your PR quickly is more important and you wouldn't need a professional licence or further studies, then you can withdraw your lower degree from being assessed. As doing this will not affect your PR application.

All the best.

arbiee:
Hi,i sent you a request/mail.Please i would need some few clarifications from you.
Thanks

I've replied your message.

Hello all, I'm sharing this to encourage others.

I started my journey by considering both Canadian and Australian Immigration but made up my mind to drop Australia movement for that of Canada due to the cost involved, also Canada PR process looked more straight forward to me.

ECA
I decided to use WES for my assessment because I'm an Engineering professional and WES is needed in processing future professional engineering qualifications in Canada, as well as sending transcripts to Canadian Universities in the future. Also, I took the pain to assess both my BEng and MSc degrees (both from Nigerian schools) because of the above reasons.
I started processing my WES application in August 15, 2017 and my WES E-copy report got ready in Nov 30, 2017 (timeline 2.5 months). My WES hardcopy report got to my apartment- delivered by NIPOST on January 4, 2018 (used standard delivery, $7). Although, I have never used the hardcopy.

IELTS
Took my exam on October 14, 2017 and passed on first attempt LRWS 8.5, 8, 7.5, 7.5 (Max point for Express Entry)
-My study tips
I studied for two months (1 month intensive).
I printed the test answer booklets for reading, listening and writing test (got them free online). Reason is because I wanted to simulate typical exam conditions and I also practiced using a stopwatch.
-Listening
I practiced using the Cambridge material from 2016 to the end. A week to my exam, I did two listening test everyday in order to stay sharp. To be honest, I hardly scored 8 during practice and multi choice questions were my weakness so I spent more time at these. During my exam, I followed the audio recording by moving my pencil beneath the sentences on my question sheet in order to constantly stay focused. I ensured I read all instructions carefully.

-Reading
I practiced using all the past questions on General training reading that I could lay my hands on. I ensured I timed myself to finish in 45mins and checked my work with 15mins. I rarely scored 8 during practice. During my exam, I finished under 50mins, checked my work with 10mins(very helpful because I discovered some mistakes, which I corrected).

-Writing
www.ieltsliz.com was a great companion. I adopted all her different essay and letter formats(very helpful). I wrote at least 1 essay per day (most times). I read using a digital dictionary (for looking up words). I practiced with a stopwatch and tried to finished both parts under 50mins so that I could use the 10mins left for checks. During my practice, I knew how many lines I needed to write, to achieve the required minimum number of words (since I used the IELTS answer sheet). During my test, I finished under 45mins and used 15mins for checks.
-Speaking
I practiced using a voice recorder, which made it possible for me to assess myself. Sometimes I practiced in front of my wife (she acted as the examiner). During my test, I had a relaxed conversation with the test official. I tried to expand my speech, such that the examiner always had to stop me.

I noticed that I was more interested in learning/improving my English language skills than just passing the IELTS test. So it turned into a stronger desire for me. I also realised that passing IELTS can only be done by understanding the test (tricks, structure and rules). To understand IELTS one has to learn from tutors such as Liz and then practice what they have learnt.

I spent more time and resources practicing for IELTS because I needed to overcome my weakness. I gave it my time (despite my 9-5 job) and studied as if my life depended on it. I prepared and wrote my test such that my wife (a nursing mother) won't have to write and also save the money.

My CRS is 454 (lost 27 points since I'm married and my spouse didn't write IELTS or did ECA, but it didn't matter)
Created my profile Dec 5, 2017 got ITA Dec 6, 2017.

I'm presently on AOR stage- Jan 12, 2018.
I'll give detailed update on how I packaged my application for submission on a different post.

Special thanks to God for His grace, and everyone who took out time to contribute on this platform.

Godspeed also to all those preparing for IELTS, waiting for ITA or expecting PPR.

It will end in praise!

Princelye:
Hello, my name is Princely and I am new to this group and Nairaland as well. I am a civil engineer and I have intentions of migrating to Australia through the skilled immigration process. I have taken my IELTS (L8R7S7.5W7). i am ready to submit my CDR to Engineers Australia. Please is anybody at this stage so we can be immigration buddies? And any one beyond this stage please comment i could really do with some help and inspiration. cheers

Hi, I'm also at this stage in my application. My contact is lucious477@gmail.com

Hello everyone,

Thanks for all the vital info on this thread. WES has sent my verification to UNILAG. I think its important for me to follow up on this process. Please for those who have succesfully passed through this stage, I need help on a genuine contact(s) ‭that I can work with, or useful steps that I can take.

Cheers!

grammy010:



WES is faster for UNILAG but only if you can get someone fast track it for you. I can link you up with someone but it would be at additional cost. Transcript request cost N2,500 and courier to Canada cost N16000. Though they can use NIPOST for N400 but delivery is at your own peril.