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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by mcobex: 5:12pm On May 15, 2023

He will need a good reason why he wants to go now and not around July(ending) or August. Though he can say he wants to acclimatize with the new environment and visit places before school commence as he wont have time to do that when school resumes.
One of the main downside of going too early is that as soon as he enters BILLS begin to pile up, does he have that kind of money to spend(without working)?
I would advice he travels last week of July or first week of August.

GbarukoBajo:
Good afternoon
My brother got this visa but already deferred his admission to September
Can he still leave next month

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by mcobex: 3:03pm On May 13, 2023

It depends on you. Both ways aren't bad, depending on how you structure your application.
If the whole family must apply together, then they will have to show enough funds and also give genuine reasons why they MUST go together. They should also try to show good home ties(reasons to want to go back to Nigeria after studies).
If the principal applicant wants to apply first, it means proof of funds will be less and he/she can use the other family members back home as good home ties.
So, pick which choice you think will be better for you.
Ps: No two applications are the same, what works for Mr. A might not work for Mr. B. So, the ball is in your court.
Goodluck

Ashraf123:
Good afternoon Everyone,

As a family of 4, what are the chances of getting the visa approved if we apply once or should the main applicant only apply and file for the rest later? Pls which one is the best way to go?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by mcobex: 2:53pm On May 13, 2023

What was the reason for the ban? Because before the ban the applicant would be given some time to clear whatever concern the VO has. If the applicant can't convince the VO (with genuine proof) then ban comes in.
As for how to appeal, the applicant will have to seek the service of a registered immigration lawyer in Canada and he/she will file a case on behalf of the applicant (applicant don't have to be in Canada as he/she will be represented by the lawyer.

Ps: It'd be better if you share the reason of the ban here so I or other people can advise accordingly before seeking the service of any lawyer as it is expensive and some lawyers might not want to tell you the truth because they don't want to lose the money they hope to make from you.

Shugharland:
Good afternoon how does one appeal 5 years ban

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 22 by mcobex: 6:27pm On May 08, 2023

Wow! It has been a while. Nice to still see the thread waxing strong. Good luck to everyone. @Frankreuben how far?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 5:49am On Jan 26, 2021

Deohlarh20:
Hello ,please those in canada already can someone work off campus with the study permit or it's only on campus .Thanks

On and off campus, as long as you don't work more than the stipulated time you are given(about 20hrs/week during school session)

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 7:51pm On Jan 25, 2021

TeeMade:
@deomannuel, thanks bro. I nor know sey to go born for US na crime or because Trump administration refused to renew people's visas one must not do anything progressive abroad again.

Started my course online already and not particularly sure of what to do now sef but God dey sha.

It will end in praise for us all...

Sorry for the delay. If you have the resources and time you can appeal your case(you have a strong case), but if you don't want to go that route you can reapply again (upon receiving your gcms note) with the same documents.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 11:44am On Jan 25, 2021

lentomac:
Thanks xo much for this eye opener, this is very insightful. God bless you

Sequel to your last paragraph, the letter my family friend should write, who should she address it to, IRCC or CBSA ?

Thanks

The letter will only be needed on arrival at the airport, so it doesn't concern IRCC.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 8:34pm On Jan 23, 2021

adeenzo:
Nope, you cant get a PPR before medicals

Actually you can, but very rare. Someone got PPR before medical invitation about a week ago.
Though it is not the normal processing way but with God all protocols can be altered

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 5:31pm On Jan 21, 2021

Amycanada:
Please oooo, I want to ask... When someone receives medical request does it mean his/her visa will surely be approved?

I'm asking because when people say they have received a medical request,,,, congratulations up on congratulations will be dropping...

Medical invitation doesn't mean your application has been approved, but from experience it means it is almost approved (about 99.9%).

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 3:30pm On Jan 21, 2021

adeniyi3971:
I seriously want to forgo this nysc and focus to traveling this year! I’m confused

I will strongly advise against abandoning NYSC if you are to serve this year. You can pursue both at the same time, because as it is now the earliest you will start studying will be in September (that is if you have admission already).

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 3:24pm On Jan 21, 2021

OtunbaTee:
When I heard this stuff I thought it was a joke..but I decided to act on it. I stopped and deleted all negative comments on my social media, I even changed my name in some ,since someone told me it's part of the background check they do. But today i confirmed it and I am really shocked... pls see this reason for refusal below...

Some applicants don't know how far these VOs can go and they take things for granted. Nairaland is very popular and some VOs do come here to read people's comments. When I see people saying they will out money in their account and remove it while their application is still active I just laugh.
A WORD IS ENOUGH FOR THE WISE.
Congratulations on your approval

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 12:07pm On Jan 21, 2021

Makah00:
hello sir, I’ve picked a school - university of Saskatchewan that offers masters in finance which is 2 years . These are the documents they are requesting
-language proficiency requirement
-minimum score of 500 on gmat/gre
-contact three referee
I) letter of recommendation
II) two referees. Must be academic contacts
III) third may be academic or professional
What should I do next

On the same page you saw the admission requirements, there's a link for language proficiency requirement:
https://grad.usask.ca/admissions/english-countries-institutions.php#EligibilityforExemption

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 11:54am On Jan 21, 2021

unilag100:
Good morning. I want to ask you something

Are you saying that the fund for Sch fees should be in my sponsors account and not mine that only living expense should be in my account?

Who is your sponsor to you? If it is a 3rd party (not your parents or siblings) then he/she needs to either pay your tuition fee directly to the school before you apply (but please get to know the school's refund policy before making any payment) or transfer the tuition fee and living expenses into your personal account and write a letter of support explaining everything.
If the sponsor is not a 3rd party then they can decide to either transfer funds to you or leave it int their account while you use their SOA to apply.

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 7:16am On Jan 21, 2021

silvamania:
I made one mistake , I have submitted my Passpoort to VFS already and I guess one of the requirements of Form A is the international passport (although I have the copy) dont know if that will be accepted but the deadline is fast approaching .

I will probably use the Form A if I can’t find anyone here

Thanks

The copy of your passport will be accepted, just tell them you submitted it along with your application, but make sure you show them proof (application slip).

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 7:15am On Jan 21, 2021

silvamania:
I made one mistake , I have submitted my Passpoort to VFS already and I guess one of the requirements of Form A is the international passport (although I have the copy) dont know if that will be accepted but the deadline is fast approaching .

I will probably use the Form A if I can’t find anyone here
The copy of your passport will be accepted, just tell them you submitted it along with your application, but make sure you show them proof (application slip).

Thanks

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 6:21am On Jan 21, 2021

silvamania:
Good morning,

Who has any sure contact in Canada for tuition payments and I will transfer the equivalent amount here ??

Please let me know

Thanks

All the best

Why don't you use the platforms authorized by your intended institution? Just be careful so you don't hear stories later

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 6:07pm On Jan 20, 2021

oyebode11:
Good Afternoon House

I'm looking to apply for a Master's Programme in Canada. But before I begin the process I'll like to know if Canada does Extensive Immigration/ Background check for Student visa applicants. I don't have a Criminal record in Nigeria. But I had one in the Uk and was also deported a few years ago. If I don't state that I have traveled to the UK. Would Canadian immigration find out about my Criminal record and Deportation?

Yes they do, so it is better you declare it and tell them how the said issue came about.
What kind of criminal activity was it that got you deported? If it is something you can explain then you might be considered, but if not I doubt they will allow you into Canada.
But it is better you declare it and try to explain your reasons behind it and let them know times have changed since then, if you don't declare they will eventually know and that's around 5 years ban and makes your cases even more complicated

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 5:45pm On Jan 20, 2021

femredhead:
Can someone answer question 2 please.

If you are sponsoring yourself then you have to show funds to cover the entire duration of your program because you are not supposed to work while studying (even if you do it won't be enough to cover for your fees as you are only allowed to work around 20hrs/week). But if you have a sponsor then he/she needs to show available fund for at least the first year then show means of getting funds to cover subsequent years.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 5:10pm On Jan 20, 2021

Makah00:
okay okay should I apply for two schools or I should just focus on one , thanks

If you can afford the application fee, I will STRONGLY advise you apply to more than one school (the more the better)

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 5:08pm On Jan 20, 2021

mastmony:
Good afternoon house,
Please eligibility review started today. Also, they said they are already reviewing my medical result. My concern is that, I didn't Medical request letter neither did I do upfront medical. I was just wondering what medical result they are reviewing. I hope it wont have any negative effect on my application.

Hopefully you will get medical invitation soon. I will advise you book for your medical date ASAP (pending when IRCC officially sends your medical invitation).

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 4:04pm On Jan 20, 2021

Queenmama03:
Please ooo. This "my bank ticket" everyone is talking about, my main account is first bank which is not on the platform and I will be sponsoring myself. I hope they still accept the regular statement of account?

Yes they still accept it since not all banks are offering the Mybankstement services

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 2:13pm On Jan 20, 2021

Makah00:
I googled2 schools that offer masters in finance - McMaster university and university of Saskatchewan. They require gmat/gre, ielts, toefl. I asked someone and he said I should just write only ielts . I’m confused

Are you going for post graduate program? Most schools exempt Nigerians from taking IELTS or any other English exams since Nigeria is an English speaking country and the language of instruction for schools in Nigeria is English language. I haven't checked McMasters if they exempt Nigerians, but I am sure Saskatchewan does. Read the pages well and you will get the information you seek

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 10:37am On Jan 20, 2021

PotentialNurse:
Hello everyone,

I am new to this thread. I have applied for admission to 2 schools in Canada (yet to get a decision). In the main time, I wanted to know if there is anything I need to start doing like I read some pages back about building of personal account which I don’t understand. My mum will be my sponsor and her bank statement will be in USD(a US bank statement), will that be a problem during my application?

Your mom's account in whatever currency won't be a problem. Building of account is for people who prior to the interest to study in Canada have account that is not active. In your case you have nothing to worry about since you mom's account has been active and has regular inflow/outflow.

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 10:33am On Jan 20, 2021

MsJanez01:
Thanks for your response.
Also, I work in a bank but I intend getting a letter from a friend's company which is about 2years old but the company is doing well. He has agreed to state that he is offering to partner with me after studies in Canada. He agreed to provide all his company's document. I intend to use this as an home tie. Pls any input about this? Is it a welcome idea? I am skeptical abt going ahead or not

Good idea, will be even better if your intended program is related to what the company is into

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 8:32am On Jan 20, 2021

MsJanez01:
Hello @Frankrobbn1

I am applying for a study permit but I was denied a tourist visa in 2019 and was in the EE pool but expired now. Do I need to mention both while writing my LOE/SOP?

You don't really have to mention it in your LOE, but MAKE sure you thick "YES" on the application form when asked if you have ever applied or been denied Canada or any other country's visa in the past (also state the reason for the denial). Doing that on the form should be enough.
N.B: To be clear, I said it doesn't really matter if you mention it in your LOE simply because the denied application isn't related to study and the requirement is different from that of studies. The most important place to say it will be on your application form, where you will asked if you have ever applied or been denied visa before. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU ANSWER "YES" TO THAT

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 1:59am On Jan 20, 2021

NOTICE!!!
To all those trying to withdraw or return all the money in their account after printing SOA, please be careful so you don't come back here to cry. IRCC can be unpredictable and have the right to ask for another SOA after the first SOA, imagine if they do and there's nothing in your account.
Just be careful, please o

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 1:36am On Jan 20, 2021*

Makah00:
hello sir , can I message you ... I’m planning to go for masters In finance after my nysc service . I don’t know where to start from

Sorry I don't reply DMs for now, but kindly ask all questions here and they will be attended to as fast as possible.
To have an idea on how to start kindly read the first page of this part and you will see the list of documents to submit and also links on very important steps to take. Also compare the information with that of www.cic.gc.ca just to be sure you are doing the right thing.
For admission, check all schools offering your intended course and their requirements to see which fits you ( financially and otherwise).
GOOD LUCK

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 1:33am On Jan 20, 2021

Damidolly:
Let me say this
Im working in a bank and most times, embassies only write the bank to confirm if truly the statement and reference letter are real. They don't ask for sitting balance of account holders.
Once the bank confirm the statement and reference letter to be real, that settles the case.

You didn't address my point, so what happens if the embassy request for updated SOA again during the process? Or you don't know cases like that do happen?
Also, I can tell you for free with my experience I have seen cases where the vo stated in more than one applicant's gcms note the activities in the applicant's bank account after SOA submission because they withdrew the money after applying. That's an argument we have had on this platform some years ago and I don't think I will want to continue that now.
Stay safe

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 1:26am On Jan 20, 2021

Deohlarh20:
I'm lost .You mean even presently those that their passport were requested for recently also would go through this ? I thought once the passport is stamped that's all or am I wrong ?

The stamp on your passport is a temporary resident visa(TRV) that allows you to travel to Canada, on arrival at the airport the immigration officer will now go through your admission letter to see the duration of your course, it it that duration of your course that will now determine the number of years study/work permit that will be issued to you.
Getting the study permit at the airport doesn't take much time (you might be asked some questions about what's the name of your school, your course or asked nothing).
DO YOU UNDERSTAND IT NOW?

Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 8:25pm On Jan 19, 2021

buzzme:
.... Hi @mcobex, so how long would the initial study visa be valid??... I mean, the first visa you would get before getting the study permit at the POE.

It will surely end in praise.

The TRV is just to gain you access to Canada, on arrival you will be given a study/work permit depending on the duration of your program (at least 1 year)

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 7:54pm On Jan 19, 2021

shawtylil:
hi please, can i ask a question real quick. Let’s say I get my visa in February, can i travel to Canada the same month when my classes are starting april or is there a certain amount of days before your resumption date you can come cause I want to work a little. I’m 17 sorry, i don’t know much about this

Traveling 2 months to resumption isn't bad, but with the current pandemic and the fact lessons are done online I will advise you travel 1 month to resumption.
Another thing is, if you are going 2 months to resumption it means more expenses (rent, food and other utilities).
So, think about it before making your move

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Travel › Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 18 by mcobex: 7:47pm On Jan 19, 2021

Ayokaq:
I got refuse today base on purpose of visit

Second application
November 16 applicant
Received NSE request on December 15
Submitted the required documents on dec 16
Upfront medical on January 15
BVL Jan 18
Refusal Jan 19

Sorry about the delay. Kindly give your full profile to give us an idea, your intended program, previous education history (if any).
While we await your response, please try to order for your gcms note immediately to have an idea of the vo's thought

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