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woleolu1:
Congratulations to the PR recipients.
How were you able to submit your remedicals. Was it through your profile or csc portal?

Hi. Remedicals as per IME will be submitted by the hospital I.e IOM or Qlife
Upfront medicals is usually submitted via webform

mummyDsquare:
Dear House please I need to understand something. Please is there anyone who has received their medical reports from IOM and any of the result parameters showed "Abnormal" ? Does it affect anything or will it affect one getting their medicals passed? IOM said they had sent our report and forwarded a copy to us and everything on my report shows normal but my spouse's Serum Creatinine shows "Abnormal" the figure there was 71ml .... He has gone for another follow up serum creatinine test on his own and was told with his results that his level is normal. With that out of the way, please I want to know if there's anyone who has had any parameter "Abnormal" and still got medicals passed since its neither syphilis nor tuberculosis or mental illness. Abeg someone help with an answer so I can get clarity. thank you and God bless.

Hi. Your worry is valid but know that IOM will always inform applicants of any serious issues that can lead to a failed medical from IRCC and would advise the applicant if to do additional tests or not.
My advise is to call or visit IOM to clarify on the "Abnormal" parameter. It may be nothing but at least just for rest of mind.

RektGeo:
Finally got RFV email a few days ago.

Congratulations. More wins.

Oyinkanbad:
Good evening,
Thinking of using Lagos VFS but I cant seem to find the biometrics confirmation slip (biometrics was done ins 2018 for a visiting visa). What can i do please. thank you.

Hi. Send Lagos Vfs an email or call to know what they'd advise. But my guess is that you'd have to pay transmission fees.

Shindar:
Thanks you, and I appreciate the detailed response. I'm seeing disparities in prices, pls which is more recent? Do you know?

I used Lagos Vfs. But Dimple10 provided an update.

Shindar:
Hi there, how do I send my passport directly to Accra Vfs? I'll like a detailed explanation if you don't mind the stress. Almost 2 1/2 years of waiting for this so I don't want to make mistakes if you understand. Thanks

Hi. I understand you completely. Congratulations on your PPR.

This is the process to send your passport to Accra:
Submitting passport(s) to Accra VFS without using Lagos VFS.

Gather all documents required by IRCC and VFS Accra. Including payment teller(s) for the sum of GHC 405 to ( paid per person to vfs GH's account. (See further instruction on addendum 1 below)

Put all documents in an envelope and proceed to DHL or any courier of your choice and pay for a one-way delivery to:

Canadian Visa Application Centre(In Partnership with International Organisation for Migration),
Baptist Convention House,
Abelemkpe Road,
Abelemkpe,
Info.canghaiom@vfshelpline.com
+233 50 129 5270

VFS Global Accra, who will then submit to the high commission.

Addendum 1:
Bank details:
Bank Account name – International Organization for Migration
Bank name – ECOBANK Ghana Limited
Account Branch: Head office
BIC/SWIFT Code – ECOCGHAC
Account Number – 1441000695744
Address;
(cvac operated in partnership with OIM/IOM)

Payment can be made through any family or friend resident in Ghana. There are also agents who can help with this if neccesary.

Other Things to note:
1. Get your tracking number and monitor on DHL tracker till its recieved by Vfs gh
2. Wait for the VFS tracking details— they will give you update on when it will be sent to IRCC and when it will be returned to you
3. Wait for the return of your passport— VFS also uses DHL to return— you don't pay for it, it's included in the GHC 405

ireneayeni:
Good morning All, Please can someone assist with providing IRCC address, I need to put it as part of the Information my bank is to Include on my Bank Statement letter. Thank you al in advance

Central Intake Office (CIO)
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Sydney, Nova Scotia,
Canada.

GraciousWords took time to beef up page one with lots of information. We should try and be using it for reference.

wickedbandit007:
Has anyone here tried sending their passport directly to Canada High Commission in Ghana. What would I need?

Not possible. If it were possible, Accra Vfs will become redundant.

Smithsonian12:
Hi Hi,
Please can you help clarify the following. I noticed the PPR emails people receive contain minute differences and can request slightly varying data or forms
1. Did you pay the RPRF upfront? If yes, when sending your documents after PPR, did you attach the receipt of the RPRF? Kindly see attached screenshot...I had paid RPRF upfront when submitting my application so I didn't bother going back to print and add the receipt
2. After mailing through DHL, any idea how long it'll take for VFS to confirm that they've received your package or what's the next likely step to track progress?

Hi
1. I paid RPRF upfront and I didn't attach the receipt when sending my documents to Vfs Lagos
2. Vfs will notify you via email through the various stages of processing your documents. Vfs will also provide you with a tracking number. It can take up to 2weeks before Vfs confirms that they've received your package.

ChiefVal:
Thank you.
I forgot to ask, if you are a family of 2, do you need 2 cvac consent forms? Or is 1 from the PA enough?

You'll need two cvac forms. One for each family member. PA should fill and sign for minors if there are any

charlesu69:
Hi, please whats the difference in processing times between VFS Lagos and Accra?

The processing time for Vfs Lagos is about 6/7 weeks. Vfs Lagos sends to Accra vfs for processing. So by sending directly to Accra, you're reducing the processing time by about 2 weeks. 2 weeks being the time it takes Vfs lagos to send your file to Accra.

lga23:
Hello house, Please can anyone point me to how I can send my passport to Accra vfs? Thank you.

Hi
Check the last post on page 140

hizzylife:
Will Canada start FSW draws ever again? This silence is deafening. The wait is not funny again o. I'm so fixated on this process and country. Hope is gradually slipping away. #sigh

Don't lose hope. Draws for FSW is predicted to resume by the 3rd or 4th quarter of 2022. Canada still need lots more immigrants. The process may change, but the need will still be there. Don't just wait though. Explore other options as well.

ChiefVal:
hello, please since you don’t need to pay for 2-way delivery of your passport, where do you inform them of your return address?

Hi
On page 2 of the CVAC consent form which you're to fill, there's provision to provide home address, email, phone number etc.

Lotusgoddess:
It's for everyone who is fully vaccinated. It was effective as of April 1st. No more pre-arrival test for fully vaccinated travellers.

Okay. Thanks. Really appreciate

mobenjackson:
No. We didn't get down from the plane. It was a refuel that didn't last more than 45mins.

Hi. Congratulations once again and your landing gist was an interesting read. I know you've said this once or twice, but just to confirm;
1. Are you saying if one is fully vaccinated, there's no need for the 72hr covid testing before boarding?
2. Can you advise if this is only applicable to Ethiopian airways or if it cuts across other airlines as well

Thanks in advance

Big4wig:
Can you throw more light on this??

Sup
Check page 1 of this thread for a detailed explanation on gift deed.

Allegory:
Yes you can, just talk to an immigration officer about it


People have been getting even with a year validity, Nigerian things are never that straightforward

Really? Didn't know this was possible

DFreeze:
Hi folks. I got my GCMS notes for the second time and I noticed the comment on Note 1 which was not there on the 1st GCMS notes I requested:
"Reassessment granted: Client is exempt from completing additional medical exam for their PR application as per the temporary Visa public policy. Please reassociate the IME number to the Visa file if the new validity date is not reflected in the system".
As per the second sentence in the quote above, does it in anyway entail that PPR is close? Or what can one deduce from this, please?
Any comment will be appreciated.
Thanks folks.

Hi
My deduction is that;
1. Your medicals was extended hence the term 'exempt'
2. The second sentence is a directive to update your new medical expiration date on your visa file
3. PPR is close

Big4wig:
Hello house.
I have an urgent question �
I and my brother are current signatories to an estate account of our late dad. Can such account be accepted as a valid proof of funds?. An urgent reply would be appreciated. Tnx

Hi
I suggest that you do a gift deed

plat02:
Hi Seniors in the house. Please kindly help address this concern for me. I recently sent my passport to Accra. My passport validity is March 2023 and I hope to travel in June. Can I get a new passport before I travel? I intend to land briefly for few months and return to Nigeria. I don’t want to have passport validity issues when I leave. Please kindly help guide me

Hi
You can't get a new passport because your current passport has over 6 months before it expires.

canadaishome:
What's the best way to contact ircc if one is unable to meet an adr deadline please

Hi
1. Via phone call
2. Send a mail directly to your vo
3. Webform (recent trend shows that this option takes time)

ednut1:
usd. Cad is scarce and expensive in Nigeria

Ok
Thanks

Good day to everyone

Please is it best to enter Canada with CAD or USD?

Honeysweetest:
Wheww�, I have read and read,I can't find answers to this question I am about to ask.
First is there any lawyer's thread on this fsw.
I have been off chambers for some years,I still do lots of legal work,with my name and seal, how do I go about this reference letter stuff, I be my own boss ooo .
Since I must get a reference letter from a company or firm,with paychecks, how do I go about this����?
I don't have any registered firm or company, except my husband's company that I also work as their legal advisor on financial matters.
It is not a law firm.

Hi
1. If you were working before you became your own boss, you can use that as well so far as it was within the last ten years.

2. Follow this link for documents you're required to submit as per self employed
https://www.nairaland.com/6081746/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/567#101886861

3. If you were paid by your husband's company and can show proof of that, you can use that as well.

Lhezy:
Did u recall ur passport ?

I didn't send to London. I used Lagos VFS and the whole process took about 6 weeks.

clow:
Hello All
My passport expires in September and will have less than 6 months validity period next week, I am already on the process of renewal, and will be ready first week of june.
But I was asked to submit my passport within 21 days.
Any idea how I can go about it.

Hi
Please don't let the 21days expire without contacting IRCC and don't send the passport either. Cos they'll just return it without stamping it.
Webform takes about 2months to get a reply from IRCC. Your best bet is to call them.
PanicButton posted a hack earlier on how to call IRCC and it worked for Graciouswords. I think she added this info to page 1. So check page 1 for more info.
Cheers

Check here for the hack:
https://www.nairaland.com/6829885/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/125#111555546

stanvonne:
Hi. Please did VFS inform you by mail or any other means when your passport got to Lagos VFS? @MrPein

They informed me via mail. They even informed me when DHL picked it up from their office for delivery.

REDBULL1:
Yes my bro. I got a message about decision envelope and stuff, and then got another saying my passport has been received and is forwarded to IRCC for processing. I'm kinda confused.
I checked tracking and this is what I saw
"Visa application, tracking ID No **** Your processed passport has been forwarded to the Canada Visa Office on 2022/04/06. To know more, please call VAC helpline number or visit VAC website"
Any idea?
cc pein

Hi
It means your decision envelope has been sent from IRCC Accra to Vfs Accra. Vfs Accra will then send to vfs Lagos

Ovywils:
I had to do another PCC and contacted Inspector Moshood as I couldn't travel to Lagos, sent the older PCC and the only thing that changed is the certificate.
Fingerprint and the other page were restamped.
Is this okay??

Hi
It is okay. Your fingerprints don't change. So it was restamped to show that it was examined before a new certificate was issued.

PPR GIST

IDP IELTS: One sitting; L8.5R8.5W7.5S7.5
ECA: I used WES to evaluate my MSc
ITA: Oct 2019
AOR: Dec 2019

POF:
I used 100% gift deed from my eldest brother. My dad is late, so he has power of attorney. I opened a fixed deposit with the money. Docs I submitted;
1. Notarised gift deed
2. SOA showing when money entered my account
3. Fixed deposit certificate
4. Letter of non-indebtedness
5. Reference letter from GTBank
6. Bank teller used for the deposit

PCC:
1. Submitted UK PCC
2. For Nigeria PCC, I employed the services of the now famous Inspector Moshood. Nice man. I didn't have to travel. He did it and scanned it to me. My cousin who resides in Lagos later got the hardcopy from him.

EMPLOYMENT:
I used two NOCs
1st Employment: Nysc for 1year. Docs submitted;
1. Reference letter from my school in IRCC format
2. 1 year SOA showing salary inflow which I highlighted with a transparent marker

2nd Employment: For 2years. Docs submitted;
1. Reference letter in IRCC format
2. 6months payslips. 3 from each year

EDUCATION:
Docs submitted;
1. WAEC
2. BSc statement of result
3. MSc certificate
4. IELTS result

******LONG WAIT for almost 2years*****

NO ADR except for two Re-medicals cos medical expired twice
PPR: FEB 11th 2022
COPR: Apr 5th 2022

NB: The reason I submitted extra docs for my employment in addition to reference letters was because the school and company had little or no online presence. So I just decided to add proof of payment. When I ordered GCMS notes, I saw "employer could not be verified through web search". But my eligibility was already recommended passed. And I didn't get any ADRs. Guess my hunch paid off.

Thanks to everyone for all the help and assistance. My prayer is that all those waiting for PPR, ITA or whatever, will get it soonest rather than later. Be patient with a hopeful attitude. All the best to everyone. Cheers.

Kompressor:
That was quite the wait. Congrats

Thank you