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TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 6:25am On Dec 09, 2023
That is not a problem, when she gets her extension, he can apply online or flagpole immediately to get his extension as well to the new date now given to his wife.

Don't waste time unless you have enough of it.


Good luck!

letsfarmnigeria:
You can apply before it expires but if u can be patient a little wait for her to get an extension reason is that if you apply now they will grant you visa until the date her current visa expires and will extend it only when her new application is approved so u see the choice is yours
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 6:22am On Dec 09, 2023
You have the option to apply now or later, based on your readiness.

Regarding the extension of her study permit until 2025, you didn't provide many details, which limits my ability to offer specific advice. However, I'll outline two possible scenarios:

1. If she needs to retake a failed course, she will likely get the extension. However, if the courses are few, her study permit status might change to part-time. This could significantly impact a spouse planning to apply for a SOWP.

2. If she's starting a new course for a year, that's straightforward. However, I recommend starting the SOWP application process now or preparing all necessary documentation to justify why you need to join your spouse immediately. If your SOWP application is pending when the extension is approved, you'll just need to update your application with the new documents via webforms to IRCC.

Good luck!



Shukusheka:
Guys please I need urgent clarification.

My wife study permit & student visa expires July next year. The plan is to extend her study permit an additional year to 2025. Can I apply for SOWP next year using her study permit alone once her visa expires? Does she need to apply for student visa extension before I can apply for SOWP?

Your urgent response will be appreciated.
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 6:11am On Dec 09, 2023
Nothing on that yet. I can't advise on that now until it is announced.

If i get any inform, i will share it.

Good luck!

ianian:
This will affect POF for SOWP too?

Will 4k still stand? what is the new amount for dependent of international students
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 11:58pm On Dec 07, 2023
They have the option to apply now or at a later time. What the IRCC representatives primarily seek is a consistency with your original intent, and if there are any changes, they'll want to know the reasons. If you can effectively communicate "a compelling love story", the application for your spouse and children will also likely be approved, provided they fulfill the other necessary criteria.

Good luck to them!

ayandee:
I saw your comment and think it may be helpful for a friend. He used his family as tie. He was issued visa for Study starting in May 2024. He's thinking of applying sowp for spouse and sp for kids. Is this advisable or it's better he lands first. Course duration is one year
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 11:52pm On Dec 07, 2023
Dear Nairalanders,

There is a new update for the cost of living for study permit applicant now in Canada. This will take effect from 1st of January, 2024.

Please follow the link below to keep yourself abreast. They are really raising the bar up there - more than 100% increment sad sad sad. Please, you all should reevaluate your POF and plans.


https://www.cicnews.com/2023/12/ircc-increases-cost-of-living-requirement-for-study-permit-applicants-1241757.html?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter-20231207#gs.1awbpr

Good luck!
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 3:10am On Dec 06, 2023
Building on folla's recommendation, I suggest that you gather all necessary documents and apply after three months. This approach tends to be more beneficial than applying after just one or two months. In cases where my clients have sufficient funds, I typically advise them to apply at the same time.

Good luck!

folla:
In your husband's SOP, ensure you explain the sudden change in plan. That is, why your husband and the children now wish to travel with you.

Your husband's home tie will now be his parents, your parents, his siblings, landed property and his professional associations (if applicable).
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 3:05am On Dec 06, 2023
No, it's essentially the same; people simply refer to it in the manner they deem suitable.

Good luck!

esperiense:
Hi guys, for the application for the Spouse Open Work Permit. Am I supposed to write the Purpose of Travel and Letter or Explanation separately?
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 7:03pm On Dec 02, 2023
You have a place under your optional section (Client information) where you can add all documents that do not have its own section.

Hope this helps!


Good luck!

Jonmmo:
Please, I’m applying for SOWP for my wife and I realized there’s no where to upload her POF. Is it as a result of something I did wrong in the questions I answered or I can go ahead and add her POF to the Client Information Document?
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 6:55pm On Dec 02, 2023
NO, they are your dependent.

Good luck!

jscoder:
Hi Gurus,

I am applying for a study permit for my 5 and 8-year-olds. on form imm1294e it says "If you are less than 17 years of age, you must fill out the Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) form"

Am I required to fill out form IMM 5646 ie. (The custodianship declaration form for minors)?

Please help
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 2:07pm On Dec 01, 2023
Smiles...

My response is still same.

1. She does not need to pay the balance before you are attended to - as far her study permit is still current/valid and not out of status.

2. You can do upfront medical if you haven't done one before in the last 5 years. IRCC has anew regulations when it comes to medical. If you have done medical in the last 5years, inmost cases you are not required to medical again unless of course you are going to be working in the health sector.

For medical, you can read more from the link here: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/application/medical-police/medical-exams.html

Hope this helps!

God will crown all our efforts and good deeds!


Qwetutter:
@okukuone you didn't get question correctly, my spouse is already in Canada and she went for 8months course, i’m the one that applied for sowp, and her tuition fee remain a sum of $3000 cad, what i’m saying is that, do we need to pay the balance of her tuition fee before my sowp will be approved or proceed to medical, I need an answer to this?

👇these was the messages I posted before, kindly assist

Good day everyone, please I need answers to this question, I applied for Sowp and I did my biometric on 12th of July, however, I received message from ircc, that I should provide more evidence, the agent said they requested for spouse schools and course registration which we pay part of the tuition fee, and he uploaded it, furthermore, I haven't received message from ircc ever since then but the course my spouse went for is 8months course, the tuition fee balance to pay now is $3,000 cad, please is it a must we pay the full payment for tuition before I received approval or to proceed to medical aspect? Please I need answer to this? The wait is killing
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 3:50am On Dec 01, 2023
Good day all Nairaland,

It's been quite some time since I last stopped by, and I'm happy to see many new capable leaders among us.

I encourage everyone to continue the excellent work and to support each other during these times.

My job has kept me quite busy, but I want to give a shout-out to those who have been offering helpful guidance here. Well done!

Tonight, I'm here specifically to offer encouragement to anyone feeling on the verge of giving up. Remember, success doesn't always come quickly. For some, it might be a matter of weeks, for others a month, two months, or even a year. But in the end, many have achieved their goals and are now in Canada. You could be next. Keep believing, pray, and continue to be diligent in your efforts.
We all shall celebrate.


God's blessings
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 3:40am On Dec 01, 2023
You do not need to pay the balance School Fee before your receive Study Permit.

I wish you all the best

Qwetutter:
Good day everyone, please I need answers to this question, I applied for Sowp and I did my biometric on 12th of July, however, I received message from ircc, that I should provide more evidence, the agent said they requested for spouse schools and course registration which we pay part of the tuition fee, and he uploaded it, furthermore, I haven't received message from ircc ever since then but the course my spouse went for is 8months course, the tuition fee balance to pay now is $3,000 cad, please is it a must we pay the full payment for tuition before I received approval or to proceed to medical aspect? Please I need answer to this? The wait is killing
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 12:36am On Oct 17, 2023
A month or more

Dberrydalob:
Hello house please how long does it take to get the gcms note once requested??
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 11:41pm On Oct 07, 2023
question not clear.

If I guess correctly, we have one-year courses in Canada.

milliondollarma:
Do they have one year program for masters or any related programs... I know UK do have one year masters programs
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 11:52pm On Oct 05, 2023
Send the slip you were given via a webform.

Good luck!

Abbeybaba:
Gentlemen, please how do I update my new medical report. My visa approved and passport returned but medical expired some days after approved. I have done new one. How do I upload it.

Thanks
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 5:09pm On Oct 02, 2023
It means you should not sit back or sleep, it means you still need to push to get your visa approaval.

Send them emails and webform till you hear from them.


Good luck!

CanadaInJesusna:
Hello family.

What does it mean when ones application is on eligibility review and has also passed the normal processing time?

My wife is scared
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 5:07pm On Oct 02, 2023
Send the document given to you in your medical through a webform. Though, if you do or do not, IOM are meant to forwarrd same to IRCC. But I will encourage you to do that as soon as you can.

Good luck!

ZoeAkorede:
Good morning guys

Please what is the next thing to do after IRCC sent a medical request and the client have undergone the medical exercise?

Is he expected to wait till IOM send the medical results to IRCC

Or is there any action required of the client?
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 5:03pm On Oct 02, 2023
You are not meant to print any document. Just write your name on that space including the date.

Good luck!

opessi:
Good morning House, please the colomn for signature on imm1295e.. Should I just put my name there or do I need to print it out and sign after feeling the form online??...i will be glad if I get a quick response.
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 12:45pm On Sep 28, 2023
Is preferable student spouse travels first, but if the funds for POF is there, is way better to go together.

Either way is okay if you have a strong SOP.


Good luck!

Kenn55:
Please guys,

Someone I know has gotten his PPR but it's late to start coming as school has resumed. He has deferred to sep 2024 and will be coming to Canada around July 2024.
The initial plan was to arrive first before applying for the spouse SOWP, since he can't arrive till July, can the spouse apply for SOWP now while he is still in Nigeria? Or must the spouse wait for him to land first before she applies for SOWP? Thanks
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 12:43pm On Sep 28, 2023
Abbasdaughter:
Good morning everyone,
I'm currently filling the visitor visa form for my 4 year old son, and it's asking for how long does he intend to stay in canada.....it is also asking how much he is bringing,.....do I just put my proof of fund? Yes
Note: we are using both mine and my husband's account for proof of fund
Do I put the duration of my husband's study as the time he will be staying in Canada,? Yes
Thank you in advance

Good luck!
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:33pm On Sep 22, 2023
If you are granted a Study Permit along with a Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) in Canada while your spouse is an international student, you are generally allowed to start working right away once you arrive in Canada. You don't need to wait for your spouse's program to begin. The SOWP is designed to allow the spouse or common-law partner of an international student to work in Canada while the student is studying.

However, it's important to ensure that your SOWP allows you to work immediately upon arrival, as the terms and conditions of work permits can vary based on individual circumstances and the specific details of your application.

Good luck!

nnamdi346:
My spouse's school starts in January 2024.

Does anyone know if I can work with an open permit from October??
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:30pm On Sep 22, 2023
YES!

Kurukuru:
Does the holder of SOWP visa need an introduction letter at the port of entry in Canada?
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:22pm On Sep 20, 2023
meaning your proposed plan is okay.

Abbasdaughter:
You said that you will advice me to go with my dream, but I didn't understand what you meant by that
Thank you
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:25am On Sep 20, 2023
send me an email.

AOJoy:
I have Finance background.
I did the first application myself and I got GCMS note for the first refusal for Financial Technology course in 2021

Afterwards, I decided to go to the UK for study. I finished my study in the UK, but I have been an Healthcare Assistant for about 1 year now. So I decided to go for a Continuing Care Assistant program. I explained the reason why I am switching in my SOP. I applied the second time in July 2023. I used about 4 bank statements in pounds with a total of 35,000 pounds balance and 9,000 USD mutual funds balance. That in my calculations was above 60,000 CAD and my school fees is 20,000 CAD.

The second refusal was on Financial reasons so I thought the VO made a mistake because of the multiple bank statements that I submitted. I transferred all my pounds into one account, and reapplied. I also explained the reasons for transferring all the money into one account in the new SOP.

I used an agent for my second and third application. I did not get GCMS notes for the second one.I have attached a copy of the refusal statement.

Please I need recommendations on an immigration lawyer or consultant that can help.
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:46pm On Sep 19, 2023
Let's all be careful how we throw our money at people volunteering to assist us with one thing or the other. Be sure before you give out your hard earned money.

Good luck!

Dberrydalob:
hi I’m interested in this
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 12:27pm On Sep 18, 2023
not clear what you meant

[quote author=Abbasdaughter post=125867474][/quote]
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:12am On Sep 18, 2023
if you have good POF with a good love story, then I will advise you to run with your dream.

Good luck!

Abbasdaughter:
Good evening everyone
I'm here again....I have a huge question that has been weighing on my mind
I work as an Administrator for an NGO, but I don't get salary payslips because we are not registered yet and we've been operating for the past 5 years (thinking of registering now)
I also sew clothes seldomly but not as a strong source of income
My question is, will I be asked to provide salary slips or tax clearance?
Which one is preferred, an administrator or self employed in my work history?
My salary is usually send among the fund for other programs/outreaches we may be planning to do, so it's usually rare for my salary to be sent alone
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m):
Let your spouse apply for SOWP and VV for your kid.

Good luck!

alexsim:
Greetings good people of Nairaland!

I am currently pursuing my studies in Canada, having commenced in the fall of 2023. It has been just under a month since I started my academic journey here. My study permit is valid for two years and includes a co-op program. During the application process, I found myself in a situation where I became pregnant, and it is almost 7 months old. The workload at school has become quite overwhelming, and I often find myself exhausted upon returning home from numerous classes and with so much assignments to deal with. Unfortunately, there is no available assistance for me.

Given these circumstances, I am interested in having my husband and our two-year-old daughter join me in Canada. I am seeking your advice on which type of visa would be the most suitable for them to apply for: a visitor visa or a Spouse Open Work Permit (SOWP)? While the SOWP option is a concrete plan, I want to explore all available options to ensure the best course of action for our situation.

I would greatly appreciate your insights and guidance on this matter. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 12:41am On Sep 15, 2023
Yes bo$$

milliondollarma:
ok... after 3months, are we processing as dependant or what exactly.... No mind my question... I no sabi
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 7:34pm On Sep 14, 2023
how much is medical?

please do not take chances. Do what you need to do if you medical have expired.


Good luck!

Abbeybaba:
Good morning here,
Please I have a question.

Do I need to do medical again if the medical expire before someone leave after visa.

Thanks,
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:20am On Sep 14, 2023
Is doable, all needed is little planning.

You can get started by allowing madam to come in for a one-certificate course and you and the kids plan on joining her after like 2 to 3 months. However, if you want all of you to leave at the same time look for additional 10M and draft a very appealing SOP and the restthey say is history.

The Healthcare sector is hot and in demand. Do a proper research.


Good luck!

milliondollarma:
Hello good ppl.

I need your input. I de reason comot Nigeria with my family possibly Canada or any other suitable country.

My wife studied pharmacy and currently doing her internship with 2kids
Me na Engineer working with electricity company. My budget is 25M.
TravelRe: Canada Spouse Open Work Permit (sowp)timeline by OkukuOne(m): 1:14am On Sep 14, 2023
As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, babies or infants typically do not require a formal letter of introduction when coming to Canada on a visiting visa.

When traveling with a baby to Canada, you would generally need to ensure that the baby has a valid passport, even if they are very young. Additionally, you may need to provide documents such as a birth certificate for the baby, and it's advisable to carry a copy of the parents' visa or travel documents.

To ensure that you have the most up-to-date and accurate information on the requirements for traveling to Canada with a baby on a visiting visa, I recommend checking the official website of the Government of Canada or contacting the nearest Canadian embassy or consulate in the Country of residence. Immigration regulations can change, and it's important to be informed about the latest requirements before making travel plans.


Good luck!

Wavyfavy:
Good evening house please those traveling with babies that are on visiting visa
Did IRCC send a letter of introduction for your baby?

They just sent for only me with open work permit
Baby on visit visa no get Letter of introduction
Any body noticed this pls?

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