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Hello fam,
My visa was refused on 25th and I just got my GCMSNOTES today. See below for their reason for refusal and kindly advise accordingly. Many thanks!

Pa completed a university degree in home country and has been following a career since. Now wishes to study for a Master’s degree at University of Manitoba in order to enhance career prospects. Cost of studies is rather significant in light of pa’s/family’s financial situation and am not satisfied that any possible increase in income in future would justify such a significant expense. Studies to be supported by parents. There is no indication that pa’s parent are or were gainfully employed. Am not satisfied that pa’s ties to home country are sufficient to compel pa to leave Canada at the end of authorized stay and that motivation to study is genuine. Am not satisfied that pa’s career prospect in home country justify pa’s stated motivation and that the plan described in pa’s submission is sound. Am not satisfied that motivation to study is genuine. Refused

Hello fam!

I just want to clarify some things before repackaging my study permit application which was denied last week based on purpose of visit, no employment prospect and no personal assets and financial status.

I have applied for my GCMSnotr and I'm awaiting for it before I put in my next application. I have contacted my department to defer my admissions to fall 2018.

My questions

1. Does CIC see scholarship as a curse or what? I read somewhere that the role of the visa officer is to ensure that students can take care of themselves in Canada without any support from Canada.

Note: University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship worth $14,000cad yearly was my motivation in studying hard to achieve high CGPA. 4.80 no be beans (many things went in from 300l and it can't just waste like that). Scholarship has been my help, I got 100% scholarship in my undergrad....

Someone advised me to pay all tuition fees and accommodation for two years despite scholarship that I will get TRV with ease. Then I will get refund of tuition payment later.
How true is this?

2. In proving my home ties, is my business of 6months enough for this or I still need to show landed properties ?(I don't have any ). Can my sponsor's assets perfectly play this role of proving home ties.

Your opinions are highly appreciated

Many thanks.

pvc4real:
Men, application refused last night. Heart broken beyond comprehension. After so much hope and effort to prepare the app the best way possible I could have. They ticked : not sure I will leave Canada at the end of my authorized stay with purpose of visit, job prospect in country of resident ....

I tire my people.

Sorry brother about this. The same reasons again. Quite unfortunate, I think those cic don't want Nigerians again for winter. Dishing out the same reasons for genuine applicants.
Order for your GCMS note, defer your admission, tackle the reasons for denial and again have several options to fall back to.

Share your profile as well. We gotta breakthrough.
E go beta!

ajibolag:
bro's u don reach here. saw u on d Canada thread. U nd this ur 4.8 thingy. Anyway u r now on d best path. wishing u best of luck bro. shalom

Yes BRO.
All my hustle for university has to pay one way or the other. I went through so many to meet my targets.
I just need proper counseling about this German university. I've gone through their sites, I don't seem to understand it the way I did for canny school. .

Guru in the house, just help your boy breakthrough.

someborry:
Got this yesterday, don't even know If I should repackage and fire again. Gurus pls advise.

Made 1st semester payment. Sponsor who is my sister has almost 9m in her account and provided letter of sponsorship. she is well travelled and we scrutinized the SOP together.

Pls advise

Same reasons

abestine:
Yes I submitted it, and will advice you do the same too, you should try to plug in every loop holes, don't give the VOs any reason, no matter how small to deny you TRV.

Regarding the court affidavit of return, it is like normal sworn affidavit, stating you will and reasons why you have to return, mine goes thus

********************************************************
I .... , male, Christian, Yoruba, Nigeria Citizen, residing at ... Declares as follows;
1. That I am a citizen of Nigeria
2. That I intend to further my education in Canada and have been admitted to pursue a MSc programme in the university of Manitoba, Winnipeg
3. That I intend to enter into Canada for the purpose of study only which will span over two years
4. That I am committed to returning to my home country upon completion of my study in 2019 as my family reside there
5. That I have to return as the first son of my family to take care of my my parents
6. That I now implore the concern authorities especially the High Commission of Canada to take note of the above stated facts and act accordingly
7. That this affidavit is now needed for documentation and official purposes
8. That I swear to this affidavit in good faith, believing same to be true and correct in accordance with the statutory declaration law of .... State of Nigeria 2006.
******************************************************

You can use that as a guide Ire o

Thanks boss for this clarification

Hello,

I'm new on this thread. Please I need information as regards to graduate studies in Germany for fall, 2018.

I graduated with a cgpa of 4.80 Agricultural Economics and Extension in 2016, currently doing NYSC and rounding up in December, 2017.

Any idea of school in Germany that offers full scholarship ?
Do I need to write any English proficiency exam to be accepted? Any choice of school that offer such and what's the admission application like?

I would be glad if someone can direct me on the forum.

Many thanks

Austinpee4:
I see. You also have not been involved in that and using it as a prospective would not mean that you will come back to it and it wouldn't just add up using that simply because you are not actively involved in the firm in any capacity aside owning it.


Maybe if you had shown contracts, transactions or activities relative to what you claim you have going on or would return to(your firm), it would reduce the officer's suspicion that you would not leave Canada after your program or that there is great prospect for you with your program at least with your firm/business.

It will make your purpose more deliberate. You need evidence than just writing. They just don't trust Nigerians completely, they believe any thing we say is a ploy to induce their judgment. Evidence would help more and because it can be used in a judiciary review process in a court should they make an error in law or judgement, it is treated with high regards than mere writing. Discretion is exercised when when an officer have to use the applicant's explanation and it can swing either ways. Noting beats evidence. They just can't help it. The IRP Act and regulation give complete accordance to evidence as a proof. The burden is will still be on you to satisfy the VO.

I'll suggest you wait for your GCMS file before you proceed with your reapplication. It will help you.

Regards.

Thanks for more clarification.

I'm just weak here. I thought I have put a solid application on ground.
My sole intention is to study and return to naija to establish my firm. Though, my reason for choosing Canada is to establish a strong relationship for exportation of agricultural commodity. It is well.

Please how do I order for GCMS note? The $23 and $5 approach. ..

Many thanks

abestine:
Well said bros, the VOs may even see your firm as a mobile one that you can establish in Canada and such may not consider it as a genuine employment prospects that can cause you to return.

In addition to tackle employment problem, I think you didn't add your payslip and a letter of introduction from your office would have added to the list of evidences you provided.

You could also get a court affidavit of return to tackle the issue of returning on completion of program, I had the same issue during my application and that was what I used and God grant me favour, consider it too... Ire o

My company doesn't issue payslip. They just pay into account.

I sent you a pm sir, kindly reply.

Please what's the link for GCMS request of $5. How can I go about it

mamacajah:
ok, that's much better. Somehow, while I will let the gurus talk more on this, I feel that work letter may have affected the process as the pay scale may not have been high enough. Aside that, we have seen the recent erratic behaviour by these VOs that predicting approval or refusal following solid applications is no longer straight forward.

I think you should have included your personal statement, even if you had gotten sponsorship and tuition waivers, especially when you included work factors in the mix.

As advised, for now, ignore all negative thoughts, request for your gcms notes, repackage and refire. it will end in praise.

Annual salary of 900k plus is small tho
Personal statement of account? I be small boy, not up to 300k in my account.

Austinpee4:
Bro, sorry about the outcome of your application.

Just like it's been mentioned already, you will need your GCMS file to best tackle the issues raised by the VO.
However, let me explain this aspect of "Employment prospect"

You were not refused for 'Current employment situation' which means your employment details,letter and ID served their purpose in your application.

"Employment prospect in home country" in this case means the prospects of your proposed program in Nigeria upon completion. They have to see that the program you are going to study will be lucrative in Nigeria for you. If you had a future employment or needed the master to move to an advanced position in your current employment or had a business plan or even a study plan to explain or show how the master degree program would increase your chances of securing a better job upon graduation, it would have mitigated against that reason of refusal.

So the onus is on you to satisfy the officer that something tangable or lucrative moving forward awaits you in Nigeria when you finish your program. This issue is about the prospect of your field as regards employability after your program and not your current employment situation. It is expected that the master degree will move your career forward, you have to explain and evidence how this is possible and also why you have to study your program in Canada.

Meanwhile, I sent several PMs before putting in my application but there was no response.

What I need now is solution on how to tackle this things. My friend got her GCMS for her first application and tackled all issues raised about her refusal still denied with the same reasons as mine.

Everything just weak me

Austinpee4:
Bro, sorry about the outcome of your application.

Just like it's been mentioned already, you will need your GCMS file to best tackle the issues raised by the VO.
However, let me explain this aspect of "Employment prospect"

You were not refused for 'Current employment situation' which means your employment details,letter and ID served it's purpose in your application.

"Employment prospect in home country" in this case means the prospects of your proposed program in Nigeria upon completion. They have to see that the program you are going to study will be lucrative in Nigeria for you. If you had a future employment or had a business plan or even a study plan to explain or show how the master degree program would increase your chances of securing a better job upon graduation would have mitigated against that reason of refusal.

So the onus is on you to satisfy the officer that something tangable or lucrative moving forward awaits you in Nigeria when you finish your program. This issue is about the prospect of your field as regards employability after your program and not your current employment situation. It is expected that the master degree will move your career forward, you have to explain and evidence how this is possible and also why you have to study your program in Canada.

Thanks boss for your response.
I have an agribusiness firm registered already which I explained in my SOP . C.AC Documents was attached.

mamacajah:
sorry boss, pls clarify for me. you provided employment letter and ID card when you are doing NYSC? I'm a bit confused here. was it work reference from your place of primary assignment?

At my PPA, I Work as a full staff and staff ID was issued because I go out to represent the company in several places.

N.B I never stated on my application that I'm doing NYSC (was silent about that).

I'm not even sure this CIC reads Nigerian applicants thoroughly. I provided employment letter and ID CARD, CAC documents of personal firm. Still refused based on employment prospects and personal assets.

Likewise a friend was also refused based on the same reasons though this 2nd refusal. She's married, letter of introduction from workplace, employment letter and as well husband personal assets inclusive.

The same University of Manitoba, different course, IGES funding. I applied 6th of sept and she reapplied 10th of September (previous denial was based on travel history and purpose of visit).

This is confusing

abestine:
Sorry for the delay, God will grant you favour in your next application.
The first thing you need to do now is apply for deferral to the next available admission session (Fall) except if you want to risk reapplying immediately which I won't advice you do due to time.

Share the documents you submitted and your timeline so gurus can advice you on how to put in a more roboust application.

Lastly, apply for your GCMS file... Ire o

Thanks brother,

Undergraduate is Agricultural Economics and Extension.
Msc. Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics
University of Manitoba for winter.

Online route and no upfront medical.
Documents submitted

All CIC documents (family form, application form made outside Canada, and one other one)
1. Admission letter with IGES of $5400cad
2. Statement of purpose
3. Academic transcript (2011-2016)
4. Bsc certificate
5. Award of best graduating student in AED certificate
6. Waec certificate
7. Employment letter
8. Cv
9. Work ID CARD
10. Police certificate
11. Cac memorandum of association (mine)
12. Birth certificate
13. Certificate of origin
14. Bank telex of $3000cad
15. Tuition receipt from. U OF M

My dad is my sole sponsor with two SOA
Sterling is 2M PLUS and 18M PLUS at Stanbic IBTC
DAD letter of sponsorship
Dad affidavit of sponsorship
Dad salary review of 14M plus annual salary.
Dad international passport

This is what my application looks like

Phocusjosh:
Good evening fam,
I applied for my trv on 6 of September and biometrics done 8 of septemeber. I got refused today due to 'You have not satisfied me that you would leave Canada at the end of your stay. In reaching this decision, I considered several factors, including;
1. purpose of visit
2. limited employment prospects in your country of residence
3. your current employment situation
4. your personal assets and financial status.
Those are the boxes that were ticked in my refusal letter. I have attached this to this message.

My profile:
Msc. Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics at the University of Manitoba for winter academic session (January 1- 22).
I studied Agricultural Extension and Rural Development and graduated with CGPA of 4.80
I'm currently doing my NYSC which is rounding up in December 2017.

I got IGES worth $5400cad out of tuition fee of $10,200 for the first year. I paid in $3000cad.
Tuition fee for 2nd year is $750cad.

My sponsor is solely my dad with SOA of two accounts 2M plus at sterling and 18M at stanbic IBTC.

No upfront medical, no physical assets, no travel history.

Please gurus in the house, kindly advise me what to do next. I'm quiet confused of my next step.

Many thanks!

Guru in the house,
How do I tackle employment prospects when I provided employment letter with ID CARD

Frankrobbn1:
Hello Sir/Ma,

I'm very sorry to hear that your visa got refused.
Please, kindly modify and scrap off the attached refusal letter of yours for security reasons.

Also, thanks for sharing your profile to the house. The gurus in the house will look into it and give you an insight on what went wrong on your app, while we wait for your CAIPS Note.

In the main time, I'll best advice you order for CAIPS NOTE. (GCMS NOTE), this will help indicate the factual reason why the visa officer refused your application. If you go through Page 0 of this thread, you will find the authorized site which you can use to order your notes. With your CAIPS NOTE you will be in the best position to know how to tackle the reasons.

Once again sorry for your refusal.

Thanks for your advise

ManLikeMace:
Sorry for the delay. Just keep your head up and get ready to apply again very soon. Kindly share your profile, nobody will be able to help without seeing your profile.

My profile is stated already above. what else should I provide?

Good evening fam,
I applied for my trv on 6 of September and biometrics done 8 of septemeber. I got refused today due to 'You have not satisfied me that you would leave Canada at the end of your stay. In reaching this decision, I considered several factors, including;
1. purpose of visit
2. limited employment prospects in your country of residence
3. your current employment situation
4. your personal assets and financial status.
Those are the boxes that were ticked in my refusal letter. I have attached this to this message.

My profile:
Msc. Agribusiness and Agricultural Economics at the University of Manitoba for winter academic session (January 1- 22).
I studied Agricultural Extension and Rural Development and graduated with CGPA of 4.80
I'm currently doing my NYSC which is rounding up in December 2017.

I got IGES worth $5400cad out of tuition fee of $10,200 for the first year. I paid in $3000cad.
Tuition fee for 2nd year is $750cad.

My sponsor is solely my dad with SOA of two accounts 2M plus at sterling and 18M at stanbic IBTC.

No upfront medical, no physical assets, no travel history.

Please gurus in the house, kindly advise me what to do next. I'm quiet confused of my next step.

Many thanks!

kelly4top:
You are wrong --- Go back to your drawing table and do your research well.

Wrong about what?

You can secure a supervisor and not get admitted and can also be admitted without securing a supervisor.
A high CGPA, very convincing SOP and letter of recommendation are vital for getting admission

Kelvinkate:
Thanks for your response

I studied Agricultural Economics B.sc, trying to get admission for a masters degree in Agricultural Economics. It's been tough for me.

Hello Kelvinkate,

It's not tough as it seems to be. I studied agricultural extension and rural development and I got admitted to University of Manitoba for Msc. Agribusiness and agricultural economics, winter 2018.

Most universities in Canada that offers graduate admission in related course doesn't need you to secure a supervisor before admission but you can contact as many faculty members as possible stating your intentions but note this won't influence your admission. All new grad students are expected to at least have finished first semester and observed which lecturer and area fits their interest and strengths.

Admission decision are always evaluated based on the statement of purpose, letters of recommendation and transcripts.

Aside your academic grade, you have to write a very strong and convincing statement of intent(Biographical sketch) highlighting your motivations, research interest, your goals after completion of Msc. program, why the uni, and your academic achievements. Just short and precise (One to two pages is enough, it all depends on your use of words).

Lastly, ensure you involve God in your applications. 


Below are the list of Canadian universities that offers masters in Agricultural economics or related field.

1. McGill University
2. University of Alberta
3. Dalhousie university
4. University of British Columbia
5. University of Saskatchewan
6. University of Manitoba
7. University of lethbridge
8. University of Guelph
9. University of Winnipeg
10. Brandon university

I hope these helps

atiteb4:
Mr Phocus longest time Oooo. I been email you u no reply. Hope u are receiving good news from the embassy.

I didn't get your mail bro. I tried your number severally but couldn't get through. Hope you're good?
Whatsaap me
As per TRV, no response till date

jnyuwa02:
Draw your audience in with a story, then go for the kill. I find that starting with a story or an anecdote is effective, but everyone has their unique way of starting that works for them. Here is how I started mine:

Growing up in Nigeria, I observed the direct impact of diseases on families, friends and neighbors. So many cases of preventable disease infections that left many incapacitated for life and even dead. Cases of cholera, polio, meningitis, tuberculosis, women’s health issues, etc. I particularly remember one of my aunts who developed complications during childbirth and bled to death because the nearest hospital was very far from the village she and her husband lived. I remember a close family friend who lost both of his legs to polio. I also remember as a child visiting a maternity ward and seeing a room meant for two or three women, housing up to twenty women with their new born children. The list goes on. In all of these experiences growing up in Nigeria, my young mind was expanding along with my growing body. From an early age, I began to envision of a better world and my part in making it possible. I remember wanting to do something about all of these problems. But I didn’t know where to begin. In addition, I didn’t want to become a doctor because I didn’t enjoy chemistry and math in school. The humanities and social sciences were my forte..............................

Well articulated. You're just bunch of excellence in international studies.
Keep the good work bro

valuable2:
hi guys,

first,i just want to appreciate everyone here for their contributions so far to help others.

i submitted my application a month ago,today i received this update:There have been no updates to your application (-----------------) since you last checked your account. Thank you for your patience.

This message is intended for the following e-mail address: --------------------. If this message is not for you, please delete it.

do i need to check my cic account for update on this ?because i can read but i just need to be sure,

i put for mba,i have msc before in Russia, so how many months do i need to wait for the visa, because by God’s grace i must collect the level. please advice[color=#000099][/color]

I got this email exactly one month of application. I think is a monthly update you subscribed to when applying for study permit online route.

jnyuwa02:
As a first class graduate, there are a myriad of scholarships available to international students from Canada's universities. With the right fine tuning writing a compelling statement of intent and research proposal, there are many universities in Canada waiting to swing wide open their gates for you. As for the visa application, the 800 pound gorilla in the room, it's a leveler. Everyone has to meet the same requirements of financial and home ties. I have seen some first class, fully funded graduates rejected for a visa. But if you continue to stay and keep abreast to this forum, I am pretty sure you will learn fast when it comes to the visa application time, how to make the odds work in your favor. Like what to say to the VO in your statement of explanation, how to assemble a winning portfolio in general.

Good talk bro,
How does one tackle travel history when fully funded by a canadian uni. It bothers me when a friend of mine visa was rejected after securing $20,000cad at University of saskatchewan.

Hello House,
I am a Newbie on this forum seeking for information as regards to admission and scholarship for Msc. Agricultural economics at finland.
I Graduated with a CGPA of 4.80 in 2016, currently doing NYSC.
I look forward to suggestion and advise.
Many thanks!

Hello House, Please I need your assistance to interpret this. I got a mail from CIC with below message after one month of application:

There have been no updates to your application (*********) since you last checked your MyCIC account. Thank you for your patience.

This message is intended for the following e-mail address: xxxxxx@gmail.com. If this message is not for you, please delete it.

maralina:
It shall end in praise

Amen and to every TRV hopefuls.

matic12:
Have they started processing your TRV? Meaning, have they opened it!?

Did biometrics on sept 8. No update till date.
God is in control