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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ajalalomo: 11:58pm On Dec 11, 2023
olasubomy:


Sorry, about the temporary delay on your application. The information on IRCC official correspondence is generic. You wont be able to make any informed meaning from it. Let them apply for GCMS notes to see if they would be more specific on their reasons. However, CV of husband and wife looks good. May i ask, there is a section of the application where it is requested to state "Amount available for your stay" How much was filled there?.

Secondly, what was declared as the main purpose of visit and in what province ( was someone planning to host them)? Hopefully, the GCMS notes would be more specific.

On the surface, i don't see any issue with their finances but there might be need for them to evaluate what they filled in their application.



True talk

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by bigfatthing(m): 12:06am On Dec 12, 2023
modskiller:


Please avoid Egypt Air if possible, not getting good reviews about them recently.
Thanks for This, been hearing negative comments about them too
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ajalalomo: 12:15am On Dec 12, 2023
joyoola:
Visitor visa Application was submitted in July
Biometrics was done on August 15th

Refusal response today December 11th

Virgin passports

Husband and Wife applied and Husband was the primary applicant.

Wife bank statement of six months 14m naira closing balance and total logdement of 24m naira was used with no lump sum.

Number of days proposed to spent in Canada - 15days

Husband is a senior banker.
Wife has duly registered tailoring firm which the account was used.

Please, where can issues be from...

With that letter, you can't know the true reason why the applications were refused because the refusal letter is generic, and all those applicants who were refused in the past get the same letters and exactly the same wording.

You can apply for a GCMS note to see the reason the officer gave for the refusal.

Also, you can repackage and reapply immediately.

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by eorom: 1:06am On Dec 12, 2023
joyoola:
Visitor visa Application was submitted in July
Biometrics was done on August 15th

Refusal response today December 11th

Virgin passports

Husband and Wife applied and Husband was the primary applicant.

Wife bank statement of six months 14m naira closing balance and total logdement of 24m naira was used with no lump sum.

Number of days proposed to spent in Canada - 15days

Husband is a senior banker.
Wife has duly registered tailoring firm which the account was used.

Please, where can issues be from...

First advice: apply for a GCM note to better understand the specific reason.

Recommendation for finance: in your next application, show proof of fund (bank statements - you and your husband), source of fund (pay slips, self employed - evidence of business transactions, if you use different account for salary, business and savings, include both bank statements - it shows evidence of what you earn/profit, where it is deposited and how it moves (savings and spending), letter of explanation - if there is any lump sum in the bank statements (as low as 300-500k: explain it).

Processing officer do not look at only the available money in your account. You have to show proof that it is available to you and the source of it. If the source cannot be verified, they deem it as inflated for visa purposes.

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by House34: 4:29am On Dec 12, 2023
eorom:


First advice: apply for a GCM note to better understand the specific reason.

Recommendation for finance: in your next application, show proof of fund (bank statements - you and your husband), source of fund (pay slips, self employed - evidence of business transactions, if you use different account for salary, business and savings, include both bank statements - it shows evidence of what you earn/profit, where it is deposited and how it moves (savings and spending), letter of explanation - if there is any lump sum in the bank statements (as low as 300-500k: explain it).

Processing officer do not look at only the available money in your account. You have to show proof that it is available to you and the source of it. If the source cannot be verified, they deem it as inflated for visa purposes.

Considering that eight out of every ten Nigerians I recently met in Toronto, who initially arrived on tourist visas, are now applying for asylum, I doubt the lenient approach will continue indefinitely. It seems that the IRCC is recognizing that many individuals are not genuine tourists.we abuse every opportunity and call it Japa And you think it will not affect others applicant!

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Joytitilayo: 5:44am On Dec 12, 2023
Hello everyone

Pls is it late to add /upload a letter/document on applications that is on processing

how can my sis upload a letter explain lump sum deposit from her my other savings account to the account she Submit, both account are on her name and show her monthly salary from her company account.. But she transfer 2.6M from her other savings account two months ago and we didn't explain it because is from her other savings account and it clearly show her name...

Pls any advice will help thanks
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by showbiz4all27(m): 5:50am On Dec 12, 2023
lakeside30:



Let them re apply and include

Property document
Strong family ties
Niagra falls payment receipts/reservation confirmation
Hotel reservations
Flight tickets for round trip
The CAC of the wife booming business
The husband offical letter from work place,confirming he will be using his annual leave period to travel to Canada,his pay slip,bank statement
Wife bank statement too,if the wife is going to b the principal applicant,a very good running account over period of3 or 6 month,no lump sum

While completing the application put 4k cad money that will b wih u in canada,then declare all your US and Canada previous refusal


Anybody on this platform can add more

Everything is luck,i know someone who got canada visa with 2m only in his account, though woth a valid US visa when applying



Thanks for your response and advice.
Well noted and steps will be taken in the direction.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by showbiz4all27(m): 6:07am On Dec 12, 2023
Ajalalomo:


With that letter, you can't know the true reason why the applications were refused because the refusal letter is generic, and all those applicants who were refused in the past get the same letters and exactly the same wording.

You can apply for a GCMS note to see the reason the officer gave for the refusal.

Also, you can repackage and reapply immediately.

Thanks for your views and guide, points well noted.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by eorom: 8:06am On Dec 12, 2023
Joytitilayo:
Hello everyone

Pls is it late to add /upload a letter/document on applications that is on processing

how can my sis upload a letter explain lump sum deposit from her my other savings account to the account she Submit, both account are on her name and show her monthly salary from her company account.. But she transfer 2.6M from her other savings account two months ago and we didn't explain it because is from her other savings account and it clearly show her name...

Pls any advice will help thanks


My advice is to send a webform requesting for the letter of explanation to be added to your file as it will provide clarity to the processing officer on your financial situation. As far as a decision is not yet made on the application, I will suggest you send it ASAP.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ajalalomo: 10:49am On Dec 12, 2023
[quote author=lakeside30 post=127432471][/quote]

Is not about being smart.

Every applicant whose application was denied in the past received the same generic refusal letter that contains the same exact information.

To know the particular reason why an application was denied, you will have to order a GCMS note. This note is specific.

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ajalalomo: 10:59am On Dec 12, 2023
Joytitilayo:
Hello everyone

Pls is it late to add /upload a letter/document on applications that is on processing

how can my sis upload a letter explain lump sum deposit from her my other savings account to the account she Submit, both account are on her name and show her monthly salary from her company account.. But she transfer 2.6M from her other savings account two months ago and we didn't explain it because is from her other savings account and it clearly show her name...

Pls any advice will help thanks


Not too late. She can use this link below to add document to her application.

https://secure.cic.gc.ca/ClientContact/en/Application/Form/72

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by denuga01: 12:09pm On Dec 12, 2023
Pls my people I want to ask if you saw counterfoil in your gc key account/online profile when you submitted your passport for stamping . Seems my passport is on transit back to lagos but the counterfoil is not showing in the profile yet like it use to for pr.

Pls anyone with response to this?
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Pamda1234: 12:48pm On Dec 12, 2023
lakeside30:



Let them re apply and include

Property document
Strong family ties
Niagra falls payment receipts/reservation confirmation
Hotel reservations
Flight tickets for round trip
The CAC of the wife booming business
The husband offical letter from work place,confirming he will be using his annual leave period to travel to Canada,his pay slip,bank statement
Wife bank statement too,if the wife is going to b the principal applicant,a very good running account over period of3 or 6 month,no lump sum

While completing the application put 4k cad money that will b wih u in canada,then declare all your US and Canada previous refusal


Anybody on this platform can add more

Everything is luck,i know someone who got canada visa with 2m only in his account, though woth a valid US visa when applying



does that mean 2m is a small amount to have in bank statement when applying for visitors visa? Money available for travels (2350 cad) for 5 days visit including flight ticket.

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Joytitilayo: 1:38pm On Dec 12, 2023
thank you, pls do you have idea of what to say/write in the letter
eorom:


My advice is to send a webform requesting for the letter of explanation to be added to your file as it will provide clarity to the processing officer on your financial situation. As far as a decision is not yet made on the application, I will suggest you send it ASAP.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Joytitilayo: 1:39pm On Dec 12, 2023
Than you
Ajalalomo:


Not too late. She can use this link below to add document to her application.

https://secure.cic.gc.ca/ClientContact/en/Application/Form/72

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by olasubomy: 1:42pm On Dec 12, 2023
joyoola:


Thanks so much for your robust responses...

How can one apply for GCMS notes?

2500cad was filled as amount for the duration of 15days stay in Canada.

Christmas holiday at Niagara fall was stated as main purpose of visiting Canada.

No one is planning to host them.

it is easier if you have a trusted person in Canada who can apply for the GCMS notes on your behalf. It cost just 5 Canadian dollars. But, must be someone you trust as it would involve you sharing your application ID and UCI with that person. However, you can also apply for it yourself.
I would have named some third party sites but not sure if that is allowed here. Go on Google and type "
GCMS Notes" As you scroll, you would see different 3rd party providers. Use any one of them also, you would be required to fill a consent form and sign with blue ink.

Secondly, looks like i see the problem; $2,500 for 15 days for husband and wife inclusive of accommodation in Toronto might not be sufficient. This is because Toronto is very expensive including the housing market. That may work in some other cheaper province. Lets do some quick math's. An average of $2500/15days = 167 Canadian per day for two adults and when we further divide this by husband and wife given 83 dollars per adult. Now bearing in mind, you would have to pay for transportation and some of these tourist attractions the couples would love to explore. I am also guessing this $2,500 also includes accommodation and if that is the case, then looks like we are seeing the officers concern.

NB: For tourist visa, there is no specific amount outlined by IRCC. Proof of funds depends on your duration of visit and the place of destination. Make sure the amount you quote as available for your stay covers adequately your trip putting into consideration your feeding, transport, entertainment expense and accommodation. I don't live in Toronto, would have advised on an estimate to work with but you can find out from someone who lives there or you do the research.


Finally, don't limit your trip to just one tourist site for a whole 15days. Try to check other interesting places to see. YouTube is your friend. Then redraft a detailed itinery in your next application.

I hope this helps.

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by meljoe: 1:52pm On Dec 12, 2023
Yes we did oh as a group , should I email Nigeria office too ?

Ashirioluwa:


London office

You guys submitted together or what?
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ashirioluwa: 2:52pm On Dec 12, 2023
meljoe:
Yes we did oh as a group , should I email Nigeria office too ?


Yes, send the webform to London, Nairobi and Lagos
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by meljoe: 3:08pm On Dec 12, 2023
Please can you drop the email for Lagos and Nairobi
Ashirioluwa:


Yes, send the webform to London, Nairobi and Lagos
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by MayorOfEdmonton: 4:01pm On Dec 12, 2023
Visitor visa is not an ‘immigant’, you’re a visitor. spend the next ‘few weeks’ to research on provinces/cities with jobs in ur current experience/career and cities that you can afford. Filter the jobs to see which offer LMIA. When you get to Canada you’d have to do a lot of self-research to get by, you might as well start already.

Wanaman:
Hello, I'm moving to Canada in a few weeks, can anyone help with useful tips on how to easily get accomodation, LMIA approved jobs and best place to reside as a new immigant
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by MayorOfEdmonton: 4:23pm On Dec 12, 2023
Hi,
Just curious, why do you feel a need to explain money she transferred from herself to herself after you have applied?
Say I’m the processing visa officer, I’d ask myself that too when I see the webform & perhaps I’d more meticulously review the application.


Should you decide to go ahead, explaining the lump sum from the other account won’t be enough, how the lump sum was saved up over months(statement of account) for the other account should also be provided if your ultimate goal is to explain source of money clearly.
Keep the explaination simple and clear with documents to back it up if you must.
#MyOneCent

Joytitilayo:
Hello everyone

Pls is it late to add /upload a letter/document on applications that is on processing

how can my sis upload a letter explain lump sum deposit from her my other savings account to the account she Submit, both account are on her name and show her monthly salary from her company account.. But she transfer 2.6M from her other savings account two months ago and we didn't explain it because is from her other savings account and it clearly show her name...

Pls any advice will help thanks

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by asknaija: 5:59pm On Dec 12, 2023
Hello House.

Please I applied for a Canadian visit Visa for the 21st January to 31st January 2024. I made a hotel reservation via booking.com and they deducted deposit. I just received a mail from booking.com yesterday that my hotel reservation is cancelled. The hotel just cancelled the reservation without notice.

I am worried that the embassy might contact the hotel, and they are told I don't have any reservation. Please Advice me, should i make another reservation with another hotel, or what? Is there a way to update details of application to make them know i have changed location?

I did biometric on the 13th of november, and i just read that it takes about 3 months to get response. and by then my travel date might have passed. If my travel date passes and i have not gotten response, will the visa be denied ?

Please advice.

Please do not quote me, as there is bug here that hides responses to my comment. Please respond without quoting...

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by Ashirioluwa: 6:31pm On Dec 12, 2023

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by joyoola: 7:12pm On Dec 12, 2023
olasubomy:


it is easier if you have a trusted person in Canada who can apply for the GCMS notes on your behalf. It cost just 5 Canadian dollars. But, must be someone you trust as it would involve you sharing your application ID and UCI with that person. However, you can also apply for it yourself.
I would have named some third party sites but not sure if that is allowed here. Go on Google and type "
GCMS Notes" As you scroll, you would see different 3rd party providers. Use any one of them also, you would be required to fill a consent form and sign with blue ink.

Secondly, looks like i see the problem; $2,500 for 15 days for husband and wife inclusive of accommodation in Toronto might not be sufficient. This is because Toronto is very expensive including the housing market. That may work in some other cheaper province. Lets do some quick math's. An average of $2500/15days = 167 Canadian per day for two adults and when we further divide this by husband and wife given 83 dollars per adult. Now bearing in mind, you would have to pay for transportation and some of these tourist attractions the couples would love to explore. I am also guessing this $2,500 also includes accommodation and if that is the case, then looks like we are seeing the officers concern.

NB: For tourist visa, there is no specific amount outlined by IRCC. Proof of funds depends on your duration of visit and the place of destination. Make sure the amount you quote as available for your stay covers adequately your trip putting into consideration your feeding, transport, entertainment expense and accommodation. I don't live in Toronto, would have advised on an estimate to work with but you can find out from someone who lives there or you do the research.


Finally, don't limit your trip to just one tourist site for a whole 15days. Try to check other interesting places to see. YouTube is your friend. Then redraft a detailed itinery in your next application.

I hope this helps.


Thank you for those detailed and well-tailored analysis. l appreciate all the informations shared and will act accordingly.

Most grateful 🙏.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by msbaileyz(f): 7:23pm On Dec 12, 2023
Hello everyone,

I want to submit a visitors visa application but I’m concerned about the timeline.

My best friend has invited me to Canada for her daughters 1st birthday on the 30th of December and I know it’s really close and it looks like it’s too late to apply. Although it’s stated on the letter that I’ve been invited to visit as well as attend her child’s birthday ceremony

1. Can I still apply now either ways?

Documents to submit;
Passport

PoF— Salary bank statement (3m balance)
Employment document
-offer,confirmation,
-promotion,4month payslip,
-introduction & leave letter
Property valued at 32m
Car vehicle registration

Travel history— All stamps on passports(UK&multiple Italy)

Business— CAC registration of 2 businesses

Letter of invitation Dm friend— her Canadian passport
her child’s Canadian passport,
child’s birthday invite

Purpose of trip—- SOP, flight, itinerary, my friends,
tenancy agreement

Clients info— LOE explaining previous visa refusal

2250 CAD FOR A 15 days trip, it covers flight, shopping and miscellaneous

There’s also a placeholder where I have to upload PROOF OF RELATIONSHIP…. I really don’t know what to upload there…. Please help

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Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by denuga01: 7:51pm On Dec 12, 2023
denuga01:
Pls my people I want to ask if you saw counterfoil in your gc key account/online profile when you submitted your passport for stamping . Seems my passport is on transit back to lagos but the counterfoil is not showing in the profile yet like it use to for pr.

Pls anyone with response to this?
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by olubunmyn(f): 8:25pm On Dec 12, 2023
Joytitilayo:
Than you
please based on this question, i will like to ask for clarification.
i have just done biometrics but while reading this thread i observed i didnt add my salary statement to my application but my savings statement as only a column was available to attach statement.
if i use the additional document to attach my salary statement now what could happen next because i have lost the same job i had used reference to apply for the tourist visa and my last salary would be as at october.am thinking of attaching the last salary statement but concerned they might ask for current statement which i do not have.
pls advice
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by PedigreeCity: 8:43pm On Dec 12, 2023
Let the the gurus in the house pls answer this fellow's question

Olusapo:
Hello house.

I have a cousing brother who is holding a valid Canada tourist visa.He has decided not to travel to Canada but want to apply for a US visiting visa.His Canada visa was approved on a first attempt without any travel history.

Can he go ahead applying for the US visa and what is his chances of getting the US visa approved.?

Thanks as I await responses.
Re: Canada Visit/tourist Visa Discussion. by hunee: 10:00pm On Dec 12, 2023
Feel free. No Lies, Same info. Goodluck
PedigreeCity:
Let the the gurus in the house pls answer this fellow's question

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