₦airaland Forum

ednut1:
that you have a property in a place like Lekki does not mean you are immune from financial challenges, political challenges, etc. the daughter of a former Governor Kemi Olunloyo filled for asylum in Canada before being deported due to her past in USA. A lot of well to do people in Nigeria relocated to USA using visiting visa and regularized with marriage or asylum. Dey play

https://gazettengr.com/canada-denies-asylum-to-pdp-chieftain-for-claiming-apc-attacked-persecuted-him-in-2005/

Gerrard59:
Sorry, but why would a SANE person do such?

amnotapervert:
I don't say what I don't know.

The exception isn’t the case or norm here.

Just because you do it doesn’t mean it’s an exception and you are already in Toronto settled

People here are trying to convince the visa officer that they have the financial means to support themselves while in the country, will not claim asylum, and won’t be a burden on social services.

They also need to prove that they’ll return to Nigeria after their "conference" is over.

This is why it’s required to have more than the average traveler would in your bank account, ready to spend.

First, let’s break down the costs:

1. **Accommodation**: The average hotel room in Toronto or Canada as a whole costs around $150 per night (this is a conservative estimate).

2. **Transportation**: Using the TTC, GO Bus, and trains will cost a minimum of $20 per day. If you’re new to the area and moving around a lot as a tourist attending a "conference," transportation expenses could go up to $50 daily.

3. **Food**: Eating isn’t cheap. Even if you cook, it could cost you $30–$100 per day.

To be on the safe side, because you’re convincing the visa officer of your ability to financially sustain yourself, budgeting **$300 per day** is reasonable.

For reference, here’s what Statistics Canada says about Canadian residents’ spending on domestic trips:

As of August 28, 2024, the average spending per domestic trip was $233 ($112 for same-day trips and $496 for overnight trips) in the first quarter of 2024. This implies that a foreigner will likely spend even more.

Source: [Statistics Canada - Daily](https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/240828/dq240828c-eng.htm)

Jetline:
My mum received a passport request letter today for a visiting Visa. I want to use DHL to send her passport/return it to her. Is there any other documents to add apart from her Passport,Passport Request Letter, and VFS Consent form? Or is there any other options for mailing?

divine128:
Congratulations when did she apply

amnotapervert:
The truth is, every case is different, and no result will be the same.

Back in 2016, I was denied my 2nd student visa and my 4th visa in total to Canada.

That was my 4th visa rejection, even after paying $10,000 in school fees for the first year, with a total fee of $30,000.

At the time, my dad had $32,000 in savings and about ₦20,000,000 in his personal account, along with a business account holding ₦100,000,000.

This was for Centennial College, where I was pursuing a postgraduate diploma.

Don’t worry—after the denial, I was refunded.

Canadian immigration can be very frustrating.

Over the years, after helping others with visa applications, one thing I’ve come to understand is that most people don’t qualify for the visa category they are applying for.

In my case, I was initially applying for a student visa with a postgraduate diploma.

However, when I applied for a master’s degree program and a student visa, it was approved quickly, even with less money in my dad's account.

By that time, my sister had already moved to Canada in 2016, and her fees had been fully paid.

Another factor to consider is the immigration climate of the country at the time of your application.

For example, Canada is now trying to reduce the number of temporary visas (visitor visas), making it more challenging to get approved.

Back in 2014 to 2017 🇳🇬 apply for colleges for a diploma program come into the country

When you already have a BSC in Nigeria

and because of Buhari and exchange rate issue started that time most people didn't complete the college they look for ways to get PR ( marriage asylum etc.) while still being students

But it was less with people coming for Masters and PHD

One thing to note is that obtaining a Canadian visa is not just about having money—although finances are very very very important —but also about applying for the visa under the right category that suits your qualifications and intentions.

IRCC knows you are not coming for a "conference".😂😂

The 🇳🇬 that have come here before you they don't do what they say they will do are the main issue.

https://immigrationnewscanada.ca/canada-immigration-rising-asylum-claims/

clayfounder:
I met a man who lived in Canada before. He said that the recent Canadian budget report showed a $61 billion deficit, and the Government of Canada is now projected to owe $2.6 trillion by 2030, with $70 billion in interest payments per year. Therefore, they can only pause immigration due to the election, but after the election, they will return to mass immigration. Without the constant flow of immigrants to generate tax revenue, they cannot fully address all this debt, old age pensions, and excess foreign aid, as it is part of Canada's system of operation...so make l relax hope dey

clayfounder:
I met a man who lived in Canada before. He said that the recent Canadian budget report showed a $61 billion deficit, and the Government of Canada is now projected to owe $2.6 trillion by 2030, with $70 billion in interest payments per year. Therefore, they can only pause immigration due to the election, but after the election, they will return to mass immigration. Without the constant flow of immigrants to generate tax revenue, they cannot fully address all this debt, old age pensions, and excess foreign aid, as it is part of Canada's system of operation...so make l relax hope dey

Jetline:
That's someone's prediction. It might not actually happen. The way things are moving here, Justin Trudeau will definitely loose nxt years election and opposition may not be immigration friendly. Asylum seekers dey hot pot now!

Ikiloba:
I live close to a hotel in Niagara falls where ircc is housing refugees and I can tell you that ircc is currently issuing refugee claimant documents and accepting refugees and giving them positive responses without granting interviews or hearing date . A lady from Uganda who seeks refugee status in last November is now a permanent resident as we speak.. she got a positive responses from irb board with going for hearing... I know all cases are different I will not advise anybody not to seek refugee status. Do what you can to get out of Nigeria.

Ikiloba:
I live close to a hotel in Niagara falls where ircc is housing refugees and I can tell you that ircc is currently issuing refugee claimant documents and accepting refugees and giving them positive responses without granting interviews or hearing date . A lady from Uganda who seeks refugee status in last November is now a permanent resident as we speak.. she got a positive responses from irb board with going for hearing... I know all cases are different I will not advise anybody not to seek refugee status. Do what you can to get out of Nigeria.

Ikiloba:
And note it's not all students both bsc and college graduates or master's degree graduates that would get permanent residency. So too will not make it cause now they are removing a lot of points. From the provincial nominated program too .. it's only the Grace of God ... the biggest risk in life is when you never take a risk. No pathway is a guarantee to permanent resident. Even marriages fails at time genuine marriages. So let's pray we are favored in this race to earn permanent stay

Ikiloba:
I live close to a hotel in Niagara falls where ircc is housing refugees and I can tell you that ircc is currently issuing refugee claimant documents and accepting refugees and giving them positive responses without granting interviews or hearing date . A lady from Uganda who seeks refugee status in last November is now a permanent resident as we speak.. she got a positive responses from irb board with going for hearing... I know all cases are different I will not advise anybody not to seek refugee status. Do what you can to get out of Nigeria.

amnotapervert:
Uganda isn’t Nigeria

I work with numbers—facts, not feelings or hearsay like "I know someone who knows someone."

As of today, the number of people with pending asylum claims:
- Uganda: 4,729
- Nigeria: 17,747

The number of Nigerians waiting to claim asylum since Justin Trudeau took office has doubled—some might even say tripled. Here's the breakdown:

Before Justin Trudeau:
- End of 2013: 253
- End of 2014: 305
- End of 2015: 496 (Trudeau took office on November 4)

Under Justin Trudeau:
- End of 2016: 1,159
- End of 2017: 4,991
- End of 2018: 12,138
- End of 2019: 10,782
- End of 2020: 8,388 (COVID impact)
- End of 2021: 3,183 (extra lockdowns due to COVID)
- End of 2022: 2,018
- End of 2023: 6,871
- As of today, 2024: 17,747 🤯

https://www.irb-cisr.gc.ca/en/statistics/protection/pages/index.aspx

I did the math so you don’t have to—because I know most people wouldn’t have time! 😁

If you’re Nigerian, you currently have about a 39%-45% chance of getting permanent residency (PR) via the asylum route under Justin Trudeau's government. And that was before the government announced new immigration measures.

Keep in mind:
- These figures don’t account for the number of people who reapply for asylum (often incurring significant costs like legal fees).

- Once your asylum claim is denied, you stop receiving government benefits.

- Many people eventually give up and either withdraw their application or face deportation.

Under a conservative government, benefits will be reduced

And your "conference" format will not work

further. So, if you're on your own (OYO), think carefully before making decisions.

angie88:
Oga i dont really know the points u r trying to make here. Leave everyone to their fate and stop spreading negative vibes.

#i come in peace.

Ikiloba:
I live close to a hotel in Niagara falls where ircc is housing refugees and I can tell you that ircc is currently issuing refugee claimant documents and accepting refugees and giving them positive responses without granting interviews or hearing date . A lady from Uganda who seeks refugee status in last November is now a permanent resident as we speak.. she got a positive responses from irb board with going for hearing... I know all cases are different I will not advise anybody not to seek refugee status. Do what you can to get out of Nigeria.

angie88:
Oga i dont really know the points u r trying to make here. Leave everyone to their fate and stop spreading negative vibes.

#i come in peace.

orjohn24:
Nigerians often have a mentality of being angry about the truth, especially when claiming asylum; they tend to dismiss anything others say as falsehood or term is negative vibes

amnotapervert:
I provided statistics from the government website covering 2013 to 2024, showing the number of people with pending asylum claims, the percentage of Nigerians granted asylum, and those whose claims were rejected.

Wouldn't it be good for someone to know their chances before hand ?

Yet, I’m being accused of spreading negative vibes.
( Whatever that means 🤔🤔 💭💭)

The truth is bitter, but I understand. I blame my company for closing for the Christmas break I now have too much time to spend on Nairaland.😩😩😩

The truth is you coming from Nigeria you have a lower chance for your asylum claim to be granted FACTS

And that chance keeps reducing daily and with the new government it's going to be lower.

amnotapervert:
I even provided 🇨🇦 government website with links but because it's not what they want to hear they get angry 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Facts don't care about your feelings

amnotapervert:
I even provided 🇨🇦 government website with links but because it's not what they want to hear they get angry 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Facts don't care about your feelings

amnotapervert:
I even provided 🇨🇦 government website with links but because it's not what they want to hear they get angry 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Facts don't care about your feelings

oluayebenz:
Leave them, all of them go learn the hard way

angie88:
U make ur point and its well noted, dont come here flooding d group with links and facts.
Asylum seeking did not start with canada and definitely will not end with them.

Maria96:
this person got visit visa with the mother and brother. Those ones came first and filled asylum. Last month he tried to come in to Canada and was stopped at Frankfurt during layover and returned back to Nigeria. The embassy later issued him this. Seems they flagged it based on what his mum and brother had done. He may not even be coming to claim asylum himself. The actions of a few will always rob off in the end. But if we talk they would call us names .

Maria96:
this person got visit visa with the mother and brother. Those ones came first and filled asylum. Last month he tried to come in to Canada and was stopped at Frankfurt during layover and returned back to Nigeria. The embassy later issued him this. Seems they flagged it based on what his mum and brother had done. He may not even be coming to claim asylum himself. The actions of a few will always rob off in the end. But if we talk they would call us names .

oluayebenz:
You are you talking about exactly

Maria96:
this. Will remove after

amnotapervert:
Even countries like Germany and the USA have strict immigration systems.

I've run the numbers for Canada, the USA, and Germany, and the facts speak for themselves.

If I had time I would do more countries.

You told me not to flood the group with links and data, but I’m glad you at least acknowledge that facts are facts

And FACTS doesn’t care about anyone’s feelings.

The problem is, most people don’t want to work with facts and statistics, which I enjoy analyzing.

Deep down, you know it’s the truth, but you hate having to face it.

Many people prefer listening to "Facebook visa agents" who promise that *everything* is possible.

For instance, someone recently claimed you could convert a visitor’s visa into a work visa as at 4 days ago

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=8853103864758669&id=100001774308669


Honestly, I’ve been thinking about becoming a "Facebook visa agent" 🤣🤣 myself!

Nigerians love hearing sweet nothings, and I could make a fortune. I’d flash my Canadian passport, promise them the world, and laugh my way to the bank. 💸💸💸

But seriously, I know firsthand the damage these "Facebook agents" have done to my friends.

I’ve seen asylum claims denied in Germany and the USA. Living in Canada, I’m well aware of the immigration realities.

Here’s the truth about entering Canada with a visitor’s visa:

1. You can’t stay more than six months per entry, even if your visa is valid for 10 years.

2. You can’t work legally with a visitor’s visa.

3. You can’t convert a visitor’s visa into a work visa.

4. For Nigerians, asylum claims have a 39–45% chance of approval under Justin Trudeau’s government.

If this offends you, here’s a suggestion: follow a "Facebook visa agent" who will tell you what you want to hear.

https://www.facebook.com/100083193287574/

Or revisit the link above—I know you don’t like facts, but they’re there for a reason.

Go for a licensed immigration consultant
Fun fact in the whole of Nigeria we have only 6 license immigration consultant for 🇨🇦 and only 1 in Lagos 🤣🤣👀 ( they will say I have come with my links)

https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

Maria96:
this. Will remove after

Jetline:
November 21, 2024