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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Profgordons(m): 9:04pm On Feb 05

kemmyk:
Please I need help. I am in canada sponsoring my sister from Naija, I want to open a GIC account for her, now my problem is that I learnt I can’t open the account here and deposit the money directly. Apparently the GIC has to be opened from Nigeria and the money deposited from Nigeria. My question now is that is there a way I can go about it without losing money due to the exchange rate and conversions.I don’t have Naira I only have Cad

Secondly can I use an online service to notarize my affidavit here in canada, will IRCC accept?

Thanks guys

There is no way you will not lose money, the extent of loss will be determined by the method you use. If your sister has a dorm account and you do a wire transfer to her, the loss will be less than if you use exchanges like LemFi or CADREMIT. While an affidavit might be considered the most important part is showing documentation on how you earned the money and your income sufficient enough to sponsor a student.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by leinadfem(m): 10:01pm On Feb 05

kemmyk:
Please I need help. I am in canada sponsoring my sister from Naija, I want to open a GIC account for her, now my problem is that I learnt I can’t open the account here and deposit the money directly. Apparently the GIC has to be opened from Nigeria and the money deposited from Nigeria. My question now is that is there a way I can go about it without losing money due to the exchange rate and conversions.I don’t have Naira I only have Cad

Secondly can I use an online service to notarize my affidavit here in canada, will IRCC accept?

Thanks guys

I opened with CIBC last year August, I’m still in Naija waiting on ircc and my brother in Calgary did a wire transfer to the details provided. They’ll need LOA from the school tho and some other documents.
You might pay extra wire fee of 25 or 50
I can’t remember how much exactly
She can apply and provide you with the wire details like I did or you do that on her behalf if you have all the details needed.
He did a physical notarization though.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kemmyk: 10:41pm On Feb 05

leinadfem:
I opened with CIBC last year August, I’m still in Naija waiting on ircc and my brother in Calgary did a wire transfer to the details provided. They’ll need LOA from the school tho and some other documents.
You might pay extra wire fee of 25 or 50
I can’t remember how much exactly
She can apply and provide you with the wire details like I did or you do that on her behalf if you have all the details needed.
He did a physical notarization though.

Thank you so much for your response . But if I may ask, is the transfer from his Canadian account?

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kemmyk: 10:46pm On Feb 05

Profgordons:
There is no way you will not lose money, the extent of loss will be determined by the method you use. If your sister has a dorm account and you do a wire transfer to her, the loss will be less than if you use exchanges like LemFi or CADREMIT. While an affidavit might be considered the most important part is showing documentation on how you earned the money and your income sufficient enough to sponsor a student.

Thank you so much for explaining this, I really appreciate the insight. Honestly, I don’t even mind losing some money in the process. My main concern was just based on a bit of research I did, which made me think the loss might be quite significant due to the double conversion from dollars to naira, and then from naira back to dollars after opening the account. That was what I was trying to be cautious about. I truly appreciate your guidance.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by leinadfem(m): 11:06pm On Feb 05

kemmyk:
Thank you so much for your response . But if I may ask, is the transfer from his Canadian account?

Yes his personal Canadian account

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 6:50pm On Feb 06

Ayo4030:
Good evening everyone.
I applied to MUN since September last year for fall 2026. And I haven't heard from them, please expert what do you advise please?
Course is masters of applied statistics.

That's roughly four months ago, which is quite a while. I recommend you follow up directly with the Graduate Office responsible for the department's admissions.

Email: mathgrad@mun.ca

Ensure you quote your application number and the exact date you submitted your application.

Good luck!

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Othankz(m): 6:51am On Feb 07

Good day everyone,

I’d really appreciate advice from experienced members regarding my Canadian study application, as the process is quite confusing and I don’t want to waste my resources.

Here’s my background

-B.Sc. Economics (2:2), graduated in 2018

-Over 5 years of work experience as a Data Analyst, and more recently as a DevOps Engineer (IT)

-Previously denied US visa 4 times (mainly due to funding and home ties (the generic 214B denial))

Based on my academic result, cost of attendance a friend and an agent advised that I apply to a college diploma program instead since most Canadian universities may not consider my application.

My questions are:

1.Given my education and work experience, what programs would be the best fit for me in Canada, as agent keep suggesting I apply to programs like supply chain management/Accounting but my interest is on IT related programs?

2.Is applying for a college diploma after already having a B.Sc. likely to be an issue during the study visa application?

3.Would a PG certificate/ PG diploma be a stronger option than a regular diploma?

I genuinely want to do this the right way and avoid unnecessary losses. Any guidance, school recommendations, or personal experiences will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 11:58am On Feb 07

coolflame7:
Good day everyone, I studied nursing in Nigeria and am looking to migrate to Canada through the study route. Can anyone suggest programs and schools I can apply to. I was thinking of PSW but I don’t know if it’ll be seen as a career downgrade by a visa officer.

Spending millions of Naira on a PSW program as a Nursing graduate might indeed be viewed as a career downgrade and illogical investment. Why not consider advancing with Graduate Certificates in Nursing Practice or Master of Nursing?

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 12:14pm On Feb 07

ehiremen2002:
I have a family friend planning for family application for spouse student visa. This is a family of 4. Do they stand more chance or I just the wife apply for her student visa without the family.

Has any one gotten positive decsion for family application

To answer your question, I first need to confirm if your program is eligible for a Spousal Open Work Permit. Is it a Master's, PhD, or a professional degree in fields like Medicine, Law, Engineering, or Nursing?

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by SOPWriter: 2:07pm On Feb 07

Spanishmilf:
hello
please my sister studied bio chemistry
2nd class upper. how do we go about the canada student route
link to apply tor school pls and she has a kid and husband
need help pls

I assume you meant she wishes to have her child and husband as dependents, so I would advise a Master's program. Under current stringent rules and considering her intent, this is the most viable option, as a Master's program would grant access to SOWP privileges and allow her husband to work. It will also make her eligible for a 3-year PGWP.

A significant level of financial capacity is also necessary. For a family of three, She'll need proof of funds for first-year tuition plus approximately CAD $45,000 for living and miscellaneous expenses. Study permit aside, the first thing she needs to do now is apply directly through university websites. I recommend starting with affordable options like the University of Saskatchewan, University of Regina, or Memorial University of Newfoundland.

Wishing you good luck.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Ayo4030: 10:49pm On Feb 07

Alright will do that, Thank you.

SOPWriter:
That's roughly four months ago, which is quite a while. I recommend you follow up directly with the Graduate Office responsible for the department's admissions.

Email: mathgrad@mun.ca

Ensure you quote your application number and the exact date you submitted your application.

Good luck!

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by JMG12: 4:15pm On Feb 08

Looking at your situation here is my advice:
1. Your educational and professional backgrounds are different; however, you are to continue your career path based on your professional background; that's where you have career progression.
2. You can apply for a college postgraduate diploma for a 2-year program or a 1-year postgraduate certificate program; you should know the difference is in the postgraduation work permit.
3. You can apply for any of the 2, but you should know a 2-year program qualifies you for a 3-year PGWP, while a 1-year program qualifies you for a 1-year PGWP.

Othankz:
Good day everyone,

I’d really appreciate advice from experienced members regarding my Canadian study application, as the process is quite confusing and I don’t want to waste my resources.

Here’s my background

-B.Sc. Economics (2:2), graduated in 2018

-Over 5 years of work experience as a Data Analyst, and more recently as a DevOps Engineer (IT)

-Previously denied US visa 4 times (mainly due to funding and home ties (the generic 214B denial))

Based on my academic result, cost of attendance a friend and an agent advised that I apply to a college diploma program instead since most Canadian universities may not consider my application.

My questions are:

1.Given my education and work experience, what programs would be the best fit for me in Canada, as agent keep suggesting I apply to programs like supply chain management/Accounting but my interest is on IT related programs?

2.Is applying for a college diploma after already having a B.Sc. likely to be an issue during the study visa application?

3.Would a PG certificate/ PG diploma be a stronger option than a regular diploma?

I genuinely want to do this the right way and avoid unnecessary losses. Any guidance, school recommendations, or personal experiences will be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 7:47pm On Feb 08*

Hello everyone…

Please can someone answer me 🙏. My sister wants to go to Canada for studies and the husband lives and works in US, he is also in the military. He wants to sponsor my sister ie his wife to Canada for studies. Please can he sponsor her? What’s my sister’s chance of getting a visa?
What are the necessary things they needs to do?
He had also filed for her to go to US before the ban.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 7:55pm On Feb 08

amnotapervert:
Congratulations!

I love hearing good news like this. You did the right thing and closed every possible gap the visa officer could have raised in your application.

Having €50,000 in your sponsor’s account to support the applicant, and over ₦70 million for you and your family, was a strong move.

The ₦70 million clearly shows you can cover school fees and upkeep, while the €50,000 served as solid additional backup if needed.

This is exactly why I always advise people to show at least two years of full school fees 35 million naira plus the required upkeep amount for the applicant and all accompanying family members.

https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/study-permit/get-documents/financial-support.html

Sometimes it sounds like I’m talking too much, but this is the reason.

Once again, congratulations. Please start planning for PR from the moment you enter Canada create your profile early, and you and your wife should look for ways to maximize your points.

Wishing you all the best in the future.

Hello Sir…

Please can someone answer me 🙏. My sister wants to go to Canada for studies and the husband lives and works in US, he is also in the military. He wants to sponsor my sister ie his wife to Canada for studies. Please can he sponsor her? What’s my sister’s chance of getting a visa?
What are the necessary things they needs to do?
He had also filed her papers to go to US before the ban

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by amnotapervert(m): 3:50am On Feb 09

Naomy8:
Hello Sir…

Please can someone answer me 🙏. My sister wants to go to Canada for studies and the husband lives and works in US, he is also in the military. He wants to sponsor my sister ie his wife to Canada for studies. Please can he sponsor her? What’s my sister’s chance of getting a visa?
What are the necessary things they needs to do?
He had also filed her papers to go to US before the ban

sorry for the late reply if he has the funds why not ...he can sponsor her
as for the step he should contact a licenced immigration consultant not a Facebook agent in the state he stays in USA they can help him with his wife study application https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 7:33am On Feb 09

amnotapervert:
sorry for the late reply if he has the funds why not ...he can sponsor her
as for the step he should contact a licenced immigration consultant not a Facebook agent in the state he stays in USA they can help him with his wife study application https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

Thank you so much for replying🙏…I really appreciate.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by ATTAHDYE(m): 9:49am On Feb 09

You sister's husband can sponsor her if he can provide proper proof of relationship, means of financial support and other suppoting documents from both your sister and her husband.

The question of what are her chances of getting the visa lies in the hands of the visa officer who will review her files and how convincing the documents they provide are.

Avoid agents that gaurantee visa outcome and those who will "assist" you with fake documents

All the best.

Naomy8:
Hello everyone…

Please can someone answer me 🙏. My sister wants to go to Canada for studies and the husband lives and works in US, he is also in the military. He wants to sponsor my sister ie his wife to Canada for studies. Please can he sponsor her? What’s my sister’s chance of getting a visa?
What are the necessary things they needs to do?
He had also filed for her to go to US before the ban.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 4:27pm On Feb 09

ATTAHDYE:
You sister's husband can sponsor her if he can provide proper proof of relationship, means of financial support and other suppoting documents from both your sister and her husband.

The question of what are her chances of getting the visa lies in the hands of the visa officer who will review her files and how convincing the documents they provide are.

Avoid agents that gaurantee visa outcome and those who will "assist" you with fake documents

All the best.

Thank you so much for replying 🙏..I appreciate.
I asked because someone was telling her that it’s better she claims her husband is in Nigeria and do self sponsor, that when they see her husband is in US, they will think she wants to run to US through Canada and not a genuine student. So they might deny her visa because of that..

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 4:27pm On Feb 09

Naomy8:
Thank you so much for replying🙏…I really appreciate.

I asked because someone was telling her that it’s better she claims her husband is in Nigeria and do self sponsor, that when they see her husband is in US, they will think she wants to run to US through Canada and not a genuine student. So they might deny her visa because of that..

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 4:31pm On Feb 09

amnotapervert:
sorry for the late reply if he has the funds why not ...he can sponsor her
as for the step he should contact a licenced immigration consultant not a Facebook agent in the state he stays in USA they can help him with his wife study application https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

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amnotapervert:
sorry for the late reply if he has the funds why not ...he can sponsor her
as for the step he should contact a licenced immigration consultant not a Facebook agent in the state he stays in USA they can help him with his wife study application https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

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amnotapervert:
sorry for the late reply if he has the funds why not ...he can sponsor her
as for the step he should contact a licenced immigration consultant not a Facebook agent in the state he stays in USA they can help him with his wife study application https://register.college-ic.ca/Public-Register-EN/RCIC_Search.aspx

Thank you so much for replying 🙏…I really appreciate.
I asked because someone was telling her that it’s better she claims her husband is in Nigeria and do self sponsor, that when they see her husband is in US, they will think she wants to run to US through Canada and not a genuine student. So they might deny her visa because of that..

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by ATTAHDYE(m): 12:51am On Feb 10

Don't ever lie on your application.

She will be playing with 5 years ban if she follows that advise, Canada and US in particular share data.

Let her Submit her application truthfully and leave the rest to God.

Naomy8:
I asked because someone was telling her that it’s better she claims her husband is in Nigeria and do self sponsor, that when they see her husband is in US, they will think she wants to run to US through Canada and not a genuine student. So they might deny her visa because of that..

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kobobay(m): 4:37am On Feb 10

Sire20:
My sister applied since November 20th, and no update since biometric has been completed. Even her upfront medical was not update. I wondering what the problem is with the pause.

Do you have any updates on your sister's application yet?

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kobobay(m): 4:38am On Feb 10

leinadfem:
I applied days earlier than the 19th, no update yet on my end as well.

Please have you received any update yet?

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by leinadfem(m): 7:13am On Feb 10

kobobay:
Please have you received any update yet?

No update yet, I received AOR letter/ Submission confirmation on the 3rd of Feb and I thought that was weird as I thought I should have received that since last year when I submitted application,
I’m positive for us all tho, we’ll hear good news soon.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Naomy8: 9:27am On Feb 10

ATTAHDYE:
Don't ever lie on your application.

She will be playing with 5 years ban if she follows that advise, Canada and US in particular share data.

Let her Submit her application truthfully and leave the rest to God.

Alright dear…thank you so much🙏

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Sire20: 3:36pm On Feb 10

kobobay:
Do you have any updates on your sister's application yet?

She also received confirmation of submission on Feb 3 as well.

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kobobay(m): 7:49pm On Feb 10

Sire20:
She also received confirmation of submission on Feb 3 as well.

Thanks for the update. No moving with our applications

Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by kobobay(m): 7:50pm On Feb 10

leinadfem:
No update yet, I received AOR letter/ Submission confirmation on the 3rd of Feb and I thought that was weird as I thought I should have received that since last year when I submitted application,
I’m positive for us all tho, we’ll hear good news soon.

Thanks for sharing. No update yet from our side. I think it is strange considering the processing time for Nigerian applicants.

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Re: Canadian Student Visa Thread Part 23 by Zanemom: 9:40pm On Feb 10

Hello.
Please I need your advice.
I want to apply to Canada however I made a third class and i have already applied to UPEI and got a rejection. Right now , am considering a diploma course in environment and resource law at Saskatchewan polytechnic as my undergraduate is Law. And I also intend to move with family. I know about the Spowp and am aware my spouse can’t work until I graduate but we still want to try it.
Please Gurus in the house, what advice do you have for me? Thank you.

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