₦airaland Forum

SOPWriter:

1. I understand money isn't a problem here, but note that your ties are equally important. Applying with your whole family might make the visa officer doubt whether you will return to Nigeria. However, you could go ahead if you have strong anchors like property, business, or extended family back home. Regardless, I would still recommend you apply alone for now and establish that you are a genuine student enrolled in a DLI before bringing your family over.

2. Neither you nor your family needs a PAL. Your wife is applying for an Open Work Permit (not a study permit), so she doesn't need a PAL. Your minor children can hold visitor records, and a PAL is absolutely unnecessary for that as well.

Wishing you good luck.

Mavor:
That IRCC will reject bank statements from such platorms. That only bank statements of dom accounts from commercial banks are deemed acceptable.

AbelAbdul:
. amnotapervert

Oghenerukoko:
Good morning. I don't know if I should say I am new here because I've been following this platform since last year and have been able to get my admission from the posts I read here. Kudos to Soltech1000, Okonkwobestman1, Sopwriter, Gloriousange. I read all of you posts one by one. I want to start my visa and I have questions.

1 We are family of 4 and all our children are minors. If the money is not the problem, would you advise me to leave my family behind or apply with them?
2 Will my wife and children need their own PAL?

Thank you

SOPWriter:

1. I understand money isn't a problem here, but note that your ties are equally important. Applying with your whole family might make the visa officer doubt whether you will return to Nigeria. However, you could go ahead if you have strong anchors like property, business, or extended family back home. Regardless, I would still recommend you apply alone for now and establish that you are a genuine student enrolled in a DLI before bringing your family over.

2. Neither you nor your family needs a PAL. Your wife is applying for an Open Work Permit (not a study permit), so she doesn't need a PAL. Your minor children can hold visitor records, and a PAL is absolutely unnecessary for that as well.

Wishing you good luck.

Omoniyimi12345:
Please, for POF, the travel expenses will be for return ticket or just one way ticket?

liberallatty:
Hello all

A friend student's visa application just got rejected now. Kindly help with any information on what step we can follow to either appeal or reapply. I attached the refusal letter below.

Thank you.

ehiremen2002:
@Oghenerukoko, I’ve been following this forum for a while and find myself in a very similar situation. I am currently assisting my aunt and her family friend with their applications, which we are looking to submit within the next 48 hours. Here is a breakdown of their profiles:

Profile 1: My Aunt
Family Structure: Family of 5, but applying for the Study Permit for herself and 2 children only (husband is staying back for now).

Academic Status: Admitted for a Master’s in Leadership at the University of Regina; $15,000 tuition deposit already paid.

Financials: Approximately ₦60 million across two personal bank accounts.

Travel History: Solo travel to Dubai (2019); East African trip with children last year.

Ties/Background: Senior Sales Manager in Hospitality. Registered personal business (inactive). Husband has an active business with full CAC/Tax documentation, plus property and vehicle titles.

Profile 2: Family Friend
Family Structure: Mother and 4 children (2 biological, 2 foster with legal guardianship affidavits).

Academic Status: Also admitted for a Master’s at Regina made 10k cad tuition deposit

Visa History: Mother has a valid Visitor Visa (TRV) until 2034. All 4 children have TRVs valid until August (recently renewed passports). Husband also holds an existing TRV with multiple previous visits to Canada.

Financials: Husband’s Domiciliary account holds over $170,000 USD, plus ₦50 million in local accounts. Includes full business documentation (CAC/Tax).

Travel History: Trip to East Africa last year; wife and kids have not yet utilized their Canadian visas.

Specific Question Regarding Minor Applicants
When filling out the study permit forms for the children accompanying a parent on a Master's degree:

What should be listed as the "School Name" for the children? Since they are minors, they generally attend primary or secondary schools based on their residence in Canada, but they may not have a specific Letter of Acceptance (LOA) yet.

Does anyone have experience on whether to list a generic "Public School Board" or a specific school in the Regina area?

JMG12:
They can use a visit- all-purpose or study permit, they don't need a letter of acceptance

ehiremen2002:
Thanks for the clarification, @JMG12. We have decided to proceed with Study Permits for the kids. However, we have a few questions regarding the documentation for minors:

Details of Intended Study in Canada: Since minors don't need a Letter of Acceptance (LOA), what should they input in this section? Should I list a generic "Public School Board" in the city where they will be studying, or leave it blank/write "To be determined upon arrival"?

Employment/Education History: For the children's "Current Activity/Employment" section,we will list their current school in Nigeria.

Supporting Documents: we have requested Letters of Recommendation from their current Nigerian schools (Elementary and High School). Are there any other specific documents required from their current schools—such as transcripts, report cards, or "To Whom It May Concern" letters—to strengthen the application?

we would appreciate any insights from those who have successfully processed Study Permits for minors from Nigeria.

AbelAbdul:
If you can, get the bold documents.

ehiremen2002:
One of the document for the foster kids

Draft Letter for XXXXXXX
[School Letterhead: XXXXX Private School]
[School Address/Contact Details/CAC Number]

Date: 09/05/2026

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

RE: STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND REFERENCE FOR XXXXXXXX

This is to formally confirm that xxxxxx (Date of Birth: xx/xx/2016) is a registered student at xxxx Private School. He is currently enrolled in Basic 6.

Bleep has been a student with us since Bleep and has maintained a commendable academic and behavioral record s. He is a diligent student who participates actively in school activities.

We are aware of the plans by his Legal Guardian,xxxx, to pursue a Master’s degree in Canada. We understand that xxxx will be accompanying her to continue his education there.

We highly recommend Bleep for admission into any primary Bleep institution in Canada, as he has the academic foundation and character to excel. Please find his most recent academic reports attached for your review.

Yours faithfully,

xxxx

[Name of Principal/Head Teacher]
[Official School Stamp]

Mavor:
That IRCC will reject bank statements from such platorms. That only bank statements of dom accounts from commercial banks are deemed acceptable.

dsureguy:
Not true..

I have used such things before now. Even use if for US visa and it worked...

If they have a foreign license with US, UK, CA or within Europe, use it...

Chigbo55:
My sponsor is my brother-in-law, who is a Canadian citizen and is legally employed in Canada. he has already funded the GiC account and student chequing which I opened in my name with 50million, I have gotten his sponsorship letter, employment letter, their marriage certificate to show he is legally married to my sister, but the case is that he didn't want to present his bank statement instead he said he will give me T1 General, Can this T1 General serve as sponsor's bank statement of account? Will IRCC accept it?

He also visited Nigeria several years ago, and we took family and personal photographs together. I plan to include these pictures as supporting evidence to demonstrate our genuine family relationship and closeness.

ehiremen2002:
@Oghenerukoko, I’ve been following this forum for a while and find myself in a very similar situation. I am currently assisting my aunt and her family friend with their applications, which we are looking to submit within the next 48 hours. Here is a breakdown of their profiles:

Profile 1: My Aunt
Family Structure: Family of 5, but applying for the Study Permit for herself and 2 children only (husband is staying back for now).

Academic Status: Admitted for a Master’s in Leadership at the University of Regina; $15,000 tuition deposit already paid.

Financials: Approximately ₦60 million across two personal bank accounts.

Travel History: Solo travel to Dubai (2019); East African trip with children last year.

Ties/Background: Senior Sales Manager in Hospitality. Registered personal business (inactive). Husband has an active business with full CAC/Tax documentation, plus property and vehicle titles.

Profile 2: Family Friend
Family Structure: Mother and 4 children (2 biological, 2 foster with legal guardianship affidavits).

Academic Status: Also admitted for a Master’s at Regina made 10k cad tuition deposit

Visa History: Mother has a valid Visitor Visa (TRV) until 2034. All 4 children have TRVs valid until August (recently renewed passports). Husband also holds an existing TRV with multiple previous visits to Canada.

Financials: Husband’s Domiciliary account holds over $170,000 USD, plus ₦50 million in local accounts. Includes full business documentation (CAC/Tax).

Travel History: Trip to East Africa last year; wife and kids have not yet utilized their Canadian visas.

Specific Question Regarding Minor Applicants
When filling out the study permit forms for the children accompanying a parent on a Master's degree:

What should be listed as the "School Name" for the children? Since they are minors, they generally attend primary or secondary schools based on their residence in Canada, but they may not have a specific Letter of Acceptance (LOA) yet.

Does anyone have experience on whether to list a generic "Public School Board" or a specific school in the Regina area?

JMG12:
It is not disastrous. If he has the finance to cover for the entire family and he is able to convince the VO that it is not relocation pathway, it's fine, but if otherwise, then he should apply first after getting his approval, he can submit for the other family members.

What will you advice he do?

Omoniyimi12345:
Good morning everyone. I have applied and gotten a LOA from a Private Uni in Canada. My confusion, however, is that they didn't ask for my WASSCE or any high school result. I also did not submit any letter of intent. They only requested for school transcripts. Although, I have been in communication with the official mail on their website, I am still feeling like the admission process is 'too fast' and I am wondering if my result or letter of intent are just not needed.

I am about to pay my tuition deposit through the link in my LOA (PAYMYTUITION), but I am also trying to be careful.

Are my worries valid or it is just Naija mentality that is messing with me?

AbelAbdul:
Pls I have made international transactions in Jan and march. Would the VO assume I have travelled to those countries? because the name of the countries reflected in my transaction history

cc justwise

AbelAbdul:
. amnotapervert

Chigbo55:
My sponsor is my brother-in-law, who is a Canadian citizen and is legally employed in Canada. he has already funded the GiC account and student chequing which I opened in my name with 50million, I have gotten his sponsorship letter, employment letter, their marriage certificate to show he is legally married to my sister, but the case is that he didn't want to present his bank statement instead he said he will give me T1 General, Can this T1 General serve as sponsor's bank statement of account? Will IRCC accept it?

He also visited Nigeria several years ago, and we took family and personal photographs together. I plan to include these pictures as supporting evidence to demonstrate our genuine family relationship and closeness.

Omoniyimi12345:
Good morning everyone. I have applied and gotten a LOA from a Private Uni in Canada. My confusion, however, is that they didn't ask for my WASSCE or any high school result. I also did not submit any letter of intent. They only requested for school transcripts. Although, I have been in communication with the official mail on their website, I am still feeling like the admission process is 'too fast' and I am wondering if my result or letter of intent are just not needed.

I am about to pay my tuition deposit through the link in my LOA (PAYMYTUITION), but I am also trying to be careful.

Are my worries valid or it is just Naija mentality that is messing with me?

Omoniyimi12345:
Good morning.
I want more insight on this please.
Can you submit for other family members before you travel? Is there a possibility that their application will be approved before you travel? So that you can actually leave together.

amnotapervert:
what is the name of the school .... ?

have you checked if you qualify for PGWP after schooling ?

nwaobitex:
Hello guys thank you all for the many suggestions and contributions. I got admission for masters in canada for Winter 2027. I'm here for advice on preparing documents (bank statements, business documents, tax?? etc) for POF and proving home ties. I am the last child of my family and I plan to use my dad as my sponsor, he has been a business man for many years.

I also work and earn and okay salary but my company does not provide payslip so I wonder if bank statement of the transfer will be enough. Also when is the best time for me to submit the application to give enough time for processing.

Also are there any bodies that offer funding for int'l students ?
My school did not require a tuition deposit but I can pay for a semester if necessary. My family will sponsor for a some time so I also plan to work and fend for my fees. Also can I use a gift deed?

I know I've asked a lot of questions but I'd appreciate any answers.

Omoniyimi12345:
Good morning everyone. I have applied and gotten a LOA from a Private Uni in Canada. My confusion, however, is that they didn't ask for my WASSCE or any high school result. I also did not submit any letter of intent. They only requested for school transcripts. Although, I have been in communication with the official mail on their website, I am still feeling like the admission process is 'too fast' and I am wondering if my result or letter of intent are just not needed.

I am about to pay my tuition deposit through the link in my LOA (PAYMYTUITION), but I am also trying to be careful.

Are my worries valid or it is just Naija mentality that is messing with me?

Omoniyimi12345:
Crandall.

Yes, I have checked.