Lekiboboe how are you? Have you gotten your SOP reviewed?

Qudkom:
Lekiboboe how are you? Have you gotten your SOP reviewed?

@Qudkom, Am fyn, guess u are doing great as well?

Yes Justmellow has reached out to me...

Lekiboboe:
Hi Tracy2020

1) Try check if its the latest Acrobat reader u are using, if not, update it to the latest version or download a new one , uninstall the former and install the new one

2) Hope the form u filled & signed is a recent one u downloaded...if not , download a new IMM 1294 form, cos there are cases whereby an IMM form of February 2020 has bin updated in May-June 2020..


The link below could be helpful as well
https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/helpcentre/answer.asp?qnum=1312&top=23

All the best ma'am...

Thank you so much.

Tracy2020:


Thank you so much.

U r welcome @Tracy2020

Hello Silvamania,

I sent you a message. please reach out

silvamania:
Hello All,

Please who is going for MBA at University of New Brunswick September 2020

Please reach out to me


Also , can I use a 4 month electronic bank statement as POF ??

Thank you

milkytins:
Good day all. Got M.Sc offer in TRU, tuition fee is $35,700. Got Research assistant of $10,000 for first two semesters with an option of renewal in 2nd year. The supervisor promised full time job offer during summer break.
My question: How can one get visas for family of three with this offer? We plan to go together.
Thanks.

Pls advise a brother in need....

Chukwuemeka101:
Reapplied may 13 Got mail from IRCC now, I have not checked it..scared though

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HollateeK247:
Hello sir,

Please I recently got an offer to the University of Alberta for an M.Eng in Civil Engineering.

The thing is, I really don't want to make any mistakes in my application for a study permit. I have read some things online but I would really appreciate it if you could give me like a step by step approach in application with red flags one should avoid.

Also, my parents would like to accompany me for my trip to Canada, am I to apply for 3 visitor Visas (2 for them and 1 for myself) or does my study permit application cover them. Also, with regards to funding, what's the minimum amount one's sponsor should have in the account plus for how long should the money be there before making the study permit application.

I look forward to hearing from you sir.

Congratulations bro.
What was your University CGPA?
I don’t think it’s advisable to go with your parents though.

(For a friend) Thanks for the free assistance Seniors. Please I need guidance, here is my situation...I'm saying it Black/White;
I have 5 kids, first is done with Secondary school, second and third in secondary school, fourth in primary school and last a baby (Canadian citizen). I want them all to move to Canada including my wife while I remain in Naija. This is what I have done;
Got and paid the admission for my First child into a University in Canada,
Got and paid for a private school for the (Second, Third and Fourth) in Canada and gotten a College for my wife to attend while with the kids in Canada.
I intend to apply for a student Visa for all of them, what are my chances of success?

Thank you once again for your anticipated assistance......

Many thanks Frankrobbn1
Pls i wuld like to connect with you.

Frankrobbn1:



1. It's rational if you're self-sponsored giving you're happily married with three (3) kids. This clearly explains to the visa officer that you're well-established in your home country irrespective of absence of immovable assets back home.

2. As per the immigration policy of Canada, your immediate family (spouse and kids) are the strongest ties you could ever think of in your home country. This is because the visa officers are fully aware that you won't abscond into thin air when you get into Canada without returning back to your family in Nigeria. Possession of Buildings and lands in your home country are considered as auxiliaries ties.

3. Admin officer for over 7 years now exhibits a career progression with your intended program in public administration. Based on this, I don't see anything wrong with your job experience.


4. Is public administration related to politics? I guess yes, you can explain how your international degree will be a vehicle for you to occupy a power/political position so as to enable you make a positive impact in your home country.


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So I got my GCMS notes today and I have to say I agree with all those who say the GCMS notes help you see the main concern of the VO. The reason for the rejection was a lack of funds which did not make sense to me because I had more then enough funds for my entire program plus upkeep.

Turns out the VO was concerned that [/b]we did not supply evidence that my sponsor had control of his company account[b].
Note, we submitted three accounts:

1. Mine in which the sponsor had already paid in my tuition and upkeep.

2. His personal account which was also okay

3. Company account to show his source of income as a self employed person because otherwise we had no evidence of how he earned his living. We also submitted incorporation documents of his company.

How does a self employed person show his source of income without showing his business account?

Luckymama:
So I got my GCMS notes today and I have to say I agree with all those who say the GCMS notes help you see the main concern of the VO. The reason for the rejection was a lack of funds which did not make sense to me because I had more then enough funds for my entire program plus upkeep.

Turns out the VO was concerned that [/b]we did not supply evidence that my sponsor had control of his company account[b].
Note, we submitted three accounts:

1. Mine in which the sponsor had already paid in my tuition and upkeep.

2. His personal account which was also okay

3. Company account to show his source of income as a self employed person because otherwise we had no evidence of how he earned his living. We also submitted incorporation documents of his company.

How does a self employed person show his source of income without showing his business account?

It Is not really about you showing that you have all the money (mistake many are making) it's about where that money is coming from, that money should not come from company's account, it should come from his savings/ personal account.

Luckymama:
So I got my GCMS notes today and I have to say I agree with all those who say the GCMS notes help you see the main concern of the VO. The reason for the rejection was a lack of funds which did not make sense to me because I had more then enough funds for my entire program plus upkeep.

Turns out the VO was concerned that [/b]we did not supply evidence that my sponsor had control of his company account[b].
Note, we submitted three accounts:

1. Mine in which the sponsor had already paid in my tuition and upkeep.

2. His personal account which was also okay

3. Company account to show his source of income as a self employed person because otherwise we had no evidence of how he earned his living. We also submitted incorporation documents of his company.

How does a self employed person show his source of income without showing his business account?

It's all good that the GCMS note is providing a pointer for you. Way back from the start, it was that company account that fumbled all your effort in that app.

I remembered your financial situation was really good even without that company account. I think it would make sense to get the funds in that company account into his personal account based on the GCMS insight. Or you are considering the idea of adding financial documents from your hubby?

Your next will be your time, Good luck.

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Frankrobbn1:



There is no logical progression in your choice of program in Canada. You graduated with 3.64cgpa which can easily secure a master's degree in Canada and would increase your chances of getting an approval.

Given your academic background in finance, It's reasonable if you apply for a Master of Management (MGM) degree in International Accounting and Finance at the University of Windsor. You will be required to pay 4kCAD to the school to secure your seat in the program.

Going for a Graduate Certificate in Business Insights and Analytics will give the visa officer the impression that you're not a bonafide student and thus using study permit as a means to facilitate entry into Canada rather than educational advancement.

Your sister who is currently a Canadian citizen can be your main sponsor if she has adequate available financial resources to cover for your tuition and living expenses.

This is my honest advice for you. Seneca is good but your Visa chances are slim.


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Hello sir,
I'm new here. I am got an admission to Seneca College undergraduate program for Fashion Art. My study permit processing is ongoing. What do you really mean by Visa chances in Seneca are slim. Do they hardly give out visas for Seneca students. Thank you for your anticipated reply.

Hello everyone,

I gained admission and I was asked to submit official proof of diploma in order to complete my admission process.
Please how do I do this as I am in possession with my previous certificate already.
Anyone with experience about this should kindly assist me.

Thanks.

@Frankrobbn1, JustMellow, Naijaforeigner.

@Frankrobbn1, @Luckymama, @dommakavelli and other gurus in the house .... i will really appreciate if you can help me proofread my SOP before i apply this coming week .you guys have helped people here,pls do not reject mine i beg of you!

Zolagigo:
@frankrobbn1, pse I need your help and advise on critical issues. my email zolagigo@gmail.com. thanks in anticipation.

I can confirm to have acknowledged the receipt of your email.

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LordAA:
Hello everyone,

I gained admission and I was asked to submit official proof of diploma in order to complete my admission process.
Please how do I do this as I am in possession with my previous certificate already.
Anyone with experience about this should kindly assist me.

Thanks.

@Frankrobbn1, JustMellow, Naijaforeigner.

What they meant by official proof of diploma from University of Lagos is that you're ought to send the official copy of your diploma certificate directly from the exams and records of University of Lagos via courier to the school in Canada. However, you scan the unofficial and upload it on your admission portal and explain to them your inability to get the official certificate due to current global pandemic.

By the way, which program are you applying for in Canada and what's the name of the school?


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Olaa123:
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Hello sir,
I'm new here. I am got an admission to Seneca College undergraduate program for Fashion Art. My study permit processing is ongoing. What do you really mean by Visa chances in Seneca are slim. Do they hardly give out visas for Seneca students. Thank you for your anticipated reply.

I never said so Sir as per the bolded. I was only advising the applicant based on his profile since he already had 3.64CGPA in his undergraduate studies, he should be going for master's and not a post graduate diploma at Seneca.

Please let's be meticulous enough on this thread. I wish you the best in your application.


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Dear Mr. Frank, Just Mellow, et al.

For LOE, please does one have to respond to all previous study permit refusals or it's just the last refusal (i.e the most recent)?

Thank you.

Frankrobbn1:



A Bank statement is valid for a month (30 days). See the attachment with this post from IRCC website for visa instructions for study permit applications from Nigeria.


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Hello everyone to also back up this claim here is an attached response from a former visa officer

Lekiboboe:

@Qudkom, Am fyn, guess u are doing great as well?

Yes Justmellow has reached out to me...

Hello Lekiboboe,

You could as well send to him so you get different perspectives to merge your final decision. Having too much is never too much.

All the best

Adetayoade1:
Hello everyone to also back up this claim here is an attached response from a former visa officer

Awesome, glad to know you made your own research on the subject matter.

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ajikaz2003:
Dear Mr. Frank, Just Mellow, et al.

For LOE, please does one have to respond to all previous study permit refusals or it's just the last refusal (i.e the most recent)?

Thank you.

The most recent refusal grounds are sufficient, that's what the new immigration officer will review to know if your situation has substantively changed.


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JustMellow:


Hello Lekiboboe,

You could as well send to him so you get different perspectives to merge your final decision. Having too much is never too much.

All the best

Alright @JustMellow,

U got a point,

I will do that....

Thanks...

milkytins:
Good day all. Got M.Sc offer in TRU, tuition fee is $35,700. Got Research assistant of $10,000 for first two semesters with an option of renewal in 2nd year. The supervisor promised full time job offer during summer break.
My question: How can one get visas for family of three with this offer? We plan to go together.
Thanks.

Hello Milkytins,

Basing my opinion on your wordings, the cost of your tuition fees for 2yrs coupled with the living costs of a family of three will exceedingly be too high and may outweigh your finances. This may likely be the case IF your proof of funds is fairly strong irrespective of your RA funds.

Why not consider filing a single application, as you stand a better chance without them.

All the best

Hello everyone,I just got an admission to a Canadian university in Québec and I would like to know if I need a statement of account to apply for a caq

Frankrobbn1:


I never said so Sir as per the bolded. I was only advising the applicant based on his profile since he already had 3.64CGPA in his undergraduate studies, he should be going for master's and not a post graduate diploma at Seneca.

Please let's be meticulous enough on this thread. I wish you the best in your application.


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Thank you so much for your reply and clarification sir. I understand what you mean well.

Luckymama:
So I got my GCMS notes today and I have to say I agree with all those who say the GCMS notes help you see the main concern of the VO. The reason for the rejection was a lack of funds which did not make sense to me because I had more then enough funds for my entire program plus upkeep.

Turns out the VO was concerned that [/b]we did not supply evidence that my sponsor had control of his company account[b].
Note, we submitted three accounts:

1. Mine in which the sponsor had already paid in my tuition and upkeep.

2. His personal account which was also okay

3. Company account to show his source of income as a self employed person because otherwise we had no evidence of how he earned his living. We also submitted incorporation documents of his company.

How does a self employed person show his source of income without showing his business account?

Glad to know you've finally received the visa officer's secret file (GCMS note) on your application.

In a situation like this, I would suggest your sponsor should obtain a bank reference letter that will attest to the fact that he is the sole signatory to his cooperate account and has satisfactorily been running this account since its creation date until now.

Your sponsor should also get a board resolution letter clearly written on the company's official letter headed paper. This letter should introduce your sponsor as the MD/CEO of the company, and in the letter, the board of directors should confirm that they are fully aware and in support of your sponsor (MD/CEO) of the company to sponsor your education and stay in Canada for a two years master's or PGD/C program in Canada. They should further state that they wouldn't pose to be a hindrance or obstruction to funds accessibility during the course of your studies in Canada and that adequate provisions are in place to making sure that funds are available for you without working in Canada to pay for your fees etc.


In your letter of explanation when carefully analysing and tackling the refusal grounds that were raised by the visa officer in your last application, you should ensure to draw the attention of the new visa officer to the aforementioned points about the board resolution letter and reference letter which you have added in this new application. Also elucidate in detail how the funds for your education will be spent by drafting a financial table detailing the annual funds available and annual expenses for your first year of studies. Having said that, your sponsor should also try to pay at least your tuition fees and have your living expenses transferred into your domicilary account.


I am confident if you implement the above points, it would considerably improve your application chances for approval.

In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns in this regard, don't hesitate to reach out here for professional assistance.

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Frankrobbn1:


I never said so Sir as per the bolded. I was only advising the applicant based on his profile since he already had 3.64CGPA in his undergraduate studies, he should be going for master's and not a post graduate diploma at Seneca.

Please let's be meticulous enough on this thread. I wish you the best in your application.


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Pls, what could possibly be the cause for admission refusals for a GPA of 3.788. WES Canada 3.33/4.00. I have got more 10 to 14 reject.. what will you advise. Bcz I really need MSc and not college . Thus has made me to be considering other options. But can you throw some insight to me ?

hotboss:


Pls, what could possibly be the cause for admission refusals for a GPA of 3.788. WES Canada 3.33/4.00. I have got more 10 to 14 reject.. what will you advise. Bcz I really need MSc and not college . Thus has made me to be considering other options. But can you throw some insight to me ?

Its probably that your SOP was weak during the past applications for admisson. If I may ask, what course of study are you going for in Canada?

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Patterns18:
(For a friend) Thanks for the free assistance Seniors. Please I need guidance, here is my situation...I'm saying it Black/White;
I have 5 kids, first is done with Secondary school, second and third in secondary school, fourth in primary school and last a baby (Canadian citizen). I want them all to move to Canada including my wife while I remain in Naija. This is what I have done;
Got and paid the admission for my First child into a University in Canada,
Got and paid for a private school for the (Second, Third and Fourth) in Canada and gotten a College for my wife to attend while with the kids in Canada.
I intend to apply for a student Visa for all of them, what are my chances of success?

Thank you once again for your anticipated assistance......

Hello Patterns18,

Its now a dream for most parents in this modern day Nigeria to see their children grow up outside her terrain. Its never a rule to the number of applicants tied to a sponsor as long as the financial requirement, commitment and sufficiency is met.

You shouldn't adhere to this advice but if you eventually file in this application, it may reek of desperation and the question of genuineness will be put in mark.

Everybody on the list can't just be on a study visa on one go. This is not me trying to say its a red flag or not possible but in otherwords, its discretionarily not right especially on the inclusion of your spouse also filing for a SP. Considerably right, even if you're determine to move your family and/or if your spouse doesn't qualify for EE, she should file as the PA and "some" of the children as accompanying dependent...

...or you can decide to move your children in twos and apply for a visit visa for your spouse. In as much as funds is a crucial part of the SP process, it has other technical and logical aspect of assessment which well describes genuineness. Mind you, applying for a study permit for them respectively means their application will be processed and assessed individually EXCEPT they're acting as accompanying dependent to your spouse and she using the children's admissions as leverage to demonstrate that they won't be a distraction.

Then again, other factors comes to bear like why waste funds when the younger ones could easily get free education and what measures has been taken to ensure that the baby don't act as a distraction. There are so many QUESTIONS to be asked and if there isn't ENOUGH answers stretched out to enable the VO make a proper assessment in arriving to a precise decision, the question of genuineness will resurface.

Since you're determined to accept whatever outcome the application brings forth given that you've already made some financial commitment, you can only try to be convincing enough and clear out blur areas in their application. The approach to processing their application is a make or mar situation. Depending on the approach, endeavour you have a good and/or reliable source of income and strong home ties amongst others.

In conclusion, the chances of a single application is not even guarantee let alone a family application. Keep what you believe in close and wish for the best.

N.B: what has been said is basically of my standpoint and mine alone.

All the best