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kcosam:
Well done @Qudkom, this is the way forward, that's why we continue to respect your opinion and other gurus in the house. Thank you.

Thanks for the compliments. I appreciate

Biot34:
Good evening gurus I'm to reapply this week pls how can I tackle or write a letter of explanation on these problems below. Pls help me"I have reviewed the application. Based on the *financial documents submitted*, the Applicant appears to have a *moderate level of establishment* in their country of residence, and as a consequence, this visit does not appear to be a reasonable expense. in addition, *I have therefore accorded less weight to the applicant's economic ties*. The applicant's *purpose of visit appears vague* and poorly documented. The applicant's prior travel history is insufficient to count as a positive factor in my assessment. Weighing the factors in this application, I am not satisfied that the applicant will depart Canada at the end of the period authorized for their stay. For the reasons above, I have refused this application."

The VO raised 6 different reasons to why your application was refused. You need more tham just a letter of explanation to deal with your refusal. You have to reevaluate your application starting from proving your economic ties to Nigeria(I have a detailed post where I spoke about documents you can use to this effect).

The VO stated a poorly written study plan, which means you have to reconstruct a new sop.

P.s: I don't see why you need to rush another application. Economic ties alone is something to take your time on. You can always defer your admission and take your time to get the relevant informations you need.

An extract from my previous posts to prove your economic ties.

1. TAX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATE: When last did you pay company tax. You write about how passionate you are about your country in your sop but can't provide a tax certificate. This single most important document proves to a vo you have a company that is well ingrained in Nigeria.

2. TIN registration: It is important to get a tax identification number and scan the letter confirming your TIN number in your application.
3. Car ownership certificate: yes scan the certificate showing you ownership of your vehicle. Most especially if you have a nice ride. This shows a VO that you are doing ok in Nigeria.

4. Work assets & Machineries: Perhaps you purchased an asset from china a few years back for your company and still have the receipt you can scan snd present it in a coherent way. You don't want to confuse a vo because the next thing is some generic refusal hence order gcms note.

5. Proof of past/future contracts: Have you executed some contracts in the past (1-5yrs) you can include this. If you also have some contracts coming up you can include proof.

6. Reference letters: You can have certified and verified companies you've worked with in the past write you reference letters to show your prudence.

7. Regulatory bodies Certificates : Every industry in Nigeria is regulated by a designated party. It is important to be certified by these bodies. Presenting proof of this certification will strengthen your application.

Darasimis:
Good Day everyone, I just discovered this thread and found it to be amazing.

I was denied study visa few months ago based on purpose of visit only. I just received my GCMS from IRCC. The VO final comment on the last page stated that " The applicant study plan appears vague and poorly documented. The applicant does not sufficiently established that the proposed studies would be a reasonable expenses"

I planned to study child and youth care (two years diploma). I stated in my SOP that i would setup youth care center in Nigeria after my study.

Please i need insight on how to tackle the VO concern in my next application.

Your gcms was pretty much straightforward.

1. You need a comprehensive study plan explaining why you need the program to establish your organisation in Nigeria.

2. Also getting supporting documents to back up your claim is essential.

3. You also need a letter of explanation to explain the newly introduced supporting documents and how they help clarify your previous refusal clauses.

Ayodeji787:
Hi everyone, please I'm trying to book appointment for biometric but there is no seat available for Lagos centre. When I clicked on earliest next available date, it's giving me wrong time as 01/01/0001.


Please what else can I do? I don't wanna go there without book cause of the crowd and don't want to be delayed due to not booking.

You don't need to book an appointment. Just get there very early. The whole biometric process is just about 15mins.

dodokuku:
Hello everyone,
Please would you advice i use an agent to assist with my application for admission and also for a student permit or its better to do it myself?

im looking at a Food sfety and quality assurance graduate certificate program at conestoga college (duration of 1 year), January 2020 intake.

Read up and widen your scope on the process.

Millalorinzzz:
Hi everyone
I am 23 years, is it possible for me to get an undergraduate degree visa
I already have a b.a degree but with 2.2, so I am considering the possibility of getting another undergraduate degree visa
I left secondary school 2012, is the gap not too much for the V.O to frown at since I will not be declaring my first degree in my application
Pls I await responses
Thanks

They say no dream is to big. And your age shouldn't stop you from aiming high in life. But with the current difficulty level of obtaining a study Visa you need a convincing sop and a strong reason to why you need that bsc. Plus your documents needs to be equally convincing....


P.s: You need to account for your study gaps. That is very important. I know you'll be advised to go for a diploma program but if you have a gut feeling about the bsc. Then go for it.

JustMellow:
Hello Qudkom, been a while. Hope you good?

Yes I am Bro. Thanks for asking, I hope you're doing great also...

guzenaira:
Guys,

Pls is it possible to get police character certificate without being in the country.

Yes more than possible. Applicants that have stayed in another country for more than 6 months simply have to contact a particular agency to get a police report.

Damidee06:
Just got a refusal letter now
Applied on the 4th of may
Applying for my notes doh. But i reallu need to know what to put in place before its arrival.
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Applied for a diploma in business administration.
Graduate of industrial and Labour relations in 2013.
Served in 2014.Been involved in family business eversince.

I tried to explain how they relate and i explained how our family business requires me to have a career in bus admin in my last SOP.
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The thing is that i would have applied for an advanced diploma or something but business administration is only available in diploma in the school.
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Have made deposit and all.
Pls how am i to tackle this.
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Gurus pls help a sister

Choice of study or poorly written study plan was most likely the reason for refusal. The travel history is simply a default refusal clause especially if your purpose of visits is been questioned and you have little or no travel history. Wait for your gcms note. And if you can't use every available hypothesis regarding purpose of visit to reapply. But then I believe you'd have to get a new admission letter in a more progressive manner. Check Post baccalaureate diploma- Business administration at Thompson Rivers University.

MUN19:
Frankrobbn1 !!!

Hello guys,

My question is how many times can admission be deferred?

Also, I have an uncle in Canada who’s ready to sponsor me but then he’s not having the same surname as my mom or dad. Can he be a sponsor?

You ca. Defer for a whole academic session. But not beyond that. For example if you apply for fall (September) you can defer till the following fall or in between. If you fail to submit a visa application in that pltime frame some school's will refund 50% of what you paid or nothing in fact. Always familiarise yourself with refund polices.

Akpesman:
Thank you so very much for the clue.
Pls may I know if one can submit his application and go for upfront medical few days after and send it to IRCC via webform. Pls.

Yes you can. Otherwise do the medical and wait for medical instructions. Good luck.

Akpesman:
Pls gurus in the house. I need ur help here. My sponsors bank statement is over 100 pages. Pls how do I go about it. Do I have to scan all the pages or some of them since I will be adding other documents to it so as to to exceed the 4mb limit. Pls house

You can scan specific pages. With over 100pages scanning 25pages is fine.
● 1st 5 pages
● 5 pages of each subsequent month
● last 5 pages of soa

Also note that the scanned pages should tally with the range of inflow in the account. Dont scan pages that shows 60k,100k,200k only and then scan the last pages showing millions in inflow. The VO cares about the inflow in the account and the source. Also to understand thay the balance tallies with previous transactions....

Fuszy:
Thanks brother, really appreciate.... will I be able to apply for September fall in the same college or any

Gcms note takes approximately 40days. Plus schools expect you to confirm attendance by 1st of August so you can apply and make contingencies for January.

Fuszy:
Evening everyone... God bless the good work u all have been doing putting novice like me straight. Am a first timer here, and a slight reder/ observer I recently applied for my study permit and was denied base on my purpose of visit, am yet to get my gcms.

Applications date April 23
Validation of biometric June 10
Refusal date June 11

I study Political Science, am working as an office administrator and I got admission to Sheridan college to study Office Administration- Executive( Diploma). Please guys I need your help as am about to reapply soon, biko help a bother����

Sorry about the refusal. The first loophole here is applying for office administration executive diploma program? What do you hope to gain from studying a program that could otherwise be done in Nigeria and also considering the expense to be incurred. You may need to apply for a more compelling post graduate program and compose a vibrant study plan(sop). Although, your gcms note will shed more light, with a purpose of visit refusal there is hope truly.

For the May applicants my advice would be to wait for the 9week aftrr which you can send subtle webforms asking them to update your application status. For a little hint try and attach newly printed bank statements alongside the webform and for the applicants that got reminders from their respective institutions on deadlines you can attach the letter with the webform. All the best. I know the wait is annoying but please exercise patience.

P.s: All webforms should be directed to the Kenya consulate.

Please let's not derail this thread. Whatever might have happened please let it slide and continue to assist one another in an harmonious manner. Thank you!. All this conflict doesn't help this thread and in a matter of 24hrs it will become irrelevant.

shegzyzee:
hello sir/ma, I am pastor a graduate of theology in a reputable seminary.. I will like d house to help me on how I can apply for master program on theology in canada..tanks.. God bless

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Hello, the first step to take would be to look for a DLI (Designated learning institute) to apply for a program. A quick google search will give you the various options available. From there you gather all relevant education credentials and apply. Also take into account the living expenses in the district/province you choose and check for available scholarships if it applies to you. All the best.

P.s; Go through the previous thread to boost your ideas.

larry10:
Visa Denial after 10 months and 26 Days.

It is well.

Omg!! Sorry about the refusal. Maybe you can post your application details. Also do well to order your gcms note.

MsAnne20:
Hello gurus in the house!!
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I strongly believe that I'm going to testify here ��
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Below are the following documents I intend to submit for my visa application, kindly help me review
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* letter of admission
*university certificate and transcript
*Nysc certificate
*international passport (data page)
*birth certificate
*police clearance certificate
*waec certificate
*statement of account ( 350,000 naira)
*USD statement of account ( 6,400 CAD for living expenses)
*tuition receipt (part payment $2,300)
*letter of introduction from employer
*Resume
*Employment Letter
*pictures of my brother and I when we were young
*Landed property in my name
*SOP

Sponsor's documents (My brother)
*Letter of sponsorship
*CAC certificate
*birth certificate
*International passport (data page)
*bank reference letter
*Statement of account of 8.9m balance

P.S Sponsor (my brother) is using his business account, also, we bear the same surname.

Please Can anyone help me review my SOP?

cc bracha, naijaforeigner, qudkom,frankrobbin1

1. It's unconvincing to use a Company account used for business affairs. Most especially company accounts that doesn't retain money for up to a week at the very least. It takes a lot to convince a VO that your sponsor intends to sponsor you with business funds.

2. Is your brother married? Kids?

3. What do you intend to do after your studies?

4. Any plans for the sole property?

Your personal finances are on the border. And when you deduct living expenses et all. What's left to convince a VO that you'll return?

Kishkosh:
Guys , Good morning all .
Quick one pls. My Bro wanna book KLM for me, he said Ethiopian airline and Egypt air maybe very frustrating for me being a first time long distance traveler .
But I think I've seen it here on the forum where someone made mention of transit visa or so. Cuz the KLM I got will pass through Detroit (USA)

I'd appreciate a bether explanation on the transit visa issue pls, regarding UK and US, I've made effort to check online , but I would appreciate better explanations here.
Thanks

Transit (C) visas are nonimmigrant visas for persons traveling in immediate and continuous transit through the United States en route to another country. You will definitely need a transit visa if you are passing through USA. I will recommend using Lufthansa* layover in frankfurt and then straight to Canada. You don't need a transit visa to transit through Germany. Save yourself the stress. All the best and safe journey in advance.

Fame2me79:
I’ve already sent a request for my note to know the reason for my refusal and also know a better way to systematically apply for a new application. I’m thinking of travelling to Dubai or South Africa, any suggestion? I’d appreciate if you can assist with a new sop.
Thank you

Travel history accompanies other refusal reasons. It is almost a generic reason especially if you've been flagged for financial reasons. Also I noticed what you studied in your previous degree doesn't correlate with your intended program and that might be related to the reason you got flagged for "Purpose of Visit". The first area of concern to the vo would be;
1. Why didn't he follow through with a profession related to that of your undergraduate degree?
2. You can always write your ACA exams in Nigeria hence, not a reasonable expense to travel over Canada.
3. SOP not showing any indication of proposed purpose of visit to Canada
4. Choice of sponsor is also a huge reason.

Sammy1210:
Hello people. Pls I am about to apply for my Visa and want to go for my medicals and have a police report done this week. How much do they both cost. And would I need to book ahead for a medical? I'm doing it upfront. Thank you

IOM in ikeja charge- The amount payable is 41,400 for adults 15 yrs and above, 32,700 for applicants 11 to less than 15 yrs, 28,900for applicants 5 to less than 11 yrs, 27,000 for applicants 0 to less than 5 yrs. All values are in Nigerian Naira.

Qlife- 35,000(Adults)

I did mine at Qlife family clinic. They request for your passport photograph and medical request for those that got it. After that you are called according to how you got there to pay and after that they give 3 tallies that come with different colours:
Tally A- blood test(HIV and syphilis)
Tally B- X-ray(You will enter a room and hug anxray machine to get your chest xray)
Tally C- body vitals; bp, eye sight (bring your glasses if you use one), check your height and weight.

Lastly, you will provide urine sample and see a doctor that will check your eyes, tongue and abdomen. The doctor will also ask about your medicsl history. It is advisable to get there early enough the process takes 3-5hrs. Hope this helps.

The Police clearance depends on your connection and could be anything from (3k-8k) but getting it done at the HQ in lagos shouldn't be more than 2k.

dayo23:
Pls Sir! I have 4Million on personal account and I have a sponsor my elder brother's Company with over 15Million, I want to do masters next year in Canada, but I graduated with 3rd Class from a Federal University. Do I stand a chance or are there a pre masters programme i can before applying for Masters. I need your advice guys

Your best option is a pre master program. You should check advanced diploma programs, post baccalaureate also. Your sponsor and financial portfolio doesn't look bad but a lot of micro factors also play an important role.

Damilolaoluwa:
Please how do I know the visa office processing my application? I tried to track it but all am seeing is no record found. Kind assist.

Study Visa application? Nairobi, Kenya. Also don't bother using the tracking code VFS sent you it doesn't work. All the best. Log in to your cic account to get any updates on your application.

prehill23:
Please how long does it take a school to decide on admission pls, i apply to quest university canada but having gotten any responce for 1week now

This is a peak period for most institutions so you should be looking upwards of 3weeks and abo2 especially if you applied for Winter session (January). They will want to finish up with the fall applicant before dealing with future applicants. All the best in the application.

kpizzle:
The VO are not above error. It is very unlikely he made any mistake. From my experience, the quality of how canadian student visa processing is very poor that is the reason no one can second guess them. There is so much inconsistency, just imagine the way people's passport are detained and how the app are not regularly updated. How about holding app for more than a year? The list goes on and on.

That's why I said cross check before ordering the gcms note. At least after doing that you can be sure it was the VO that made the mistake.

abusmanlouis:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the purpose of your visit.
• Pursuant to paragraph 220(a) of the IRPA, I am not satisfied that you have sufficient and available financial resources, without working in Canada, to pay the tuition fees for the course or program of studies that you intend to pursue.
• Pursuant to paragraph 220(b) of the IRPA, I am not satisfied that you have sufficient and available financial resources, without working in Canada, to maintain yourself and any family members who are accompanying you during your proposed period of study.
• Pursuant to paragraph 220(c) of the IRPA, I am not satisfied that you have sufficient and available financial resources, without working in Canada, to pay the cost of transporting yourself and any family members who are accompanying you to and from Canada.


i never said any of my family members is accompany me to canada. i am shocked to see these reasons
You are welcome to reapply if you feel that you can respond to these concerns and can demonstrate that your situation meets the requirements. All new applications must be accompanied by a new processing fee.
Sincerely,
High

Wow are you sure while filling the study permit questionnaire or family form you didn't tick yes for family members accompanying you? Cross check that before filing for gcmsnote.

Wow another episode(Part 16) I pray and hope every trv hopeful gets favoured. Shall we!!!

abelorode:
Wow part 16 already. Mr. Frank and Qudkom, greetings from this side.

I hail you boss.

Evankc:
I just got a bad news from my agent (second time now)
Refusal Grounds : Help!! I need advice for better way to address the issue

* I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay. Base on your personal asset and financial status.

* base on your current employment situation.

* I am not satisfied that you have sufficient and available financial resource, without working in Canada, to pay the tuition fee for the course or program of studies that you intend to purse.

* I am not satisfied that you have sufficient and available resources, without working in Canada to maintain yourself and any family members who are accompanying you during your proposed period of study.

* To pay the cost of transporting yourself and any member who are accompanying to and Canada..



Are beg I don't want to use the agent again and also I want to change school from university of Regina (4years) to any cheap college for 2years program ..

I applied with undergraduate (ssc) . Age am 29yrs . I use the agent because I don't have a strong sponsorship as liquid cash .. my unclen is into wholesale business which we know of buying and selling so there is a good flow but you know everybusines man don't keep huge amount for account instead he use it to buy goods.. also my uncle business is not registered yet ...

As for me I have up to 3m in my personal account ..

NOW ITS MY TIME TO SEEK FOR HELP FROM THE GURUS PLEASE


For my 1st and 2nd applications, I submitted my employment letter and study leave letter . But I didn't include it that I run other small scale business which I run just like my uncle but not whoesales ...

Sorry about your refusal. It is obvious that the so called sponsor you used didn't have the slightest influence on your application. Your agent made basic mistakes regarding your sponsors portfolio. A company account doesn't necessarily show your sponsor will be of benefit rather it shows your sponsor as a reliable source of income. You need to work harder to provide more visible proof of your sponsors commitment and to prove the relationship that exists between the both of you.

Ordering your gcms note is obviously the first thing to do but I think your refusal is pretty much obvious. I hope you get it right the 3rd time. Good luck.

Evankc:
I[b] want to understand something please house ... I mistakenly filled my first refusal applications number when I was ordering gcms note instead of my second applications number that recently got refuse from ..[/b]...


What should I do they just debited my account just now... are they going to review the both refusal applications or only the application number that I fill they will only review ?

Or I should order gcms note again for the second refusal letter for the second applications since I made make and fill the 1st refusal applications number instead of the second refusal applications number

There is nothing you can do you just have to order another gcms note. Better still you can check if they have an email to troubleshoot your mistake.

Promise147:
bro good morning please what and what do I need to apply for GCMs note because I have not heard from CIC since January I submitted my application thank you

I'm not allowed to share links on this platform. Ideally you need your applications details such as Application number, uci etc.