₦airaland Forum

My fellow TRV hopefuls,

I hail o. It's a new week. God bless it in Jesus name. Amen
Please kindly log in to your CIC accounts and/or track your apps on vfs make we see as the list dey move o. I'm feeling the ministry is moving fast this week. I'm sure the VOs have many more positive decisions to make this week. Hope y'all are ready for the greatness coming.

Oya, Lezgo. LOL
(Just feeling hyper this monday morning).

All the best guys

Kepner:
Hey Red I'm fine o. How are you holding up with the 'wait'?
And yeah, the cold has started kicking in big time o...I hope you're ready to wear as many jackets as possible to keep warm, even me that I'm still all the wayy Fall, I'm already terrified

Lol. That's it o, as many as can keep me warm. I can't even shout. . But meanwhile, the wait is on... I know God has settled it tho. Staying positive.

luvly3:
Lol ya it's better to come during summer, but dnt worry alot of Nigerians are surviving you will survive....The good thing is that even Canadians feel the cold when it's cold just try to dress warm and if possible stay close to a bus stop so u don't have to walk long mins in d snow...u can check sears.ca website, go to OUTLET department on d website, u should get a variety of warm stuffs on sales...very affordable.

Oh great! Thanks...for the extra tips

Kepner:
@Vycta

I personally have never heard of any agency working in the system which you just described. The norm will be for them to give you a variety of schools based on your budget and interests or better still, you provide them with the schools you like...and they do the job from there.
I think the best bet will be for you to take out time, search for the schools you'll prefer and apply yourself. If you have funds ready, this could be completed in a space of 2weeks, then you can start chasing your transcript processing from there on.
But if you feel you really really don't have time and need an agent, I'll advice you find a new one.

Lol @ Find a new one. How are you?

@wonda26

As basic as it may seem, getting admission (into any uni) is one step that nobody here can guarantee for you. You just have to apply to find out. I can share a few tips on applying tho:

1. Apply on time, like way before the proposed entry semester's deadline. Especially because the course is a competitive one. Applications are considered on a first come -first serve basis so I'm sure you don't want to be late.
2. Write a great Statement of Intent (or purpose) to assure the admissions officer that you are fit for the program and you will not waste the opportunity. Again because it is competitive and there is a limit to admission intakes to these kinds of programs.
3. Apply to both of those schools and if possible, one or two more.

Another thing that can't be guaranteed by anybody here is getting a job after your program, but from the gist we all hear about Canada, Jobs plenty dieeee. And if you are sure those schools are the only ones offering Automotive programs at postgrad level in Canada (of which I strongly doubt sef), then I guess their graduates will be in demand from the Canadian automobile industry. But don't quote me.
Just get your admission first then you can move on to the next step to get your study permit (which is also one thing that can't be guaranteed by anybody here, lol).

On a brighter side tho, following this forum is guaranteed to give you a great experience for you as you process every step... I'm having a blast from it already.

All the best

MrArams:
More than 24hrs . 3 jackets and 2 shirts won't be a bad idea

well, for me it should be less than 24hrs (a personal itinerary I'm arranging) ... lol @ 3 jackets and 2 shirts... It'd look like I added weight overnight. But mehn, if that's what it takes sha, I'm all for it. Mi o le wa ku

luvly3:
You can get most of ur winter stuffs here when u arrive, but be sure to come with atleast one thick jacket handy so u won't be caught off guard....

Aii. Thanks.

Just that the thought of going from 30 to -12 in less than 24hrs always makes me imagine it'd take alot more than a thick jacket from naija to be fine.

Emblem:
Hello guys. I am planning to go for my Diploma or Advance Diploma in Canada in Information Technology. I just got married and i have few questions:

1. Will you advice i go for a 1 year program or 2 years program?

2. Are married applicants allowed to travel with their partners? If yes, what type of visa will be issued to my wife?

Also, We both have a valid US visa and does that guarantee me getting a TRV? Hope to read from you guys soon. Happy new month.

Hi Emblem,
I think the length of the program depends on the institution offering it and it's that length of program that your visa will be valid for. I am not sure if this answers your question. I'm sorry if it doesn't
Yes you can go with your wife... you just have to prove that there's enough funds to cater for the both of you during the program. You will both be issued Temporary Resident Visas valid for the same period.

I can imagine that a valid US visa would make sense for your application but I don't think it guarantees anything. But this is just my opinion.

luvly3:
Snowing in Sudbury Ontario today. ...those coming here should come prepared. ..

Please share tips on what to prepare oneself with... That looks like a lot of cold.

jaylinaa:
Congrats to everyone who has gotten their TRV and medical call. The way the list is just moving sequentially almost as if the VOs are on this thread (I dey suspect una) Lol God is good!

You knowwww...

Joe980:
Most def...honestly, whenever I check the data trying to calculate who is next, my heart beats and always pray along with you guys despite not bn on the list. Most times I try picturing what goes on in you guys mind if I could feel this way.

MrArams:
You can only try brother. The feeling is one of a kind

I swear. Spot on! can't be imagined from 3rd person perspective. crazy anticipation fa. *sigh*

congrats jojcanada... Cheers dear

kennycooly:
my uncle is my sponsor...please should i just put my uncle's letter of sponsor under financial proof coz i had scanned it to LOE already, but can rescan tho co

I suggest that you attach all sponsor-related info to your financial proof doc.

meritdee:
Thanks for the heads up jare.... The thing just wan scatter my settings and even my pending report at work sef.

God dey

Lmao! This guy, you are a real drama king... I've also seen some documents some people here included in their apps that gave me great shivers but God wey dey up no dey sleep... You know what, sheybi we applied the same day? I prophesy that about this time next month, we'll meet at VFS to pick up our passports with TRVs on it. All the best bro.

meritdee:


Actually it was there... right above the LOE module at the optional section.

Yeah right now, I'll just admit na only God I submit. Nothing else. Thanks

MrArams:
Boss it has been said here times without number that the schedule 1 form is optional, so don't let rebdribs give u high bp this morning o. If it was compulsory for Nigerians the web application will detect you're applying from Nigeria and make it compulsory for you to upload it.

Lol. Thank you for clarifying @MrArams

@meritdee Boss, sorry for the confusion. I guess it really is optional then. Notice that I was only giving a personal opinion (just like everyone else does here sometimes) No worries eh? We'll all be fine by God's grace. Cheers

akanni:
Hmm, kindly note that on the platform used to process your study visa, there is a window for you to change DLI. My sincere thoughts are that if you can change your institution on the CIC application before getting to Canada, it should take care of that problem of going to the initial institution used to process the TRV.

Just checked out the link on the platform... You might be right; I guess it can be changed (if he applied online). Thanks for pointing that out.

ilrbell2005:
I stand to be corrected .. Schedule 1 form is optional and not compulsory .

Well, not quite. A TRV application form (the schedule 1 form) is only "optional" because citizens of visa-exempt countries (for example, US) don't need a TRV to enter Canada. So they simply just apply for study permit only. Although, I think there was a time that the study permit application form was enough for CIC to consider naija applicants for a TRV until when they updated their system with changes (I think last year) and started to require that applicants should as well fill the TRV form explicitly. I also stand to be corrected tho.

kennycooly:
please house am apllying online now but am kinda confused, can i add mu tuition receipt with Letter of acceptance because i already scanned it together because i just saw that receipt should be in proof of financial means and please house which one is schedule 1? and secondly , i scanned my past employment ltrz under Letter of explanation and i just saw it should be under financial proof also...please can i still scan them like dat? URGENT

Download Adobe Acrobat Pro trial. I used it to separate, arrange and compile all my scanned pdfs. For example, you can use it to pull out the page with the tuition receipt from the LOA doc and insert it in the proof of fin docs. I've also seen here on this forum that it is possible to just copy and paste your pdfs in Microsoft word and then use it to edit your pdfs (but I haven't tried this out tho)

Schedule 1 is your TRV application. You need to fill that bruv.
Your letter of employment (past or present) can go under your letter of explanation doc if you are not the one sponsoring. If you are your sponsor, simply edit your pdf (using any of those ways I've suggested) and get your current letter of employment in your proof of fin docs. I think your past employment details can remain in your Letter of explanation doc.

akanni:
Hmm, kindly note that on the platform used to process your study visa, there is a window for you to change DLI. My sincere thoughts are that if you can change your institution on the CIC application before getting to Canada, it should take care of that problem of going to the initial institution used to process the TRV.

I admit to seeing the "DLI" link on the online platform but I really don't know what it is for and I cant say I agree with u that he can change his DLI code with it... but let's analyse this... so he manages to change his DLI number (if at all that's really possible), can he also submit the other acceptance letter? and change other information entered in his app form abo If he can't then I guess your suggestion would turn out bad for his application.

If he really can change his DLI code with it, then I suppose it's a benefit that allows mis-entered DLI codes to be corrected.

This as well is just my sincere opinion tho...

warrikid:
tryna submit online now,i have an ecobank mastercard. buh it keeps rejecting it. wat do I do ooo?? answers pls.

contact your financial institution or simply just use another bank's mastercard... time is of the essence.

MrArams:
Thanks man. Yours is coming soon

Amin o. K'Olorun gb'adura lo de ku.

craigj:
SIGA.......Please I need to know.
I have a friend that applied for study visa with red river college admission letter and his been granted but right now his gotten admission to his preferred school choice, lambton college and has gone ahead to make tuition payments.
Which one of them school's document does he need to present at the point of entry? Red river or lambton. Or any one... Does the visa indicate a particular school. Kindly advise

He should be able to change schools after he gets to Canada but not without notifying CIC. The study permit, is a document that will be issued at POE, and it will most likely carry the details of the school he used to apply for his visa. Now if he takes that document (the study permit) that way to the other/preferred school and that school sees another school's details, then there's a conflict and that can raise a flag.

You should understand that study permit applications are assessed in accordance with the details you submitted in your application. The cost of living and tuition for both schools will definitely not be the same so the permit will have to go back to CIC for re-consideration and applicable adjustment, which MIGHT take a fresh "processing" time again (not sure tho)...

But conversely sha, he can also take the first semester in red river and after that, use his transcript to apply to Lambton again. If it's not the same course or a related course, then I guess this is really not an option.

MrArams:
I've never been more humbled. Thank you Jesus, the wait isn't in vain. Thanks y'all for your love and prayers.

To the rest expecting their medical call, I pray ppl won't gather to say sorry to you in Jesus name. To realone01 I appreciate those words though few in number but went a long way

My App is a bundle of testimony!

Congrats bruv! I have actually been particularly expectant about yours. You've been of great assistance to most of us here so you deserve the reward. Congrats again!

Cheers mate

humanshado:
Passport Transmission Services

If you have received notification from the Government of Canada requesting your passport, your passport along with the request letter may be submitted through this Canada Visa Application Centre.
Please note that there will be a Service Charge for the above services. The details can be obtained here.

How to submit your passport:

Once you receive notification from the Government of Canada requesting your passport, you can submit the passport and that request letter:
1. In person/ through an authorised representative at the CVAC. Or
2. By courier/mail to the CVAC address mentioned on the ”Contact Us” page.
a. Kindly note: The service charge mentioned for passport transmission(N 4950) can be paid at any GTBank counter, The Account name and number : CANADA VALUE ADDED SERVICE COLLECTION ACCOUNT (a/c no 0109515451)
b. The applicant will be responsible for his/ her passport/ documents if sending or receiving via courier or using the transmission services.

To retrieve your passport, you have the choice of;
1. Picking up the passport in person or through an authorised representative from the CVAC or;
2. Sending a prepaid self-addressed courier return envelope along with your passport and request letter

(Kindly note: The applicant has to enclose the proof of payment for passport transmission along with the passport, The passport will be forwarded to The Deputy High Commission of Canada, Lagos once the proof of payment is received)

The Passport Transmission Services offered by the VACs will enable you to;
1. Get your passport delivered to the CVO Lagos (Canadian Visa Office, Lagos ) in a timely and safe manner.
2. Track the status of your passport by using the Tracking tool on the CVAC website


Track Your Application Online

Thank you very much for this. Nice to know passports can be dropped and picked up by proxy

vickero:
Hello guys,please i need advice.I have an offer from SAIT for petroleum engineering(though i have i first degree already in chemical engineering)for winter session starting january 5th.I am bothered if its not too late to send in my application next week or maybe i should just wait and get another offer from SAIT for fall 2015 and apply for my TRV in January? Please i await ur inputs as regards what to do.

Frankly, whatever response you get about this your dilemma will just be a matter of personal opinion. Nobody can categorically guarantee that you are too late or that you still have enough time. It takes like 8-9 weeks from the online submission to the TRV collection based on recent stats so it's left for you to decide if you still have enough time or not.

In my opinion, the timing is really tight and if I had something doing (like an occupation) at the moment, I'd rather stick to it and take my time to do a decent and relaxed application for Fall 2015. But hey, No risk no reward.

Cheers.

[quote author=MrArams post=27543168][b] LIST OF TRV HOPEFULS ( WINTER - JAN 2015 )

1. stayboy1602: JULY 17, U of T, online, UG. TRV
2. Oghos2k: AUGUST 6, U of R, online, PG. TRV
3. realone01: AUGUST 8, U of R, online, PG. TRV
4. kruxit: AUGUST 13, Fanshawe college, Online, PG. TRV
5. Double08: AUGUST 19, Lambton College, Paper, PG. MEDICALS
6. LearnLife: AUGUST 19, red river college, paper, Adv Dip delayed
7. kazzy78: AUGUST 19, Humber College, paper, PG
8. famolino: August 21, Humber College, Online, PG. delayed
9. ManTiger: AUGUST 28, MUN, Online, UG. TRV
10. Optimall: AUGUST 29, Usask, Paper, UG. TRV
11. cman4good: AUGUST 30, MUN, onliine, PG. MEDICALS
12. tianadiva: SEPTEMBER 5, Uni of Manitoba, online, UG. MEDICALS
13. masterp204: SEPTEMBER 7, Lambton college, online, PG. delayed
14. fabuloustee: SEPTEMBER 9, Niagara college, paper, UG.
15. jojcanada: SEPTEMBER 9, Seneca college, Paper, PG.
16. MrArams: SEPTEMBER 11, CUCA, Online, PG.
17. lovesavvi: SEPTEMBER 16, Fleming college, online, PG.
18. Mesh2003: SEPTEMBER 17, North Island college, paper, PG.
19. Mcjimmy:SEPTEMBER 18, Conestoga College, Paper, PGD
20. opsynusy: SEPTEMBER 19, Selkirk college, paper, PG.
21. seunalasho: SEPTEMBER 20, Lambton college, online, PG
22. duntano: SEPTEMBER 25, Conestoga college, paper, Diploma.
23. Leaderdeji: SEPTEMBER 25, Selkirk college, online, PG
24. Santohfilz: SEPTEMBER 26, UPEI, online, UG.
25. pchax: SEPTEMBER 28, Uni of Windsor, online, PG
26. tweeny24: SEPTEMBER 29, centennial college, paper, diploma.
27. lilspiceyy: SEPTEMBER 30, NBCC, online, diploma
28. kaynine59: SEPTEMBER 30, Niagara college, paper, PG
29. omooba: OCTOBER 1, laurentian university, online route, PG.
30. Dafinest4life: OCTOBER 2, Olds college, online, diploma.
31. lewoxxy: OCTOBER 2, Seneca college, online, PG
32. gydlol: OCTOBER 7, Georgian college, online, diploma
33. standupguy: OCTOBER 8, Conestoga college, online, PG
34. redribs: OCTOBER 10, UOttawa, Online, PG.
35. meritdee: OCTOBER 10, Humber, online, Adv dip
36. Cufs: OCTOBER 14, Uni of Lethbridge, paper, 2nd UG
37. Babahor: OCTOBER 15, seneca college, online, PG
38. showfz: OCTOBER 16, Red River college, online, diploma
39. newbie2014: OCTOBER 16, GBC, online, PG
40. moshood1993: OCTOBER 17, Lambton college, online, PG
41. holyjacket: OCTOBER 17, U of Alberta, online, PG
42. holu26: OCTOBER 17, Uni of Lethbridge, online, UG
43. chops33: OCTOBER 22, Brandon uni, online, UG
44. Tnuola: OCTOBER 23, Lambton college, paper, PG

If you have admission for Winter
and have applied for TRV

Please provide the following information
**Submission date**Institution*
**Mode of submission: Online/Paper
**level of study

UPDATED
[/b][/quote

This queue no dey move o... how far na?

Good day my people... How's it going?

larryshow40:
Hello house, i just applied for my study permit now and i got my biometrics letter....please what do i need when going there and please would appreciate a description from ikeja to the place. Thanks

That biometrics letter you've got, your pali (passport) and 2 copies of the biodata page ( u can make copies inside the vac building too)

castiello:
ok thanks so much so for the online payment can i se gt master card? i mean for the visa fees, because i read in a post someone talking about bank draft i don't really understand that part

Yes sir. I used a GT mastercard and it worked fine.

castiello:
God bless you redribs so if the decide to give is when i would be ask to visit vac for finger prints and submission of documents like passport and others right?

The biometrics (finger print and face capture) will be needed in processing your application. Right after you submit your app online, you will receive instructions to get your biometrics done within 30 days. I suggest you do it the earliest time possible sha, cos I heard from someone here that your app will not be processed until they have received your biometrics info from the vac guys. While that may not be true, it's better to be safe than sorry.

double08:
Was told it takes 2 to 3 weeks for cic to revert back to me. So am taking aa chill pill

that 2-3 weeks long o, hope your cic account has indicated "medicals passed" sha. they should do and respond... others dey queue, lol

kennycooly:
mehn!!! I don't even kow where to get another SOA now, coz my sponsor said that's the SOA he can send....and dtz what myt delay me now in applying

ojooyelakin:
Bro there is always one fact, you don't need to rush yourself, take your time to secure another good SOA then you can go ahead with it .... Don't rush in anything ... There is no way somebody will sponsor you to Canada with #2M closing balance ( your sponsor have some bills to pay out of this 2M, especially your sponsor based in USA where there are lots of bills waiting for him every goddamn day ) ... Try to access yourself with it ... Put yourself in VO shoes and think about it .... Forget about winter bro focus on fall if you can secure good SOA by then ... My advise though ... Truth is bitter anyway !

Well, this is another candid advice, of which I can agree with...(if you are not ready to risk a chance with what you already have).

It's your call.

Of which, no medicals call-up today? O ga o... Make these people no carry that leg come here o. Some of us no really get that kyn patience