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ferdimako:
I got 77 from writing. I learnt my lesson on the speaking. I think IELTS speaking is better. All in all, tell yourself this: at worst I do both.

mrnilobrawn:
I doubt if anyone has writen that exam here, why not write IELTS or TOEFL

[quote author=ferdimako post=31109523]I wrote IELTS last year for something else last year but only rewrote it for Skillselect because I needed more points. Alas! my new score is even lower than the former.

Hello everyone,

Can you please advise on the PTE Academic Exam? How easy is it to score at least 65 in Speaking or Writing? Is it better than IELTS? Please share your experience. Ferdimako, How did your exam go?

bossladyMo:
Except you hold a certifixate and passport from some select countries, you ahould fogerrit!

Yes, as expected, Naija is not on the list.

Thanks BossladyMO

Good day people,

Does anyone have experience with TRA - Trades Recognition Australia?

gogochocolate:
BossLady, Good to know you arrived Australia Safely. How are you guys settling down to the new life. What are the prospects you are seeing as per securing a job and adjusting to the new environment. What of accommodation ? Were you guys able to secure a temporary one from Nigeria. Any advice for people like us yet to arrive.

Hi Gogochocolate,

I have been itching to consult with you on a few issues for quite some time. i even dropped you a pm but no response. Can you please help? I intend to assess my work experience on Engineers Australia, but i'm in a bit of a jam. Firstly, can i apply as a technician and still obtain points for my degree in Engineering? Thank you

http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vasco-castela-loses-job-may-have-to-leave-canada-over-immigration-mix-up-1.2948860

For some of us who have been worried about our NOC being capped, i just came across this online. Could this be responsible for the non-charging of some NOCs?

Hello Guys,

Solomonwis, I have a question please. Under EE, can one switch to another closely related NOC if you feel you stand better chances of nomination? I mean if your duties for the same period in the same company also include duties of another NOc, can you select that other one instead. your prompt answer will be appreciated.

For guys like Damkollins, Pickabeau, Bwave and the rest who are familiar with my process, My fresh application was received on Dec 11, 2014, but i am yet to be charged. Even though CIC have started charging Dec 15 applications for other NOCs (like 2172), my NOC was charged last on Jan 21st (for Nov 12 applications). Though by my analysis, it is unlikely that my NOC has been capped since the number was put at 777 on Dec 16. What do you think? What is happening?

okdyn2001:
hello house, I NEED HELP

I applied for the federal skill immigration programme since November 2014 before the new programm; express entry. up till now i have not got any response from the immigration office neither has my application fee $550 has been deducted from my acct. Its almost 3 months now and this has got me worried. Does it take so long before one gets response? I will like some clarification if anyone had experienced this.

Regards,
okdyn2001

Hello okdyn2001,

As long as you NOC isn't among the capped (or almost capped) NOC's or 2172, i don't think you need to worry. Although, i know its easier said than done. I personally feel CIO has changed their methodology a bit, alternating between issuing PERs in large numbers and charging applications in large numbers. They seem to be charging applications by NOC. 2172 is getting a lot of attention at the moment. This is my personal opinion though based on the global spreadsheet ans other forums. By the way, what is your NOC?

I'm about to blow up with anxiety, Fingers crossed expecting my CC charge for Dec 11th app! Strange thing is, i've been very calm until today. Congrats guys

zaraman:
MY spouse has just been charged,application received december 9th,2014.
charged today 29th jan 2015

Sleekjaguar:
Hi All,
Just to let you know that my GTB MCard was charged yesterday, 28 Jan. 2015. My FSW (NOC 2241) application was received on 05 Dec. 2014.
Keep you posted.

Dareyx:
Hello Sir, What is the total cost of this project?
I will also like to know the breakdown as per the following stages:
1. Foundation
2. Ground floor block work
3. Decking
4. Upper floor block work
5. Roofing

I am about starting something similar to this..
Please you can also send the reply to my mail: dazol2@hotmail.com

Can i get same breakdown please: scrollmein@yahoo.com? I'll really appreciate it.

ayogabriel:
like my dad will say, never borrow money to buy car or things that can be setroyed within a twinkle of an eye. sorry bro

What ever happened to sympathy and comraderie? Instead of helping out in one way or the other, you are here giving some useless "advice". will your advice bring the car back?

sevule:
Hi Guys

I just checked my mail and saw my PER. I sent in my application on the 9th of October and my account was debited December 18, 2014. Just like Solomonwis said it is being done in batches so if your account has been debited you would most likely receive your PER soon

Meritl:
With the gladdest heart, I announce the arrival of the much-awaited e-mail containing a PER; just when I planned calling the CIO to try and get my UCI.

Timeline:
1. Application received at the CIO on the 14th of October,2014.
2. DD was en-cashed on the 18th of December, 2014.
3. PER on the 19th of January, 2015.
I am grateful to you all for the assistance, most importantly Ferdimako, Damollins, and the great Solomonwise.

Big Congratulations to you both. Looking forward to more good news from this house.

kart042000:
I guess i needed to add my spouse as dependant right? And while she is filling her form imm 5406, would she be the applcant while i will be the spouse?

And she has not changed her name formally by advertising in the papers, all her documents still bear her maiden name, are we good to go filling the application with her maiden name?

You are good to go. You can use her maiden name, as long as you have a wedding registration certificate

yomifowe:
You mean your DD has been cashed since November! I bless God for your life.

Finally my brethren be steadfast, immovable always abouunding in the work of the Lord knowing that your labour (and waiting) is not in vain in the Lord (1 Cor. 15;58).

Did I hear someone say amen?

Nairaland future Canadians getting spiritual!

Eni23:
Passport Received Today!!! :-)

Congrats! Your waiting has finally paid off.

Dr/Engineer Helpee,

helpee:
Happy new year !!!

Good day to you. I have been a silent but avid follower of your thread from inception. I rejoice with you on the completion of your hospital and duplex. I noticed the leap from September update to this completion picture. I am about to start a project myself this year by God's grace and i would like to ask you a few questions. Can i send you a mail please? Please respond to my email address: scrollmein@yahoo.com. Thank you

LadyGuinivere:
I no know who be KAS o!
But bros werrin I for do? Go ghana go beat them? Is there anything I ought to do now pray tell me, let me do it now!

Not at all! I was actually complimenting you, maybe i could have expressed myself much better. That's why i said 'patience is the game'. It is the hardest part of the application process, when you do not know what lies ahead having done all you need to do. To say you have spine is to say that you have a lot of courage seeing that you are not giving up on the process, which is another admirable quality. Trust me, we all learn from experiences of one another.

LadyGuinivere:
I earlier asked about my 2013 application and PER received Nov. 2013. I took the advice of solomonwis and Damkolins and emailed them. This is what I got today

Hello,
 
Please be assured that your application is in queue for review.
 
Thank you,
 
Immigration section - KAS

Na wa o! Meanyl my paddy when we apply together de canada already! Ok o! Let me keep on waiting. Btw will the email ginger them to attend to the file now?

This is really surprising. Lady Guinivere, you have a lot of spine to have been this patient even when others have gone much further. Really patience is the game but i doff my hat for you still. By the way, what does KAS stand for?
Solomonwis, Damkollins could this delay be attributed to "background checks"? Kindly elucidate.

DaRocha:
Dear all, please now that we have submitted our applications, will CIC send us a mail acknowledging receipt? Or what will they do and when? I also observed that they are yet to update their website on whether more caps have been reached. Someone should assist.

If you have chosen to pay your fees by credit (debit) card, a debit on your account is the first indication that your application has been received. However., the first official indication of your received application is a Positive Eligibility Review sent to your email approximately 10-15 days after the debit.

zandora:
Hi please I need people's take on my application. My application has been sitting in Quebec for almost 24hrs and I've now been informed via Fedex that the expected delivery date is on Friday 02 of January. Please does anyone know what my chances are now? Thanks a lot!

ayeshahsan:
I got my ECA completed from WES today... The report is being shipped

Are their any chances of extension of this program if the cap remains unfilled ??

I am so disppointed and sad

Zandora, Ayeshahsan i enjoin you to be optimistic irrespective of the outcome. Zandora's app may still sail through. Ayeshahsan, i believe your dissapointment may end up in double blessing. Make the best of this express entry regime especially since you have the documents required. As Solominwis advised the best time to act is now, experience has shown that the first ones get speedy processing probably faster than the apps received this year. Overall, my take is that you take the positives and use it to your advantage, never back down.

omonade11:
gd day all. URGENT QUESTION again. in all d forms i didnt c where to fill in visa office responsible for processing ur application. pls which form is it?? i am submitting tomoro

This field has been removed from the new forms updated in October 2014. You do not need to worry about that, CIC will forward your file to the VO zoned to your country.

NNBB2012:
You can check the SOL list to know your ANZCO code. You must have related experience in your nominated occupation. Visit Australia Engineer website and check the right format for your CDR. CDR is basically your own work experience on your job,academic project or any project you have carried out. Your own involvement on the project etc. Read the guideline carefully on Australia Engineer website. Don't stress yourself as such on the CDR, just address only the segments you are suppose to cover and you will be fine.

Thanks NNBB2012. I have consulted the SOL and the list on engineers Australia. Traditionally, Instrumentation is a field under Electrical & Electronics Engineering, but i'm in a dilemma as the classification is too decentralized.

As per the CDR, can i get a sample from someone. Of course, i will write mine but it wouldn't hurt to see what one looks like. Thanks

scrollmeout:
Hello @gogochocolate, @Manmeta, @Crestline. I am an Instrumentation Service Engineer and i studied Electrical & Electronic Engineering in School. I am getting ready to write my CDR on Engineers Australia.

Please, what ANZCO code do i fall under please?

Thank you

Good day people, i have been patiently waiting for a response. Can someone pls respond?

bellong:
Get in touch with gogochocolate, Manmeta, Crestline etc. They are all engineers.

Hello @gogochocolate, @Manmeta, @Crestline. I am an Instrumentation Service Engineer and i studied Electrical & Electronic Engineering in School. I am getting ready to write my CDR on Engineers Australia.

Please, what ANZCO code do i fall under please?

Thank you

Hello house, I'm new to this thread, and I'm about to just about to begin the process for subclass 189. Any Engineers in the house? I have been updating my knowledge about the assessment process for Engineers Australia and I think I'll need some help with writing the Competency Development Report.

Any suggestions? Thanks

Just got a reply from CIC to an mail I sent 40 days ago regarding an earlier app sent in June. They said it was mailed back on September 24 and they have no other case specific details. I'm happy I decided to act in time...fingers crossed. Once again, thanks guys.

damkollins:
This is no issue...
You are good to go.
Cheers.

Thanks for the reassurance Damkollins

seunlovesa:
Fellow peeps submitting this week please recheck the dates on your forms.


The FEE PAYMENT FORM had been updated. It was marked " Aug. 2014 " last week. It is now bearing " NOv. 2014".


Cheers

I downloaded my forms in November, funny thing is i sent my app on the 5th of December using the August form.
I didn't notice any changes in the form by the way.

technolee:
Whao! I need my PER oooo because I was also charged on Nov 18th. Well, I am still here observing and planning updates for the VO in charge. We will all make it IJN.

Technolee, have you checked your Spam/Junk folder? and even your trash? Damkollins found his there. All the best

Hello House,

This is for the Express entry hopefuls. I just read the new guidelines starting January 1.

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/express-entry/criteria-crs.asp


This is a link to the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) criteria with a maximum of 1200 points

http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/express-entry/grid-crs.asp

Ferdimako, you have always maintained the EE will be smoother and easier. What are your thoughts on this, especially in comparison with the present regime? House?

ANBAKO:
My good people, I am pleased to announce the arrival of my PER today.
May your good news come soonest.

Thanks for your support, Solomonwis, Fermadinko, Kollins.....Kudos to you all...

Congrats Anbako, expecting more good news!

Fummiee:
And please can I use my regular naira debit card from zenith bank? And also how do I pay please do I have to tog on to WES site. Kindly assist please.

Thank you.

Have you made any online payments with the card before? If you have, you may be able to use it, if in doubt, check with your bank.

First of all, make sure your account is on the dedicated FSWP portal. Some people encountered difficulties because of this

http://www.wes.org/ca/fswp/

When you log in to your account, on the right side you will see a link "pay fees". Click it and you will be given an option to pay with your card. Kindly note that after paying you may have to wait for a few hours (or even a day) before your account is debited. All the best.