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Obehi44:
Is it not possible that I can combine both in one letter? What are the disadvantages and advantages?

you can combine both if you wish. But I guess it is better to separate them for clarity.

ulasiking:
Hello Everyone,

Pls i want to understand the difference between statement of purpose (SOP) and letter of explanation (LOE).

statement of purpose is what you include in your application to explain your travel reasons, home ties etc.
LOE is the letter you include to tackle a denial and explain further or give more evidence.

Nobleman61:
Please o, house my eligibility and background check is running at the same time, is that a bad sign ?
Please can anyone help me with this question? thanks

no. it happens like that sometimes

Time2win:
Visa Approved today https://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/party/party0006.gif
U.S Embassy Lagos.

This was my 9th attempt since 2017 that I have been trying. I did alot mistakes at the beginning that resulted in the series of refusal but God showed forth today.

I will drop transcript later

Well deserved. Congrats!

MartinLawrenCe:
Well, I would rather apply into other countries than to put all my eggs in one basket with no positive feedback besides it is actually easier to immigrate into Canada after schooling. I believe it takes just 4 years after living in Canada before one can be qualified to a legit immigration process compare that to Germany. They speak english in canada, weed is legal in canada... Lol...Canada is a fantastic place + I won't lie to you very soon Canada will be a world power country. I love the fact they speak two languages in Canada. It is a beautiful country my friend. Don't get me wrong Germany is also beautiful and both have quality standard of education but in the end, it is better to have options and take next steps.

If it is about cost, I would advise you to double your hustle because Germany could also implement tuition fee at any time. Ciao!

Sure, Canada is nice. But you need to submit many documents when applying for visa.
They can delay too, some people get their approval 12 months after applying for visa, I have seen 13 months sef. But the average is 3-5 months.
I have been following both Canada, USA and Germany thread since the beginning of the year.

Orlarshaynee:
Thanks for the prayers. I believe. Please where is part 1 of the thread? I need guide in applying for my study permit online. Thanks

You can't read from part 1. Check this link for part 15 https://www.nairaland.com/4773130/canadian-student-visa-thread-part

writefreely:
Please guys, why is the Canada.ca website such a pain in the ass? I have been trying to check my application status but if its not system error, it is you are not signed in, or it returns me to the homepage. Guys what is your take on this matter?

try a different browser and post the question here https://www.nairaland.com/5233221/canadian-student-visa-thread-part/168

NwanyiOkpa:
Is it possible to go for visa interview after paying 1 year tuition for a 2 year program?

I am looking at MUN

what visa interview?

CHUUKKSS:
Lol I should lie that I didn't or what, stop pretending peeps, none of you have that kind of money. Most account statement of high amount sent to school are doctored but not the one sent to embassy. Please don't mis understand me. My school asked to show if I could sponsor my education in case I was not given a scholarship and I should provide a bank statement reflecting that. I sent them doctored because i know the school won't necessarily confirm that. I have seen it countless times. Please don't go and doctor your bank statement to embassy o abeg.

Very strange assumption to make.

CHUUKKSS:
Lol I should lie that I didn't or what, stop pretending peeps, none of you have that kind of money. Most account statement of high amount sent to school are doctored but not the one sent to embassy. Please don't mis understand me. My school asked to show if I could sponsor my education in case I was not given a scholarship and I should provide a bank statement reflecting that. I sent them doctored because i know the school won't necessarily confirm that. I have seen it countless times. Please don't go and doctor your bank statement to embassy o abeg.

This is why this visa stuff is getting hard for Nigerians, while other countries are having it easy. Very soon schools will want to start verifying bank statements from Nigerian.
You used a 'doctored' statement, not only that, you are here on a public forum (which the US consulate is well aware of) and proudly stating it.

CHUUKKSS:
Yes. I submitted fake 35,000 dollars bank statement to them but at embassy my real money was shown although I didn't need it since I had scholarship. Just took it to be on the safe side.

And you are boldly admitting it. smh.

Better delete your post now. I will unquote you too

NwanyiOkpa:
Final question house,

Can i apply for two different courses in the same school?

it depends on the school. some allow it, some don't

darrywhyte:
Hello my people, please I need an advice on immigration to Canada, I have a masters degree here in Nigeria, after due conversation with my agent, I was advised to go for a BSc program because am still 26 years old, am confused here that if I get to Canada will I be able to secure a good job after my degree and still study further, because I have a state government job here and I don't want to lose and roaming about in Canada.
Please your advice will go a long way.

what kinda agent is this?
worst advice ever

From my experience following this thread, anytime CIC goes quiet with applications like this, just know that many approvals will be coming soon frequently.
So brace yourself if you're under eligibility review, the few coming weeks are going to be hot with approvals! �

sillysassysally:
Hi Everyone,

I want to start by sincerely apologizing for going MIA since I got here. Life happened so fast and it didn't help that I didn't have a laptop. I have only just started settling down after all the hassle.

Landing gist...
It was pretty straightforward and didn't take time. The only question I remember the border official asking me was which school I was going to and what program. Then, of course, I was asked to show my correspondence letter and CAQ.

Canada...
I am currently attending McGill University so I'm quite comfortable speaking about Montreal.
1. French everywhere! I was so surprised - even my youtube ads changed to french! Better to start learning french to optimize your experience but if you don't speak French, it's still fine because most people are bilingual.
2. Beautiful city... people say its the best city to jaiye in Canada because things are always happening! I think last week was about Real Madrid (they are in Canada for a tour), then the week before that was jazz festival week... Needless to say, its a really fun city!

I have been waiting for your update. You have been missed here.
All the best to you!

NwanyiOkpa:
I am very sad right now.


I was looking through the application procedure for MUN. I discovered that MUN requires recommendation to be submitted via email and using an institution email address.

My issue is that most of my lecturers are not techy and they are not good with using emails and d rest. They find it stressful.



Secondly, my school's lecturers don't have institution emails. They have yahoomail and gmail. I am confused as to how i can make my application successful.

send the graduate admissions an email and explain this to them. Then ask them if you can get physical letters with your school's letterhead, stamped & signed, to scan & upload as replacement instead.

cheers.

excelchips:
Hello House, Please, I have applied for masters programme in canada and currently weighting my options of being accepted. My CGPA is 3.0 for my undergraduate which is about 20 years ago and I also have a professional masters as well in 2010. I am new here and want to long it takes generally in getting a study visa. I am in my early 40s and not sure if my age could be a barrier and also steps to take in applying for study visa. Also, what process can one commerce before getting admission letter from the school.
Your guidance and advise will be appreciated. Thank you.

That gpa is low for a masters program in Canada.
why not a PhD? since you already have a masters...

Doueme:
Please, I just got a passport request. Do I need to book an appointment before I go to submit?

What do you want to book again?
They're begging for your passport, just go early and submit.

Big congrats!

Satansadvocate:
Guy you no go rest. Do you always have to sample your stupidity openly like suya

If you dont know any skill you want to learn. Learn wheel barrow pushing. Dont come here and derial this thread again. Lets make this work easier for justwise

Oasishavenng:
Long post alert.
I have been waiting a long while for this.
I wrote my first GRE 2014 (313), first toefl 2015(106).
First set of application was 2016, 3 schools ( university of Arkansas, West Virginia University and Wayne state university) 2 rejects and 1 admit.


Basically just saying that our dreams are valid and we should never give up on them. It will end in a win.
Will drop my transcript soon

inspiring! thank you

ahmedio2017:
Please ooo who know anything about humber college admission, I'm yet to receive any message from them,.





Somebody should help me out please,,how long does it take to process admission please I applied through an agent since last week

One week is still early to be impatient. Although you can email or call the graduation admissions and ask them about yours.

cheers.

sunkanmi562:
Pls what are the chances of gaining visa when going for a pgd in canada with no traveling history..

As long as you can explain your purpose of visit well and have good home ties. Many have gotten their visa with similar circumstances.

cheers.

By the comments here, I think most of Sharwarma's posts are being misunderstood.
This is all being blown out of proportion over nothing serious. The girl has done more good than harm here.
No one should be quick to judge anyone as this is a public and faceless forum. If she was derailing the thread, a casual advice would have done the needful. These comments are getting too personal.

karkinase:
Ok thanks....which do you suggest is better.
Contact the school first for any funding availability OR Apply to the school and ask for funding availability .

for PhD? definitely contact the school. Don't apply to anywhere where full funding isn't guaranteed.

cheers.

karkinase:
Guys, can one apply to schools directly for PhD without masters and what are the chances in percentage..

if your gpa is high, you can. Check the department's requirements

ditha:
Hello guys.. NEWBIE ALERT!!!! i just started my research and somehow i landed on this trend... Thank God!.. there is soomuch here and i am scared my head might burst. OK, i have a BSc. in Biological sciences with a first class degree (4.65/5.00). i will be done with NYSC in 3 months and the only documents i have in hand; transcript and intl passport .. i need help guys! like where should i start! my field of interest for MSc is biotechnology.someone should help please! like how can i leave Nigeria next year to fulfill my dreams?! i will need a scholarship, HOW? Admission, HOW? VISA, HOW?!!!! HOW DO YOU GUYS DO THIS THINGS EHHHN!

I know it seems an uphill task but you can definitely know most of the processes within a week. Read posts by gurus like thesoj, Frankrobbn1 , Qudkom.
Just search either of these names, go to their profile and try to read their posts. 100 pages of total reading and you will know most things you require. You can always ask questions after.

cheers.

Olayinkaji:
This year

Lol. Are you a time traveler?

AdimGreat:
Hello Guys,

I have the following professional IT certifications and I've been wondering where they count in all these Canadian Express Entry application. Been searching the internet on which certification is eligible for ECA but hasn't found anything.

- ITIL
- CCNA (Routing and Switching)
- PRINCE 2 (Practitioner)
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)

Would be grateful to get any info concerning this from anyone here.

Good day. Ask your question here https://www.nairaland.com/5187408/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/329

cheers.

exousia058:
You are encouraged to apply for your nonimmigrant student visa as soon as you have your I-20. To ensure you get an early and timely date you may apply at anytime. However, a student visa may be issued no more than 120 days prior to the start date mentioned on your I-20. Your earliest arrival date will be clearly stated on your I-20. I hope this helps.

Does this mean if you apply more than 120 days before, the embassy will hold on to your passport till they can issue the visa or are they going to deny you visa because of that?

Flaame:
congratulations! Please on applying for a Canadian f1 visa, what are the payments required? How much is there visa fee? Do they pay sevis fee?

It's called just student visa in Canada. f1 is just the American name.
There is no sevis fee or interview but there is a visa processing fee.
Go to the first page of the thread and follow the link of the first post, you'll find all the info you need. You can then ask questions if anything isn't clear to you.

cheers.