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Hi guys,

Please tell me. Can someone who went for biometrics at lagos submit passport to Abuja when PPR lands?

Is there any requirement?
Can I fulfill that condition now before sending the passport?

Surely, our expectations will come to pass. Amen

Wow. Awesome. I can't wait to celebrate with you.
Glory to God

Timex146:
Good morning all

I just saw that my eligibility review has started. My application will be 6 weeks on Friday. July 22 applicant. New portal.

God will come through for all of us waiting in Jesus name.

Grace Grace Grace is our story

There is nothing God cannot do

Congratulations. Glory to God

jimogh111:
Praise God!!!! What God cannot do does not exist.

Hi Everyone,

I am here to share my testimonial and also drop the timeline of my SOWP application which I already shared on the Spousal Open Work Permit (SOWP) thread but thought it wise to also come back here to share it as well since it all began here.
It hasn’t been an easy road but God finally completed His work and to Him I return all the glory.
This was my second SOWP visa application as I had put in my first application together with my wife’s first study permit application early 2021 and both applications got refused. We had initially retained the services of a very reputable IRCC registered consultant in Canada and spent so much for this service, so getting a refusal on both applications had taken us off balance. In that confusion and desperation for a quick solution, I had gotten online and discovered this Study Permit thread on Nairaland which I thoroughly read through for weeks and kept coming across a particular name with people singing his praises and how he helped transform their cases and refusals to approvals through his detailed touch “Frankrobb”, I took a leap of faith and reached out to him and I must confess, that was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. After consulting with him, we agreed my wife applied alone for her second study permit application and when she gets the visa and arrives Canada, I apply for my SOWP to join her which we did and here we are, all visas finally approved to the praises, glory and thanks to God almighty. I want to also use this medium to appreciate Mr Frank for his hard work and also being a blessing to my family’s application success, your cup will never run dry, men will favour you and come to your aid before you ask. Amen.

My timeline:

Application submitted on 9th May, 2022.

Biometric was from previous application and was updated on 11th May, 2022.

Did upfront medicals on 5th May, 2022 that was submitted with my application documents.

Medicals didn’t update until July 15th when I decided to disturb IRCC Nairobi and Abuja in July through emails and webforms.

PPR on yesterday, 29th August, 2022.


Documents submitted:

The basic IRCC forms from their website,
My SOP, My bank statement, Bank reference letter, Employment Appointment letters, My Bachelors and Masters Degree Certificates, Marriage certificate, Newspaper publication for wife’s change of name, Sworn Affidavit of wife’s name change, Trad and White wedding Pictures, family pictures with parents and siblings, COVID vaccination card, National ID Card, Upfront Medical Sheet, Old and new International Passport Biodata pages, Police Certificates (Nigeria and UK), NYSC Certificate, Passport Photo, WES Assessment, SSCE Certificate, Landed property documents, Car documents, Professional Certifications, Leave letter, Work ID card, Payslips for 6months, CV, Work Promotion letter, Birth certificate, past visa pages and stamps on my passport, wife’s study visa, wife’s study permit, wife’s admission letter, wife’s school ID card, wife’s enrollment letter, wife’s letters of Authorization and Invitation, wife’s passport bio data page, wife’s social insurance number(SIN) document, wife’s full tuition payment receipt.

I wish everyone here God’s favour and good luck and I do hope that this post encourages and gives fresh hope to someone on this journey because with God all things are possible.
Thanks all. Blessings

Faith!

Isyma:
Only biometrics update seen so far, my medical update will come with PPR

Thank you Gigdraft. We keep pushing. We keep giving thanks.

Gigdraft:
Hi Virocrix,

The email you received is quite generic with no specific detail in respect with your current stage of application. Considering IRCC's modus operandi, I find it difficult to depict the relevance of expedition in this context, as you weren't given such an option.

Can't wait to eventually celebrate with you!

It's well Sir. Glory to God!

bullstriker:
This is just a general response

Hi guys,

I got the attached email screenshot from IRCC in response to the webform I raised.

What is the implications on the expedition of my application processing?

Thank you.

Amen

sweetchi1011:
Congrats, God will perfect the remaining

Very happy with you Ben. Indeed what God cannot do does not exist.

Benstephen9:
Just got my bvl without decision… how long does it take for decision to come

Congratulations my dear.
Glory to God!

Benstephen9:
I just ppr January 25th applicate I’m so happy

Bvl 17th August
Ppr today… the wait is too much thank God

WOW
Congratulations. Glory to God

duke2000:
My child just got letter to submit passport this morning. We raced to VFS Lekki for submission. Last day expected in school is Sep 12.
- Application submitted in May
- Biometric in June
Used a Nigerian consultant based in Canada (introduced by a family friend in Canada) who greatly coordinated and midwifed the entire process. Not compulsory though, but extremely helpful given the high rejection rate these days. Be care of scammers.

Masters. Fast tracking to PhD after first year

Nadingo:
Did you apply for a PhD or Masters degree?

Hi Sanice,

Application for Teaching Assistantship at UOttawa is handled separately after admissions. They would usually place the information/notification on the Uozone portal. The application and selection for fall 2022has been concluded.
You should prepare for next semester. Ensure you apply on time with a well crafted academic CV. Talk to your supervisor about it on time. It's quite competitive but you will get it.

More blessings.

SaniceSanice123:
Good afternoon. Please, how did you apply? What processes was involved cos I also got admitted to the school and looking for how to get TA

Thank you but I have not received PPR yet. Still believing God.

Yemlizzy:
Congrats on achieving this feat. Kindly share how you went about it.

Thank you

Gigdraft:
Congratulations!

Can't wait to also celebrate with you when your PPR finally drops!

Hello great friends,

Our glorious God just extended Favor to my family today. I received Teaching Assistantship offer from the University of Ottawa this evening.

I just raised a web form informing IRCC of the development, pleading with them to kindly expedite the processing of my application.

All glory to God.
We keep on giving thanks. God has answered our prayers. The wait is over guys. Be joyful please.
Cheers

Wow, congratulations. Glory to God

Toceen2022:
Hi guys, sorry this is actually coming late. The unimaginable stress at MMIA and trying hard to find my feet here makes it difficult for me to come online and drop my landing gist on time.

LANDING GIST
LAGOS - FRANKFURT - VANCOUVER - VICTORIA
Airline - Lufthansa / Air Canada
Date - August 18th/19th 2022.
Time - 11pm.

I never expected the rigorous stress I went through at MMIA. Got to the airport early at 6:45pm for 11pm flight, and went straight to weigh my luggage. I knew beforehand that I have 31 and 33, and 7 for carry-on bag, which I believe I will upgrade to 32, as per Lufthansa said it's possible. But their scale showed 32, 35 & 8kg. That is equally fine, I had no problem upgrading. But the lady who attended to me was just too crazy and started saying rubbish... That my only option is to look for extra bag and make it 3 bags, not exceeding 23kg each and I'll pay for one extra luggage. I never knew another wahala is underway. I bought a bag reshuffle and I got 23, 25, and 18. Luckily another staff told me to make it 32kg (pay for upgrade), 23kg (normal weight) and 12kg (I never knew passangers are entitled to 2 free carry on bags 8kg and 15kg (this can also be checked in). So I later paid to upgrade for the 32kg.

Now, this is where the stress began. Going through documents verification, my QR/Barcode on vaccination card only showed the 2nd Jab and date, the 1st was blank, because of that I was told I won't be allowed to board. (I've been fully vaccinated since Sept last year, and I do checked online myself even few weeks ago I checked, everything was showing perfectly well). I was told to call the number on the card if they can quickly rectify it, or go to the health service kiosk in the airport if anything can be done. That was how the trouble started o. Nobody could helped out, I was there calling the primary health care number on my card, moving from one place to another for over 2-3 hours. Nothing was done. Stressed and exhausted, I gave up, went back to the Lufthansa stand believing I'll have to book for another day, I asked for refund even if it's 70% (at least it's not that I didn't show up at the airport, so I should be entitled for a refund). It was at this point my brother in Ontario sent a screenshot on NPHCD site showing I'm fully vaccinated. I quickly scanned my barcode, still same issue, but on their site, using the personal identification number, it's showing the my full vaccination details. At this point, I reassured myself that Nigeria is truly a failed country. How could NPHCD site show different information on a single identification number. With the stress I went through, I cursed the country. Up till this moment if I scanned the barcode, it only show 1 jab, but if check on the site with the identification number, it shows the 2 jab. I was literally the last person on board. But luckily my window seat was still reserved for me.

I couldn't sleep much from Lagos to Frankfurt because of serious headache. In fact, I didn't enjoy the flight at all because of the stress. But after taking water and snack, I felt better and relaxed. We got to Germany - Frankfurt in the morning, around 6:30 am and from that point till my final destination, no single stress for me. The airport is massive, in fact, na train I take to my next Gate Porte (B-22). Went through security check and seated at the Gate Porte with other passengers going to Vancouver. Connected to the free Wi-Fi and made series of video calls. Our flight was delayed for about 2 hours.

Frankfurt to Vancouver was 10+ hours, so I slept, listened to music, watched a movie (Fatherhood) and before I know it, we are ready to land in Vancouver. I went to the self declaration machine, scanned my passport, all information appeared and printed out a receipt. I actually knew my bags would be sent to my final destination but a security officer said it would be in Vancouver. I waited for almost an hour and went to Lufthansa kiosk, the lady checked my details and said it's already sent to Victoria Airport. I went to immigration, spent about 15 minutes and my study permit was out (they only asked for my passport and LOI).

I missed my flight from Vancouver - Victoria. So, I went to the Air Canada kiosk and the lady issued a new boarding pass immediately without kobo. The flight was a short one, around 25 min, so before we knew it we are already in Victoria. When to pick my bags and everything was intact. CBSA didn't check anything, so everything I carried got to my final destination. Went out of the airport, took a yellow taxi to my airbnb accommodation. I was charged $65. If you know anyone that can pick you up at the airport, it'll be nice and save you some money.

Presently, I've got my SIN, Sim card, School ID and Bus Pass (till April 2023), opened bank account, got a permanent accommodation, booked appointment for BCID (British Columbia Identity Card) and preparing for my knowledge test so as to get my driver's licence asap.

Sincerely, if not for the wahala I went through at MMIA, it would have been a 100% stress-free journey. I couldn't even say goodbye to my people, couldn't snap a single shot with my wife and daughter. That thing still dey vex me till this moment.


Things are truly working here, pedestrian owns the road, not drivers. They must wait for you to walk through. Beautiful locations. Deers, squirrels and animals moving around and crossing the road, they no fear say someone go hunt them down
You go see car open mouth, Tesla na like Toyota, you go see one nearly every corner.
Many electric cars and products I've never seen or hear before. Infact, it's really good to experience living in a working system.

I wish everyone hoping and waiting a successful outcome. And to those that'll be flying soon, safe travel. Anyone coming to Victoria can reach out and I'll see how I can be of help/assistance. Thank you

Amen

Timex146:
God of eleventh hour will come through for everyone resuming on the 6th and is still waiting for a decision. Happy Sunday

Wow. Congratulations.
Glory to God.
I'm the next oo.
God will see us all through

vividlooks:
God is ever faithful and shows up when we least expect it...
I have come back to fulfill my promise of dropping my timeline. I hope it encourages someone

So, I found this thread (part 21)when it was on page 45 or so after I had submitted my application and was wondering what next ...
Hmmm, I remember one of the PPR testimonies I first read was of an approval that was received within 11 days and when I reviewed the docs submitted, I felt I had really messed up my application. Then I read of others that had applied since Sept the previous year. Reading more testimonies and docs submitted, Aaah! I told hubby I think we should have done this and that ... Well, hubby isn't one to feel daunted by what others have done. Then I got encouraged by those that went DIY like me and received their PPR. That's how I consoled myself ooo.

One other thing I noticed that actually made me feel terrible was the fact that I was going for a prog not really related to my work experience(considering my degree was far from what I had experience in). But when I remembered how much effort hubby and I put into my SOP, I was confident only a wicked officer will not see the larger picture I had painted. hehehe

Well, My cohort was initially for Winter 2022(gained admission last year) but I had to defer till May(which I couldn't make either). Then I was told Sept cohort was full, so Jan 2023 was the next available academic year(reluctantly accepted..Not like I had a choice per se). I sent via web form, my updated LOA and updated account activity reports(for all accounts originally submitted) and my sibling's data page which I also left out initially.

When my application was 5months I started sending emails to IRCC offices ANYWHERE. lol Well, thank God I did, Cos Beijing responded and confirmed my email had been rerouted to the appropriate office(at this time web forms I had previously sent had not been acknowledged). I also reached out to MPs. Those that responded asked the same question, where was I residing in Canada?
On July 7th I requested my notes which hasn't even arrived . Those ones too said there are several requests, Tor!

Finally, on 29th July I received a response to the email the Beijing office had rerouted stating the usual covid 19 bla bla bla. but at least they confirmed it was at Nairobi.

I gave them 2 days then sent a series of emails again and webforms(this time I didn't change the content of my emails).

They responded on August 18th "We have verified the information you provided and can confirm that the agent who responded to you on July 29th, 2022, took the appropriate actions to follow up on your request". Well, that was refreshing enough. So, I decided to take a chill pill. After all, I was for Winter 2023 now

Anyway, I have learned patience through this journey and I can say for sure that it's the grace of God that speaks for us...Not necessarily all the grammar we note down in our SOP or docs we submit (Afterall someone used POF of a non-relative and got approved). Did I at some point feel downcast? of course! But one thing I was certain of was this, IRCC can't be the determinant of my happiness. I simply focused my attention on other important aspects of life(don't leave out prayers) whilst following up at intervals.

My timeline:
First-time applicant/ Old portal

Submitted:5th Feb 2022
Biometrics: 8th Feb 2022 updated the same day
Upfront Medical: Jan 27th, 2022
Medical updated to pass: Feb 16th, 2022( This was the last update on my portal prior to receiving PPR eligibility and background check still same)
BVL&PPR:26th Aug 2022

DOCS SUBMITTED:
-Birth cert
-WAEC result
-BSc transcript( don't have my certificate)
-Marriage Cert
-SOP(4 pages as detailed as possible)
-Newspaper publication to support the name change
-Gift Deed from a sibling, his employment letter, and his account activity report for 4 months
-MBS on my accounts(salary, savings(Naira and Dorm)
-MBS on joint account with hubby
-My employment letter
-My pay stubs for 4months
-Reference letter from my employer
-Pension activity report
-Police Character cert
-Hubby's pay stubs for 6 months
-Hubby's employment letter and promotion letter
-Hubby's account activity for 4 months
-Hubby's pension activity report
-Data page
-Travel history
-Land doc
-CAC doc for my business
-Pictures with siblings(with specific annotations showing my sibling that supported)
-Pictures with supporting sibling and his family
-My family pictures(several)

I think that's about all.

I will leave y'all with this; you can do it yourself, however, when in doubt seek help(rather than mess up your chances).
this thread is a fountain of knowledge, let's keep sharing experiences and helping in whatever capacity we can.

I pray the kind of joy that filled my heart yesterday be experienced by each of you still in the waiting room... Keep hope alive. God will show up for you in Jesus' name.AMEN!

My dear, when did you apply?
Kindly bless us with your timeline.
God bless you.

Guys abeg mek una help her with the information she is asking for, ejoor.

vividlooks:
Its been a while here....

But today, i've come to drop my testimony ..

What took almost 7mths had finally ended in praise!!

My PPR dropped this morning...

I'm still in shock.. will return with my full timeline.

In the meantime, please help me oo good people.

I want to send my passport to Abuja... what's the process?? And how long does it take?

Thank you.
We will celebrate together

Gigdraft:
Hi Virocrix,

Since your resumption is slated for September, then I wouldn't advise you against bothering IRCC. However, you should note that your application is still within the standard IRRC's processing time. Hence, your webform might or might not be acknowledged.

Can't wait to celebrate with you!

Congratulations.
It's our day and our turn.

vividlooks:
Its been a while here....

But today, i've come to drop my testimony ..

What took almost 7mths had finally ended in praise!!

My PPR dropped this morning...

I'm still in shock.. will return with my full timeline.

In the meantime, please help me oo good people.

I want to send my passport to Abuja... what's the process?? And how long does it take?

Glory to God!
Congratulations.

God will remember us as he did for you in Jesus name Amen

Sean9014:
I’m writing this to give a bit of hope to people still waiting for their PPR given that i was in the same situation few days ago. Phew! it was a long journey that began in 2017 after attempting and researching on various routes to relocate to Canada. Express entry, provincial nominee applications, coupled with IELTS tests all expired without any success. I eventually made via study route.
First-time applicant, having read almost all the information about Canada study visa on here, thread to thread, page by page, morning and night. My application took 12 weeks and some days before I got medical request. Before I got the request, I decided do a medical upfront. Low and behold I got a medical request on my appointment date at the IOM office.
My time-line
• Biometrics: May 27, 2022
• Medical request: August 10, 2022
• Medical Passed: August 18, 2022
• BVL:25-08-2022
• PPR: 25-08-2022
Documents Submitted
1. SOP (Well-detailed 4 pages with referenced links, it took me months to finish since my application required some explanation because I had previously completed a master’s program in England. For Home ties; I wrote more about my job and returning to take over the family businesses this was also specified by my Sponsor)
2. Letter of recommendation (Work)
3. Appointment Letter
4. Confirmation of Appointment Letter
5. Pension Statement
6. Letter of Promotion
7. Salary Review Letter (2)
8. Tax Clearance (PAYE)
9. Study Leave
10. Work ID card
11. Group Photo (Work)
12. Staff Award (Best Staff 2021)
13. Resume
14. Affidavit of Financial Support (Sponsor)
15. CAC Documents (Sponsor)
16. Letter of Financial Support (Sponsor)
17. Tuition Deposit Receipt (Mind you, I only paid deposit (1500 CAD); my form A with Polaris bank for first semester tuition fee still pending after 7 weeks. I need help on this)
18. My Bank Statement (MBS)
19. Properties Valuation Reports (2)
20. Deed of Assignments
21. Pictures of Sponsors Properties
22. Tax Remittances (Sponsor’s company)
23. Sponsor’s company location on google map (Screen printed)
24. Rental agreements of Sponsors properties
25. Family Picture
26. Sponsors Passport page
27. NPC Birth certificate
28. Visa pages (Travel History)
29. Masters Certificate with Transcript
30. BSC Notification of result with Transcript
31. NYSC Certificate
32. My personal Account (Money no too dey sha, I just put am)
33. No police clearance (I no get money again)
It is only God who has control over times and season. I kept believing in PSALM 25 like someone mentioned wrote on here.
God Did it, to him i give the glory.

Oh, glory to God!
It will end in praises.
I pray that they send you PPR immediately.

charli5:
I did send the mail….No encouraging response but eligibility started yesterday. However, my school made classes available via zoom for fall term only (September -December 2022). So no need deferring admission

Glory to God. This week was indeed full of showers of PPR.

It's our time and our turn.

7COLOURS:
Thank God this week has ended.

PPR scarce no be small

Next week will rain PPR and we shall all celebrate in Jesus name.

Congratulations in advance to us



Emi lo kan

Hi @charli5,
How did go about this? Did you send any email?

charli5:
@makano and other gurus
Applied to the university of Calgary (MSc). School resumes 29h August. Any magic can be done, where can I send mails to? Abeg which one be MP?
Upfront medicals-17th June
Applied-June 24th
Biometrics done-27th June
Biometrics updated-23rd July
Medicals updated-12th august
Eligibility and others not started yet

Good morning guys,

Please is it necessary to send email/webform concerning the expedition of my application?

I'm at the moment undergoing trainings for would-be Teaching Assistants. Resumption date is 7th of September, UOttawa. Medical passed but eligibility check yet to start.

To be candid, I submitted on the 13th of July.

Kindly let me know if it's necessary at this moment to send emails/webforms

Congratulations dear

olokings:
My people! My people!!!!

It is PPR x5 oooooooh. We are a family of six (6)!!!!

Omo! The initial shock of receiving the donotreply mail can raise BP to the roof.

I have received PPR for my self (Study permit), SOWP for Spouse, Study Permit x 2 (for Child 1 & 2), Visitor Visa (for minor - 1 yr old). Child 3 is a US citizen so we will apply Study Permit at the border.

April 30th Applicant.

I am still digesting the ecstacy in the office.

Detailed timeline and document to follow later.

Charity james, 2Pretty4U, Kiara and the overall NL family I wish us all positive results in our application.

Meehn, this feeling is to die for...hummmmm


PS: We are going to New Brunswick (Fredericton)