You must pass immigration in UAE before 12:00 AM of 'valid until' date. So if valid until date is 20 June, then your temporary entry permit expires after 11:59 PM of 19 June. Anything from 12:00 AM on 20 June, deportation straight. Most airlines might not let you board sef on 19 June from naija, as it's a risk for them. Especially if not direct flight.

Best wishes...

edafe2000:
so if I did my biometric on the 12th of june and my visa expire on the 20th does that means I must traveled before that 20th because am getting confused ooo.

HenryCavill:


I just PM'd you

Seen. Replied.

That's unfortunately true, our reputation preceeds us. Try Emirates NBD. Most banks will open an account for you if you agree to do a salary transfer with them. I can link you up with a sales representative at ENBD,

HenryCavill:
Please house, Is there anyone that has a bank account with any UAE bank. I've been to three banks now and they didn't approve the account "Because Nigerians are considered high risk nationals" by their compliance team

If you meant sending someone to do the attestation for you, then yes.

SirWellington:


Good morning, please any idea if the attestation in Abuja i.e in the MOFA and UAE embassy can be done by proxy? Regards

Okay, many thanks...

Geenosko:


Including but not limited to relative permits, voluntary work permits, intra company work permits, spousal permits etc

Thanks Geenosko. What type of visas states Return ticket waived?

Geenosko:


unless the visa states Return ticket waived, you need a return ticket

Hello Gurus in the house, Please would a traveler to SA on a long-term visit visa be allowed to board with a one-way ticket? Has anyone been in a similar situation before?

Thanks...

FYI...

This is what the Police Character Certificate from Nigeria looks like.

beekaf:
So for the good conduct certificate.how does it look like and where do we get it and attest.

Cypha8:
FYI...

Certificate of Good Conduct is called Police Character Certificate (PCC) in Nigeria. It may have another name in other countries e.g. Police Clearance Certificate.

As far as I know, you can only get the PCC at CID Headquarters, Alagbon, Lagos. Thereafter, it should be attested by MOFA Abuja and UAE Embassy Abuja before coming to UAE.

Please see below for more clarification on the new law coming into effect February 4.

http://m.gulfnews.com/amp/news/uae/government/conduct-certificate-must-for-new-job-visas-from-february-4-1.2154243?__twitter_impression=true

FYI...

Certificate of Good Conduct is called Police Character Certificate (PCC) in Nigeria. It may have another name in other countries e.g. Police Clearance Certificate.

As far as I know, you can only get the PCC at CID Headquarters, Alagbon, Lagos. Thereafter, it should be attested by MOFA Abuja and UAE Embassy Abuja before coming to UAE.

Please see below for more clarification on the new law coming into effect February 4.

http://m.gulfnews.com/amp/news/uae/government/conduct-certificate-must-for-new-job-visas-from-february-4-1.2154243?__twitter_impression=true

Cypha8:
FYI...


From February 4: Certificate of good conduct must for UAE work visa applicants

Expatriates applying for a job in the UAE must first obtain a certificate of good conduct in order to be issued a work permit, a UAE government body has announced.

The new rule will take effect from February 4, 2018.


Source: http://gulfnews.com/news/uae/government/from-february-4-certificate-of-good-conduct-must-for-uae-work-visa-applicants-1.2153905

FYI...

For those that might need to attest federal marriage certificate (Form-E) for spouse sponsorship, UAE embassy will ask for a court-sworn affidavit of marriage. The affidavit must have the husband and wife's passport photographs on it, both stamped by the court. The affidavit will also be attested by UAE embassy, and paid for. As usual, both documents must first be attested by the MOFA Abuja.

Best wishes...

Disclaimer: Information accurate as at 29 December, 2017

FYI...


From February 4: Certificate of good conduct must for UAE work visa applicants

Expatriates applying for a job in the UAE must first obtain a certificate of good conduct in order to be issued a work permit, a UAE government body has announced.

The new rule will take effect from February 4, 2018.

The official news agency WAM reported on Monday that the UAE Coordination Committee approved a Cabinet Resolution issued in 2017 stipulating that expatriates who apply for work visa in the UAE must first obtain a certificate of good conduct — issued by either by his home country or the country where he lived for five years.

The certificate must then be attested by UAE diplomatic missions, or oversees Customer Happiness Centres at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

The committee, which consists of members representing relevant UAE government bodies, said the move comes as part of efforts to create a safer society.

The rule also stems from the UAE’s belief in the importance of protecting community members and ensuring that they enjoy a safe life, making the UAE as one of the most secure countries in the world.

The committee clarified that the certificate is not required from those who come to the country on a visit or tourist visa.

Source: http://gulfnews.com/news/uae/government/from-february-4-certificate-of-good-conduct-must-for-uae-work-visa-applicants-1.2153905

nattybanta:

You first of all need to be in UAE with a reasonable job before sponsoring your wife.

nattybanta:

The husband can send a visit visa to his new spouse and she can enter the country on this visa. After arrival the husband has to apply for a residency visa for his wife.

Wow many thanks nattybanta for the detailed response, it answers my 2nd question. Now I know what to do regarding documentation

I have a reasonable job offer and my coy is doing my residence visa which I will enter UAE with. Your response alluded that I should send my spouse a visit visa which she would use to enter UAE before I sponsor her.

Does this mean I need to first go to UAE before she joins me? OR can she accompany me on a visit visa while I enter with my residence visa, then I sponsor her as soon as my medicals are done and my work permit stamped on passport? That's why I intend doing 3 months visa for her, this should be enough time to get salary certificates et al.

If it's possible to go with her from the onset, which do you recommend?

Thanks...

Good day house. Please can someone tell me how to sponsor spouse in UAE? I have the following questions:

1. Should I first get a 3 months visa for my spouse and sponsor her on my work permit when we get to UAE. OR should I first go to UAE without my spouse and sponsor her after getting work permit stamped on passport? Please advise which is better?

2. Would I need to authenticate marriage certificate at MOFA and UAE embassy in Nigeria?

Thank you...

justi4jesu:


1.) You do it only once and as long as the MOFA UAE Seal has been stamped on the document then you have no worries, i was thinking you didn't get the MOFA UAE seal yet. For 100% confirmation, you can check with Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dubai.

2.) I am not 100% sure about that, others can help you with that.

Got it! Many thanks...

Please anyone know if statement of result is still accepted by UAE Ministry of Labour?

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tolugeorgeinfo:


1. The authentication is no more valid do a new one.
2. ? What is MOL?

Wow o ga o! Authentication expires after how many years?
Ministry of Labor

Cypha8:


The steps then (4 years ago) was MOE and MOFA in Nigeria, Nigerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, then Dubai MOFA.

justi4jesu:


You need to go back or send it for the UAE Embassy stamp in Abuja before they can authenticate in MOFA Dubai.

I already got the MOFA Dubai authentication (UAE seal) back in mid-2013. I guess the steps has since changed to include UAE Embassy in Nigeria. Anyway my question is...

1) Is the authentication still valid or I have to do it again?
2) I authenticated my statement of result, does the UAE MOL still accept statement of result?

Thanks...

nattybanta:

How did you get the UAE Seal without going to the Embassy?

The steps then (4 years ago) was MOE and MOFA in Nigeria, Nigerian Embassy in Abu Dhabi, then Dubai MOFA.

Cypha8:


Hello, I authenticated my credentials (got the UAE seal) a few years ago. Back then, UAE Embassy was not required. It's also been more than 2 years.

1) Is the authentication still valid or I have to do it again?
2) I authenticated my statement of result, does the UAE MOL still accept statement of result?

Thanks...

Anyone?

justi4jesu:



Authenticate all in Nigeria first (MOE,MOFA,UAE EMBASSY), then when you arrive UAE, you can choose the particular one you would like to authenticate.

Hello, I authenticated my credentials (got the UAE seal) a few years ago. Back then, UAE Embassy was not required. It's also been more than 2 years.

1) Is the authentication still valid or I have to do it again?
2) I authenticated my statement of result, does the UAE MOL still accept statement of result?

Thanks...

iphie25:

From what he. Said it's unlikely i'll get ITA till. Sept. My ref letters will. Be 4months old. Nawa o.

IMO, you may choose to go ahead and apply with new ECA as long as your CRS score remain the same and/or above the cut-off for the EE draw you got your ITA! That's all it boils down to at the end of the day.

FYI, I used a 10 month old job ref letter, and it flew. But the letter was dated after leaving the job.

But since you said you did not get bank letter, maybe you should just let this one go. Best wishes...

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Uptosomething:

Moving down to Canada instead of School route from Nigeria

Then I guess the option you are looking for would be through the Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker/Provincial Nominee Program depending on your score on the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS). You may refer to the step-by-step instructions below to familiarize yourself with the process and terminologies. FYI you most likely cannot apply through the CEC route, unless you've lived and worked in Canada??

You can always come back and ask the house for clarifications. Best wishes...


EXPRESS ENTRY STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS!

(Please note that this info does not apply to the Federal Skilled Trades Program)

1) Determine your eligibility by doing this CIC quiz http://www.cic.gc.ca/ctc-vac/ee-start.asp AND calculate your CRS score here http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/crs-tool.asp

2) Get your language test(s) done. You must get at least CLB 7 in each of the four sections for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW), Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) or Canadian Experience Class (CEC) streams. But getting CLB 10 gives you maximum points for language.

How does CLB match back to the language tests? That info is here --> http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/resources/tools/language/charts.asp

3) Get your qualifications assessed by doing an Education Credential Assessment. Details here --> http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/assessment.asp

4) Determine the code that best applies to you on the National Occupation Classification (NOC) list http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/noc.asp

The occupation must be NOC 0, A, or B for FSW or CEC.

5) When you have those in hand you create your express entry profile. http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/profile.asp and register for the Job Bank http://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home-eng.do?lang=eng

You'll be given points based on your age, education, number of years work experience, and language skills. The points system is detailed here --> http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/express-entry/grid-crs.asp

You'll be in a pool with thousands of other applicants http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/pool.asp

Of course, the more points you have the better. The max is 1200, with 600 of those points coming from your ability to snag a PNP or a job offer with a very hard to get Labour Market Impact Assessment http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/work/employers/lmo-basics.asp

For CEC applicants, the max is 600 but someone who has no work experience in Canada who is only eligible for FSW can only get up to 520 points.

6) Finally, wait for your invitation to apply (ITA). But in the interim you will need to do the following:

a) Have your application fee (C$550 each for principal applicant and spouse) and right of permanent resident fee (C$490 each for principal applicant and spouse) ready
http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/fees/fees.asp

b) Identify how you will provide proof of funds http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/skilled/funds.asp

c) check out what is required for the police certificates http://www.cic.gc.ca/English/information/security/police-cert/index.asp

d) find out how long it takes to get a date for the medical exam. http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/information/medical/medexams-perm.asp

e) contact previous and current employers about them providing job letters. You must have at least 12 months of full-time, or an equal amount in part-time, skilled work experience. Full-time work means at least 30 hours of paid work per week. Work experience while you were a full-time student does not count.

f) research cities in the province(s) where you want to live.

Uptosomething:
Dear Team,

Greetings to Zandora,Justwise and all FORUM MEMBERS.. I read Hist & Int'l Relations and have been working in bank as Customer Service Officer since 2014.I am applying to study in CAD (M.A) but my friend in Alberta has been urging me to rather go for CEC route that It is the better bet......

Please clarify the bolded...

Are you referring to Canadian Experience Class (CEC)?

THOP:

Guys on this thread, I appreciate you all. Please, I am writing this to get some clarifications. I quite understand that an applicant gets points for his/her highest qualification and this fact made me to send only my M.Sc documents to WES for assessment
but a friend told me again that my B.Sc degree
too must be assessed in order not to be denied a PR visa in future. Please, is it a must I get the B.Sc assessed to avoid rejection in the future? Or my M.Sc degree is enough since its my highest qualification.
I need responses because I'm seriously confused. Thanks everyone.

Your highest qualification will suffice for EE purposes...

Doggys:
Dear Rebe..No problem, i still need it, its not late, though i have submitted without it but i need to have it just in case the need arises. I'm highly expecting it, Thank you

For the benefit of all who need to make a Gift Deed, see sample below for your reference. You may attach other supporting documents like a sworn affidavit, LOE explaining the source of funds, donor bank statement, and net worth certificate of donor. Please only include additional documents that will help make your case. Your goal is to clear the VO of any doubts/suspicion, and not to confuse the VO. Best wishes...


Date:

To:
Citizenship and Immigration Canada

GIFT DEED FOR (FULL NAME) (Express Entry Profile No.: E000123456)

I, NAME OF DONOR, do hereby on this day (ENTER DATE) make a Gift Deed for a gift of USD 12,000 (Twelve Thousand US Dollars) made on (FUNDS TRANSFER DATE), out of love and affection to my (ENTER RELATIONTIP TO RECEPIENT), (NAME OF RECEPIENT). I confirm that I am a resident in (COUNTRY OF RESIDENCE). I further confirm that this gift is being made out of my own funds from my Account No. (ENTER DONOR ACCOUNT NUMBER) in (NAME OF BANK), (FULL BANK BRANCH ADDRESS WITH COUNTRY), and paid into his/her Account No. (RECEIPIENT ACCOUNT NUMBER) in (NAME OF BANK), (FULL BANK BRANCH ADDRESS WITH COUNTRY).

I further confirm that the consideration for this gift is the love and affection for (ENTER RELATIONTIP TO RECEPIENT), (NAME OF RECEPIENT), and no other consideration.

I further confirm that the gift has been made by cheque number / wire transfer reference number: (ENTER NUMBER) dated (FUNDS TRANSFER DATE) drawn from my personal savings. This gift is irrevocable and I have no claim left whatsoever on the said gifted amount and he/she is free to utilise it in any manner.


PLACE:

DATED:

NAME OF DONOR

DONOR SIGNATURE

WITNESES SIGNATURE / INTIALS


The gift as stated above is accepted.

NAME OF RECEIPIENT

Guys please where can I find the most reliable information on settling in Canada? I am so lost on the way forward after PPR. As a matter of fact, I have little or no clue on most things Canadian!

JesusDWay:
Latest Draw is out at cut off being 534 and 799 ITAs issued. Guess it's only CEC and PNP people that made this draw

This is a draw for PNP's and CEC's! Going by last year, it will drop later in the year.

Rebe:
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Congratulations!!! Got mine too yesterday. God be praised!
Could you share the address of where you will be sending your passport to in Accra?

Thank you! And Congratulations!

My LVO is Pretoria.

candykenni:
Gongratulations.....Kindly share your timeline

Thank you!

My timeline...

ITA: Sept 8
Submitted: Nov 5
AOR: Nov 5
Med Passed: Nov 6
BGC not needed: Nov 8
BGC In Progress: April 1
RPRF Request: April 14
RFV/PPR: May 5

Hi guys, as a silent follower of this thread for the past couple of months, I'd like to say forums like this are worth a 1,000 migration consultants.

I got the "Ready for Visa / Prêt pour Visa" e-mail today after exactly 6 months since AOR. Many thanks to ALL contributors to thread...

To those still waiting, keep the faith guys, nothing is impossible. Best wishes everyone!