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Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by GraciousWords: 11:31am On Jan 07, 2022 |
onyexx: Abuja VFS was about 6 weeks. If you are in a hurry, Accra VFS seems shorter (2 to 3 weeks). See here: https://www.nairaland.com/6829885/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/44#108956263 https://www.nairaland.com/6829885/canadian-express-entry-federal-skilled/45#108996688 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by kelvyn7: 11:31am On Jan 07, 2022 |
Pearlmadeit: bro, thanks for the advice. i will practice more. 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by GraciousWords: 11:39am On Jan 07, 2022 |
Papa, we dey very grateful for the small PPR wey dey show........more, more, more we pray....make ITA jara too dey on top. Amin! 25 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Allegory(f): 11:57am On Jan 07, 2022 |
kelvyn7:You can DM me if/when you need help with your writing. It's free but you have to be serious. 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by TOdus18(f): 12:40pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
onyexx: Congratulations! Amen to your prayers. 2 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by ednut1(m): 12:57pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
oseun526:false, each province cannot see who selected only them or all. I don’t know what people gain misleading people self. Smh 3 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by IamDior(m): 1:33pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Congratulations |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Andyosifo(m): 2:23pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Congratulations It’s PPR guys!! ITA: Jan 2020 AOR: 11th March 2020 Stream: FSW 1st medical: sept 2019 (in anticipation of ITA) Remedical: 26 sept 2020 2nd remed: 26 nov 2021 Med done/passed: 13th dec/21st dec 2021 PPR: 6th jan 2021, 9:30pm VO: Ottawa I pray for everyone waiting that you will receive your good news this month in Jesus name, amen![/quote] 15 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Preshyi: 3:41pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Hello guys, So I recently learnt that Ontario only nominates people within a particular CRS score and wont consider you if you have a higher score. I presently have 479 CRS but someone advised I reduce my work experience or something to fit in within their score of 450+. Is this a good move? |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by sirabbey(m): 3:54pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
LANDING GIST. LONG READ. So I love to read landing gist because it has a way of gingering hope in me while still in the PR process. This is me contributing my landing gist to encourage others and give hope to those that are still in the PR process. My timeline is as follows. AOR: August 2019 1st PPR: Dec 2020 1st PPR expired: May 2021 New upfront Medicals: August 2021 2nd PPR: Oct 2021 Landing in Canada: Dec 2021 After the Euphoria of getting 1st PPR in Dec 2020, we sent our Passports to London VFS for Stamping but UK went into lockdown due to Delta Variant of Covid-19 and Passport got stuck until Feb 2021. We tried all manner of tricks but nothing seems to work, in fact some got their passport returned from London VFS without stamping. Luckily for us, our passports were stamped and returned by Feb 17, 2021, we immediately planned to move by early March but Government of Canada decides to stop all intending PR landing. Only students and COPR holders with family members already in Canada were exempted. Those were the days of AL (Authority Letter to travel) However, trust Nigerians to always find a way around every rule, my wife told me that people in her WhatsApp group were still travelling by going through Cameroon. I was skeptical but when the pressure was becoming unbearable, I succumbed and being the primary applicant, I offered myself as the sacrificial lamb to try out the Cameroon route. It was a very costly mistake. I was prevented from boarding at Cameroon by their airport security officers who said they have orders from above to stop Nigerians who had been trouping into Cameroon to sneak into Canada from doing so. I was distraught. The airport security guys confiscated my passport and extorted me of $100 before It was released to me. I got back to my hotel in Cameroon. Book the next available flight which is Kenya Air back to Nigeria where another drama was waiting for me. On getting to the airport to pick my boarding pass back to Nigeria, the Kenya Airways officer told me I can not fly with the Covid Test I did in Nigeria 2 days ago and that I will need to do another one in Cameroon before I can be allowed to fly. I said it is not possible since the rule says at most 72 hours Covid test is acceptable for flying. Somehow I picked my boarding pass, having been extorted of $100 yesterday, I became a VIP of some sort to the Airport security guys, so they cleared the checking for me and I found myself in the plane waiting to head back to Nigeria. Unknown to me, the Kenya Air lady had instructed her colleagues to remove my loads from the plane, then came with the same Airport security guys to get me off the plane. I almost lost it at this point but I managed to control my emotion and went back to the lady who got me off the plane. She told me that even if I succeeded in flying into Nairobi, I wont be allowed to connect my flight back to Nigeria so the wise thing to do was to do another Covid Test there in Yaounde. I got her to change my flight to Nigeria to the next available one which was 2pm the third day after shelling out more US dollars. This means I have just one day to do the test and get the result otherwise I will miss the rescheduled flight back to Nigeria again. By this time it was around 2am in the morning, She got me their driver to take me back to my Hotel in the heart of Yaounde and loaded me with information on where I can do my Covid Test ( Talk of being an Angel and a devil at the same time) . I had to leave the Hotel by 6am and headed to the only place where Covid Test was being done in Yaounde. I met a crowd of over 200 people there already, I refused to panic but kick into Naija survival mode, which made me one of the first 30 persons that was attended to. I was told the result will be sent to our email by close of business the next day. This will not work for me since my flight to Kenya the next day is by 2pm. I asked where the result is being process and I took a cab there to meet the officers in charge. Luckily for me, the guy speaks English so It was very easy for me to communicate to him my dilemma. He promised to help and fast tracked my result and he delivered as I got my result by 7am the next day. I quickly printed it out, and head back to the Airport again for the 3rd time in 2 days. The checks were fast and smooth even though I was still mandated to show proof of paying for another covid test to be taken in Nigeria (Nigeria Authorities order for incoming passengers as at then) and I landed back in Nigeria on a Saturday Morning, having left Nigeria on Tuesday hoping to have travelled to Canada on Wednesday. The Cameroon misadventure got me traumatized and I lost over 1M naira on plane tickets, Covid Testing, hotel bills and transportation within Yaounde City. I got back to Nigeria and visited Wakanow to request for a refund of the ticket for the Cameroon -Canada leg booked. I lost further money again as only about 55% of the fare was refunded after 3 weeks waiting. But we moved. May 25th 2021 came and our 1st PPR expired. It was a sad day. It was even sadder when restrictions were lifted on June 21st 2021 and we got to know that no automatic renewal of PPR but new medicals will be required to be done, meaning our IRCC profile that has been approved will now switch back to processing. At my wife’s insistence again, I agreed that the family do an upfront medical again and that proved to be a smart move. The PPR re-issuance time line is as follows. Aug 6 2021 – Remedical for the whole family Sep 12 2021 – Do you still want to travel mail from IRCC Oct 19 2021 – New PPR Nov 1 2021 – New COPR The passports were sent to Accra on Oct 20th and in 12 days it was back with VISA and COPR. It was as if, Accra suddenly became born again. My Madam said, okay let’s go, I said calm down ma, there is no rush again, the worst is now in the past. Let’s wait till the children finish their second term in school (After all we have paid hundreds of thousands in school fees already). Base on this we purchase Lagos -Canada ticket for Dec 26th 2021. By Nov 10th or so Omicron became an issue and by Nov 28th we further learnt that some Nigeria tested positive to Omicron in Toronto, having travelled from Nigeria. Suspecting that restrictions may be put on Nigeria, we rushed to Wakanow and changed the travel date to Dec 3rd, the earliest available but lo and behold, it was a waste of money and effort. Canada slammed Nigeria with travel restriction on Dec 1st 2021. My Madam was angry with me for wasting the whole of Nov window, we could have travelled without any restriction. I had to plead for forgiveness for my indiscretion. Later she told me her whatSapp group members are now going through Dubai, Ghana, Turkey to Canada by spending 10days in the connecting countries. The trauma of my Cameroon adventure in April was still fresh in my memory, hence I convinced her it was not an option for us. Luckily by Dec 18th 2021, the travel restriction was lifted by Canada. We rushed back to changed our flight ticket to the earliest date available- guess what it was Dec 26th our initial date. So we ended up wasting about 500K changing ticket dates back and forth. Because of official forex, myself and wifey had to booked return ticket but getting forex with the new CBN process proved to be a rocket science but fortunately for both of us we were able to get our $4K each at the last minute at official rate which more than compensated for the money lost to changing ticket date when compared to buying same at the black-market rate. Flight with KLM was very smooth and enjoyable. Check in process was faultless in Lagos and all our luggage sailed through. We had a 7 hours layover in Amsterdam before continuing to Alberta the next day. Both flights were smooth and uneventful. The inflight food was not fantastic though but manageable. Landed in Alberta on Dec 27th, did self check in and declaration at one of the several computer terminals, proceeded to immigration who were very courteous and friendly and in about 15 minutes, landing formalities were over. Proceeded to health Canada, where Madam and the Children were picked for Covid test. Another 20 minutes their test were over, the children not being vaccinated were given Covid home kits to repeat a 8days test. Thankfully all covid test came out negative. We took some pictures, changed a few dollars to CAD at the airport (worst rate ever @ 1 USD to 1.128 CAD but the little money changed came in very handy for some petty expenses before we were able to open bank accounts a few days later. The bank rate is a little better at 1USD to 1.258 CAD). My wife contacted a friend on one of her numerous WhatsApp group (I on the other hand did not join any whatSapp group except Nairaland for my sanity ) who came to pick us up at the airport to our pre-booked Air BNB. In about 10 days we have settled accommodation, bank accounts, Health Cards, library Cards, and SIN Cards. Though still in Air BnB (pre-paid for 20days upfront to allow for proper settling in without pressure of moving the family about) God granted us speed and good people for assistance especially for movement. In spite of these assistance, I have spent over N100K on Uber movement to get some of the things listed above done. The trick here is that I use my Nigeria naira card for Uber movement since I have access to 200USD in a month on the card. And GTB graciously bill the Card at N382 to a CAD. Another thing worth saying here is that if you buy your Forex from GTB like me, you will only be given $500 cash and a dollar denominated MasterCard pre-loaded with the balance of $3500. But the exchange rate when you use that master Card here is terrible @1USD TO 1.20 CAD The cold is better experienced than imagined, at an average of -28C since we came in, it has been tough but interestingly the Children loves it. Only 1 day has been very good at -5C. Still settling in but the little I have seen confirmed that coming to Canada is worth the wait and the hype in terms of quality of life and sanity of mind. There are many GC funded assistance for new comers, please reach out and make use of them when you come in. You will eventually give back to these agencies when you are fully settled and integrated into the society. Mentally stop converting your spending into naira, otherwise you will not do anything. Please don’t blow your POF before coming down as settling down is very expensive, if possible, bring more than the required POF, you will thank God you did. In my opinion settling in is easier and faster for a family than a single person (though super more expensive) so if you have a serious relationship, better you make it official and come in together as it can be very lonely in winter. My prayer is that it will end in praise for all of us yet in the process. Goodluck and God’s speed. Ire o. 92 Likes 9 Shares |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Propene: 4:30pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Congratulation!!! What a lovely read, comical yet informative. May the land favour you and your family. Amen sirabbey: 2 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by GraciousWords: 5:37pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Sirabbey....congrats!!! Thanks so much for sharing your landing gist...you are 100% right about these posts being an encouragement to those of us coming behind. E no easy.....na man you be....may you be rewarded double for ALL your trouble. Blessings! 14 Likes
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Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by ednut1(m): 5:43pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
sirabbey:welcome o, this one na rollercoaster o. The bolded is very important o, marry if you can before coming. husband or wife no dey here o ![]() 4 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by miolad20(m): 6:01pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
sirabbey: What an interesting read. The bolded are the highlights for me, 100% valid for anyone on this journey. CONGRATULATIONS to you and your family for the victory at last. ![]() 4 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by JudiTee: 6:20pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Sirabbey…. Was fun and informative reading your post.. congratulations to you and your family. Please my people would you advise we go for upfront medicals because medicals expired December and no request yet coupled with the fact that new born’s medicals hasn’t been requested for.?? Thank you for your response. 2 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by lanregal: 6:37pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
[quote author=sirabbey post=109165706]LANDING GIST. LONG READ. Congratulations on landing in Canada. Hopefully we can reach out to you when landing in Alberta. May the Maple land favour you and yours. 3 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Epeegee(m): 6:44pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
IamDior: Boss I saw you emailed me but I don't have access to my email again,what's up |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Lorenza: 7:55pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Wow!! Thank God you have landed safely! Many thanks for sharing your story. I pray for you all the very best with loads of opportunities and Favour. And may the PPRs of those of us waiting arrive swiftly in Jesus name! Amen! [quote author=sirabbey post=109165706]LANDING GIST. LONG READ. So I love to read landing gist because it has a way of gingering hope in me while still in the PR process. This is me contributing my landing gist to encourage others and give hope to those that are still in the PR process. My timeline is as follows. AOR: August 2019 1st PPR: Dec 2020 1st PPR expired: May 2021 New upfront Medicals: August 2021 2nd PPR: Oct 2021 Landing in Canada: Dec 2021 4 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ikepooni(f): 8:44pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
ShoeShineGuy: Lmao! Yes o. I’m still in naija o. Been waiting over 6months post remedicals and nothing still. God will answer all out prayers! I did get a GU last month hoping they have remembered my file. Thanks for the concern 2 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by onyexx: 8:59pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
GraciousWords: Ok thanks…. Thanks everyone for the congratulatory messages 3 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Wisdom7400(m): 9:51pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
portablesuzy:They already know how to do it. Infact they are they one that told me about the email thing and did it in less than 2 weeks. I was shocked cos i have already booked 3 months for ECA. I think they have a partnership or sth as regards to that method. Raise this suggestion to ur school, they might do it that way. Just try 3 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by sirabbey(m): 9:56pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
[quote author=lanregal post=109169938][/quote] Thanks. Feel free to reach out and I will Happy to connect. @ Others, thank you all for your prayers and good wishes. I appreciate you. May the success story goes round by God's grace. 2 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Harbioula: 10:34pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Good evening/morning everyone, Please i need help, i just want to start my journey. Please which city PNP looks easy to do. Cos it looks like the National Express entry is not promising. Please help a sister. Am presently doing my Masters in UK. 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by portablesuzy: 10:40pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Wisdom7400:. Thanks so much |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Allegory(f): 10:58pm On Jan 07, 2022 |
Harbioula:The provinces you can look at are Ontario Saskatchewan Alberta Manitoba (if you have a sibling there) But they all have different requirements so you may ir may not qualify, you can visit their individual websites or just google pnp requirements for each website or use the tedious nl search button 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by KlausMike(m): 2:43am On Jan 08, 2022 |
Study Permit in 2018 l PGWP in 2020 to expire in 2023 AOR : Dec 5, 2020 FSW Inland ( 2 Outland dependents) | VO: Montreal Medicals Passed : January 13, 2021 - expired September 6th ADR : Dec 1, 2021 :for new bank letters and medical request for Outland dependents Bank Letters uploaded Dec 6th and Medicals Dec 17th Dec 18, 2021: Medicals passed in Cic portal PPR for outlanders! Dec 20, 2021 PR Portal Invitation for Inland Applicant - Dec 30, 2021 ECOPR - Jan 7, 2022 ![]() 26 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by careymah: 3:17am On Jan 08, 2022 |
Hello elders in the house, kindly help a newbie pls 1. I'm trying to create my EE profile and under study and languages, i couldn't find two or more cert (cos that's what i have) 2. Is there a place i am to list my job duties under the work profile because after filking that part, it's still showing "in progess" instead of complete 3. Am i to fill in my spouse job duties as well?? And is it okay to choose All provinces ![]() Thanks please |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by iwinosajack: 7:38am On Jan 08, 2022 |
sirabbey: Congratulations & welcome to Alberta. It has been bitterly cold in Alberta since the middle of Dec. It’s expected to warm up in the coming days but be prepared for more cold cos January and February are usually the coldest months. Settling in is easier when you land in the summer/spring time. It gives you time to acclimatize & you get to meet more people & go to more places for job hunting. 3 Likes |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Olisa222: 9:22am On Jan 08, 2022 |
iwinosajack:I believe the poster will adjust with time. The most important thing is he's in Canada! Every other thing will fall into place. 1 Like |
Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by Ucheosuji: 10:28am On Jan 08, 2022 |
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Re: Canadian Express Entry/Federal Skilled Worker Program - Connect Here Part 11 by oppytexu: 10:48am On Jan 08, 2022 |
I think the only marriage recognised by irrc is court/ registry marriage with a certificate to back it up if you like do 10traditional marriage na still common-law partner ... If there is no certificate proof to her previous marriage please just move ahead coz I don't think it's valid. Ucheosuji: |
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