Hello guys. I need your input on this.

After completing a 1 year Master's program, is it possible to keep extending the 1 year post graduate work permit that follows to like 3 years?

Is there some other means to legally convert a 1 year post graduate work permit to, say a 3years permit or even a PR?

Peradventure, is there anyone here who has studied and lived in both US and Canada? I need your input on this.

How easy/difficult is it to change from a study permit to a post graduate work permit in Canada compared to changing a student visa to an H1b (temporary work) visa in the US.

The goal is not just to study overseas but also to work for a few years before returning, say 3 years.

Cc Everyone

Babatunde check your email have forwarded it....sorry for the delay I just sign in and saw your message

Please who is CASHHIP

Some Banks do ask for return ticket, please what bank processed the PTA for you wthout a return ticket

Jejelaye01:
Just to confirm what wealth360 said about PTA. You don't need a return ticket to apply for PTA. Was in my bank today and it took me just 3 hours to get my PTA with just my passport and flight itinerary.

Regards.

thank you

mcobex:
Congratulations bro, thank God

napoleonsmart:
OK thanks. Its not that I don't want to be patient, but at times when you fail to plan then you are planning to fail

Austinpee4:

In under 2 hours, this question has been repeatedly asked! Bros, calm down na. Most people that can help are either busy with one thing or the other but once the 'gurus' show face, they will answer you.

Well, in their absence,let me try.

CIC will request for a new 'START' date and not necessarily a new offer letter. Meaning a new start date for the current offer you applied with.

If you have a new offer from a different school, you will have to reapply with that because the information provided on the application form has Information on the offer letter you applied with. Processing and review of your study permit is based on that( UCI, funds, program etc).

However, an advise will be to wait till you hear from CIC. If they request for a new start date, i believe your school will come up with something for you to finalize your study permit. The evidence of a positive outcome if a new start date is shown will make them revise your current offer. So let CIC reach you first before you proceed.

Hi Cupsy
If you are already employed within the original 1year PGWP, then you can extend it to the 3yrs cap before it expires. You can't just convert your work permit to PR. The PR process is administered through the express entry depending on the route you choose to pursue your PR.

cuspy:
Hello guys. I need your input on this.

After completing a 1 year Master's program, is it possible to keep extending the 1 year post graduate work permit that follows to like 3 years?

Is there some other means to legally convert a 1 year post graduate work permit to, say a 3years permit or even a PR?

gbsunmonu:
Application approved

Paper route
Applied Dec 6 , 2016
Medical mail and new LOA February 2017
Application denied May 3 2017
Application re-opened May 5 2017
Medical mail again August 14
Medical done August 15
Passport request 24
Approval mail August 30
8 months 24days

Msc Computer science

I was denied USA visa twice , UK once and Canada once

But my life is just Joel 2 : 25 to 26

God is faithful

Ohhhhh God!!!! He shall not put us to shame. Congraaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaatulations

lanrayx:


in my case i submitted late July and the deadline is October 1st for winter Admission

Are you an international student? What degree and program are you going for? Is it for Concordia University?

Actually for Graduate degrees, deadline for Winter Admission is June 15. You can check out the link below for Application deadline for each courses. However, they mentioned that late applications are welcome, but at individuals risk cos like I earlier mentioned, it's first in, first out. And depending on whether the program is competitive or not.

Application deadline for Summer is October 15th
Application deadline for Fall is February 15th

For International students coming for Undergraduates degree, application deadline for Winter admission is today, September 1st.

http://www.concordia.ca/admissions/graduate/apply/deadlines.html

Cos it's not feasible for an application deadline for Winter to be October, considering that study permit processing takes time in some countries. So they put all of this into consideration and try to finish the application process at least 3 to 4 months before resumption.

jnyuwa02:

Wonderful!

Bro does a 17 year old need police report?

A friend wants to know if it's normal for cic to give updates on ones application ...he got this mail from them


There have been no updates to your application (S********) since you last checked your account. Thank you for your patience.

Please how does one check reason for refusal, as there is no final decision for two days now, no mail or icon to click on reason refusal, please house, what what part of the online application page is reason for refusal stated. Thanks

mcobex:
Bro does a 17 year old need police report?

I think so, given cases of juvenile delinquencies.

[quote author=Oben209 post=60030885]A friend wants to know if it's normal for cic to give updates on ones application ...he got this mail from them


There have been no updates to your application (S********) since you last checked your account. Thank you for your patience.

[/quote
its very normal, this msg is an automated one, usually sent once every month.

jnyuwa02:

I think so, given cases of juvenile delinquencies.

Ok bro

VickyRotex:


Are you an international student? What degree and program are you going for? Is it for Concordia University?

Actually for Graduate degrees, deadline for Winter Admission is June 15. You can check out the link below for Application deadline for each courses. However, they mentioned that late applications are welcome, but at individuals risk cos like I earlier mentioned, it's first in, first out. And depending on whether the program is competitive or not.

Application deadline for Summer is October 15th
Application deadline for Fall is February 15th

For International students coming for Undergraduates degree, application deadline for Winter admission is today, September 1st.

http://www.concordia.ca/admissions/graduate/apply/deadlines.html

Cos it's not feasible for an application deadline for Winter to be October, considering that study permit processing takes time in some countries. So they put all of this into consideration and try to finish the application process at least 3 to 4 months before resumption.

thanks for the prompt response, but based on the link u shared it is actually SEPTEMBER and not JUNE, and the program in question is a Masters program. attached below is the deadline information from the department website and also the link you shared, thanks.

[quote author=Vikfree post=60025482][/quote] ? I didn't say anything about transcript...thanks

jnyuwa02:


I think so, given cases of juvenile delinquencies.

I doubt.. .not until 18, I'm aware and know a few too

lanrayx:


thanks for the prompt response, but based on the link u shared it is actually SEPTEMBER and not JUNE, and the program in question is a Masters program. attached below is the deadline information from the department website and also the link you shared, thanks.

Thank you. I think we are mixing up things here. Please refer back to the link I shared. I would have shared the images earlier but had little time.
That's the reason I asked if you were coming as an international student, Degree (Undergrad/Masters) and what your program (Course) is.
For most programs (Courses) on that link, it clearly states the deadline for international students.

I also believe you know the meaning of Individualized Program. It's different from the way the regular programs are run. Please check the link again, and check each course and its deadline, not Individualized Program.

Also the last picture you attached for the deadline, also did not specify if it's for international students, or people living here already. I have attached a picture, for the Education Program. Deadline for that is September 15th, but it also doesn't specify if its applicable to International Students or not.
I know for sure that Application deadline for Engineering Programs is exactly as I earlier mentioned. And I know that different Programs run their deadline separately too, but most of them are the same.


However, if the program you put in for clearly tells you that deadline for application for Winter as an international student is September 15th, then great! The most important thing is, you applied before it.

I have attached some pictures, and I believe it will be more explanatory. Thanks!

Hi Guys,

There is a question that goes: Since the age of 18 or during the past five years, whichever is more recent, have you travelled to any country other than the country of your citizenship or your current country of residence

I have travelled out of the country (twice) before but nothing since I was 18 nor in the last five years. The last time I travelled was 6 years ago when I was 17. Is it safe to leave my travel history section on the CIC form blank? Or I should just fill it regardless.

Thank you.

Mabs16:


Boss, I hold ND and HND in insurance and I've had one year industrial attachment in an insurance broking firm. I applied for BBA General Management at Mount Royal University, Canada, paid part tuition fee. But embassy rejected my 2nd study permit app on d ground of purpose of visit. The officer also stated that " My proposed program is not reasonable in light of one or more of my previous educational qualifications, previous employment or future plan" My future plan is to come back to Nigeria, gain practical experience in Insurance
broking n underwriting and in the long run establish my own broking firm.

Pls, what's ur suggestion on d best way to respond to these concern raised in my 3rd app?

Meanwhile, I just got an Underwriting job with an insurance company, can this be a plus to my next app against fall, 2018.

Cc: Austinpee, mcobex,Soj, Maziude n other gurus in the house. Pls your input will be appreciated.

Hi,

Can I advice you try to get a Bachelors of Science in insurance or Bachelors of business adminsitartion and a concentration in Insurance.

I feel the officer sees that BBa General Managmebt is very different from Insurance which is true. So I think that's where the V.O concern is, and as you said u have been in the Insurance line and now u have an underwriting Job. You need to get or look for that Insurance degree or concentration or similar fields like actuarial science which you can link to Insurance

My little advice, hope this helps

Cheers

bbclue:
Please who is CASHHIP

Lol, he's a dude just trying to connect with Nigerians who are coming to the city of Regina and willing to provide any support within his power.

VickyRotex:


Thank you. I think we are mixing up things here. Please refer back to the link I shared. I would have shared the images earlier but had little time.
That's the reason I asked if you were coming as an international student, Degree (Undergrad/Masters) and what your program (Course) is.
For most programs (Courses) on that link, it clearly states the deadline for international students.

I also believe you know the meaning of Individualized Program. It's different from the way the regular programs are run. Please check the link again, and check each course and its deadline, not Individualized Program.

Also the last picture you attached for the deadline, also did not specify if it's for international students, or people living here already. I have attached a picture, for the Education Program. Deadline for that is September 15th, but it also doesn't specify if its applicable to International Students or not.
I know for sure that Application deadline for Engineering Programs is exactly as I earlier mentioned. And I know that different Programs run their deadline separately too, but most of them are the same.


However, if the program you put in for clearly tells you that deadline for application for Winter as an international student is September 15th, then great! The most important thing is, you applied before it.

I have attached some pictures, and I believe it will be more explanatory. Thanks!

the program is M.A public policy and public administration, applied july....status still reading "file being assessed...." ..i reconfirmed and the program doesn't state any different deadline for international students ...

the issue is i don't know when i should be expecting a decision from them.

cashhip:

Lol, he's a dude just trying to connect with Nigerians who are coming to the city of Regina and willing to provide any support within his power.

..'....okay thanks i v email u i appreciate

Canadianbabe:
..'....okay thanks i v email u i appreciate

Bro, thank God for journey mercies o.

lanrayx:


the program is M.A public policy and public administration, applied july....status still reading "file being assessed...." ..i reconfirmed and the program doesn't state any different deadline for international students ...

the issue is i don't know when i should be expecting a decision from them.

I don't know maybe the duration of your Faculty's processing differs as well. It's just being about a month which I believe is still fine.
So, Good advice will be to reach out to the Program advisor/Coordinator or the staff you've been in contact with in your department.

Rocorleone:
Any one still having issues that needs to be tackled?
Just post it. We all here to help.... feeling high-spirited already!

Just a few questions, thanks.
Your school is UBC?
Were you able to get funding?
What course?
Thanks again.

lanrayx:


the program is M.A public policy and public administration, applied july....status still reading "file being assessed...." ..i reconfirmed and the program doesn't state any different deadline for international students ...

the issue is i don't know when i should be expecting a decision from them.

Dear friend,
I think you should go to the website and locate the graduate Coordinator for that Department. Send a mail regarding this query and you will get the answer to your question.
Cheers.

Hello house, I greet everybody. Please I sent a mail to CIC last week Wednesday requesting for an on my application. They replied me on Tuesday, stating that:

" My application is in queue for their officer's review of your response to our procedural fairness letter. We will contact you if further information is required".

I am happy that my mail was responded to, and out of impulse, I was almost sending them another mail yesterday, you know, urging them politely that they should hasten up with the review of my application because will be resuming on the 5th and I have been given till on the 8th of Sept to resume classes. Then I thought about it the second time, and decided to give them some time before sending any mail again.

This is my question, please does anybody have any clue how long it may take CIC to review the procedural fairness letter I wrote to them?

Secondly is it possible that they have already concluded the background check and want to start reviewing the fairness letter?

Thank you all.

cashhip:

Lol, he's a dude just trying to connect with Nigerians who are coming to the city of Regina and willing to provide any support within his power.

Lols. ..thanks I send you email kindly check....