Ifeoma77:


Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!
It has ended in praise!!

Gabzi28:
throwing the device away was the easy part, we nearly threw away the guy that brought it!

Topsmamen:


Hi Stencil. You're right. Thanks for pointing that out. The Statutory question does not specify a period as it would have included the phrase, "....in the last 10 years...." just as we have in the Personal History and Address History sections. Please check if there's the ? tool tip beside each statutory question. If there's a tip there, what does it say?

cc: @prex29, @Ifeoma77

Topsmamen:

"Has Mr. X ever been refused a visa or permit, denied entry or ordered to leave Canada or any other country?" Since a period was not specified by IRCC, this means "throughout Mr X's life", has he ever been refused a visa? Emphasis on the word - "ever".

joo2018:
I don't know about the online versions, but there are a lot of free online services you can use to compress your file.

Try searching compress pdf on google.

Topsmamen:


Whether it's downloaded from the online banking system or printed at the bank, you should still have it signed and stamped by the bank. This gives your bank statement more credibility. The required file size limit is 4MB, your 2MB is okay to upload. Goodluck!

olabellruk:
WES will accept Attestation letter. I used it.

goodlife4us:
I slept in Nigeria and woke up in Canada. It’s PPRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Decision to leave Nigeria- Since the day I discovered I was BORN in Nigeria
AOR 23RD October
MEP/BIL 21st November
RPRF 4th December (Paid same day)
IP2/Background check commenced on 15th March
PPR 19th March 3.41AM (dated 18th March)
For POF, I used my Stanbic Pension (25% of total amount), Gratuity and Mutual funds.
This forum has been very helpful and I thank everyone. Your sojourn shall end in praise.
Let the good life begin....................................................

Dannyko:
VERY LONG POST ALERT

IT’S COPR

Sing along with me:
Unto the Lord be the Glory great things He hath done /2ce
Great things He hath done, greater things He will do
Unto the Lord be the Glory great things He hath done
“The stone which the builders have rejected has become the headstone of the corner, this is the Lord’s doing and it is marvellous in our eyes” - (Matthew21:42)

TIMELINE:

IELTS: November 1st 2018(MOD IDP LAGOS) PA -5th Attempt LRWS-8.57.577.5
ITA: November 15th 2018 (CRS 455)
AOR: December 3rd 2018
MEDICAL PASSED/BIL: January 14th 2019
GHOST UPDATE: [/b]January 15th2019
BIOMETRICS DONE/COMPLETED: January 16th2019
[b]RAISED CSE : On February 20th To Know My Visa Office
GOT A REPLY: On February 21st 2019- Ottawa VO
PPR: 4:32AM February 26TH 2019, Dated February 25th (I couldn’t post the news here on that day as I was pretty busy and I didn’t have time to type the story− accept my apologies please.)
PASSPORT TRANSMISSION TO ACCRA: February 27th , 2019.
COPR/VISA : March 19th, 2019. (Few days to my birthday )
Family of 4
No ADR
NOC: 1228
TRAVEL HISTORY: Never travelled out of Nigeria

DECISION TO TRAVEL:

In August 2017, while at work I was working on my unit’s system when a colleague pleaded to quickly use the computer. I shifted my chair and by the time I would look on the screen, I saw that it was the Nairaland Express Entry Thread. Immediately, I teased her and asked if she was processing the Canada immigration, she replied in the affirmative. Without asking further, she voluntarily enlightened me on the benefits of the scheme. She gave me a summary of all I needed to proceed and also promised to send me IELTS materials which she did.
Few days later, she showed me her Passport Request Letter. When I saw that, I made up my mind to begin the process. I visited the thread (then Part 2) and I asked 1 or 2 questions, I was referred to the almighty page 1.I was able to gather adequate information to get started.
I told my hubby about the process but he showed no interest. He said the scheme was rigorous considering that he had attempted it before. I assured him that all would be well; at least there was no harm in trying. Thankfully, it has turned to us for a testimony (Luke 21:13)

ECA (WES)
My credential evaluation took 6 months (September 2017-March 2018), all thanks to NASU strike. I evaluated my highest qualification (Master’s Degree) only.

IELTS
1st : February 1st 2018 (BC) LRWS -7777
2nd : April 21st 2018 (BC) LRWS 86.56.57.5(Remark came back unchanged)
3rd : May 12th 2018 (MOD) LRWS 7.57.577(Only those who wrote IELTS exam on that day can relate)
4th : September 29th 2018(MOD) LRWS 7.5877
5th : November 1st 2018 (MOD) LRWS: 8.57.577.5

Hmmm! IELTS humbled me in mighty way (sighs) as seen from the above results. Considering that I studied English, I underrated the examination. I was running a professional programme concurrently hence; I devoted my attention to the programme. After the 3rd Attempt, I felt embarrassed with my recurrent ‘failures’, therefore; I decided to learn the exam tricks. For me, using the materials by the Test Provider (MOD) was the simple trick I needed to ace the examination. I subscribed to the 30-day Master’s IELTS course and I followed the principles taught to the letter. During my 4th attempt, I concentrated so much on Reading and I had 8 but had 7.5 in Listening. My hubby encouraged me to register immediately for another one which luckily became my final attempt. By that time, I focused only on Listening which became pretty easy for me few days before the examination. The knowledge of Reading was still fresh in my memory.

Listening: In all my attempts I didn’t underestimate the power of Cambridge IELTS Book 1-13;I did some online tests via ieltsonlinetests.com; I studied the MOD IELTS Masters course and I did the 3 tough practice tests at the end.

Reading: I solved few Academic Reading Tests; did several General Training Tests from Cambridge Books; and also on ieltsonlinetests.com; the MOD 30 Day Master’s course was highly helpful− the tricks I learnt enabled me finish my test within 35 minutes during my 4th attempt. Although my last Reading attempt was tougher.

Speaking: In all my attempts I watched YouTube videos (IELTS JAY,Oxford English and others) and also wrote down ideas based on the cue cards posted on IELTS Liz’ website and shared on different IELTS groups. In all my tries, my task 2 topics were extracted from the cue cards.

Writing:
Naturally, I write well ; however, the quest to score above 7 in my 4th attempt made me conduct an in depth research which got me totally confused. I wrote few letters and essays and forwarded to @glitteringstar2 for review. She proofread them and advised that I focused on other grey areas (Listening especially) as my writing was suitable to earn me the desired score.
I also scanned through MOD materials on Writing. One major trick I learnt was to edit my write-up simultaneously while writing. This really helped me as I had no time to read through my Task 2 during my 5th attempt yet I was confident that the errors would be minimal.
Lest I forget, while writing, I utilised very uncommon linkers and binders. In lieu of ‘firstly’, I used ‘first and foremost’, ‘to begin with’; instead of ‘finally’ I adopted ‘to conclude’ and so on. I used lots of parallel structures and I avoided clichés as much as possible, and I was very careful with my punctuations (all these I learnt in school) ( )

Advice: IELTS is not difficult but it is a trick test. It requires due diligence and care to study all that the test entails. For the first timers, do not rush to register, learn the examination strategies and tricks before enrolling− 75k (BC) or 68k (MOD) is no small money.

MEDICALS: I could not secure a closer date at Qlife; hence; we resorted to using IOM on November 30th. I got their email address from the thread; mailed them and got the date we preferred.
We got to IOM around 6am and we were the first family to be attended to. The Physician that attended to us was very courteous. He chatted with my hubby for about 30 minutes before we left the hospital.

PCC: After medicals, we headed straight to Alagbon for PCC. We intended using ASP Moshood but luckily we met someone whom we knew. He referred us to one Mr Ibrahim (who collected 7k (3.5k each for hubby and I).

POF: My hubby transferred the POF in bits into our joint savings account which we opened in 2015. We invested the funds in 4 Treasury Bills and we ensured that none would mature after our medical expiry date. One of our treasury bills mature in January and we rolled over immediately. I asked on the thread if there was need to inform CIC; @joo2018 responded promptly that there was no need to raise a CSE.

PLACE HOLDERS (PRINCIPAL APPLICANT)

Marriage Certificate: I uploaded my Marriage Certificate only

Passports/Travel Documents : My Nigerian International Passport

Upfront Medicals(2 pages): I uploaded the print out given to me at IOM

Police Character Certificate (PCC): I merged the PCC and the long forms(3 pages altogether)

Education (4 pages): The documents were merged as follow:
ECA,Master’s Degree Certificate, IELTS Test Report Form,1st Degree Certificate(I didn’t evaluate it but was advised to include it)

Legal Name Change Doc(2 pages): I merged my newspaper change of name publication and my marriage certificate.I didn’t swear any affidavit.

Proof of Means of Financial Support (6 pages) : My POF was arranged as follow:
1. Letter of Consent from my hubby
2. Bank Letter in CIC Format
3. The Four Treasury Bills Certificates according to the dates of investments

Digital Photo: I uploaded the required passport specification

Employment Records (11 Pages): The documents were merged in the following order:
1. Letter of Introduction
2. Confirmation of Appointment
3. Promotion Letter
4. Revised Emolument Page
5. Staff Identity Card
6. Six Months Payslips(June-November 2018)

Client Information Placeholder(12 pages): I merged the following documents :
1. General Letter of Explanation(LOE) 2: It contained every detail I needed to clarify in my application
2. My Schedule A(5 Pages- I had an extra sheet( )
3. Hubby’s Schedule A(4 pages)
4. USA Visa Refusal Letter (White Paper)

Concerns: There was a funny gender error on my reference letter , I complained to my HR but was told it was insignificant and would not render the letter invalid.
Also, my daughter's birth certificate had more names than necessary as against her International Passport hence I went back to NPC to get a new one. If I had researched properly, a simple LOE would have saved me that extra 3.5k the officials collected.
I specially want to appreciate all those who have directly or indirectly helped me in the course of the (COPR) journey. @Glitteringstar (You’re wonderful and I owe you a treat ); @Bimsebony ( ) and @Hykin - You are both amazing souls, this story is incomplete without mentioning you. These beautiful people are now my ‘family’. I owe them so much gratitude. @Hykin , I will celebrate your PPR soon.

To @Joo2018, @Elfmannisback now @Ontarioissauga, @McStan18 ,@Newmum0615,@Cochtrane, @MummyJaygirls (the first person I Pmed) , @Kontagious, @iamdatguy, @Happytbaby, @Hephgirl @Datechman, @RamJ @ebonyNaija, @DadR, @ifeoma77 , @Tojued …. I appreciate you all.
To everyone I couldn’t mention their monikers, I apologise. I appreciate everyone on the thread. God bless you all.

Above all, the entire journey is expensive, yet achievable. Do not give up , you can achieve it.
NB: ALL ERRORS ARE MINE−THANK YOU

TO GOD BE THE GLORY, NOW AND FOREVER MORE AMEN

Julian1987:
Hello,

Pls, I am a bit confused and I need help. I applied for ICES ECA and I uploaded only my International Passport as PDF. I thought I would be able to go back and upload the others. I have paid for the application fee and the status is showing SUBMITTED. However, I noticed that I have another profile on my dashboard that is still showing Application Incomplete.

1. Is this the norm?
2. Can I still upload my certificate and transcripts on the other dashboard and it would have an effect on the submitted?
3. What can I do to get it to ICES?

Kindly respond as this is a bit urgent.

Thank you.

raphrulz:
Guysssss!!!!


[b]THE EAGLE HAS LANDED!!!!!


ISSA GOLDEN MAIL THINGS!!!


PS: Please, rate your Prof well oooooooo!!!

goodlife4us:
I slept in Nigeria and woke up in Canada. It’s PPRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Decision to leave Nigeria- Since the day I discovered I was BORN in Nigeria
AOR 23RD October
MEP/BIL 21st November
RPRF 4th December (Paid same day)
IP2/Background check commenced on 15th March
PPR 19th March 3.41AM (dated 18th March)
For POF, I used my Stanbic Pension (25% of total amount), Gratuity and Mutual funds.
This forum has been very helpful and I thank everyone. Your sojourn shall end in praise.
Let the good life begin....................................................

EtukBamz:
Just get the info of any notary public in the state you live in and get a notarized letter with his/her seal. I did the letter for 4k in Ibadan.

Canadahome:

Did you get positive ECA with this? Again, what age did Wes out on your report? Lastly, did you get any mail from CIC post ITA application? I am the same situation.

bellville:
Congrats to all those who have clinched ITA, PPR and crossed one hurdle or the other.

I just started following this thread mid-January, when I made the decision to leave this country.

I have crossed the ielts hurdle. MOD LSWR- 8.5,8,7.5,9
I want to start the ECA process. I have LL.B from a Nigerian university and 'LL.M from a South African university.

1. Which evaluating body would be best in terms of cost and time? Time is of the essence here as my next birthday is in September and this may affect crs score.
2. What steps do I need to take, from my end, to start the evaluation process?

My husband has Bsc (computer science) and Hnd elect/elect both are from Nigerian schools. Which evaluating body would be best for him? Also, i can see people talking about WAEC verification.

I would be the PA. Elders in the house, I need your guidance.

CHARMINGIJE:
hello,
i just joined this thread....
IQAS has just mailed my eca and i plan to write ielts by April ending. i have just a Bsc. i used the crs calculator and i had 427 as my score, i dont mind receiving invitations thru pnp but i plan to register for masters with open university as it would boost my score.
pls i need advice on the step to take as doing a master's programme might take a long time.
Please help!

bellville:
Congrats to all those who have clinched ITA, PPR and crossed one hurdle or the other.

I just started following this thread mid-January, when I made the decision to leave this country.

I have crossed the ielts hurdle. MOD LSWR- 8.5,8,7.5,9
I want to start the ECA process. I have LL.B from a Nigerian university and 'LL.M from a South African university.

1. Which evaluating body would be best in terms of cost and time? Time is of the essence here as my next birthday is in September and this may affect crs score.

Wes should be your best bet now. No WAEC processing as it is a foreign degree. Hopefully your UNI in SA should have a good transcript processing system, so sending and verification won't be a problem

2. What steps do I need to take, from my end, to start the evaluation process? You'll need to create a profile with WES, I think they give you a profile number after payment which you'll attach to your transcript processing form you'll be sending to your Uni

My husband has Bsc (computer science) and Hnd elect/elect both are from Nigerian schools. Which evaluating body would be best for him? Also, i can see people talking about WAEC verification. have you checked CRS scores without him evaluating his degrees? Or evaluating just his bsc since you're pressed for time. if you can avoid having to do an evaluation for his degrees, it'll definitely be easier. I can't remember if WES does the two or more degrees evaluation, but I think IQAS does. But they take their time

I would be the PA. Elders in the house, I need your guidance.

Adunnee:
God has done it for me.

IELTS is done and dusted after four attempts

L9, R8, W7, S7.5

When I saw the result, I started stooling.

How do you people cope when you receive the golden mail?

Jennypharb1:


Congratulations dear, thank God jare.

Stencil:
@Topsmamen. These are the Statutory questions. Thoughts?

ans123:
Hello house.......please for Unilag MBA is it true you can only apply for your transcript ONE month after convocation?

Stencil:


I'm not trying to scare anyone with this but the statutory questions worried me after I read a rejection case.
The person in question answered "no" to the best of his knowledge but his application got denied. He later found out that when he was a child his parents applied for a visa with him as a dependent.

His parents were rejected so the rejection applied to him as well. His parents did not initially remember this as it was so long ago. Some advised he hire an immigration lawyer. Hopefully it worked out for him.

This made me call my parents to interrogate them. lol. It was intense."Daddy where were you in 1993 at 2pm"

Hobyno:

Check requirements for southAfrican school evaluation with Wes which I think is faster and would give you maximum point simulate your CRS scores with him doing ielts 6,6,6,6 if the points is high he may leave out his evaluation if not he may just evaluate his Bsc using ICES bearing in mind it might take up to 12weeks he can also use WES if his school can verify his cert fast enof mind u he will require WAEC for WES evaluation