Good day everyone.

I am currently putting together my SOP and supporting documents. My mom and dad has separate lands which were acquired over 13 years ago. I have the C of Os with me, but they don’t show anything related to the value of the properties, which I believe should be over 70m as of today.

I want to use the properties as part of my home ties. Is there a way I can show the value of these properties so as to convince the VO of how important the properties are?

Do property evaluation. I did it. it will however cost about 10% of the cost of the property but you can negotiate. The valuer should be registered. The company that did mine may charge you less because the guy is just coming up (starter) though registered. All the best.

maestro09:
Good day everyone.

I am currently putting together my SOP and supporting documents. My mom and dad have separate lands which were acquired over 13 years ago. I have the C of Os with me, but they don’t show anything related to the value of the properties, which I believe should be over 70m as of today.

I want to use the properties as part of my home ties. Is there a way I can show the value of these properties so as to convince the VO of how important the properties are?

milkytins:
My people, I need your guide again. My previous application for study permit (M.Sc.) was denied due to my career progression (cos i already have M.Sc and PhD). I added my wife and daughter to the application but their own applications are still in progress since July 22, 2020. We are yet to do our biometrics.
To God be the glory, I received a full time offer letter for Post-doctoral fellow from University of Northern British Columbia and I have been given an employee number.
Now I want to apply for work permit.
Can I link the existing applications for my wife and daughter with my own new application? Or should I cancel their applications and reapply for all of us?
Can we still use the previous biometric request letters (date on it was July 22, 2020), and add it to previous application (note that my own has been denied and no decision on their own yet)? Or should we pay for new biometric?
Please any info on this will be appreciated.
Thank you.

I don't think your family application will be approved since yours (the principal applicant has been delayed). I will advise you cancel their application then reapply with your new job offer

MadeMan01:


To the best of my knowledge, BIL issued in July were valid for 90 days due to closure of VAC for COVID lockdown. It expired in October. Was it extended for you? If not, You have to apply afresh

It was extended to more than 90 days because of the pandemic & all the VFS closed. IRRCC released a statement on that.
Hé should go perform the biometrics.

maestro09:
Good day everyone.

I am currently putting together my SOP and supporting documents. My mom and dad has separate lands which were acquired over 13 years ago. I have the C of Os with me, but they don’t show anything related to the value of the properties, which I believe should be over 70m as of today.

I want to use the properties as part of my home ties. Is there a way I can show the value of these properties so as to convince the VO of how important the properties are?

Apart from the C of O of the Landed properties you have, if you have the following, u can make also use it

- Survey Plan
- Deed of assignment
- Land Receipts & Stamp Duties
- Land Memorandum of Sales
- Affidavit of Sales

The bolded documents would show the value & cost of the Landed Properties

I feel you can convince a VO in your SOP, how the Land is your inheritance, cos in the Nigerian Culture, Male Children inherits Landed Properties

Our Gurus & Members in the forum can shed more light on this.

lentomac:
Good evening guys,

1) On what possible grounds/reasons (probably general) can an Applicant travel to Canada much more earlier than Resumption date in which the Canada border officials would agree with why he is coming to Canada 3 months before his resumption date.

For instance

Program is meant for SEPTEMBER 2021, but the student want to travel in June (Mid to Late June) 2021

How can thus be addressed?

2) Are there Airline Operators that are kind of cheap?

Thanks

@Chocs
@Frankrobbn1
@mcobex

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Ose2021:
Please can pension account be used as proof of funds?

No, it cant be used as proof of funds but it can be used as stong home ties and assets which would be one good reason to compel you to come back home. it will show you still have a job back home. If you can convince the VO that you are coming back to your job after your studies, the pension would be a good point.

deommanuel:
Hello Everyone.

I had my Biometrics done on Tuesday, December 22 and received NSE request this morning, December 24. (I was literally shaking when I saw the donotreply email , plus I saw request letter on the portal and all my mind was medical request )

To continue with my question, I've Noticed some persons receive the NSE request later than some others. This leads to the questions I have..

1) Is there any chance IRCC looks at the applications before sending out NSE requests? The quickest NSE request I've seen here is 1 week if I'm not wrong.

2) If the answer to question 1 is YES, can any deductions be made from this quick response?

I look forward to your responses.

IT WILL END IN PRAISE

Yes, they always review applications before sending NSE request and even their request letter always have that starting remark " This is in reference to your application for a study permit. In reviewing your application, it was noted that you may be eligible for Nigeria Student Express. To get faster processing.................."

In response to your second question,unfortunately, no one can make any dedcutions and since we are not privy to their internal workings so it is just best to do your best in your applications, respond to their request as best as you can and leave the rest to God to handle.

It will end in praises

Hello guys, please for those that applied to centennial college for winter admission, classes begins January 14th Nd last day to register is on the 25th but it was also stated the last day to start quarantine is on the 2nd of January Nd I’m still yet to get my approval, do you think I should defer at this point or I should still wait to the last week before registration ends?

Happy holidays everyone!

Please help answer my inquiry.

My program costs $44,500 CAD for 2 years (MSc.) and I’m self sponsoring.

While showing proof of funds, can I submit my bank statement with a balance of tuition fees for 1 year ($24,000) and living expenses for 1 year ($10,000) or must I have the balance of living expenses for 2 years ($20,000) plus total tuition for 2 years ($45,000)?

olasubomy:


Yes, they always review applications before sending NSE request and even their request letter always have that starting remark " This is in reference to your application for a study permit. In reviewing your application, it was noted that you may be eligible for Nigeria Student Express. To get faster processing.................."

In response to your second question,unfortunately, no one can make any dedcutions and since we are not privy to their internal workings so it is just best to do your best in your applications, respond to their request as best as you can and leave the rest to God to handle.

It will end in praises

Thank you so much for your response.

It will end in Praises

Good afternoon @frankrobbn1.

Kindly check your email, I (k.chi.....@gmail.com) sent you an email.

Thanks in anticipation.

Philadelphia:
Happy holidays everyone!

Please help answer my inquiry.

My program costs $44,500 CAD for 2 years (MSc.) and I’m self sponsoring.

While showing proof of funds, can I submit my bank statement with a balance of tuition fees for 1 year ($24,000) and living expenses for 1 year ($10,000) or must I have the balance of living expenses for 2 years ($20,000) plus total tuition for 2 years ($45,000)?

Someone always tells me this.. "If you can show more money (that's if it's available), please do."

If you have upto 45kCAD, you can show that. They however require you to show 1 years tuition+living expenses.

Another remedy would be to convince the VO that you'll be able to pay your tuition and survive for the two years since you're self sponsoring. So showing a business that can generate income while you're in Canada, or something of that nature would help to address that.

Goodluck!!

IT WILL END IN PRAISES

lentomac:



@Chocs
@Frankrobbn1
@mcobex

I go appreciate una response to this my question

Thanks

3 months to the start of your program is not bad, you can simply tell them you want to know the city very well before your program starts, as you won't have that much time during studies. But you know going 3 months earlier means more money to he spent, so make sure you have enough cash to cover all that

ConradAce1:


It was extended to more than 90 days because of the pandemic & all the VFS closed. IRRCC released a statement on that.
Hé should go perform the biometrics.

Ok. Thanks for the info. I defer to you.
I wasn't aware. My initial application was on July 21and I got a BIL valid for 90 days. He can proceed with biometric if his BIL is still valid

Philadelphia:
Happy holidays everyone!

Please help answer my inquiry.

My program costs $44,500 CAD for 2 years (MSc.) and I’m self sponsoring.

While showing proof of funds, can I submit my bank statement with a balance of tuition fees for 1 year ($24,000) and living expenses for 1 year ($10,000) or must I have the balance of living expenses for 2 years ($20,000) plus total tuition for 2 years ($45,000)?

Since you are sponsoring yourself you need to show funds to cover the entire program, because you can't tell them you intend to work while in Canada to cover the subsequent fees.
If you can get a co-sponsor it will help.

deommanuel:


Someone always tells me this.. "If you can show more money (that's if it's available), please do."

If you have upto 45kCAD, you can show that. They however require you to show 1 years tuition+living expenses.

Another remedy would be to convince the VO that you'll be able to pay your tuition and survive for the two years since you're self sponsoring. So showing a business that can generate income while you're in Canada, or something of that nature would help to address that.

Goodluck!!

IT WILL END IN PRAISES

Thanks very much.
I currently have a savings of 15m naira and I will be paid part of my monthly salary (100k) during my studies and will have the balance when I return. Can this suffice?

mcobex:
Since you are sponsoring yourself you need to show funds to cover the entire program, because you can't tell them you intend to work while in Canada to cover the subsequent fees.
If you can get a co-sponsor it will help.

I can’t get a sponsor now.

What if I get a scholarship for my program (say 50% of the tuition), can this fly?

Philadelphia:


Thanks very much.
I currently have a savings of 15m naira and I will be paid part of my monthly salary (100k) during my studies and will I’ve the balance when I return. Can this suffice?

You have to do the math. Do you think the salary paid by your company while you are studying will cover for the second year of your program? If yes, then show proof of that and you are good to go.
N.B: The proof will be letter from your company saying you are on study leave with pay and you intend to come back after studies to continue with them

Philadelphia:


I can’t get a sponsor now.

What if I get a scholarship for my program (say 50% of the tuition), can this fly?

If you get funding to cover 50% of your fees then you have to show the other 50% from your side, if you can do that then you are good to go

mcobex:
You have to do the math. Do you think the salary paid by your company while you are studying will cover for the second year of your program? If yes, then show proof of that and you are good to go.
N.B: The proof will be letter from your company saying you are on study leave with pay and you intend to come back after studies to continue with them

At the bolded, the company has agreed to pay the tuition for the second year. I spoke with the director and requested for the company’s account statement but he refused. He however said he can only issue me a letter to buttress that they’re going to pay my tuition for the second year.
This letter he said he will address to the embassy after I sign a bond an have it notarized that I’d work for the company for a minimum of 5 years after my studies when I return in order for them to recoup the investment.

I tire for the matter

mcobex:
If you get funding to cover 50% of your fees then you have to show the other 50% from your side, if you can do that then you are good to go

Okay, thanks so much

Philadelphia:


Thanks very much.
I currently have a savings of 15m naira and I will be paid part of my monthly salary (100k) during my studies and will have the balance when I return. Can this suffice?

100k x 12 = 1.2M (approx 3800CAD)

When I converted the 15M it was around 48k CAD (could be less or more cause of exchange).
The POF is okay, considering flight and some extra costs will be covered too.

If you sign the agreement with your employer, it's a really beautiful home tie. But I think his refusal to show his bank statement will be a problem. The VO needs to know he can actually pay for the second year's tuition.

I'm sure the gurus in the house can shed more light.

IT WILL END IN PRAISES

Philadelphia:


At the bolded, the company has agreed to pay the tuition for the second year. I spoke with the director and requested for the company’s account statement but he refused. He however said he can only issue me a letter to buttress that they’re going to pay my tuition for the second year.
This letter he said he will address to the embassy after I sign a bond an have it notarized that I’d work for the company for a minimum of 5 years after my studies when I return in order for them to recoup the investment.

I tire for the matter

If you must sign the bond, let them pay your first year tuition then, them saying they will pay second year without showing any commitment might not fly(not like the company has any past relationship with the Canadian government).

deommanuel:


100k x 12 = 1.2M (approx 3800CAD)

When I converted the 15M it was around 48k CAD (could be less or more cause of exchange).
The POF is okay, considering flight and some extra costs will be covered too.

If you sign the agreement with your employer, it's a really beautiful home tie. But I think his refusal to show his bank statement will be a problem. The VO needs to know he can actually pay for the second year's tuition.

I'm sure the gurus in the house can shed more light.

IT WILL END IN PRAISES

An employer that can't show his SOA but promises to pay tuition fee for second year won't fly at all. I will advise they pay first year tuition (since the applicant will sign a bond that he will work for them for 5 years after graduation).

Hello lentomac


2) Try Ethiopian airline. Compare the price on their website to wakanow price

1) I can’t think of a good reason for resuming 3 months before the start date, sorry. 1 month is fine, without need to give reasons. Maybe others can help with this question.

Best wishes

lentomac:



@Chocs
@Frankrobbn1
@mcobex

I go appreciate una response to this my question

Thanks

MadeMan01:


Ok. Thanks for the info. I defer to you.
I wasn't aware. My initial application was on July 21and I got a BIL valid for 90 days. He can proceed with biometric if his BIL is still valid

Yes you can. Book an appointment soonest and go on the programmed date With the outlined materials for your biometrics.
Be snappy please.

Dovelove543:
So Guys I didn't know a new thread has been created because I've been on transit and currently in quarantine. Although I thought it's not so necessary as some colleague here have shared their experience but I believe this could still be a guide for some of you.
My Destination was Hamilton (McMaster University)
Airline: Ethiopian Airlines
Departure: 18th of Dec. 2020
Arrival: 19th of Dec. 2020

I was living in Chevron Lekki, so I left by 6 am to avoid traffic. I used Taxify. We got to the Airport (MMIA) by 7:12 am and waited for check-in to begin by 8 am.

When check-in started at MMIA, The immigration was checking traveling bags and even those with foodstuff were giving them tips. It got to my turn they ask me to go. I didn't go with any foodstuff and they didn't check me.

At Ethiopian Airlines I was asked to present my Enrolment letter and Passport and thereafter asked to wait until it is verified, after about 20-30 minutes I was cleared and given a boarding pass (2 boarding pass-1 from Lagos to Ethiopian, 2 from Ethiopia to Dublin to refill and then en route to Toronto), a yellow paper for a declaration (this will be collected by Immigration along the line, please ask a question from official if you don't know what to do, My bags were check-in except for the one with a laptop and my documents (please fill your final destination well). Nigerian immigration was busy asking for tips...I no give them shi....but I was friendly to them sha.............. We waited until 11 am when boarding started. Please lest I forget you will pass through 8 checkings or more before you reach the boarding area so carry a little bag, maybe your laptop bag and documents. some carried big bags, anyway the choice is yours. The plane let by few minutes to 2 pm.

We got to Ethiopia by 9 pm. The flight was 5 hours and 20 mins but the arrival time is because of the time difference. We drove from the plane to the Airport Terminal and went through a long walk inside the Airport (all man for himself). Please ask questions make you no go follow those going to Dubia or Mozambique. At the boarding zone in Etiopia, we boarded just about 30 mins and flew for another 6 hours to Dublin, refilled for about 1 hour, and flew for about 6 hours to Toronto. Inside the flight, before you reach Toronto Airport, you will be given some forms to fill, please fill it inside the plane. (Abeg carry a pen with you make you no go dey beg biro).

At Toronto Airport, it was a long lonely walk because we were release in batches because of COVID-19 so you may see yourself walking alone. Please follow the signs. Fill your ArriveCAN on your phone and show your phone to them. I snapped it and show the snapped receipt (containing letters) to them. You will also be asked along the way to submit the documents you filled on the plane to immigration. At POE, the Canadian immigration that attended to me asked me for Acceptance Letter (AL) and Prove of tuition payment....I gave her my AL and my Enrolment Letter. She told me congratulation because I had a scholarship and TA (Teaching Assistantship) and encourage me to apply for PR. I collected my study permit, passport, social Insurance form, and when to pick my check-in baggage. Thereafter, the Airways Transit taxi I booked from Nigeria was waiting for me outside. The retired Canadian Taxi man that drove me was nice and we talked until I got to my quarantine residence. Since then I have been receiving free meals 3 times daily until next year with free WiFi (14 days).

I had a zoom discussion with my supervisor yesterday and by the new year, work starts. I encourage every one of you to never give up, even if not for anything but for your children. Nigeria is dying. We will try to be here whenever we can to assist, all the best all.

Lest I forget, Hamilton went into lockdown on the 21 Dec. and Toronto will be going into lockdown on the 26th of Dec. but I don't know if this affects international flight. I'm not sure I remembered everything but if you ask me I go answer.

Thanks for the long message. These are my luggages. The biggest one is 31kg. I know I am going to pay about 60 USD for that.

evergold:


Thanks for the long message. These are my luggages. The biggest one is 31kg. I know I am going to pay about 60 USD for that.

What of the other bags? I means their weight

Philadelphia:


At the bolded, the company has agreed to pay the tuition for the second year. I spoke with the director and requested for the company’s account statement but he refused. He however said he can only issue me a letter to buttress that they’re going to pay my tuition for the second year.
This letter he said he will address to the embassy after I sign a bond an have it notarized that I’d work for the company for a minimum of 5 years after my studies when I return in order for them to recoup the investment.

I tire for the matter

This your thing is getting deeper. That company would need to release their BS serving as exhibit A showing their account history stipulating they are financially formidable to finance your overseas studies and NOT just a letter.
Please don’t rush with this.

mcobex:
What of the other bags? I means their weight

One is 22kg the other is about 8kg

evergold:


One is 22kg the other is about 8kg

Try to add 1kg to the 22kg bag. Also check the airline site to see how much to have to pay for extra luggage (just to be sure how much you will pay)