Wow that was a fast turnaround. Congrats. Also, there are a lot of uOttawa MEng people on this thread starting in the Winter semester. Nice one.

Pls share a list of the documents you submitted.

orhfor1:
Thanks to everyone!

Application - sept 15th(paper route)
Medicals request - sept 29th
Medicals done- October 1st
Approval mail- October 27th

MEng Env. Eng. u of ottawa

Ok, does he have a BSc already? If so, when did he graduate? Also. What job is he currently doing? Did he submit an SOP?

WESTERNCR:


He's actually going for x3yrs diploma in business admin marketing at Seneca college. Yes he has excellent job without any space in his edu n occupation.

To anyone who sent me their SOP in the past week to review/edit, I apologize for not having gotten it reviewed. I've been expending all my mental energy at work and have not had enough mental energy and focus outside work to carefully review your essay.

Please send me a reminder email and I will plan to respond as soon as possible. Thx.

Part payment is indeed not necessary. However I briefly skimmed through your posting history and it shows your previous app was denied for insufficient funds. In this case, it would likely help your subsequent application if you pay at least a portion of your tuition; but this is not mandatory so long as all your financial documents are on point and show sufficient funds.

Also, it appears that in your previous application one of the bank statements you submitted had a negative balance, please don't do this again in your subsequent application... that was a really bad move.

All the best on your next app.

Grateful2015:
Hello nairalanders
Is it necessary for me to pay part tuition before submitting my app?

That's a bummer. Sorry to hear.

Yeah Canada and USA automatically share visa applicant information (it has been repeatedly discussed on the thread) so not disclosing a refusal from the other embassy can result in a swift refusal.

As per the additional reasons, was this your cousin's first Canada study TRV application? Either way, share his/her profile, i.e. UG or PG, course & program he/she is going for in Canada, what he/she has been doing in Naija since his/her last education qualification/degree. Also, did he/she submit an SOP?

The next best thing is to evaluate why this application failed and then reapply at a future date after having fixed all the loop holes.

WESTERNCR:
Cousins app was delayed after medical passed cos he had previous refusals at US embassy and he failed to indicate it on his im1294 while other reasons were added like travel history, length of stay, purpose of visit, personal asset n financial status. Pls what could be done at this point?

You are welcome. Good points. I would still suggest applying for MSc or MBA if you can though. Have you considered uOttawa? They are a fully bilingual university and you could apply for a program there in French as well -- most of their programs are taught in both English and French. Look up their MSc in Management or their MBA. You could pick the French-taught option, in which case uOttawa would significantly reduce your tuition such that you pay the same amount as Canadian students. Also, uOttawa is located only about a ten-minute drive from the Quebec border so you would have access to a whole lot of francophone as well as anglophone job opportunities.

chigoziri7:
Thank you Khalesi and thesoj, Just like you said, i will need to strongly convince the VO in my SOP. As for travel history mentioned by thesoj, i have visited 2 european countries ( 2wice each) and 1 asian country (once) plus 4 African countries (if that counts). As for funds, not an issue, I have saved quite some amount ( remember am applying for 2016 fall or 2017 winter) so my funds will be very high by then and i am sponsoring myself. I will go on study leave, i am paid in USD over 7500 net per month and i will continue to get paid for 4months while i am on study leave. my hubby will not join immediately so my ties backhome will be justified. I have worked in Banks for 8years now. Above all the special Grace of God will follow me as usual anyday i am ready to apply for a TVR . I can see Conestoga college has anointing and i will tap into. Thank you once again for your advice.

True talk. I completely agree that PGD after masters or even Diploma/Advanced Diploma after BSc can fetch one a TRV. But I think there is an extraordinarily high burden of proof on the applicant to convince the VO to grant the TRV otherwise "Purpose of Visit" will be a quick reason for denial. This is why as a rule of thumb I would mostly advise against it unless the applicant can write a very very convincing SOP to make the case for it.

Also, an applicant like @MiniMicro03 is relatively young, and is not a risky applicant whatsoever because he/she had visited ten countries in the past. Additionally, @MiniMicro03 is a self-sponsor with over $70,000 (at the age of 25)! All this would likely allay any concerns that the applicant might be an intending immigrant who is desperately trying to run away from Naija.

Most applicants on this thread trying to go for PGD after masters or Diploma/Advanced Diploma after BSc are complex applicants with little to no travel history or relatively lower savings (<$20,000 in most cases) or a patchy employment history. Furthermore, many such applicants don't sufficiently explain in their SOP why they are not going for a higher degree. Thus getting a TRV for a lower degree has been a tall task for most applicants here.

Having said that, I congratulate @MiniMicro03 for his/her TRV. Your successful application once again confirms that VOs view each applicant independently and there isn't a hard and fast formula (in the strict sense) to getting a TRV. I applaud your efforts at putting together an excellent application. Congrats again man/ma'am. Also, thanks for sharing your story.

This is also a cautionary tale for those who want quick and fast advice on how to package their TRV application... as @miniMicro03 said, patiently read the thread and customize your application to your own situation.

Khalesi:
@Chigoziri, here's your cue. PGD after masters. Just justify it in your SOP.

You are a student in the United States, therefore you have nonstop access to superfast internet which you should use to browse the CIC website to straightforwardly answer the questions you asked.

Most people on this thread live in Nigeria, and the visa requirements and processing logistics would be somewhat different from what you need. I would recommend that you make acquaintance with Google.

kennyrony:
Hello House,
Please am new here, am currently studying in the united state, but will like to visit a family friend in Canada for the Christmas break and I do not know how to go about the visa application and processing. I will be very glad if you guys can put me through and also answer the following questions:
1. What are the document needed for application (Note: an from Nigeria but studying in the united state)
2. When is the appropriate time to state the processing since I intend traveling by December during Christmas break.
3. Do I need to do any form of medical?
Thanks…

Bros, I mentioned the largest issue you need to fix already. Reread the post you responded to.

olageeee:
@the soj yes it is...how do I start fixing this issues?I already mailed you...thanks aous

Your SOP is your story. If you can't describe why you want to study Human Resource Management, then that means that you either have not thought deeply enough about it or this is not the right course for you. You need to take your time to figure out exactly why you want to study this course. Also, you need to not be in such a hurry... there are certain things in life that require your best efforts; this is one of them. Additionally, there is an infinity of websites that describe what should be addressed in an SOP. Here is one such website: http://grad.berkeley.edu/admissions/apply/statement-purpose/

We are in the age of information, use it to your advantage.

mrpeniel:
Please nairalanders I'm still waiting for somebody to help me out on how to write SOP for Human resource management. Or you direct me on how to write it. I'm new here and doesn't know how to do it. Thanks.

I notice that your admission was for a Computer Systems Technician – Networking Diploma program.

Unfortunately, a Diploma is wayyy lower than the BSc you already have therefore most VOs would tick a "Purpose of Visit" denial reason nine out of ten times. I see that you applied for the Fast Track option of the course, but this doesn't change much. A Diploma is lower than an Advanced Diploma which is lower than a BSc. This would infer to the VO that your primary intent is to immigrate to Canada and possibly not to even study when you get there (at least this is what most "Purpose of Visit" GCMS notes state).

Your agent really messed up by not advising you on the proper program level to apply to.

olageeee:
Finally yesterday I got a refusal mail,note I applied July 24th ooo...I will state reasons so gurus can help me tackle the issue...I will be requesting for my case file soonest..

Note*The yeye agent didn't include SOP in my application, now bro his in canny he will take up things from there but I need help guyz...make I rush bath enta road to work,I will state reasons before noon so u guys can help advice and n wat best to do...we want to refire soonest.... I will answer all questions una ask me abeg ooo....#oluwa is involved

Brilliant comment!

Khalesi:
...Note to TRV hopefuls, if something is worth doing then it's worth your time and dedication. When you're advised to go through the previous pages of this thread, it's not like one wants to punish and make others suffer. If you're a prospective student, then searching and researching for information should be a part of you. No one wants to throw money away paying application and biometric fees only to be rejected or delayed because of a shoddy application. If time is not on your side, then let it go, target next admission session and put forward a quality and credible application before fasting and praying.

You can reupload the letter if you haven't paid for and submitted the application yet. Just upload again and it will overwrite the old version. Edited: since you submitted, then you can't change it.

Zionplace:
VERY URGENT: I already submitted my application, did bio and medical. I am at the moment with my sponsor who needs to confirm if I can edit/reuppload the sponsor letter in order to exchange it for the one that was initially uploaded. WHAT WILL I NEED TO DO HOUSE?

@afolaseg @omooba2015
While they are infinitely better than Naija policiticians, you guys should read more about Canada or USA or UK politics and you will find out that even the most well-meaning politicians can't implement most of their promised policies because they have to deal with the opposition. But yeah, I agree that immigration policies will likely get better under Justin Trudeau... just don't bet your money on the notion that most things on that list would be implemented. The fact that his party won doesn't mean that they can now be autocratic over all the other parties that lost. It is a democracy where power is shared, and rightfully so.

And NO, they cannot be successfully sued if they don't fulfill their campaign promises. A campaign promise is not a legal contract nor is it legally binding.

We can only hope that Trudeau's party has the will and political savvy to implement as many of their promised immigration policies as possible. Cheers.

I wouldn't be so quick to be overly optimistic though.
Politicians talk a big game all the time... they mostly and firstly care about votes and power. I'm guessing they'll only implement one-third of the items on that list. But even if they planned to implement the whole list, the opposition parties are looking forward to being a big thorn in their side. Politics in some western countries is also very obstructionist.

toluine56:
Good news!

Read the thread. Between your previous post and this post, scenarios like yours were discussed a few times. Look over the last 5-7 pages for "case specific enquiry". Don't expect to be spoon-fed when the information has already been provided recently and repeatedly. Sigh. Help yourself.

abeiorlar:
how can i call or msg the embassy cos my application is over 11weeks... pls help me

Well, your best guess is as good as mine. Is there anything you do in your spare time? Like volunteering at church (e.g. if you are church worker)? Or taking computer courses? Or... I hope you are not being completely and absolutely idle. CIC doesn't like idle people, and in Naija it isn't good to be idle anyways.

Ljayy:
my program is process quality engineering conestoga college, I studied chemical engineering, do you have any suggestion on what I can put for my current employment status.

Questions similar to yours have been answered two or three times over the last three pages. Yes, it is very normal. Also, having done medicals is not anymore a guarantee that your application has been approved. Just calm down, be optimistic, and go about your regular life.

theoneGodloves:
Hello pple!!!!
Am so worried...I applied 1st of sept 15(paper route), medical call: 21st sept, medical done :22nd sept. I made a cal thru to d hospital(children's practice in ikoyi) n was tld my med ws forwarded 29th. Uptil now, ve nt hrd from d embassy!
Does it tk ds long to get an approval mail!!! My hrt skips evry second...

@team12, @emmamsc @thesoj @khalesi pls is ds normal.Please respond. Tnx

The VO probably just wanted to add spice to your denial letter. Their job is a boring one.

Btw, you didn't answer the question about your program's tuition and length.

Ljayy:
yes personal assest and finacial status, why was I denied with that, I was still serving then

How much is your program's annual tuition? How long is your program?

You were denied for insufficient funds either because there wasn't sufficient money available in your sponsor's account or/and the VO had issues with the credibility of your sponsor's source of funds & plans to sponsor you.

Also, do you mean you were also delayed for "Personal Assets & Financial Status" as opposed to "Personal Statement of Account"?

Ljayy:
Hello house I got denied because of my personal statement of account, insufficient funds, I used my sister's husband as my main sponsor then. He had. A fixed account of 16million and asalary account of 5million, right now I am. Applying again with my. Sister. Ass the. Main ssponsor and. Her husband as the co sponsor, please I need your help here?

Someone in a similar situation recently asked this same question. Read the last three pages, and see the post above.

yungemmy:
Hi Am new here, submitted my study permit application online since july 27 , got a mail in sept ,when i check my cic, no new message, and uptil now nothing has been heard..am scared...Is it normal

Summer semester is an optional semester in most schools/programs and is usually when most students take an academic break. Some use the opportunity to get an internship, some use it to get a side job, some use it to spend all their time on research (for mostly PhD and research masters students), some take courses, etc. CIC considers summer to be a scheduled break (unless you commenced your program in the summer session) for international students, during which you can work full-time if you choose to.

Having said that, if you want to finish your program really quickly, then taking a full course load during summer is a great idea.

About reducing tuition costs... this part is a bit tricky. Taking courses during summer won't reduce your tuition given that schools either charge per course (per credit hour/unit) or per semester. If your school charges a flat tuition fee per semester, then you conceivably could take as many courses as possible in every given semester (i.e. in Fall and Winter); the caveat is you might be too overloaded to do well in any of the classes. In summary, taking courses during summer won't reduce your tuition because you will still have to pay for every course you take that term. @montrealer any additions?

To your last question, if you take 9 credits/semester for two semesters and 12 credits in the third semester, then yes you could finish your program in one year (Winter-Summer-Fall). Keep in mind though that graduate courses, depending on the program, can be intense with lots of reading and assignments. Four courses (i.e. 12 credits) might be a lot for one semester, but it is definitely very doable. Btw, 9 credits per semester (three courses) is considered a normal load for a graduate student.

Khalesi:
Speaking of sessions, I need more advise.

From the little I know about Canadian academic structure,
Winter - January to April
Spring/Summer- May to August
Fall- September to December

I have registered for Winter session and plan to take courses for Summer and Fall. So when is my break supposed to be? And if you say summer semester is optional, what will someone be doing for the entire period of four months May-August?
My program requiresI take minimum 30credit load for completion, can I handle that in a year instead of 2yrs? Can taking more credit load within the shortest possible time reduce my tuition in any way (say, I'm capable to bear the load and still perform well)?

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Odinwa:
Hello house,
I want to apply for graduate diploma program in concordia university, quebec. Please have anyone applied to this school before or been accepted or rejected by the school? I want to know if it's a good school cos I don't wanna waste my money in the application.
Thanks

Two semesters. Summer is an optional semester.

idolda:
Hello, please is an academic year in Canada 3 semesters or 2?

Given that you submitted on Aug 5th, there was little chance that you would have gotten your TRV before your Sept 8th resumption date. Average processing time is 8 weeks, though your application has been in processing for ten and half weeks now. Because your application processing has exceeded the average processing time, you can do a case specific enquiry. Anyways, there's nothing supremely abnormal about the slow processing of your application.

dozlion:
Good day Travel Canada. Pls, I really need your candid commentary on my issue. I was offered funding from my department in Uni of Toronto Canada for my gradute program and I made my application on the 5th of August 2015. I did upfront medicals the next day. Afterwards I got confirmatory messages from CIC that my application had been received on the 6th of August. However since then, I only had my CIC account updated once by the Canadian embassy. I wrote to them telling them my school had resumed since sept 8th and also referred them to the letter my supervisor had written to them on my behalf (I've been writing to the accra office). The response I got last week was that my application was on the queue for processing. I am surprised cos its past processing time and some of my friends who made paper applications have their visa already. I was also told to send a scanned copy of my upfront medicals to them. That was earlier today. Pls n pls what could be the problem cos I am so worried??

@fatanu, please dismiss @freeR1's reckless advice. Canada and the USA indeed share applicant information. This sharing is automated and includes "biographic and biometric" information; the biographic info may or may not include marital status information but I would advise you to assume that it does. This topic has been discussed on this thread over and over and over again, with proof. Yet, @freeR1 for some reason is consistently promulgating a false and dangerous position, even after @ayooluwatoni corrected him/her. @fatanu, you will be responsible for the outcome of whatever you decide. In any case, you need to be as honest as you can in visa applications. Most VOs are human beings, and you can appeal to their sense of rationality and emotion in order to help them understand your situation particularly if you are a complex applicant. Additionally, if you don't qualify for a Canada or US visa, there are other amazing countries in the world too. Don't treat it as a do or die proposition that may lead you to being banned from many countries.

There was an applicant in the earlier threads who was rejected for a Canada TRV because he/she didn't disclose a prior US visa denial in his/her application. CIC found out because they have access to this info from the US State Department. There was also another applicant on the USA visa thread that was denied a US visa because he/she did not disclose a prior UK visa denial, yet the US Embassy knew because they share information with a range of countries. FYI, information sharing between countries is not always made public. Also, always assume that all Five Eyes countries share as much information (about non-citizens) as possible.

Finally, information sharing is not restricted to only terrorists.

Hmm... on the 1294E form, there isn't an option for Graduate Certificate under "College". Under "College", the only options are "Certificate" and "Diploma" or "Applied Degree". See image below.

hayqinsbFX:
i mean he wrote graduate certificate sorry.....would that still not mean anything..

Yup, agreed.

ayooluwatoni:
It is not about finance. It is about Purpose of Visit. Some way, some how, the VO thought he completed undergrad in 2008, and of which I started undergrad in 2008 and graduated just last year. That issue of asset and finance always or mostly come with purpose of visit, and then they use Travel History to garnish it (For those with virgin passports). So me think we should find out why the VO felt Akin graduated 7 years ago. And there are two possible reasons, probably Akin made a mistake while filling his visa forms or the VO just finished consuming some wraps of wet weed, and then he/she wasn't seeing clearly!

@hayqinsbFX, did you include a "Document List" page with your application? I suspect that VOs sometimes miss documents that they don't know are included in the application. A "Document List" preempts this problem. I'm suspecting that the VO may have skipped some documents in your application, though it's unclear why.

Nah bro. Certificate or diploma na same thing. college diploma=college certificate, just as PGD=PGC.
I don't see how the term "certificate" vs "diploma" would make a difference to the VO.

hayqinsbFX:
i know of a friend that got his TRV going for an advanced diploma(fasttrack) but on his 1294 he wrote certificate as the level of study compared to diploma which i wrote.
Do u guys think that played a role too as the certificate would have attracted the VO to the app while the diploma would have put the VO off from the scratch.

True, there are people who have gotten a TRV for a diploma after first degree. However, this seems to be the exception and not the norm. It appears as though CIC heavily prejudices college diploma applicants if they already have a BSc, given that a college diploma is lower than a BSc.

EmmaMsc:
Probably, but people in this forum have gone for a diploma after first degree.
My main bone of contention is that: didnt d VO go through his application thoroughly? Are there no documents that shows that he finished last year?