NewStats: 3,264,881 , 8,184,985 topics. Date: Thursday, 12 June 2025 at 05:01 PM 6j4l6s

Oldfashioned145:
Hello to the gurus in the house.

Questions

1. For someone who is going for a bsc program and hasn't paid tuition deposit or fee and is using parents as sponsor, how much should be d minimum closing balance of their ?

I advice undergraduate applicants their sponsors should declare a bank statement with a closing balance of 17MILLION Naira. This amount is adequate to cover up for the student's first year tuition and living expenses in Canada



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shinaxurdick:
hello gurus in the house...i really need a quick advice.

i have HND in estate management.
i have upper credit.
i graduated 2018.
i have 3 years working experience.
and am currently working in bank since 2019.
i will be 30years this year.

i want you guys to advice me on the kind of applications i can apply for

undergraduate advance diploma, undergraduate diploma, or bachelor degree

school, course, and my chances of getting ission

pls guys...please somebody should HELP

Go for PGC in Global Business Management or PGC in Financial Planning since you've been working for the past three years in the banking industry.



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Fgahandel:
Good morning colleagues.
I am so new here. A friend referred me to this nairaland traveling page.
I have been reading messages fir few days now and getting some tips.
Though I plan to write my IELTS exam soon for study permit.
I need a lot of direction on where to start first . Should I write my IELTS exam first or are there courses I could do in Canada without IELTS? Then what next ?
I am a novice here, but I am determined to this course , because I know with the right information, commitment, direction from colleagues here and with God, I will make it to Canada.
Please and please I need your help
Thanks.

English Proficiency is not a requirement in applying for Study permit from Nigeria.


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Teeunz:
Hello good day everyone.

Please gurus in the house, I need your contributions please,

1. Is it compulsory to pay school fees before applying even if sufficient money is in the ?

2.If I don't pay do I need to mention when I will be making the payments in my sop?


Please I need contributions,I will really appreciate it
Thank you

See my responses below:

1. Tuition payment is not compulsory is not stated on your acceptance letter to do so.

2. The funds should appear in your sponsor's /your personal , you have to explain to the officer that the funds is available and can be utilised at any point for your tuition, living expenses and other miscellaneous expenses during the course of your studies in Canada.


The above advice is applicable if you're using your parents or self-sponsorship. On the that you're using a third party sponsorship (Uncle, aunt, or company), your guarantor will be required to pay certain amount to show commitment for your education in Canada and prove to the immigration officer that you will have full access to funds.


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Bolanle18090040:
Good evening house
Do anybody knows how I can go about this Nova Scotia community college
I finished my secondary school in 2015 and I only have my Neco result and I wanted to apply to Nscc for a diploma in social services for Fall 2022
But when applying I didn’t see how I can my result
Please anybody that know about it please help a sister
Please gurus and many more
If you’re applying to nscc too or you’re there already please help me out

Forget about NSCC, for getting study permit with this school is oftentimes difficult. Try some of the good colleges in Ontario even though they might appear expensive, but they have better prospects of getting approval. The visa officer knows that you're applying to NSCC because the school is relatively very cheap and easier to secure permanent residency after studies. This information is based on my wealth of experience dealing with diverse immigration applications. In
spite of everything, the final decision is yours to make . Best of luck!


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Anthony6098:
please can someone give advice on a graduate course for someone with bsc in transport and logistics management second class upper

Check University of Windsor - Master of Logistics Program


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Pheonix12:
Please can your student visa be approved if you make half payment of your tuition and accommodation fee?

Tuition payment is not a prerequisite for visa approval. Unless mandatory by the institution, you don't need to make any travel plans such as payment of upfront tuition fees, payment of accommodation fees in Canada and registration of courses without a visa.


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lilangel20:
Here is a clearer version of my GCMS notes. I was refused on just personal asset and financial status.
I am a funded applicant with funding of 16,500cad of which I am to pay 5,030 as school fees and would be left with 11,000cad.

I do not also think my sop was poorly written.

The visa officer is not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the completion of your studies. The incentives of you remaining in Canada far outweighs your motivation of coming back to Nigeria. More importantly, the officer noted that you've weak travel history which doesn't count as a postive factor in his assessment. You've a very good profile that will make you a deserving candidate for a Canadian study permit. Work on your economic ties back home e.g proof of ownership of properties in your name or getting deed of gift documents showing your parents have transferred a particular land/building to you. Also capitalise on your future goals and career prospects in Nigeria and use your SOP to sell yourself wisely on how your proposed program would be of great benefit to your career and the change you will translate to your home country after studies.



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mod1411:
Please �, is it acceptable by IRCC for a married man with kids to get "gift of deed" for POF... I am working with average monthly salary in flow. Regular inflow for like 2 years now, but not accumulated. I can raise the tuition but need my eldest brother to give me some money as "gift of deed" to augment for the cost of living....
Please good people of this great house should help...

I wouldn't advice a married man with kids to submit a "deed of gift" in his application. This would raise concerns that you're not sufficiently well-established in your home country and the officer will question your intention of wanting to study in Canada when you've to seek for external bodies/relatives to help you fund your . It further increases doubts that your family will not be well catered for in your absence.


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Dc4life:
As a young adult in his mid 20’s.. is it advisable i use my bank statement with a very substantial sum as proof of funds?

Age doesn't matter insofar that you can establish how you got the accrued funds and its source. The visa officer would approve your visa.


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Finian1:
Good morning Nairalanders.
I am about to for CAC. Do I necessary need to link it with a corporate ?
If I decide to use my savings to receive money for the business in as much as it's not more than 500k per day I hope that will not negatively affect my chances of getting approval from IRCC?
@Makano, @Frankrobbn1,@Lekiboboe and other guru in the house please chuk mouth.

Company may not be necessary since you've been using your personal to run your business.


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Jacklens:
I need some clarifications:
Can someone book for Biometrics before submitting or immediately submitting application before IRCC sends notification?

You can book for an upfront medicals and submit a copy of the E-medical slip with your application package to IRCC. It is a known fact that upfront medicals helps to speed up the application process as you would no longer be waiting for IRCC to send you the request.



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Muzansama:
Which countries will reject me after a ban from canada?

I regret to hear that you've been found inissible to Canada for a period of five (5) years. You can certainly try applying for a visa to any of the European countries, you would be accepted!


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Biot34:
Good day gurus in the house, please I wàs refused on the following grounds:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your family ties in Canada and in your country of
residence.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your personal assets and financial status.
Please I was refused on the 8th of February 2022. Please how can I tackle these, this is my third term that I wàs denied. I'm planning to apply again and I'm using my cousin as my sponsor now.... Please guru in the house..

I regret to hear about the refusal of your study permit. Did your cousin show any proof of commitment by paying part of your tuition deposit to the school as well as transferring funds to your bank ?. From my understanding of the refusal grounds mentioned by the visa officer, they are not convinced that you will have full access to funds in your cousin's . Work on showing funds at your disposal and establishing strong proof of relationship with your sponsor.


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Beeman3000:
Hello guys, I'm currently doing my masters in UK. I'd like to apply for another masters degree in Canada when I'm done here in September. Can one let me know what the process is, can I apply and submit my application from the uk or need to come back to naija?
Thanks

You will be required to apply from your home country where you've adequate ties. Unless you've an active post graduate work permit in the UK, only on this are you eligible to apply from there. Although, I have weighed both chances applying from UK and Nigeria, and from my findings, it is much more easier getting a Canadian visa from Nigeria than UK.



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eyinola:
Gurus in the house, I studied Business istration but i want to apply to a Canadian school and switch to an it course e.g video game developer..I hope am on the right track.
And again i was filling a school form online but they told me to first run a year course in nigeria before applying to thr college because i hv been out of school for almost 10 years wahala no com too much laidisss

You can't opt for an IT program if you don't have any professional Certifications or experience in this field. It will be difficult convincing the immigration officer that you're a genuine applicant who intends to pursue the desired course and would depart from Canada after studies.



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Electroweb:
Niaralanders,
I need guidance.
My spouse applied for study permit in May 2021, with my child last year. She got her Study permit late last year but my son’s application is yet to get a decision. I filled a webform 2weeks ago concerning his application.
Now, we the rest of the family want to apply for our visitors visa. I don’t when is the appropriate time. Is it while she is still in Nigeria or when she gets to Canada?

The best will be when she is in Canada, you can through her influence in Canada apply to visit her. The application will be prioritised rather than applying as a tourist which takes a longer processing times.


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silverkings:
Good morning all.

I want to apply for a program in Centennial college. It is a post graduate studies. Is this same as master program.

Centennial College do not offer master's courses, what is obtainable from the College is a post graduate certificate/diploma courses.


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Chriswazo:


Can I do this practical nursing program?
I have BSc in Environmental biology and MSc in Environmental management..

If not, what would be my best bet to enter Canada as a student?

Practical Nursing Program is a diploma course and with your degrees (BSc and MSc) I don't see a reasonable progression. The course you should apply for will be contingent on your work experience and not your previous education.


What is your current employment?


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ninab:
Goodmorning All,

Please is it compulsory they must your Medicals before eligibility begins?
Abeg someone experienced should answer this question.
Thank you

Medical Request is normally initiated by the officer during the stage of reviewing the applicant's eligibility.


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Muslimah1200:
Hi guys
I’m new here and I just have a question to ask
So far from previous testimonies,
has anyone had success rate of spouse applying before the applicant traveled and gotten a visit visa
Or applying at the same time with the student visa (like visit visa and student visa together)
No children
Pls your replies would be much appreciated
Help a sister in distress cry

@frankrobbin1 pls attend to this

From the wisdom of my vast experiences, i will advice you not to apply for a visa when your spouse hasn't landed Canada. The SIN and study permit which are issued at the point of entry are important documents to be included in a Spousal Open Work Permit or Visitor's visa of the accompanying spouse. Should you apply without these documents, your application will not be processed in a timely manner.

On the other scenario you mentioned, I will recommend that your spouse goes first before you can put in for your application to her in Canada. This will considerably help her application build strong ties back home.


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Akinz75:
Good day to guys
Pls I’m about to start my application journey but I have one concern, which is, I’ve been using my father’s name as my surname since my childhood (firstborn) while my siblings are using our family name as their surname, will this affect my home ties in any way?

You must provide a written note (LOE) with respect to the change of name, you can easily make excuse with the point that you're the first born son and according to the custom and tradition of your local community, it is mandatory that the first born son bears the father's name as his surname, for you're the heir apparent to your dad.



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Rahkman:
do I need ielts to apply for diploma in practical nursing to university of manitoba

English proficiency is not a requirement for students coming from Nigeria. It is a known fact that Nigeria is an English speaking country and as such the IELTS/TOFEL exams are waived for them.


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eyidamilola:


Amen! Thank you for your prompt response although I reached out to you through WhatsApp your responses are always slow which is understood that you are processing so many applications but your fees not smiling at all. Please be kind, the country is not easy as well.

Oh sorry for the delayed response via WhatsApp, a phone call could've been much better for quicker . I hope to be able to assist you some other time. Wishing you the very best in your application.


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Greenwisher:


Hi guys
So GCMS just got in:
Reason: Purpose of visit

Course studies: Environmental Management

The study plan does not appear reasonable given the applicant's employment and education history.
I note that:
-the client's previous studies were in an unrelated field
-the client has previous studies at a higher academic level than the proposed studies in Canada
-the client's proposed studies are not reasonable given their career path

@Teemenzo @makano @Time2soar1 @Davidbanky @frankrobbn1

I'm interested in handling difficult and complex cases like this with several rejections. This is my expertise!

In view of the above concerns highlighted by the responsible immigration officer, there are strong doubts as to why a graduate of Environmental Mgmt, working as Manager/Supervisor is applying to pursue a PGC in Occupational Health, Safety and Wellness program at Conestoga College. The visa officer is not convinced that you've bona-fide intention to study this course in light of the fact that your employment history and previous degree doesn't demonstrate a reasonable progression. It further raises concerns that you're using study visa as a route to facilitate entry into Canada rather than career advancement.


In a bid to salvage these enumerated concerns of the officer, my professional advice for you is to seek for a master's that is directly relevant to your current employment - Management. Apply this advice of mine in your fourth application with a well-worded LOE put up with encyclopaedia evidence, your application will be a success. All the best


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Tejaisco:
Hi guys...I applied for undergraduate nursing in macewan university. I already hold a bsc degree in geology with a third class. I graduated last year and I am currently doing my nysc. Please house I’d like to know if this would not come out as lack of degree/career progression.

Why opt for a second degree and spend millions to pursue another 4 years course in Canada?. My suggestion is that you should apply for a diploma in practical nursing program (2 years), since you're ionate about having a nursing career. Apply this conceptual action I have given to you and thank me later


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Best256:


Can someone have 2 home countries when writing a SOP? Cos the person is working in a country which is the country of birth but spent much part of his education in another country where his major assets are in.

You can't have two home countries at same time unless you've citizenship in both countries. Your focus when writing your sop should be targeted on how you can achieve your goals and translate them back to the country where you're presently working which is the country of birth. You can mention about your ties to another country, however your center of interest should be based on your country of citizenship.


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Chubbyface:
I got married last year, and I have done change of name. But my port still holds my maiden name, and I used my maiden name to apply for my ission and Study Permit. Hope this won’t be an issue as some of my documents like bank statement is changed to my husband’s surname name(to show relationship as we planed applying together with our son)

Even if you don't change your maiden name to your husband's surname, it still doesn't matter. I have handled several applications whereby the wife haven't changed her name and got approved. To address this concerns of yours, ensure you've included an affidavit of change of name and address same in your personal statement.



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feistymikey:
I have question about this “counterfoil”, what does it mean?
Mine says it expires next year and my course is a two year course….

Also at what point does the LOI drop?

Counterfoil states the duration of the visa issued to you on your international port by the Canadian consulate. You will notice this update on your MyCIC once a visa has been issued and dispatched to your mailing address.

The LOI - letter of Introduction, will be updated on your profile after you've received the stamped visa port at your address. With regards to the validity of the visa given to you, it sometimes happens, you will have to apply for an extension within Canada.


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Filanodivine:
And the documents I provided in the pdf for funding is over 30 documents.. hope it’s not too much

The number pages doesn't matter, what matters is the content of the documents and its legibility.


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Filanodivine:
Hello everyone, in respect to the new portal where can I the Statement of purpose and letter of explanation. Cus I have personal details, funding and additional documents.. please? Thanks

Personal statements could be ed under the column - Personal Details or additional documents. Any of the two works perfectly.


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Odoziaku1:
Good day house!
Kudos and may God bless everyone that has contributed towards the various successful PPR stories being shared here.
I was recently directed to the page by a friend who just relocated to Canada.

Please permit me to ask a few questions.
Am a married woman and graduated 10 years ago with Bsc science and computer education (biology major, with 2.2). I’ve been working in 1 of my husband companies (clearing agency) while taking care of the kids.
I wish to apply for January 23 ission
Please Gurus in the house…… What course is best suitable 4 me ( with ease of getting visa as well)
Should I go 4 a management course? With an intent of producing letters from the company.

I would also appreciate if the schools as well as d courses can be recommended to me here as well.

Thank you and God bless

Cc
@expertman @Frankrobbn1 @makano @Teemenzo
and other Gurus pls

Given that you've good working experience in your husband's business, a management program is the most suitable program for you to show career progression.


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