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Zeema123:

Hello Nairalanders,

Please, I need advice regarding my cousin’s visitor visa application. She applied in October 2023 through an agent, but since then, there has been no update. The agent keeps saying “nothing yet” and refuses to provide her details for the IRCC .

Is there any way for her to check the status of her application herself? Can she recover access to the or request GCMS notes to know what is going on?

Any advice on what she can do at this point would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Unfortunately she can't without details. Also very likely is that the agent created another email address for her. If she has the email, then she can reset .
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Bruno678:
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It think about a week after its confirmed to have arrived their office in lagos. I used dhl and was tracking its movement. Lagos n then abuja i think and back to lagos. I allowed some days no message n i sent a message on twitter. Within 24 hours, i got d message, ready for pickup.
Just checked: after 2 weeks i sent the message.My message captured my tracking number and my name for reference purpose.

My mum is in lagos so she'll do the drop off herself... thank you so much

Zeema123:

Hello Nairalanders,

Please, I need advice regarding my cousin’s visitor visa application. She applied in October 2023 through an agent, but since then, there has been no update. The agent keeps saying “nothing yet” and refuses to provide her details for the IRCC .

Is there any way for her to check the status of her application herself? Can she recover access to the or request GCMS notes to know what is going on?

Any advice on what she can do at this point would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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Greetings fellow Nairalanders,
I submitted my wife’s Visitor’s Visa application in August and it's still pending and even a December application has received PPR in February. I requested GCMS not and here is the last note on it. Please any advice what could be the issue as she’s suppose to go with me on a conference and visit my kid sis. I’m a frequent traveler to canada.

biggybanking:
Greetings fellow Nairalanders,
I submitted my wife’s Visitor’s Visa application in August and it's still pending and even a December application has received PPR in February. I requested GCMS not and here is the last note on it. Please any advice what could be the issue as she’s suppose to go with me on a conference and visit my kid sis. I’m a frequent traveler to canada.

The note indicates that the intial visa officer found the applicant’s case convincing based on financial resources, ties to their home country, and the purpose of the visit. The visa was approved. However, the "Entered in Error" label might be an internal istrative detail which calls for review of the application. Restricted: N – The note is not restricted, meaning it's accessible and waiting for review by another senior experienced officer.

affoncad:


The note indicates that the intial visa officer found the applicant’s case convincing based on financial resources, ties to their home country, and the purpose of the visit. The visa was approved. However, the "Entered in Error" label might be an internal istrative detail which calls for review of the application. Restricted: N – The note is not restricted, meaning it's accessible and waiting for review by another senior experienced officer.

Thanks for your response, so there's a last note after this very one which still came same thing as this very one shared as another note. So it repeated twice also captured as entered in error.

biggybanking:


Thanks for your response, so there's a last note after this very one which still came same thing as this very one shared as another note. So it repeated twice also captured as entered in error.

"NOTE"
While this note posted was January 16th, the updated notE which is same thing was January 21st

tolley2kool:
Good day to you’ll. Please everyone, on Feb 8 I make use of the ATIP free notes request someone put on here sometimes In order get GCms note and it’s Mar 8 today already but I m yet to hear back from them 🤷🏽‍♂️🤷🏽‍♂️. Just wanna know if I’ll still get a response from them or the ATIP doesn’t work Thanks

Hello Nairalanders. Who can tell me something about this please??🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

tolley2kool:


Hello Nairalanders. Who can tell me something about this please??🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

Relax!! You will get response
Probably this week.. just be checking your mail.

Kindly assist with interpretation!

orjohn24:

Thanks for your reply, i was denied the study permit, the VO said he is not convinced i have enough money to pay for school fees and living expenses without working in canada. I made a mistake while attaching my docs, i didnt attach the payment i made for the school fees(first semester) , i will reapply and include the achool fees payment
You applying study visa not visit visa nd pleaae package ur application well especially pof and ur home ties and dnt take for granted that you applying inside canada it make no differemt to ircc and it more easier,cheaper to apply outside canada than inside especially medical cost and refusal rate are higher now .l wish you good luck

Please who can give me the step by step guide to order gcms note

juliusriches:
Kindly assist with interpretation!

The visa application was refused due to several reasons. Firstly, the Letter of Invitation (LOI) was deemed vague, and the visa officer wasn't convinced that the applicant's role aligned with the event's objective.Additionally, the officer had concerns about the applicant's financial situation and weak ties to Nigeria, which raised doubts about their intention to leave Canada after their stay, also some event organizer notify ircc about their event and are issued special ircc event code but the special event code that the organizer stated on the invitation letter issued to this particular applicant that you input in your application as ircc event registration code as not been activated in the ircc database .
In the case of conference visas, the Canadian government has increased scrutiny due to instances of individuals including Nigerians using conferences as a means to seek asylum.As a result, visa officers carefully examine applications to ensure the applicant's connection to the conference is genuine and beneficial to their business or profession.Paying a non-refundable fee to attend a conference doesn't guarantee a visa. Instead, the applicant must demonstrate their intention to return to their home country, providing evidence of strong ties, financial stability, and a clear business purpose for attending the conference.

omisakint:
Please who can give me the step by step guide to order gcms note

go to youtube and type "how to apply for gcms note " you will see many countless latest video to guide you step by step

biggybanking:

"NOTE"
While this note posted was January 16th, the updated notE which is same thing was January 21st

The date on the note refers to the last date the file was opened or transfer to another office , with or without any major activities by the officer,it will still show the date.

After one year, I received the port Request email. I have a little issue right now, my biometrics expires in 2027 and I would like to extend it before submitting.

Please does anyone know how to go about it?

KodakBlack:
After one year, I received the port Request email. I have a little issue right now, my biometrics expires in 2027 and I would like to extend it before submitting.

Please does anyone know how to go about it?

You can't renew your biometrics after your visa is approved. Biometrics renewal is only possible when you applied the visa or while your visa application is still being processed.

KodakBlack:
After one year, I received the port Request email. I have a little issue right now, my biometrics expires in 2027 and I would like to extend it before submitting.

Please does anyone know how to go about it?

My friend asked the same question last year at vfs and they advised him to wait after l month . He won't need to submit his port. Then, he should reapply for a new visa and pay for biometrics again. This will give him a longer biometrics validity period,the visa process will start over, and he'll need to wait for IRCC's processing time but you can still ask at the Canada biometric centre.

affoncad:


The visa application was refused due to several reasons. Firstly, the Letter of Invitation (LOI) was deemed vague, and the visa officer wasn't convinced that the applicant's role aligned with the event's objective.Additionally, the officer had concerns about the applicant's financial situation and weak ties to Nigeria, which raised doubts about their intention to leave Canada after their stay, also some event organizer notify ircc about their event and are issued special ircc event code but the special event code that the organizer stated on the invitation letter issued to this particular applicant that you input in your application as ircc event registration code as not been activated in the ircc database .
In the case of conference visas, the Canadian government has increased scrutiny due to instances of individuals including Nigerians using conferences as a means to seek asylum.As a result, visa officers carefully examine applications to ensure the applicant's connection to the conference is genuine and beneficial to their business or profession.Paying a non-refundable fee to attend a conference doesn't guarantee a visa. Instead, the applicant must demonstrate their intention to return to their home country, providing evidence of strong ties, financial stability, and a clear business purpose for attending the conference.

Thank you so much for your response.

Yes, the LOI is from the Rotary International Convention. A generic LOI was issued to all participants by the organisation with a special code generated by the IRCC, which was added during the application. Meanwhile, the LOI does not state or indicate the role of the participants, as pointed out by the VO. However, my introduction/ explanation letter clearly stated my roles and why I wanted to attend the Convention.

My financial situation is very okay. I have a permanent job. I am the marketing manager receiving a monthly salary of over N1,250,000 and N135,000 as imprest. I have been working with my company since 2014. All documents relating to my employment, including job offer letter, introduction letter, board resolution letter, two promotion letters, leave letter, work ID, Salary payslips, tax receipt, and six-month bank statement showing my monthly salary, with a closing balance of over 58,000,000. I even added the company's CAC registration documents.

Submitted my marriage certificate, birth certificates for four of my kids, my birth certificate, wife's birth certificate, my NIN children's NIN, and my wife's NIN.

Two landed property documents worth over 25,000,000.

Two House property documents worth over 80,000,000

The above are part of my socio-economic ties, which are strong enough to the best of my knowledge.

Good evening. I just got my GCMS note this afternoon, how do i tackle this issue and get it right. What are the documents needed in order to get it right in my next application. Your inputs will be highly appreciated.
This is my second application.

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Thank you so much for your response.

Yes, the LOI is from the Rotary International Convention. A generic LOI was issued to all participants by the organisation with a special code generated by the IRCC, which was added during the application. Meanwhile, the LOI does not state or indicate the role of the participants, as pointed out by the VO. However, my introduction/ explanation letter clearly stated my roles and why I wanted to attend the Convention.

My financial situation is very okay. I have a permanent job. I am the marketing manager receiving a monthly salary of over N1,250,000 and N135,000 as imprest. I have been working with my company since 2014. All documents relating to my employment, including job offer letter, introduction letter, board resolution letter, two promotion letters, leave letter, work ID, Salary payslips, tax receipt, and six-month bank statement showing my monthly salary, with a closing balance of over 58,000,000. I even added the company's CAC registration documents.

Submitted my marriage certificate, birth certificates for four of my kids, my birth certificate, wife's birth certificate, my NIN children's NIN, and my wife's NIN.

Two landed property documents worth over 25,000,000.

Two House property documents worth over 80,000,000

The above are part of my socio-economic ties, which are strong enough to the best of my knowledge.

Strong home ties, do you have any travel experience?

juliusriches:

Thank you so much for your response.

Yes, the LOI is from the Rotary International Convention. A generic LOI was issued to all participants by the organisation with a special code generated by the IRCC, which was added during the application. Meanwhile, the LOI does not state or indicate the role of the participants, as pointed out by the VO. However, my introduction/ explanation letter clearly stated my roles and why I wanted to attend the Convention.

My financial situation is very okay. I have a permanent job. I am the marketing manager receiving a monthly salary of over N1,250,000 and N135,000 as imprest. I have been working with my company since 2014. All documents relating to my employment, including job offer letter, introduction letter, board resolution letter, two promotion letters, leave letter, work ID, Salary payslips, tax receipt, and six-month bank statement showing my monthly salary, with a closing balance of over 58,000,000. I even added the company's CAC registration documents.

Submitted my marriage certificate, birth certificates for four of my kids, my birth certificate, wife's birth certificate, my NIN children's NIN, and my wife's NIN.

Two landed property documents worth over 25,000,000.

Two House property documents worth over 80,000,000

The above are part of my socio-economic ties, which are strong enough to the best of my knowledge.

Have you attended a program like this abroad or do you have any travel history? It can make a difference in situations like this. I can tell you that many people, including those claiming asylum, have obtained visas through similar conferences, even with more extensive documentation and proof of funds. This is particularly important now, as Nigeria has been categorized as one of the source countries for visa abuse to Canada, which is impacting other applicants.

BarbieGoldD:
Good evening. I just got my GCMS note this afternoon, how do i tackle this issue and get it right. What are the documents needed in order to get it right in my next application. Your inputs will be highly appreciated.
This is my second application.

You will need to provide bank statements for the last 6 months showing in and out flow of transction with no lump sum( or with detailed explanation) , income tax returns (if applicable), payslips or proof of employment, a sponsorship letter (if sponsored), an affidavit of financial (if applicable), business registration and financial records (if self-employed), property or asset documents, evidence of invoice or contract or sales, and a tuition payment receipt of or proof of partial payment of atleast 1 semester ...see attached news so people know why ircc is more strict now and tighting visa rules..many student got visa and never attend school.

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affoncad:


Have you attended a program like this abroad or do you have any travel history? It can make a difference in situations like this. I can tell you that many people, including those claiming asylum, have obtained visas through similar conferences, even with more extensive documentation and proof of funds. This is particularly important now, as Nigeria has been categorized as one of the source countries for visa abuse to Canada, which is impacting other applicants.

No, I do not have travel history.

Sir, this is exact where the problem lies. Lack of travel history on its own may be grounds for refusal. The last convention was barely two years ago and a lot of people never came back.

With a profile like yours getting a visa shouldn’t be a problem. Go to Europe , visit America even Ghana.

juliusriches:


No, I do not have travel history.

You're welcome. No problem.
I'd be glad to help. Every single thing i know, i learnt from here.

Imustreturn:
thank you so much... Please if I need any assistance I will write you..

juliusriches:


No, I do not have travel history.

If you sample 50 Nigerian asylum seekers who entered Canada on conference visas, you’ll find that at least 45 had no previous travel experience. This is a concern because people with no travel history are more likely to seek asylum. Today, data provides useful insights, which IRCC also uses to make decisions. So, if you have no travel history and purpose of visit is just tourism or conference , you’ll need stronger proof and clear evidence to get a Canada visit visa, especially if you don’t have family in Canada

Good evening , i was refused a study permit though i am in canada on a visitors visa and i decided to study, i made a mistake and didnt attach payment for the first sememster but pal and ission letter was attached. The visa officer said he dosent think i have enough money to pay for my studies without working. I am re-applying and will attach the payment of the first semester fees. Do i need to be scared about anything or attach any more documents. Thank you. Pls this urgent.

Dontrixt43:
Good evening , i was refused a study permit though i am in canada on a visitors visa and i decided to study, i made a mistake and didnt attach payment for the first sememster but pal and ission letter was attached. The visa officer said he dosent think i have enough money to pay for my studies without working. I am re-applying and will attach the payment of the first semester fees. Do i need to be scared about anything or attach any more documents. Thank you. Pls this urgent.

You can reapply immediately and make sure to attach evidence of your proof of funds(20,635 cad living expenses + ur tuition fee), source of funds, home ties ,tuition fee paid nd plan how to pay balance ur school fees.

I'm curious - why would students who didn't show up result in IRCC being strict about visas? What's the connection please?

affoncad:


You will need to provide bank statements for the last 6 months showing in and out flow of transction with no lump sum( or with detailed explanation) , income tax returns (if applicable), payslips or proof of employment, a sponsorship letter (if sponsored), an affidavit of financial (if applicable), business registration and financial records (if self-employed), property or asset documents, evidence of invoice or contract or sales, and a tuition payment receipt of or proof of partial payment of atleast 1 semester ...see attached news so people know why ircc is more strict now and tighting visa rules..many student got visa and never attend school.

naivasha:
I'm curious - why would students who didn't show up result in IRCC being strict about visas? What's the connection please?

When over 50,000 students get a visa and never show up at school, it means many are not genuinely interested in studying but are applying for a student visa just to gain access to Canada and abscond. So, IRCC is now strict on student visa issues to crack down on abs and asylum seekers pretending to be students and same applied to conference and tourist visa. Hope you understand now