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Canada Visitor’s Visa: Reasons for denial

Expedite Travel Services — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:19:28 +0000

I was denied a Canadian visa and I would like to know why; my application was done properly, and I provided all the required documents that were requested by IRCC?

We know how disappointing it can be when someone is denied a Canadian visitor visa. Just so you know, when you apply for a Canadian visa several factors are taken into consideration before your Canadian visa is approved. The visa officer carefully reviews your visa application to ensure that you have sufficient ties to your home country based on the supporting documents you submit to Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

You did not provide enough evidence that demonstrates that you are able to pay for your trip

Having sufficient funds available to pay for your trip is the most crucial factor when applying for a Canadian visa. The visa officer wants to know that you can finance your trip to Canada based on the amount of money you are earning from your job and the money in your bank account. However, it is not solely dependent on the amount of money that is in your bank account. A person with one million dollars ($1,000,000) in their bank account may be denied; while a person with $100,000 in their account gets approved a visa. This is because the person with one million dollars ($1,000,000) in their bank account may not be able to prove how they accumulate the funds. While, at the same time, the person with $100,000 in their account can substantiate how they acquired the funds in their account. Though the visa officer wants to know that you can pay for your trip to Canada, they still want to see how you acquired the funds in your account. Notably, if they suspect that you borrowed the funds in your account to obtain a visa, they will deny you.

You have not provided enough evidence to prove that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay

The visa officer wants to know that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay. As such, they will thoroughly review your visa application and the circumstances surrounding your travel plans, as well as other ties to your home country. Strong ties may vary from person to person; they generally include your job, house, family, and assets. Various aspects of your life bind you to the country within which you reside, such as employment, children, and spouse. If you fail to convince the visa officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, they will deny you under the pretense that your ties to your home country are weak. The visa officer wants to know that you have your job, children, or spouse to return to after a short stay in Canada.

Failure to provide all relevant supporting documents

Many applicants who choose to complete their Canadian visa application independently end up ruining their application, as well as failing to submit all the required documents. Resultantly contributing to their Canadian visitor visa application denial. Let’s say you did not fill out your application correctly and/or failed to submit all the supporting documents-for instance, if you were arrested in the past and didn’t provide a police record, they will deny you, for the fact that you did not provide all the relevant documents to support your visa application. Hire a professional immigration consultant if you do not understand the entire process and the primary documents needed submission to the Canadian Embassy.

You haven’t provided enough proof to support your reasons for visiting Canada

When you apply for a visa to travel to Canada, the invitation letter should state your reason for travel whether for: a family visit, tourism, funeral, wedding, or graduation. If you are attending a funeral, you must provide evidence of the death certificate. In the event that you fail to submit the right documents to indicate your main intention in traveling to Canada, the visa officer might deny you due to unclear reasons for traveling to Canada. Hire a professional immigration consultant if you do not understand the entire process and the primary documents needed submission to the Canadian Embassy.

Limited Employment and Job Stability

Being employed or working at a previous establishment for less than one (1) year indicates inconsistency and inability to settle in a job. The visa officer wants to know that you are stable working in a job for at least (1) one to one (2) years. The longer you are employed in an organization, the better are your chances of being granted a visa.

Benefits of studying in Canada

Expedite Travel Services — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 14:42:11 +0000

You can work while you are in Canada

Students studying in Canada can work up to 20-hours per week during regular school sessions and work full-time during the holiday when school breaks. Please note that while you are planning on working whilst studying in Canada, you still need to demonstrate to the visa officer that you are capable of paying for your educational expenses without relying on the job you will be doing while working in Canada.

Study in Canada with your family

Canada has made it possible for you to bring your spouse and children along with you while you are studying. How wonderful this is to have your family accompany you to Canada on this beautiful journey? If your spouse is going to Canada with you, he/she can apply for an open work permit that allows your spouse to work full-time while you are studying. The open-work permit will last for the duration of your studies. If your spouse gets approved for an open work permit, the money they will be earning can alleviate some of your educational expenses.

Getting a job in Canada after you graduate

All international students who have completed their studies in Canada are eligible to obtain a Post-Graduate Work Permit. However, to qualify, they must have completed their studies at an eligible Canadian tertiary institution. The Post-Graduate Work Permit allows you to work in Canada and gain work experience, which makes you eligible to apply for permanent residency under the Canadian Experience Class.

A Post-Graduate Work Permit allows you to work in Canada for the same duration as the program you studied in Canada. For example, if you graduate from a four (4) years degree program, you will be eligible for a three (3) years Post-Graduate Work Permit. If you graduate from an eight-month (8) certificate program, you will be eligible for an open work permit valid for one (1) year.

Studying in Canada is the easiest way to apply for permanent residency

Studying in Canada is the easiest way to become a permanent. After graduating, the next step will be to apply for your post-graduate work permit so that you can gain one (1) year of work experience to be eligible to apply for permanent residency under the Canada Experience Class. For example, a student that has completed their studies in Canada and is currently working on their post-graduate work permit for one (1) year would be qualified to apply for permanent residency under the Canadian Experience Class. The Canadian Experience Class allows graduates to make a successful transition from temporary to permanent residence.

Lower tuition costs

Many students choose to study in Canada because Canada has one of the lowest tuition fees in the world. Though some students might have the opportunity to study in other countries, such as the United States or the United Kingdom, they prefer to study in Canada as Canada remains competitive when it comes to accommodation, tuition fees and other expenses. Canada places a lot of emphasis on education and maintains one of the highest standards in education. A degree acquired from a Canadian university is recognized globally and highly valued in the international job market.

Safe and friendly environment

Studying in Canada is one of the best decisions you could ever make in your life. Canadians are some of the friendliest people globally, and you will probably find this to be quite true if you decide to study in Canada. The Canadian society is welcoming to all people. The country is considered safe, and there is a relatively high standard of living. Canada is among the ten (10) safest countries in the world to live and do business. While studying, you won’t be alone; approximately half of a million international students in Canada are currently pursuing their educational goals and dreams.

Express Entry: The Canadian Experience Class

Expedite Travel Services — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 01:47:01 +0000

Eligibility Criteria

to qualify for The Canadian Experience Class

When applying for permanent residency under the Canadian Experience Class, you must find the correct National Occupational Classification (NOC) code that matches your primary occupation. The National Occupational Classification group jobs based on skill type, primary duties and occupational requirement. The jobs are group as follows Managerial jobs (skill type 0), Professional jobs (skill level A) or Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B).

You must also have a minimum of one year of skilled work experience in the last 3 years in one of these skill types Managerial jobs (skill type 0), Professional jobs (skill level A) or Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B). Persons who qualified under the Canadian Experience Class are persons who are temporarily working in Canada. For example, students that have completed one year of studies in Canada and are currently working on their post-graduate work permit and person on temporary work permits.

By clicking the button below, you can find the correct NOC code that BEST matches your job description on the CIC Website.

After finding the correct NOC code that matches your job description, you must obtain a reference letter from your previous employer or current employer before you apply for Express Entry. The reference letter will be needed when you get an invitation to apply for permanent residence. The reference letter should be on the company letterhead, with the company name, address, contact number, and email address. The letter must state the primary duties that you have performed while working with the company.

Language Ability

You will need to take an approved language test and get the Canadian Language Benchmarks (CLB) for English. The test will evaluate your abilities in writing, reading, listening and speaking. The minimum score you need to get to apply under the Canadian Experience Class is Canadian Language Benchmark 7 for The National Occupational Classification (NOC) 0 or A Job type or Canadian Language Benchmark 5 for NOC B job type.

Register and take an IELTS exam

Education

Education is not a requirement for the Canadian Experience Class. However, you may improve your rank in the Express Entry pool if you attended a recognized institution in Canada and possesses a certificate, diploma, or degree.

If you have a foreign degree, diploma, masters, Ph.D. or certificate from outside Canada
you should get your credentials to assess by a designated
organization to make sure that your education is equal to a Canadian certificate, diploma or degree.

Please click the button below to get your qualification assessed by World Education Services.

Express Entry: The Federal Skilled Trades Program

Expedite Travel Services — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 01:13:41 +0000

Eligibility Criteria

to qualify for The Federal Skilled Trades Program

National Occupational Classification (NOC) code

When applying for permanent residency under the federal skill trade program, you must find the correct National Occupational Classification (NOC) code that matches your primary occupation. The National Occupational Classification group jobs based on skill type, primary duties, and occupational requirement. The federal skills worker program’s job type falls under Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B).

Skilled trades for the Federal Skilled Trades Program are organized under the group listed below.

Major Group 72, industrial, electrical and construction trades
Major Group 73, maintenance and equipment operation trades
Major Group 82, supervisors and technical jobs in natural resources, agriculture and related production
Major Group 92, processing, manufacturing and utility supervisors and central control operators
Minor Group 632, chefs and cooks
Minor Group 633, butchers and bakers

You must also have at least 2-year work experience within the last 5 years in skill type Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B).

By clicking the button below, you can find the correct NOC code that BEST matches your job description on the CIC Website.

Have a valid job offer or a certificate of qualification from a provincial or territorial body

You will be required to have a valid job offer for a minimum period of 12 months (1 year) or a certificate of qualification in the skilled trade area provided by the Canadian provincial, territorial or federal authority.

Language Ability

You must take an approved language test in English or French. The test will evaluate your abilities in writing, reading, listening and speaking. Under the federal skills trades program, you will need to get a minimum score of Canadian Language Benchmark 5 for speaking and listening and Canadian Language Benchmark 4 for reading and writing.
The language test is valid for 2 years after the test result and must be valid when applying for permanent residence.

Register and take an IELTS exam

Education

Educational history is not a requirement of the Federal Skilled Trades Program. However, you can improve your rank in the Express Entry pool if you attended a recognized institution in Canada and possess a certificate, diploma or degree.
If you have a foreign degree, diploma, masters, Ph.D. or certificate from an institution outside of Canada, it is recommended that you get your credentials assessed by a designated organization to ensure that your education is equal to a Canadian certificate, diploma or degree.

Please click the button below to get your qualification assessed by World Education Services.

Express Entry: The Federal Skilled Worker Program

Expedite Travel Services — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 20:46:44 +0000

Eligibility Criteria

to qualify for The Federal Skilled Worker Program

National Occupational Classification (NOC) code

When applying for permanent residency under the federal skilled worker program, you must find the correct National Occupational Classification (NOC) code that matches your primary occupation. The National Occupational Classification group jobs are based on skill types, primary duties, and occupational requirements. The job types are group as follows: Managerial jobs (skill type 0), Professional jobs (skill level A), or Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B).
You must also have a minimum of one-year work experience in one of these skill type Managerial jobs: (skill type 0), Professional jobs (skill level A), or Technical jobs and skilled trades (skill level B).

By clicking the button below, you can find the correct NOC code that BEST matches your job description on the CIC Website.

Once you have found the correct NOC code that matches your job description, you will need a reference letter from your previous employer or current employer before applying for Express Entry. The reference letter will be used when you receive an invitation to apply for permanent residency. The reference letter should include the company’s letterhead with the company’s name, address, contact number, and email address. The letter must also state the primary duties that you have performed while working with the company.

Language Ability

For Express Entry you must take an approved language test in either English or French. This test, when taken, will evaluate your abilities in writing, reading, listening, and speaking. You must achieve a minimum score of 7 in all 4 ability areas to pass according to the Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB).
The language test is valid for 2 years after you have received the test result and must be valid when you apply for permanent residence.

Register and take an IELTS exam

Education

If you went to school in Canada, you must have a certificate, diploma or degree from a recognized Canadian institution.
If you have a foreign degree, diploma, master’s, Ph.D. or certificate from outside Canada, you should get your credentials assessed by a designated organization to ensure that your education is equal to a Canadian certificate, diploma or degree.

Please click the button below to get your qualification assessed by World Education Services.

IRCC chooses candidates for the Federal Skilled Worker Program based on its unique points grid. The highest-ranked candidates in the Express Entry pool will be issued invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence. To be eligible to apply under the Federal Skilled Worker Program, potential candidates must meet the minimum requirements for work, language ability, education. If you score 67 points or higher, you will be qualified for the Federal Skilled Worker Program.

If you score lower than 67 points, you won’t qualify for the program. You can get a higher score by doing things like:

Depending on the score that you get for your IELTS exam, you can re-sit the exam to get a higher score.
Complete another degree, diploma, or certificate that can improve your score
Try to get a valid job offer from a Canadian Employer.

Reasons why applicants are denied a study permit

Expedite Travel Services — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 01:21:16 +0000

Failure to demonstrate that you can pay your tuition and living expenses

Having sufficient funds available to pay for your tuition and living expenses is the most crucial factor in a visa officer’s decision when granting a Canada Study Permit, which is why The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) advised that you show at least one (1) year worth of financing for your tuition and living expenses. Most times, applicants don’t have the funds to cover their tuition and living expense, which, as a result, generally leads to their denial.

Before you decide to start your journey of studying in Canada, ensure that you know how much your tuition and living expenses will cost to have the funds available to pay for these expenses. A visa officer can immediately know without a doubt whether an applicant can pay for their tuition and living expenses based on the amount of money that is in their bank account or their sponsor bank account. If you do not have enough money to cover your tuition and living expenses, the visa officer will deny you due to insufficient funds to maintain yourself or any family member that will accompany you to Canada.

Though you will be working while studying in Canada, this should not be entirely relied upon to pay your tuition and living expenses, as you are only entitled to work 20 hours per week, and you might not get enough hours to work. The money that you earned from working in Canada can be used for necessities. This is why IRCC is adamant that you should have enough money to cover your tuition and living expenses.

Failure to choose a program that aligns with your previous education and work history.

When choosing a program, ensure that you dialogue with the school to help you select a program that aligns with your qualifications or work experiences. For example, if you have a degree or work experience in Mechanical Engineering and decide to pursue a nursing program, the visa officer might deny you because they do not see how the program that you have chosen will benefit you based on your qualification or work experience. As such, it is best to choose a program that aligns with your qualifications and or work experience, especially if you have been in the same job for a couple of years. You can choose any program of your choice once you are able to explain how the program will benefit you in the future.

Failure to prove that you will leave Canada when your study permit expires

Most applicants that apply for a study permit main intention is to apply for permanent residency at the end of their studies. However, you shouldn’t give the visa officer the impression that you do not plan to leave Canada at the end of your studies even though your sole intention is to apply for permanent residency. There is a process to apply for permanent residence under the Canadian Experience Class, and If you are not eligible, you will have to leave Canada whenever your study permit expires. If the visa officer comes to the realization that you do not plan to leave Canada at the end of your stay, they will deny your study permit application.

Failure to provide all the relevant documents that are needed for the processing of your study permit.

There are several forms that must be properly completed, along with multiple supporting documents that you must submit to the Canadian Embassy to get your study permit approval. Many applicants have tried to complete their study permit application by themselves, making minor mistakes and failing to submit some of the required documents thus resulting in a large number of study permit denial. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) does not tolerate simple mistakes; once a form and/ or a document is missing, your application will not be placed on hold, nor will they send you an email for the missing copy. So, if you did not submit your police record along with your application, you are automatically denied. Ensure that you hire a professional immigration consultant if you do not fully understand the entire process and the necessary documents that are needed to be submission.

Strong families in Canada and in country of residence.

If the possibility lies that your family members in Canada might allow you to stay with them after your study permit expires, they might deny you. The reason for that is, though Canada wants people to become residents, they want you to reside in Canada legally. There is a process when applying for permanent residency under the Canadian Experience Class after your Canadian study permit expires. If you are not eligible, you will be required to leave Canada and return to your home country.

Canada Study Permit: Which program should I study?

Expedite Travel Services — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:58:57 +0000

Program of study

To qualify for a Canadian study permit you must choose the right program to study.

Choosing the right program to study in Canada is one of the most crucial factors in a visa officer’s decision when approving a Canadian study permit. When choosing a program, it’s best to choose a program that aligns with your work experience and educational history.

For instance, if you have a degree or work experience in Mechanical Engineering and you decide to pursue a nursing program. In that case, the visa officer might deny you on the basis that they do not see how the program will benefit you based on previous qualification and work experience. As such, it is best to choose a program that aligns with your previous work history or qualifications; this will give you a better opportunity for approval. Nonetheless, you have the freedom to choose any program of your choice once you are able to explain to the visa officer, why you choose this program and how it will benefit you in your future endeavors.

Duration of study

When choosing a program, you must consider the duration of the program and your educational expenses. The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has advised that you show at least one (1) years’ worth of financing for your tuition and living expenses, which is CAD $10,000.

To put it more direct, if you do not have the money to cover your tuition and living expenses for a two (2) or three (3) year program, it is best to choose a program that is eight (8) months to one (1) year in tenure for a better chance of approval. However, you are able to apply for the program of your choice, regardless of the length of study once you can prove to the visa officer that you are financially able to support yourself while studying in Canada.

Benefits of studying in Canada

Expedite Travel Services — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 00:40:33 +0000

You can work while you are studying in Canada

Study in Canada with your family

Getting a job in Canada after you graduate

All international students who have completed their studies in Canada are eligible to obtain a Post-Graduate Work Permit. However, to qualify, they must have completed their studies at an eligible Canadian tertiary institution. The Post-Graduate Work Permit allows you to work in Canada and gain work experience, which makes you eligible to apply for permanent residency under the Canadian Experience Class.

Studying in Canada is the easiest way to apply for permanent residency

Lower Tuition Costs

Safe and Friendly Environment

Ways to improve your ties within a country after being denied a visa

Expedite Travel Services — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:30:56 +0000

After being denied a visitor’s visa, try to access why you were denied. Here are a few ways to help increase your chances before reapplying:

Travel to countries that do not require a visa for entry

When you travel to other countries, spend limited time, for example, 1-2 weeks per visit.

If you were single when applying, try dating to start a meaningful relationship, this can improve your social status over time.

If you work for an organization, try to work towards a promotion to increase your salary; This will improve your financial stability.

If you are working in the company for a few months, reapply after one(1) year

If you have a business, work towards growing your business and ensure it’s registered to conduct business and pay your taxes as well.

If you are ina relationship with a civil servant who earns a substantial amount per month, you both can apply together for the visa, it’s not a guarantee, but it helps in most situations.

If you were denied as a family, try re-applying after one year by yourself, given that you have social and economic ties to your home country.

I want to apply for a Canadian visa and I also want to be sure that when I apply I will get my Canadian visitor visa

Expedite Travel Services — Tue, 26 Jan 2021 07:31:00 +0000

To qualify for a Canadian visitor visa, you must prove to the visa officer, beyond reasonable doubt, that you have strong ties to your home country which will compel you to return home after a short visit to Canada. While such strong ties may vary from person to person, they generally include your home, job, or relationship with friends and family. Whenever you decide to apply for a Canadian visa, the visa officers will thoroughly review your visa application and supporting documents to see the circumstances surrounding your travel plans, finances, job, family, children, and spouse, as well as other ties to your home country.

Once the visa officer is convinced that you have strong ties to your home country, they will have no problem to grant you a Canadian visa. Likewise, if the visa officer has any doubts that your ties are weak based on the information on your application or the supporting document you submit to the Canadian Embassy, they will deny you. Many applicants obtain a Canadian visa, failed to adhere to the visa terms and overstayed in Canada; resulting in why a Canadian visa can be difficult to obtain at times. The visa officer wants to make sure that you will return home after a short stay. Most applicants who apply for a Canadian visa say they are traveling for vacation purposes and running off. Henceforth, this is why visa officers are strict- based on the bad reputation of previous applicants.
If you are lucky to obtain a Canadian visa, please adhere to the terms of the visa so that more persons can get a visa whenever they decide to apply, due to the excellent track record of previous applicants.

At Expedite Travel Services, we have a team of qualified, professional, and experienced visa specialists that will help you prove to the visa officer that you have strong ties to your home country.