Sorry to hear this. Ideally you'd request for GCMS and reapply after but that might not be feasible for Jan intake given the loooooong processing times for family applications. Are you open to deferring to May/September? If so, that might be a better option.
SDS 2022 Processing Time
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Many people messaged me regarding help for visa refusal, wanted to share some tips guys -
Firstly, I did not attached the SOP 2nd time, I just attached a justification letter when re-applying. I have seen samples on this canadavisa forums and made the similar letter for me according to my gcms notes. I cannot share my letter but can share bullet points which I explained in my J.Letter.
Your name
Just write a justification letter like this, but first order gcms notes from this website which I personally used and they delivered in 16 days (https://gcmsnotes.com/order-details) and see what was the actual reason visa officer denied your file on the last page of your result, result will come in around 16 days minimum from CBSA and can take upto 35 days from CIC.. then after knowing real reason, prove them in your justification letter and write in a humble and requesting tone and then re-file visa again with all same rest documents. Also mention at last in your justification letter that what new documents are you attaching in the 2nd attempt.
TIP 2 : Always make your parents as sponsor for people with financial refusal, transfer your saving in their account and show that they will keep sending you money frequently for each expense till the period you stay in Canada. Also, attach NET worth certificate signed & stamped by CA if needed.
TIP 3 : Don't go for NON-SDS if you have program more than 1 year and do not have liquid funds to show equivalent to your remaining year fees.
TIP 4 : Always attach bank statements verified and stamped from bank employee with their employee number, Online bank statements are not valid for the visa.
TIP 5 : Do NOT, i repeat DO NOT choose any course to just go canada some how, this is worst mistake people doing because of the agents. Agents see their benefit guys, don't fall in the trap even if it seems too good. Choose the course always related to your previous history for people going after Graduation.
Tip 6 : Choose province properly, don't go with the crowd. It's a myth that TORONTO is only best in canada. People are earning more in other provinces with ease of life and good weather, less snow, less taxes and affordable housing. Again, agents will tell you to go colleges near toronto area only because that's where THEY making more money with college tie-ups and good commissions. If your agent does not have tie-ups in montreal or Nova scotia, he will misguide you and convice you to go toronto only.... My suggestions are - Montreal, British colombia, and Alberta-edmonton, because living is less expensive as a student.
That's all from my side. Thanks
Firstly, I did not attached the SOP 2nd time, I just attached a justification letter when re-applying. I have seen samples on this canadavisa forums and made the similar letter for me according to my gcms notes. I cannot share my letter but can share bullet points which I explained in my J.Letter.
- The purpose of my visit to Canada or REASONS BEHIND PURSUING XXXX PROGRAM ( 200 words )
- COURSE RELEVANCE WITH PREVIOUS PURSUITS (300 words)
- LEVEL OF ESTABLISHMENT AND FINANCIAL ABILITIES ( 100 words )
- MISSING DOCUMENTS (100 words)
- FUTURE GOALS AND REASONS TO RETURN TO (Your country name without brackets) -
- Ties to Home Country ( 100 words ) - write about very strong family ties which sounds like you can't even dream about settling there.
- CONCLUSION ( 100 words )
- Additional Information ( write about the new changes/items/docs you are providing in this attempt which were not attached in 1st attempt, like if you got married etc ) - ( mine was 4-5 new documents)
Your name
Just write a justification letter like this, but first order gcms notes from this website which I personally used and they delivered in 16 days (https://gcmsnotes.com/order-details) and see what was the actual reason visa officer denied your file on the last page of your result, result will come in around 16 days minimum from CBSA and can take upto 35 days from CIC.. then after knowing real reason, prove them in your justification letter and write in a humble and requesting tone and then re-file visa again with all same rest documents. Also mention at last in your justification letter that what new documents are you attaching in the 2nd attempt.
TIP 2 : Always make your parents as sponsor for people with financial refusal, transfer your saving in their account and show that they will keep sending you money frequently for each expense till the period you stay in Canada. Also, attach NET worth certificate signed & stamped by CA if needed.
TIP 3 : Don't go for NON-SDS if you have program more than 1 year and do not have liquid funds to show equivalent to your remaining year fees.
TIP 4 : Always attach bank statements verified and stamped from bank employee with their employee number, Online bank statements are not valid for the visa.
TIP 5 : Do NOT, i repeat DO NOT choose any course to just go canada some how, this is worst mistake people doing because of the agents. Agents see their benefit guys, don't fall in the trap even if it seems too good. Choose the course always related to your previous history for people going after Graduation.
Tip 6 : Choose province properly, don't go with the crowd. It's a myth that TORONTO is only best in canada. People are earning more in other provinces with ease of life and good weather, less snow, less taxes and affordable housing. Again, agents will tell you to go colleges near toronto area only because that's where THEY making more money with college tie-ups and good commissions. If your agent does not have tie-ups in montreal or Nova scotia, he will misguide you and convice you to go toronto only.... My suggestions are - Montreal, British colombia, and Alberta-edmonton, because living is less expensive as a student.
That's all from my side. Thanks
Oh, no...
I am so sorry to hear that. I was under the impression that we'd be the only couple who have got a refusal in our group of family applicants.. So disappointed together with you.However, we are getting ready to re-apply, and so should you! We have been waiting for our GCMS notes for more than 30 days already, they are due in another 30 days. I am also awaiting for the decision about my request for deferral for September 2023 from my university. Which semester you are thinking about to defer to?
Again, so sorry! And good luck to both of us!
Many people messaged me regarding help for visa refusal, wanted to share some tips guys -
Firstly, I did not attached the SOP 2nd time, I just attached a justification letter when re-applying. I have seen samples on this canadavisa forums and made the similar letter for me according to my gcms notes. I cannot share my letter but can share bullet points which I explained in my J.Letter.
warm regards,
- The purpose of my visit to Canada or REASONS BEHIND PURSUING XXXX PROGRAM ( 200 words )
- COURSE RELEVANCE WITH PREVIOUS PURSUITS (300 words)
- LEVEL OF ESTABLISHMENT AND FINANCIAL ABILITIES ( 100 words )
- MISSING DOCUMENTS (100 words)
- FUTURE GOALS AND REASONS TO RETURN TO (Your country name without brackets) -
- Ties to Home Country ( 100 words ) - write about very strong family ties which sounds like you can't even dream about settling there.
- CONCLUSION ( 100 words )
- Additional Information ( write about the new changes/items/docs you are providing in this attempt which were not attached in 1st attempt, like if you got married etc ) - ( mine was 4-5 new documents)
Your name
Just write a justification letter like this, but first order gcms notes from this website which I personally used and they delivered in 16 days (https://gcmsnotes.com/order-details) and see what was the actual reason visa officer denied your file on the last page of your result, result will come in around 16 days minimum from CBSA and can take upto 35 days from CIC.. then after knowing real reason, prove them in your justification letter and write in a humble and requesting tone and then re-file visa again with all same rest documents. Also mention at last in your justification letter that what new documents are you attaching in the 2nd attempt.
TIP 2 : Always make your parents as sponsor for people with financial refusal, transfer your saving in their account and show that they will keep sending you money frequently for each expense till the period you stay in Canada. Also, attach NET worth certificate signed & stamped by CA if needed.
TIP 3 : Don't go for NON-SDS if you have program more than 1 year and do not have liquid funds to show equivalent to your remaining year fees.
TIP 4 : Always attach bank statements verified and stamped from bank employee with their employee number, Online bank statements are not valid for the visa.
TIP 5 : Do NOT, i repeat DO NOT choose any course to just go canada some how, this is worst mistake people doing because of the agents. Agents see their benefit guys, don't fall in the trap even if it seems too good. Choose the course always related to your previous history for people going after Graduation.
Tip 6 : Choose province properly, don't go with the crowd. It's a myth that TORONTO is only best in canada. People are earning more in other provinces with ease of life and good weather, less snow, less taxes and affordable housing. Again, agents will tell you to go colleges near toronto area only because that's where THEY making more money with college tie-ups and good commissions. If your agent does not have tie-ups in montreal or Nova scotia, he will misguide you and convice you to go toronto only.... My suggestions are - Montreal, British colombia, and Alberta-edmonton, because living is less expensive as a student.
That's all from my side. Thanks
Thank you for your detailed and candid answer and desire to hep! A lot of useful tips! May I ask, what kind of additional documents you provided on your second application? Were they to prove your ties to your home country?
With the blessing of Almighty and the blessings of my parents and sister finally we received the PPR on 5th October.
SDS from India
File lodged - May 25
Biometric updated - 1 June
Medical passed July 5 for SOWP
Eligibility review never started
BVL, PPR, Medical Updated for SP - October 5
Thanks a lot, guys especially @geet and @parrots and each and every one of you in here for providing every vital information regarding visa filling and boosting our morals when we were low... I hope each and every one in this group receive the PPR. May God bless us all.
Edit: While submitting the passport can I raise one web form for 2 applicants (SP+SOWP) and send the passport with documents in a separate envelope or do I have to raise 2 web forms? kindly help.
SDS from India
File lodged - May 25
Biometric updated - 1 June
Medical passed July 5 for SOWP
Eligibility review never started
BVL, PPR, Medical Updated for SP - October 5
Thanks a lot, guys especially @geet and @parrots and each and every one of you in here for providing every vital information regarding visa filling and boosting our morals when we were low... I hope each and every one in this group receive the PPR. May God bless us all.
Edit: While submitting the passport can I raise one web form for 2 applicants (SP+SOWP) and send the passport with documents in a separate envelope or do I have to raise 2 web forms? kindly help.
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Hey everyone , this is my student visa timeline:
Category: SDS (Pakistan)
Application submission : 20th sept
Biometrics completed and submitted : 21st sept
Medical exam passed : 23rd sept
Eligibility started : 26th sept
PPR : 03rd October
I'd like to thanks everyone who helped me regarding my confusions submitting application. Feel free to ask questions if you have any.
Regards,
Category: SDS (Pakistan)
Application submission : 20th sept
Biometrics completed and submitted : 21st sept
Medical exam passed : 23rd sept
Eligibility started : 26th sept
PPR : 03rd October
I'd like to thanks everyone who helped me regarding my confusions submitting application. Feel free to ask questions if you have any.
Regards,
What SDS processed with in 15 days ??
Was it a fresh application? When did you undergone medical test?
If you ordered from government directly it is taking up to 90 days. If through private company, it will not be any faster.
Congratulation ..that was super quick.
Hey @phoenix197 My warmest congratulations to you!
Absolutely fantastic news and the long wait is over! So, all in all, we were right, the average time for family applications this year is 18-20 weeks. Thank you too for your kind responses and staying connected all this nerve-wracking time! It has been quite an experience already! Good luck to you guys! And hope we stay in touch To answer your questions, always submit one everything (form, application) for two, you being a prime applicant and your wife being the accompanying partner. Good luck!