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[Wolverine17]

Officer could have assumed that he needed a PCC and might not have bothered to sum up his stay in Chile as PCC has already been provided. Just guessing.. I think when they see a PCC, they naturally assume that applicant got one because he needed it.

Maybe its true but nonethe less i dOnt think that he deserved a rejection based on that secanrio

 

[astralsource]

Thank you dear.
I hope that moron comes soon, i am so so pi**ed.
Moreover you guys will be shocked what transpired today- I called them and asked them that okay if my agent is on leave, call him/her ask my login id and tell me about my status. Another dumba## answers, don't worry Mam we are very up to date with the process its taking 2.5 months for medical pass. I think of jail, and stop myself from getting out of phone and killing her. i very politely tell her that lady this very very old news, medicals are being passed at 37-40 days as of last week. then she still is persistant on her stupidity, "no no mam i know we check all applicants on daily basis" I am super mad at this point and tell her to check my status and revert as that is what i am paying her for. She tells me okay i will e-mail you, I wait for an e-mail till 4 PM, none. i call nobody answers. now I am going there tomorrow and hell is going to break loose for them. I am putting a reminder on my phone for every minute " that jail time will not suit me" so that i don't kill anyone and reduce some amount of stupidity on outr planet.

You re funny I would probably do the same. What a bunch of losers who exploit peoples hopes and dreams oh just the worst kind!!! I am very surprised there are no laws that would protect the people from this kind of CRIMINAL ACTIVITY.

@astralsource what was your message for IP1 before it went to NA? Was it "Your application is in progress. Next step is to conduct background check" or "Your background check is in progress"?

It was Your application is in progress. We will send you a message when we start your background check.

I dont think so!!!! Infact I thought @astralsource was a guy. Turned out to be a gal!!!

@gurik : If you are a gal, i will be wrong twice..

We are all girls, in fact I realised almost 60-70% of the forum are women! Does that mean we are better at consulting? For example, this post is clearly written by an angry woman, I can almost imagine her yelling at the consultants: : )))) And she is right, if people would react to these frauds, there wouldnt be so much of them!! We must fight for the better world!!

That's exactly what I am going to threaten them tomorrow, that who will be responsible then? and I will be dragging them off to a bloody consumer court. You won't believe the reason the head of the company gave me when i complained and confronted him of the agent not checking my documents. he said," I understand blah blah, i will tell them to check carefull now onwards blah blah, these women (my employees) work very hard and are bothered so much by clients for little things and queries, plus they have family issues also, some have bf problems, I sometimes help them sort out these matters, so sometimes someone is upset so things happen, but dont worry i will take care."
I was staring at him like, what are you saying you F**king stupid old man? what are they being paid for then if they can't handle queries, who cares they have issues, everyone has, then they should sit home and stop ruining people's lives here veacause of their issues. This was the brutal murder of professionalism that i witnessed. I just didn't wanted any negativity in my file so i let it be and didn't pursued it.

Lol, just wondering why y'all assume they are guys......hehehe

Been wondering about this too maybe I should put a kitten in my signature then there would be no mistakes.

 

[Zoide]

How long after receiving a ghost email should I receive an update about my medicals?

I got the email at 8:23 AM EST and my application currently says "We are reviewing the results of your medical exam".

Thanks

 

[astralsource]

How long after receiving a ghost email should I receive an update about my medicals?

I got the email at 8:23 AM EST and my application currently says "We are reviewing the results of your medical exam".

Thanks

Chrons disease is all about proper nutrition right.. please just try to eat vegetarian and I really really know it will help you. As for Medical, go to the home page of this forum and run a search for "inadmissibility". You'll find lots of threads with good information in case you get in some trouble. Everything can be solved with a proper advice. If I manage to find one particular thread I was following, will let you know but dont worry for now, it might be OK. Give it a day or two, they are working on your file.

 

[astralsource]

I have finally resigned today, it was my last day at work!!! Wanted to tell you that I have heard a lot of good stories about LinkedIn and Canadian employers, that is THE network to be on! Make sure you invest enough time and creativity in presenting yourself to your future boss/es

 

[Zoide]

When people pass medicals (or get a fairness letter), does it mean that IRCC has already checked other parts of the application (police certificates, proof of funds, job letters)?

Thanks

 

[Fishal2017]

It was very difficult, I had to file e-apr, docs pressure, couldn't trust these morons, didn't wanted to get involved in a case with them (though I considered), as didn't wanted any delays and problems in my file. So i just let it be. Though i still have saved all data and e-mail conversations in case i decide to pursue a case, but still till CoPR, I'd hold that thought.

Well it seems that MOST of th m behave this way and have O knowledge about anything.
So sorry for the experience you had gone through.
Even the agents outside India are same. They have NO idea about what's going on and rely on forums like these to gather information.
The IRCC clearly mentions on their website that you don't need a lawyer or a representative to apply for PR. Everything is there on their website.
Anything if you want to ask just email them and you will get a reply from IRCC directly.
Even after knowing all this, we have applied through an agent and that is as before EE started in Jan of 2015.
They could not even find the NOC for us in beginning and then we have to find and tell them.
Then once EE started, everything went smoothly online and we submitted all the documents on our own.
(All the money paid which was obviously upfront- half now , half after this nonsense.)
Money gone , lesson learned hard way.
Now waiting for PPR, after submitting all the documents including Medical's.
Don't loose hope and waste your energy fighting with them. All you loose is your peace and piece of your mind. They r professional crooks.
All the best to everyone waiting.

 

[Baahubali]

No need to answer this one. I just found this .

Hahaha, Well yeah @Baahubali, @jpv2212. Its all girl power over here

It's kinda funny how we just assume that a forum member is a guy. Now I am going to stop assuming and focus on the application so that I don't get any more surprises.

 

[shrik_14]

For my PCC from India, i got a PCC certificate as well as a stamp on my passport. This should be ok right? got it on 10th april. Heard they dont stamp the passport anymore.

 

[johnsyk]

Guys, while i I do understand the frustration about going to consultants, please remember, they need to make a living and technically they really haven't done anything illegal. Yes, they might be crap at what they do but they haven't done anything illegal.

1 - You went to them with your eyes wide open.
2 - Most of them really dont lie. They usually just tell you things you want to hear but they don't lie. For example, they say, you need IELTS 6 to qualify. That's actually true. If you dont get 6, you are not eligible for Express Entry.
3 - They explained the process and made you sign a cheque.
4 - You signed the right to your profile to them. You have also agreed to let them represent you in the ICC application.

If you do not do research and trust the first sweet talking man you meet, you might also be the one paying extra for your cable connection, getting the most expensive flight deals and paying more than needed for a brand new car. If you think your consultant conned you, I would recommend you also investigate if you are paying more for your hotels and flights. You will be surprised on how much you can save when you using meta search options like ITA matrix. And perhaps you might be paying extra for cable for years! Ever heard of IPTV streams?

Google is your friend. Knowledge is power. MANY OF US were like you at some point. No one was born with CIC knowledge in their heads. In October of 2016, I knew nothing about Canada Immigration. Zilch. Nothing. I wasn't even thinking of moving till I spoke to a friend and I googled Canada Immigration and then I found some calculator. I punched in my details and it said - You are Eligible under the Express Entry system.

I did get in touch with 4 consultants. Got all their quotes. Infact within a day of research I found out that if I was going to use someone it will be someone recognized by IRCC since many of these so called consultants ARE NOT recognized by IRCC. Within 20 days of research, I dumped the whole idea of going to anyone.

All Im saying is, many people use consultants since they don't have the time or just too lazy to do research. I can understand if we are in 1999. Hell, when I went to study to the UK in the 1990s, I used a consultant since there was not internet and long distance calls were expensive. Today in the age of the internet where you pay bills online, information is on your finger tips, tickets and even supermarket delivery can be sorted online, I have no empathy for people who still visit a physical travel agency to buy a ticket! If you are silly to do that, you deserve to be ripped off.

I am not defending consultants. They are the scum. But I am sorry, its 60% your fault. You chose to go to them. They didn't come to you or force you to take their services.

Rant over. Thank you.

 

[johnsyk]

Let me show you one of my quotes. I am not going to name them since they have not conned me or caused me any harm. They are a company based in Canada with offices in Middle East. I choose not go with them but I will show you how they make a big deal of things and charge people!

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Our fees for assisting you with the immigration process are as follows:

Payment 1 – Due Upon Signing the Retainer Agreement

Our Fee: CAD 1700 and CAD 335 for your spouse

Disbursement Fund: CAD 150 (Note: We will use this amount to cover disbursements during the application process and will repay any amounts not used) - I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THE HELL A DISBURSEMENT FUND IS!!

Payment 2 – Due Before Completion of Express Entry Profile

Our Fee: CAD 1200 - SO BY NOW, THEY HAVEN'T DONE ANYTHING AND THEY HAVE TAKEN MORE THAN HALF THE MONEY. HAHA.

Separately you will need to pay the Canadian Government Filing Fee for Express Entry (called the Cost Recovery Fee) - I STILL DON'T HAVE A PROFILE BUT I HAVE TO PAY THE CANADIAN GOVT?

Payment 3 – Due Upon Receiving Invitation for Permanent Residency

Our Fee: CAD 2100 – This amount is due after you have been selected by the Canadian Government to apply for permanent residency
Separately you will need to pay the Canadian Government Filing Fee for Federal Skilled Worker Application (called the Right of Permanent Residence Fee)
Please note that we will inform you if we require any additional amounts to cover disbursements prior to the payment due date - SURE THING. I WILL PAY MORE DISBURSEMENT. I DESERVE THIS COZ I'M A SUCKER.

Step 2: Obtaining Your Supporting Documentation

There are a number of documents you will need to obtain before we can submit your Express Entry Profile. These include (but are not limited to) your English and/or French language test results and accreditation of your education credentials by a recognized institution. Our office will assist you in this process and review your documents as you submit them to ensure compliance with the Canadian immigration rules.

Step 3: Completing Your Express Entry Profile

We will complete your Express Entry profile based on information you provide to us and send the application to you for review and approval before we submit it to the Canadian Government. Once completed as required and to your satisfaction, we will submit the application and supporting documents.

Step 4: Your Profile is Live!

Once your application has been reviewed by an Immigration Officer (this process usually takes up to 6 months) and you are approved for the Express Entry pool you will then have 12 months to be selected by the Federal Government of Canada, a Provincial Government or a Canadian Employer.

Step 5: Being Selected and Submitting your Permanent Residency Visa Application

Once you are selected by the Federal Government of Canada, a Provincial Government or a Canadian Employer, we will be notified and you will have 60 days to complete your Permanent Residency Visa Application. The Permanent Residency Visa Application requires additional supporting documents which we suggest you start collecting immediately after submitting your Express Entry Profile as it can take some time to collect the necessary documents and this 60 day window period can go by quickly.

Step 6: Moving to Canada

After we submit your Permanent Residency Visa Application at your local visa office, it will take several months for the application to be processed (the timing of which changes frequently and varies between offices). We suggest that you take this time to get ready for your anticipated move to Canada.

Considerations

As we mentioned in our previous correspondence, we cannot guarantee results. In spite of our best efforts, you may not receive an invitation to permanent residency under Express Entry or may be unable to submit an application to a Canadian Province during the time that we represent you.

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As you can see, they don't lie. But they make it sound like we are planning a mission to the moon.
And we will end up being poorer by 5485 CAD!

 

[johnsyk]

How long after receiving a ghost email should I receive an update about my medicals?

I got the email at 8:23 AM EST and my application currently says "We are reviewing the results of your medical exam".

Thanks

Let me try and help you man. This is what I know based on what I have seen on the profile.

1 - They might pass you if you are within the limit. There is a limit to which they are OK with. I am not sure about the exact amount though.
2 - They might ask you go back to your physician for a second detailed check.
3 - They will not reject you outright as far as I know. They will give you a medical procedural fairness letter giving you time to appeal.
4 - There is NOTHING you can do right now but to wait. If you get a medical procedural fairness letter, you have time to appeal with further evidence to support your case on why you believe that you will not be a burden.
5 - I am sure CIC is helpful and if you get a letter, they might give you clear instructions on the way forward.

If you can afford it, a lawyer is not a bad idea if you want to fight this. However I will do further research on this before I waste money on a lawyer and if a lawyer can truly help you. They may or may not be able to help you but its something you can do further research on. If you are ineligible due to medical admissibility, your chance of going to Canada EVER becomes Zero till your issue is sorted. In such cases, only a lawyer can help you IF you can PROVE that you will not be a burden on their system.

I hope you pass medical and all is well.

Hope this helps.

 

[johnsyk]

Lastly If I were to ever use a lawyer or consultant, I have decided that I will ONLY use Campbell Cohen. They have given us this forum for free. They do not moderate it or remove the posts where we talk down consultants. They have given us their servers to help us all connect and get this all done for free. They are recognized by IRCC. And if my case gets complicated ever or I need a lawyer ever in my life, i know they will be the ONLY ones I will ever go to. For all that they have done for us for free, they sure do deserve my business!

 

[spth38]

Let me show you one of my quotes. I am not going to name them since they have not conned me or caused me any harm. They are a company based in Canada with offices in Middle East. I choose not go with them but I will show you how they make a big deal of things and charge people!

------

Our fees for assisting you with the immigration process are as follows:

Payment 1 – Due Upon Signing the Retainer Agreement

Our Fee: CAD 1700 and CAD 335 for your spouse

Disbursement Fund: CAD 150 (Note: We will use this amount to cover disbursements during the application process and will repay any amounts not used) - I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT THE HELL A DISBURSEMENT FUND IS!!

Payment 2 – Due Before Completion of Express Entry Profile

Our Fee: CAD 1200 - SO BY NOW, THEY HAVEN'T DONE ANYTHING AND THEY HAVE TAKEN MORE THAN HALF THE MONEY. HAHA.

Separately you will need to pay the Canadian Government Filing Fee for Express Entry (called the Cost Recovery Fee) - I STILL DON'T HAVE A PROFILE BUT I HAVE TO PAY THE CANADIAN GOVT?

Payment 3 – Due Upon Receiving Invitation for Permanent Residency

Our Fee: CAD 2100 – This amount is due after you have been selected by the Canadian Government to apply for permanent residency
Separately you will need to pay the Canadian Government Filing Fee for Federal Skilled Worker Application (called the Right of Permanent Residence Fee)
Please note that we will inform you if we require any additional amounts to cover disbursements prior to the payment due date - SURE THING. I WILL PAY MORE DISBURSEMENT. I DESERVE THIS COZ I'M A SUCKER.

Step 2: Obtaining Your Supporting Documentation

There are a number of documents you will need to obtain before we can submit your Express Entry Profile. These include (but are not limited to) your English and/or French language test results and accreditation of your education credentials by a recognized institution. Our office will assist you in this process and review your documents as you submit them to ensure compliance with the Canadian immigration rules.

Step 3: Completing Your Express Entry Profile

We will complete your Express Entry profile based on information you provide to us and send the application to you for review and approval before we submit it to the Canadian Government. Once completed as required and to your satisfaction, we will submit the application and supporting documents.

Step 4: Your Profile is Live!

Once your application has been reviewed by an Immigration Officer (this process usually takes up to 6 months) and you are approved for the Express Entry pool you will then have 12 months to be selected by the Federal Government of Canada, a Provincial Government or a Canadian Employer.

Step 5: Being Selected and Submitting your Permanent Residency Visa Application

Once you are selected by the Federal Government of Canada, a Provincial Government or a Canadian Employer, we will be notified and you will have 60 days to complete your Permanent Residency Visa Application. The Permanent Residency Visa Application requires additional supporting documents which we suggest you start collecting immediately after submitting your Express Entry Profile as it can take some time to collect the necessary documents and this 60 day window period can go by quickly.

Step 6: Moving to Canada

After we submit your Permanent Residency Visa Application at your local visa office, it will take several months for the application to be processed (the timing of which changes frequently and varies between offices). We suggest that you take this time to get ready for your anticipated move to Canada.

Considerations

As we mentioned in our previous correspondence, we cannot guarantee results. In spite of our best efforts, you may not receive an invitation to permanent residency under Express Entry or may be unable to submit an application to a Canadian Province during the time that we represent you.

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As you can see, they don't lie. But they make it sound like we are planning a mission to the moon.
And we will end up being poorer by 5485 CAD!

I totally agree with you that they make it like a mission to Moon or even Mars!!

To be fair, there are people who really think going to Canada is as difficult as going to the moon and they don't want to invest time researching but they just want the results. I think some will find 5k CAD is worth it because it takes away the troubles, such as getting inaccurate inform from the internet, anxious about Med Pass, NA, IP1, IP2...
To some people, the more they know (but not completely), the higher level of anxiety they will have.

(I just hope they can meet an immigration consultant, who can do his job right)

 

[Baahubali]

It was very difficult, I had to file e-apr, docs pressure, couldn't trust these morons, didn't wanted to get involved in a case with them (though I considered), as didn't wanted any delays and problems in my file. So i just let it be. Though i still have saved all data and e-mail conversations in case i decide to pursue a case, but still till CoPR, I'd hold that thought.

I used to go to my consultant's office every now and then to put pressure on them. They were very indifferent when I asked them anything on phone. That's why I had chosen a consultant in my city Pune itself so I can get things done faster.

Also I don't recommend getting into legal trouble with them. Remember they have your personal data...passport, degree certificates, etc. They might mess with it. Just get this all done and don't look back. Yes you can always warn other people of them.