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  1. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    I have taken IELTS with both British Council and IDP in Riyadh. I can't say which one is easier but I believe better facilities make the exam easier/less stressful. I got the same score at BC and IDP. My impression of both of them is as follows: - IDP test registration is more convenient as...
  2. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    In Riyadh, you can also go to Middle East TranslationOffice in Hara area near ABAD Clinic.
  3. lawrence2007

    PNP PROCESS TIME IN ABU DHABI OFFICE

    Congrats Maazeeliansp. Yours is the most awaited PPR. Wish you a speedy visa stamping.
  4. lawrence2007

    Applying for FSW from Oman - Need Help Guys

    1. Will there be any problems obtaining the PCC in Oman ? They ask for a letter from the employer to get PCC, I think that will be a problem... Answer: I don’t think there should be a problem as many people have obtained the PCC. You might have to tell the reason for obtaining PCC to your...
  5. lawrence2007

    police certificate from Pakistan

    It might be helpful to explain the situation to your visa office by writing them a letter. I was in a similar situation where it taking long time (around 4 months) to get police clearance from Bahrain through their embassy. Visa office waived the PCC requirement. I submitted copies of entry/exit...
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    Ontario FSW Pilot

    Brother, I would siggest you to try to stay on in canada as job search takes long time. If you have family with you, send them back as this will ease financial burden. For job search go to agencies like robert half, michael page, hays group and randstand as they have contractual job placements...
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    PNP PROCESS TIME IN ABU DHABI OFFICE

    Read few pages of this thread. You will get your answer as procedure for PCC is a frequently asked question: www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/saudi-arabia-based-applicant-t69120.1335.html
  8. lawrence2007

    Any Kuwait FSWP Applicants? help with Civil ID issue date pls

    If you were born and raised in Kuwait and have never been resident of any country other than Kuwait, then your residence in Kuwait starts from your date of birth. You will not need any civil ID etc to prove this. I hope this helps.
  9. lawrence2007

    FSW immigration- Advise needed, your replies will be appreciated.

    try asking the question at a WES specific thread for more answers/guidance. In addition to WES, there are two other credential evaluation agencies. Also see if they require HEC attestation or not...
  10. lawrence2007

    past travel details

    it would be better to mention the trips city-wise as that is what is required. If the space on the form is insufficient, you can add extra sheets.
  11. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    Hi, Cant say much on a good consultant as most people who come to this forum want to apply for immigration on their own rather than using a consultant. A good starting point can be: http://www.cic.gc.ca/english/immigrate/index.asp
  12. lawrence2007

    Cheapest flight option

    Check websites like expedia.com to get an idea of chcheap flights
  13. lawrence2007

    Opportunity to immigrate to a small city in Manitoba

    Read this link. It tells you all about Morden immigration: mordenmb.com/business/immigrate-to-morden
  14. lawrence2007

    Canadian Language Benchmark Test (CLB) at SAIT polytechnic

    Check out the below blog with very comprehensive overview of CLB test: wormhomesweethome.blogspot.ca/2013/04/canadian-language-benchmark-test-clb.html When I took the CLB test, my impression was as follows: - CLB is slightly difficult compared to IELTS as the grading is more subjective on the...
  15. lawrence2007

    How much money should I have to apply

    normally fee is paid by credit card. you can also ask your bank to make bank draft payable in CAD to 'Receiver General for Canada'.
  16. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    The DD is valid for six months.
  17. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    Writing the name etc at the back of the draft is just a precaution so that your draft does not get misplaced in the visa office. It is also advised by the visa office themselves. See instructions: www.canadainternational.gc.ca/united_kingdom-royaume_uni/visas/fees-frais.aspx...
  18. lawrence2007

    Toronto landing-things that need to be done and how?

    It is confirmed that you will need to open a new bank account with HSBC Canada. However, all your accounts with HSBC in different countries will be linked to each other through Global View and you can make free Global Money Transfers between these accounts. The point about less number of HSBC...
  19. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    You have to simply go to your bank branch and request the teller to issue a bank draft for Canadian Dollars XX in favor of THE RECEIVER GENERAL FOR CANADA. It must be drawn on any bank branch in Canada. You do not need to tell them the specific branch name/address in Canada. Your bank will know...
  20. lawrence2007

    Saudi Arabia based Applicant

    You can simply write the date of your arrival in KSA as the start date and current date as the latest date for residence in saudi. No need to wait for the iqama. Also, company letter will not be helpful.