anyone here : letter purpose of visit (should i revise it or not)

[honey0308]

hi ! everyone who did a letter for purpose of visit ..
is it okay or i should revised some parts??
i need suggestions from you guys ..

thanks!



To Whom It May Concern,

My name is -------- from --------, Philippines and presently residing now here at ______ for my work. I'm the girlfriend of Mr.---------, who is living in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. I'm writing this letter in the hopes of demonstrating why I would like to apply for a visitor visa in Canada. My main purpose of applying for a visitor visa is to visit and spend time with my boyfriend.

I would like to visit in Canada for eight ( 8 ) weeks, starting from ____ to _____ of this year. My boyfriend and I plan to have me living in his home in Windsor, Ontario, where he will take care of all expenses, including food, living expenses utilities, transportation, and entertainment. He is a 8th year machine operator in ______ with a salary of about ________ a year with a healthy bank balance, and no debts. On weekdays, he will continue to to work while I stay at his house, so that he will continue to have an income during my stay. On weekends, we plan on taking a weekend trip to Niagara Falls together and a trip to Ontario Park. Niagara Falls trip expenses will be covered by my boyfriend while the Ontario Park trip is only a few hours drive (see attached document “Plans While in Canada”). My boyfriend will be my only source of transportation, so I will not have to spend on taxis or public transit. He will also buy me a private health insurance during my stay. Any extra funds that I'm bringing to Canada will likely only be used as a last resort, as my boyfriend has a good job and salary, and will take care of all expenses.

My travel history is in Dubai (where I currently work). My family ties include my daughter, ------ (6years old), my older sisters, -------- (in-born blind) and ------, my younger brother, -------- , my aunt and my cousins, ------ (aunt), ----------- (cousins), and my grandparents (mother's side) --------- living in ------------ , Philippines. I've lived with my immediate family my entire life, so my family ties back in Philippines are still very strong.

My plan is to spend a time with my boyfriend, to know him better as well and to meet his family, relatives, and friends personally, but it doesn't mean that I'll overstay my visitor visa and not return home. I've lived in Philippines almost my entire life, I have virtually all of my friends and immediate family living there, my family ties strong back home, and I will absolutely return home before my visa expires. Last, but not the least, I have absolutely no intention of overstaying my visit, not only would that be a violation of the terms of my visa, but there is no need anyway because we know that we can still keep in touch through social networking and also I can visit him maybe twice a year, just in case you will approved my multiple visa entry. To show my further intention of not overstaying my visitor visa, I've attached another document, (“Plans for trip with my family in 2015”) that shows my detailed plans for my family after my visit here in Canada. I've stayed here in Dubai for two (2) years and I really missed my family so much especially my kids who are both studying in the Philippines.

I hope this letter will help convince you of my genuine desire to visit my boyfriend and leaving Canada at the end of my stay. Thank you very much for your time.

 

[Bryanna]

Hi,

I feel you must revise your Purpose of Visit document.

I'm the girlfriend of Mr.---------, who is living in Windsor, Ontario, Canada.

My main purpose of applying for a visitor visa is to visit and spend time with my boyfriend.

These are potential red flags..... you have also stated plans about visiting twice a year.... all this indicates that you want to establish stronger ties to Canada..... and regardless of what you may write about not overstaying your visit, it may wrongly seem that you are likely to overstay.

I would also advise not to use words like boyfriend/girlfriend.... there have been pretty quick refusals in such cases.


Based on your draft, my advice is:
a. Mention a shorter duration visit.... 8 weeks means your employment ties to Dubai are not strong

b. Your overall financial dependence on your boyfriend is quite a bit.... as you are applying for a TRV, you must prove you have the financial means to fund the trip.... try to show that you have liquid funds of approx. CAD 1000/week of visit + airfare.... and he can support your visit by way of accommodation, local travel expenses, etc

c. Most of your family resides in Philippines while you are working in Dubai.... hence, you will have to show stronger ties to Dubai.... your family ties in Philippines won't help much

d. Do not mention about future plans to visit twice a year, etc


You can submit documents such as:
a. Your employment letter, salary slips, bank statements, time off work letter for 2-3 weeks

b. Your financial investments

c. Family ties in Dubai, if any

d. Credit Card statements showing credit limits (if the dues are low)

d. Submit separate documents like Cover Letter (synopsis of your visa application) + Day-by-day Itinerary/Purpose of Visit with expense estimates in CAD.... purpose of visit is to meet your friends/typical sightseeing etc

e. If you're sending money back to the Philippines to your family/kids then you can write in the Cover Letter that you must resume work by XX date.... this will indicate that you are not likely to stay back in Canada because you have financial responsibilities.... you can also provide supporting evidence for this

f. If your plans for a holiday with your family (after your Canada visit) are to another country/Philippines + you have made travel reservations/bookings then it would help for your TRV.... otherwise these plans are only tentative

g. Any other ties to Dubai (not really to the Philippines because you're based in Dubai)


Hope this helps

 

[honey0308]

Hi,

I feel you must revise your Purpose of Visit document.
These are potential red flags..... you have also stated plans about visiting twice a year.... all this indicates that you want to establish stronger ties to Canada..... and regardless of what you may write about not overstaying your visit, it may wrongly seem that you are likely to overstay.

I would also advise not to use words like boyfriend/girlfriend.... there have been pretty quick refusals in such cases.


Based on your draft, my advice is:
a. Mention a shorter duration visit.... 8 weeks means your employment ties to Dubai are not strong

b. Your overall financial dependence on your boyfriend is quite a bit.... as you are applying for a TRV, you must prove you have the financial means to fund the trip.... try to show that you have liquid funds of approx. CAD 1000/week of visit + airfare.... and he can support your visit by way of accommodation, local travel expenses, etc

c. Most of your family resides in Philippines while you are working in Dubai.... hence, you will have to show stronger ties to Dubai.... your family ties in Philippines won't help much

d. Do not mention about future plans to visit twice a year, etc


You can submit documents such as:
a. Your employment letter, salary slips, bank statements, time off work letter for 2-3 weeks

b. Your financial investments

c. Family ties in Dubai, if any

d. Credit Card statements showing credit limits (if the dues are low)

d. Submit separate documents like Cover Letter (synopsis of your visa application) + Day-by-day Itinerary/Purpose of Visit with expense estimates in CAD.... purpose of visit is to meet your friends/typical sightseeing etc

e. If you're sending money back to the Philippines to your family/kids then you can write in the Cover Letter that you must resume work by XX date.... this will indicate that you are not likely to stay back in Canada because you have financial responsibilities.... you can also provide supporting evidence for this

f. If your plans for a holiday with your family (after your Canada visit) are to another country/Philippines + you have made travel reservations/bookings then it would help for your TRV.... otherwise these plans are only tentative

g. Any other ties to Dubai (not really to the Philippines because you're based in Dubai)


Hope this helps

waaaaaah .. I'm waiting for your advice Bryanna. Thank you so much. I'm just planning to visit my bf and take some infos so that I know what to do if that day comes. Maybe in 2017 . About my work in Dubai , that is contractual. Its a 2 years contract. How will I revise that? Do I need to go back first in my home country, Philippines, to have a strong ties in my place? In my proof of Assets, 10,000CAD in my account , is that enough for my stay? 4-6 weeks is that okay? because after going back to my home country , my plan is to work again abroad.

 

[canadalover4987]

I think the word "boyfriend/girlfriend" will be a red flag..... but my opinion it is not that bad because that's the TRUTH and the truth matters to CIC. Otherwise, if you want to lie about the relationship, its all up to you. Do not attempt to tell a lie, that he is just your friend as CIC will not buy that.

Your case is very similar to mine. You need to show on your letter that you are financially capable of visiting your bf. You dont need to tell how much money does your bf have. As this will sounded like you have financial ties to your bf to the extend that you are financially depended on him. This is his money not yours. he is just a bf not a common law,conjugal or even fiancee. do you get the picture?


Ask your bf to give you the following:
-letter of invitation ( this should be carefully written- need to included day by day itinerary and how much money on planning to spend)
-a copy of his certificate of employment stating how much he is earning, position and how long hes been employed there.
-a copy last year t4. (for tax)
-a copy of his birth certificate if he is born in canada or PR card for permanent residence
-a copy of his drivers license as you will stay with him and scan copy of his passport is good too

please see this http://www.cic.gc.ca/ENGLISH/visit/letter.asp



NOW, Prove your ties in your family, your work and in the Philippines.


For example:

-submit a copy of your house title or lease in an apartment or any property you have in the Philippines. how many people live in the same household, you also need to submit that you are regularly sending money to your family back in the Philippines. In order to proof that your family lives in the same household, ask your family to get a barangay clearance, ask them to scan and send it to you. This will show how many people live in your house. get it?

-a copy of your work certificate in dubai- 2 months is too much try to consider 3 weeks. it also need to state when does your company expect you to come back at work, how much you are earning, your current position, how long you have been working for them and if this is a paid vacation or a leave of absence.
your contract in your work, or anything that is significant that you will NEED to go back to work.


-credit card statement if you have any and your bank account statement showing significant amount of money that you can afford the trip without your bf help. This is very important if CIC sees that there a huge deposit in your acct, they will wonder and assume that your partner sent that. if you can prove that you have borrowed money, like loan or investment, then show proof.


- NEVER state that your bf will shoulder all the expense, try to show that you can fund your self like you will buy the ticket, travel insurance, medical expenses, pocket money for shopping etc. try to sound like you are not financially dependent on him. That he will provide you basic commodities like shelter and food but the rest is all yours. get the idea?


- you dont need to tell in your letter that you no reason to overstay, as this sounds like you are eager to go in Canada. You sounded like begging for a visa. CIC expect you to come back and do not over stay. DO NOT SAY YOU WANT MULTIPLE ENTRY VISA AS CIC WILL BE THE ONE TO DECIDE THAT NOT YOU. do not say you want to visit him twice a year.


-REVISE THE LETTER and concentrate and highlight what you have not your bf.

 

[Bryanna]

waaaaaah .. I'm waiting for your advice Bryanna. Thank you so much. I'm just planning to visit my bf and take some infos so that I know what to do if that day comes. Maybe in 2017 . About my work in Dubai , that is contractual. Its a 2 years contract. How will I revise that? Do I need to go back first in my home country, Philippines, to have a strong ties in my place? In my proof of Assets, 10,000CAD in my account , is that enough for my stay? 4-6 weeks is that okay? because after going back to my home country , my plan is to work again abroad.

Regarding your employment ties, when does your contract finish?

Perhaps, you can show combined strong ties to Dubai and Philippines.... however, do stress more on your Dubai ties because you live and work there

Will you be visiting Canada after you go to the Philippines (ie you go back home on a holiday or after your Dubai contract finishes)?

CAD 10000 for a 4-6 weeks visit is good enough.... again, though I will advise to keep the visit to 3-4 weeks when you request for the TRV


Cheers

 

[canadalover4987]

waaaaaah .. I'm waiting for your advice Bryanna. Thank you so much. I'm just planning to visit my bf and take some infos so that I know what to do if that day comes. Maybe in 2017 . About my work in Dubai , that is contractual. Its a 2 years contract. How will I revise that? Do I need to go back first in my home country, Philippines, to have a strong ties in my place? In my proof of Assets, 10,000CAD in my account , is that enough for my stay? 4-6 weeks is that okay? because after going back to my home country , my plan is to work again abroad.

are you moving from 1 work to the other? do you have contract to show?
10,000 CAD is enough if that comes from you alone. again you are asking 1 month and 2 weeks. then most of the employer will not allow unless you can show proof or letter that they want you back because you are in a contract. do you have bond in your contract? show them too that if you didnt complete your contract then you are in deep trouble.

 

[honey0308]

Regarding your employment ties, when does your contract finish?

Perhaps, you can show combined strong ties to Dubai and Philippines.... however, do stress more on your Dubai ties because you live and work there

Will you be visiting Canada after you go to the Philippines (ie you go back home on a holiday or after your Dubai contract finishes)?

CAD 10000 for a 4-6 weeks visit is good enough.... again, though I will advise to keep the visit to 3-4 weeks when you request for the TRV


Cheers

My contract finish in 2017. My plan is after my 2 years contract in Dubai, I will go to Canada then , go back to my home country and apply again in abroad , which is my agency is in the Philippines. Or I should go back here in the Philippines, fix all my needed documents to strong my ties here, then go to Canada for the visit then go back again here. Lol .. What is the best way to do, honestly? I'm confused ..

 

[canadalover4987]

My contract finish in 2017. My plan is after my 2 years contract in Dubai, I will go to Canada then , go back to my home country and apply again in abroad , which is my agency is in the Philippines. Or I should go back here in the Philippines, fix all my needed documents to strong my ties here, then go to Canada for the visit then go back again here. Lol .. What is the best way to do, honestly? I'm confused ..

OK then that means your ties in dubai is IRRELEVANT since by then your contract in dubai is finished. Apply while you still have job and/or a contract to show that you are tied up with a company.

high chance of denial if you are unemployed.

 

[honey0308]

are you moving from 1 work to the other? do you have contract to show?
10,000 CAD is enough if that comes from you alone. again you are asking 1 month and 2 weeks. then most of the employer will not allow unless you can show proof or letter that they want you back because you are in a contract. do you have bond in your contract? show them too that if you didnt complete your contract then you are in deep trouble.

Thanks a lot canadalover. I'm so thankful for replying on my topic.
Yeah! After my 2 years contract in Dubai , my plan is to apply again to my agency here in the Philippines. 10,000 CAD, it comes from me alone, save money from my salary. That's my goal fund to support myself staying in Canada. My work in Dubai is contractual. I can provide a Certificate of Employment.

 

[Bryanna]

My contract finish in 2017. My plan is after my 2 years contract in Dubai, I will go to Canada then , go back to my home country and apply again in abroad , which is my agency is in the Philippines. Or I should go back here in the Philippines, fix all my needed documents to strong my ties here, then go to Canada for the visit then go back again here. Lol .. What is the best way to do, honestly? I'm confused ..

I'm trying to understand your situation.... when would you like to visit Canada? In 2015 or 2017?

 

[honey0308]

I'm trying to understand your situation.... when would you like to visit Canada? In 2015 or 2017?

In 2017 , Bryanna ..

 

[canadalover4987]

Thanks a lot canadalover. I'm so thankful for replying on my topic.
Yeah! After my 2 years contract in Dubai , my plan is to apply again to my agency here in the Philippines. 10,000 CAD, it comes from me alone, save money from my salary. That's my goal fund to support myself staying in Canada. My work in Dubai is contractual. I can provide a Certificate of Employment.

Ok imagine this

After your contract in dubai in 2017, you will return back home in the Philippines then apply for a 2nd job abroad? correct?? but you wanted to apply for tourist visa when your contract is over. correct?


for example:
you will be home in january 2017--- you will get job abroad in march 2017----but you want to apply for visitors visa in canada correct?


- if that so, you are will be unemployed in the eyes of the CIC. eventhough you have pending work abroad. that is not how it works.


IF I WERE YOU, apply while you are there, if your company will give you a short break for 3 weeks then thats nice or renew your contract again.

 

[canadalover4987]

do you have vacation leave stipulated in your current contract in dubai? are you allowed to have a vacation in your contract?

 

[Bryanna]

In 2017 , Bryanna ..

A lot of good things can happen to you between now and 2017

Any advice for your TRV will depend on your situation in 2017.... when you are ready to apply


Cheers

 

[honey0308]

OK then that means your ties in dubai is IRRELEVANT since by then your contract in dubai is finished. Apply while you still have job and/or a contract to show that you are tied up with a company.

high chance of denial if you are unemployed.

I have my contract in my agency here in the Philippine coz they are the one who provide me an employer in Dubai.