Covid_19-Fall'20 students who got their visa approved

[vhptanh@97]

I agree, that's unfortunate.

The thing is CBSA agents themselves seem to say different things on the phone, right?

I guess they don't want to commit to any student on the phone that they'll be given entry. If one follows diligently all the rules put up on the IRCC website, I think they shouldn't have too much of a problem.

As far as I've seen, they seem to go strictly by the rules and regulations put up on their website, following the laws, etc. So we have to be extra careful in following all rules to get entry...

I mean the first agent I spoke to told me that she couldn't confirm if I'm be allowed to enter if I'm going to travel now (in June) since all schools are closed. That would be non-essential, but she stated that the final decision will be made at border, as they're just agents, not the real BOs.
The second agent I spoke to today clearly told me that I won't be allowed, and only those who have personal assets in Canada already can enter. Asking about online classes and time zone, it's a no, unfortunately, she said. First-time fliers, it's a no. I asked her that the information put on the IRCC website saying that students were approved before March 18 are exempted, but she said no. Don't know why. Should've recorded but after waiting for 20 mins, I was hung up, I had to call back and waited for another 20 mins.
@Blema What do u think? What's r ur major?

 

[vhptanh@97]

I agree, that's unfortunate.

The thing is CBSA agents themselves seem to say different things on the phone, right?

I guess they don't want to commit to any student on the phone that they'll be given entry. If one follows diligently all the rules put up on the IRCC website, I think they shouldn't have too much of a problem.

As far as I've seen, they seem to go strictly by the rules and regulations put up on their website, following the laws, etc. So we have to be extra careful in following all rules to get entry...

I know. But @Blema spoke to an agent that confirmed we can enter and @Dafaqisgoingon said that his friend knows a guy who talked with the agent that confirmed we are allowed to enter even first time fliers and online classes. The second agent I spoke to sounded unhappy on the phone.

 

[GradStudent18]

I know. But @Blema spoke to an agent that confirmed we can enter and @Dafaqisgoingon said that his friend knows a guy who talked with the agent that confirmed we are allowed to enter even first time fliers and online classes. The second agent I spoke to sounded unhappy on the phone.

I guess the second agent is themselves confused lol!

If it's a strict no like what they said, then IRCC should definitely put that up on the website, right? I'm trying to find positive points haha

 

[vhptanh@97]

I guess the second agent is themselves confused lol!

If it's a strict no like what they said, then IRCC should definitely put that up on the website, right? I'm trying to find positive points haha

The only thing that gives me hope now is that after searching through Google and posts on Twitter, it seems like there are still no cases that intl students are denied entry. Maybe it's bcz no students manage to get on the plane, or they just don't come to Canada atm, or they just don't really use social media. I have seen posts regards people denied entry but they're not intl students I believe

 

[GradStudent18]

That's actually a good point you've noticed. I hope that is really the case, and if we follow all the rules and procedures, we should be given entry.

The other issue here in other parts of the world is to find a flight that flies to Canada.

The only thing that gives me hope now is that after searching through Google and posts on Twitter, it seems like there are still no cases that intl students are denied entry. Maybe it's bcz no students manage to get on the plane, or they just don't come to Canada atm, or they just don't really use social media. I have seen posts regards people denied entry but they're not intl students I believe

 

[Vishwa1910]

I guess whatever we do or learn, we will be updating here , so that no other student find themselves in the same position.
Any here first time flier from India?

 

[fatimajill]

DO you guys think GIC is an essential reason?
The fact that we deposited that amount for security which will only be released on our arrival in Canada

 

[Dafaqisgoingon]

Hi everyone
I have already been approved for study permit before 18 March. I was wondering what if my IELTS expires before i land in Canada? Do I have to take another IELTS exam if it expires before i can reach canada. This is due to deferral and covid 19 restrictions.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Shazd85]

Hi everyone
I have already been approved for study permit before 18 March. I was wondering what if my IELTS expires before i land in Canada? Do I have to take another IELTS exam if it expires before i can reach canada. This is due to deferral and covid 19 restrictions.

Thanks in advance.

No you don't.

 

[Dafaqisgoingon]

No you don't.

Thanks

 

[Hicks25]

Hi all!
What the news , anybody tried to travel ? My flight to Toronto on August 25th has been canceled, now thinking should I buy new ticket or I will not be able to enter to Canada.

 

[GradStudent18]

Hi all!
What the news , anybody tried to travel ? My flight to Toronto on August 25th has been canceled, now thinking should I buy new ticket or I will not be able to enter to Canada.

Hello!


I was also planning to book my flight for late August.

Since your flight got cancelled, could you tell me which airlines and from which country you had booked? The route/ any transit will be helpful in knowing whigh flights are getting cancelled.

Please reply here...ill be very grateful. Thank you so much!!!

 

[Hicks25]

Hello!


I was also planning to book my flight for late August.

Since your flight got cancelled, could you tell me which airlines and from which country you had booked? The route/ any transit will be helpful in knowing whigh flights are getting cancelled.

Please reply here...ill be very grateful. Thank you so much!!!

Hi,

My flight was from Kiev ,Ukrain - Toronto, on August 25th, it was Ukrain Airlines.
I know that filghts from Istambul are still operate.

 

[GradStudent18]

Hi,

My flight was from Kiev ,Ukrain - Toronto, on August 25th, it was Ukrain Airlines.
I know that filghts from Istambul are still operate.

Thanks a lot for your reply...at least we can have some information by talking to each other here.

Flights are not operating from Untia as well.

Which airlines is operating from Istanbul ? Is it Ukrain Airlines ?

 

[Mohammad 88]

Email from IRCC: Important Travel Advice for International Students
(After march 18 2020)
Please I want to know what this means....
The Government of Canada is working closely with partners in Canada and around the world, including the World Health Organization (WHO), to respond to the current outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

As part of that response, restrictions are in place for all travel to Canada, with some exemptions for essential travel for certain travelers. Some international students are exempt from the travel restrictions and are authorized to travel to Canada. This includes students who:

had a study permit on March 18, 2020 (when the travel restrictions took effect) that is still valid
had been approved for a study permit on or before March 18, 2020 and issued a letter of introduction from IRCC
If you do not fall under one of the above scenarios, you are not exempt from the travel restrictions. You should not make any plans to travel to Canada until the travel restrictions are lifted, as you will not be allowed to travel to or enter the country. We recommend you contact your Designated Learning Institution for more information on your start date as a result of these restrictions.
For the most up to date information, please ensure you regularly check the IRCC website for updates on COVID-19 and when the travel restrictions will be lifted.