Decision in 2 days. TRVs for LIFETIME of passports for myself and both parents

[Bryanna]

Very grateful thanks to:
@ Infosec: Your detailed, excellent advice to my earlier posts helped us tremendously. Thanks so much

@ Mikeymyke: Although you did not reply to my post, the fantastic Invitation Letter which you drafted for your wife helped me to perfect our Invitation Letters. Thanks a lot


Results:
Decision was made in 2 days flat for the TRV applications of myself and both my parents..... we are traveling together as family

Multiple-entry TRV..... until the LIFETIME of the passports..... for all three of us. Yipppeee ;D ;D


The Odds:
a. All three of us traveling together..... absolutely no immediate family being left behind.... only extended family and old friends

b. All of us going together for Four Weeks holiday to Toronto..... I have repeatedly read on this forum that one should not ask for more than 2 weeks

c. My mother had no significant bank savings..... only residential property in joint family names

d. I run a company.... Sole Ownership..... with no direct employees..... operating through a network of suppliers and paid consultants

e. I am single, divorced, no kids back here

f. I had previous history..... I was married to a Canadian citizen..... I had returned my Canadian PR (which I had got in a short Four Months processing, in 2001, with Interview Waived Off)


The Backbreaking Hardwork
Until Infosec advised me to ensure that our paperwork was absolutely strong, truthful and very clear..... I was a bit lost on how to apply.... especially since I was applying for myself and both my parents..... with no one left behind..... for a nearly four weeks holiday.

The paperwork took me nearly one month to prepare..... nothing was left to chance..... no questions left unanswered..... for eg: if I transferred money between my bank accounts, I gave an explanation for doing so

I had to repeat this kind of paperwork for myself and each of my parents.

I also took Infosec's advice of submitting an Audited Company Balance Sheet besides my Personal Balance Sheet..... My Strong Ties to My Home Country..... My Financial Situation.... Why I wish to visit Toronto in November..... Day-by-Day Detailed Itinerary with Expense Estimates..... etc etc..... a set of 23 Explanations..... like I said, I left absolutely NOTHING open to questioning


I also prepared Explanations/Covering Letters showing our Individual Funds Available for the Visit + Our Combined Funds..... BUT on each of our actual TRV Applications THOUGH I mentioned ONLY our individual funds.


I also prepared a synopsis Eight page Covering Letter..... covering Purpose of Visit + Combined/Individual Funds + Individual Strong Ties to Home Country + anything significant, etc..... set out in separate sections

At every stage, I was absolutely honest


The look on the VFS guy's face when we submitted our paper-based applications was not to be missed..... he simply could not believe that the huge pile of neatly sequenced explanations + a separate pile of well-numbered Evidence..... Sponsor documents.... was just one application.... Mine..... I was the Principal Applicant

There were smaller piles each for my parents..... each one separately..... I did request the VFS guy to keep all three bagged applications together so that it went to the same VO for processing

I did not track our applications.... I could not bear the stress..... even though it was done-and-dusted in 2 days flat


Decision was made in 2 days flat..... I got emails for this..... took 4 days for the courier to reach us..... we received our passports today..... Multiple-entry TRVs for each of us.... for the LIFETIME of EACH of our passports ;D ;D


My advice to applicants:
Be honest...... give explanations for every relevant point (even if it is seemingly insignifcant)...... give well-numbered documented evidence..... the VO does not have time to read between the lines/papers..... its your papers which do the talking


All the best to everyone

 

[hangon11]

Wow, congratulations!! You give me hope. Enjoy your visit.

 

[mikeymyke]

Sorry couldn't reply to your post, but really happy you got the TRV, and your parents too! Never ever underestimate the power of submitting a ton of quality documents. Spend a few extra hours, save lots of time. Really glad, I think this is the 4th person who's personally thanked me for helping them get the TRV

 

[Infosec]

Hi Bryanna,

Happy to hear the news., Enjoy your visit to Canada.

 

[Bryanna]

@ hangon11: Thanks for your kind words. Hope you are successful too, soon


@ Mikeymyke: Your case of successfully sponsoring your wife (from Vietnam) inspires us.... it shows that hard (and smart work) pays off Documentation, documentation, documentation.... and the way you presented the facts in your Invitation Letter.... those are the keys


@ Infosec: Thanks so much..... Very grateful to you..... for patiently answering all my queries in my previous posts..... until then I was struggling, wondering how to handle some issues

I had gone through this forum but I did not come across a similar case to mine.... your advice that I should apply as the Principal Applicant..... and to get the documentation absolutely right (without rushing) helped.... many, many thanks

The best part is getting TRVs until the FULL VALIDITY of my passport.... and also for both my parents passports.... ranging from 6 years to 9 years.... we were definitely not expecting this..... Woohoooo

 

[mikeymyke]

The best part was hearing other people say, "You have 99% chance of being refused". "You can try but it will be extremely likely be refused", etc. And still being able to get it. And not just get it, but get it in half the processing time, get the best possible result (multiple trv for life passport), and get it under difficult conditions (married to Canadian, from high risk biometric data country: Vietnam)

 

[Bryanna]

The best part was hearing other people say, "You have 99% chance of being refused". "You can try but it will be extremely likely be refused", etc. And still being able to get it. And not just get it, but get it in half the processing time, get the best possible result

Anything is possible when one puts in every effort to beat the odds (and people's views)..... and has tremendous faith that he/she will succeed

 

[PrayerWarrior]

Anything is possible when one puts in every effort to beat the odds (and people's views)..... and has tremendous faith that he/she will succeed

Another inspirational post!
Thank you for this thread!
Last week I saw my second TRV refusal for this year.
Truth be told I don't know what else to do differently, but I will be reapplying again this week. I'll double check to see if there's anything else I can add to my TRV application to make it stronger. I have a wife in Canada who will be giving birth to our first child next month. I am also being sponsored as a spouse. And I've also overstayed on a TRV once before (Long story). However, as you've said, anything is possible With each refusal my faith gets stronger! An usual experience

Enjoy your trip with your parents Bryanna.

 

[Bryanna]

@PrayerWarrior: Truly very sorry to hear about your second TRV refusal.

I have read your previous posts..... I have seen your determination to make a TRV possible.... even to the extent of buying non-refundable tickets..... you and your wife have tremendous faith.... do not lose hope.

In your case, time is critical because of your baby's birth.

Small advice:
Maybe it will help if you pay/ask for the VO notes for each TRV rejection.... before you apply again for a third time

Please do not go only by points cited in the Visa Refusal Letter.... once you have the VO notes, you will understand what's going wrong. You will know if it has to do with your baby's birth OR your previous overstaying a TRV.

You can then address those issues with strong documentary evidence and explanations to show that you are NOT likely to remain in Canada after the birth of your baby.... by showing extremely strong ties to your country of residence versus Canada (with your wife and baby).

Perhaps, your past matter of overstaying a TRV is affecting this TRV..... just my thoughts.

Wish you every success for your TRV this time

 

[PrayerWarrior]

@ PrayerWarrior: Truly very sorry to hear about your second TRV refusal.

I have read your previous posts..... I have seen your determination to make a TRV possible.... even to the extent of buying non-refundable tickets..... you and your wife have tremendous faith.... do not lose hope.

In your case, time is critical because of your baby's birth.

Small advice:
Maybe it will help if you pay/ask for the VO notes for each TRV rejection.... before you apply again for a third time

Please do not go only by points cited in the Visa Refusal Letter.... once you have the VO notes, you will understand what's going wrong. You will know if it has to do with your baby's birth OR your previous overstaying a TRV.

You can then address those issues with strong documentary evidence and explanations to show that you are NOT likely to remain in Canada after the birth of your baby.... by showing extremely strong ties to your country of residence versus Canada (with your wife and baby).

Perhaps, your past matter of overstaying a TRV is affecting this TRV..... just my thoughts.

Wish you every success for your TRV this time

Thank you Bryanna, I appreciate your comments.
We addressed all the highlighted points and provided some new evidence. As it relates to the notes, we thought of that, however the timing is the issue. Notes take 30 days I've heard. Our MP's office said they are going to find out the real reasons for refusal and let us know in a couple days.

As you said, more than anything else I believe it's my history of overstaying that makes landing a TRV, more challenging for me than for other applicants.

I've been reading up on the Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) process and think I might go that route this time. After reading through the OP for the TRP I think that's a more appropriate route for me to take in my situation. All I know is, we will never give up. We shall hold on to faith until the very end

Thanks again for your post Bryanna.

 

[PrayerWarrior]

After contacting CIC I've decided against applying for the TRP. Apparently I don't fit the criteria, so i'll stick with trying to land the TRV.

 

[Bryanna]

@ PrayerWarrior

Hope you had luck in finding out the real reasons for your previous refusals from the MPs Office.

My suggestion is do not panic.... do not rush to apply a third time.... the chances get slimmer..... but anything is possible.... even a miracle

One can imagine your happiness at being present for your baby's birth.... its a life-changing special moment..... so do handle this third TRV application with a very fine toothcomb AFTER you get some idea why the previous two TRVs were rejected



My suggestion (BUT the experts on this forum will be able to give better advice):
Point A
Under what circumstances did you leave Canada when you overstayed one of your TRVs? And for how long did you overstay? Trust you have addressed these points very well in your TRV applications


Point B
Any new issues that you are NOW addressing...... should be highlighted/right at the top of your documents.... as well as in your Covering and Invitation Letters


Point C
Perhaps you have done this already: You may want to add an explanation..... right in the beginning.... as to why you are re-applying - each time - so quickly..... stressing on your baby's birth next month..... supported with doctor/hospital papers, etc..... this is because one should not re-apply unless there is a significant change in the circumstances


Point D
You mentioned about Spousal PR application..... at what stage is it? Is it as per normally expected time frames?


Wish you every luck and success this time

 

[PrayerWarrior]

@ PrayerWarrior

Hope you had luck in finding out the real reasons for your previous refusals from the MPs Office.

We were told that we should be getting a response tomorrow. So I'll see if the info is available then.

My suggestion is do not panic.... do not rush to apply a third time.... the chances get slimmer..... but anything is possible.... even a miracle

I'm not panicking.The thing is because of the time constraints we have to apply this week. We will wait for the details from the MP and then reapply. And we're expecting a miracle ;D

One can imagine your happiness at being present for your baby's birth.... its a life-changing special moment..... so do handle this third TRV application with a very fine toothcomb AFTER you get some idea why the previous two TRVs were rejected

Yes it will be and we will

My suggestion (BUT the experts on this forum will be able to give better advice):
Point A
Under what circumstances did you leave Canada when you overstayed one of your TRVs? And for how long did you overstay? Trust you have addressed these points very well in your TRV applications

I was pretty much reprimanded while working and was asked to leave. After weighing all the options I decided that it would be better to leave and make things right. Overstaying wasn't my intention, but it happened. I bought my own ticket and left on my own. It was hard but I did it. From the time I became put of status to the time I left was almost 1 and a half year. I went into the details in my letters, spoke about why it happened etc.

Point B
Any new issues that you are NOW addressing...... should be highlighted/right at the top of your documents.... as well as in your Covering and Invitation Letters

Yes.

Point C
Perhaps you have done this already: You may want to add an explanation..... right in the beginning.... as to why you are re-applying - each time - so quickly..... stressing on your baby's birth next month..... supported with doctor/hospital papers, etc..... this is because one should not re-apply unless there is a significant change in the circumstances

We will.

Point D
You mentioned about Spousal PR application..... at what stage is it? Is it as per normally expected time frames?

For my country it takes over two years. And that's the regular time here. It's in the second stage. The only reason I am trying to get a TRV now is because of the birth. If she wasn't pregnant it would be easier to wait until everything is completed. I travel regularly to the US where my wife and I would travel around the country and spend time, plus I have a business in my homeland. It's when she got pregnant that we decided that a TRV would be good so that I could be present seeing its our first child. We considered other countries, but Canada is the most economically sound choice as it relates to giving birth, seeing that my wife is Canadian.

Wish you every luck and success this time

I've seen many miracles in my day so nothing is impossible. I still have a couple weeks before I'm schedule to leave so I'm still optimistic and holding on to faith! When I get the TRV you'll be the second person to hear about it! Have a good evening and thank you for your response

 

[branded_man]

Anything is possible when one puts in every effort to beat the odds (and people's views)..... and has tremendous faith that he/she will succeed

Hi bryanna

Glad to hear you success
So thought of taking advice from you regarding my case.
I am a provincial nominee currently working in canada.
I wanted to invite my sister for 4-8 weeks to Canada on visit visa as her birthday gift. She is a student who recentky took exams and have 5-6 months break before her studies resume at next level.

Now she had travelled previously to G7 country South Korea for 3 months and returned while I wss there. I invited her there when I was on work visa.
She is returning this time as well as I legally signed an affidavit in front of laywer for that.

Now my question is what docs are needed to convince VO that she wont stay in canada more than her term and will leave
How will we make it more prestine clear that she is a genuine visitor

Your advice will be appreciated
Cheers

 

[Bryanna]

@ PrayerWarrior

Hope you got your TRV.... and you're on your way to being with your baby