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Prepare an interview

Marthi

Member
Dec 15, 2015
12
1
Hey, I'm not on this cycle but the question is very interesting and important. Thank you for sharing this information :)
 

Anita poudel

Newbie
Dec 20, 2015
9
0
Re: CSQ

hello,
i applied for my csq from Nepal in Sep 2013 and got aor on Dec 2013... it has been more than 2 years now and i still haven't got the csq...or any other information regarding the csq.
Does anyone who applied during this period have any information or have already got the csq?
thanks, any information will be appreciated.
Anita from Nepal
 

darklord

Hero Member
Oct 12, 2014
517
49
124
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Category........
Visa Office......
N/A-EE
NOC Code......
2171
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
10-06-2015 (SINP); 04-12-2015 (CIC)
Nomination.....
05-10-2015
AOR Received.
04-12-2015
IELTS Request
Uploaded to SINP Online
Med's Request
Not Applicable - Upfront for EE
Med's Done....
Upfront medicals
Re: CSQ

Anita poudel said:
hello,
i applied for my csq from Nepal in Sep 2013 and got aor on Dec 2013... it has been more than 2 years now and i still haven't got the csq...or any other information regarding the csq.
Does anyone who applied during this period have any information or have already got the csq?
thanks, any information will be appreciated.
Anita from Nepal
This is a "Prepare for Interview" section, if you post your question in relevant thread someone might help you. The issue is in this thread people might know about/looking for interviews in particular. Suggest you create a new post or look at some posts below and post your question there

http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/quebec-applicants-lets-share-experience-t37196.29580.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/what-is-csq-t61361.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/quebec-skilled-worker-federal-stage-after-csq-t298038.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/quebec-peq-lets-share-experience-t140346.0.html
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/time-line-of-getting-csq-after-updating-documents-for-intention-of-reject-docs-o-t382753.60.html
 

rahul20978

Hero Member
Dec 16, 2014
294
18
Bangalore
Category........
Visa Office......
New Delhi, changed to Warsaw
NOC Code......
2131
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
12-12-2014
Doc's Request.
Copies of passport
AOR Received.
16-04-2015
IELTS Request
sent with application
Med's Request
28-05-2015
Med's Done....
12-08-2015
Interview........
waived
Passport Req..
02-10-2015
VISA ISSUED...
08-10-2015
LANDED..........
planning in June 2016
maplezone said:
Thanks a lot for your response ... Hmm okay .. I will go for the medicals then ... But tell me one thing ... The physician will send my Medicals to the CIC but I have to send the scanned copy of the cash receipts by email to the LVO by myself ... So how am I gonna do that ?

Because , I have only received a single email that contains only the form called ' IMM 1017E (07-2015)GCMS ' from " Do Not Reply - Client-update-mise-a-jour [at] cic.gc.ca " ... and at the very beginning of this email , it says boldly that :

" This is an automated message. Please DO NOT RESPOND to this message. " ...

I have not received an email from LDNIMMIGRATION [at] international.gc.ca, So , Where and how do I send the scanned cash receipts ?
a) I am not familiar with the processing of LVO, but I never sent the cash receipt to WVO. I don't know if it is required.
b) Even if it is, you can scan the cash receipts, then raise a Case Specific Enquiry (CSE). They have an option there where you can upload any documents which they have asked for, or which you feel are relevant. Go to the LVO website and find a link for CSE.
Good Luck.
 

zaynahdream

Star Member
Oct 29, 2014
196
7
Category........
Visa Office......
London VO
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
15-10-2014
Nomination.....
15-01-2015
IELTS Request
included in application
Med's Request
22-03-2016
Med's Done....
05-04-2016
Interview........
10-03-2016
Passport Req..
14-12-2016
VISA ISSUED...
04-01-2017
LANDED..........
InshAllah very soon
raja053 said:
Hi everyone ..
Here is my interview experience.

I reached embassy around 45 minutes before my schedule time as it is always advisable to reach before time. The staff there was very much cooperative and they firstly saw passport and confirmation letter of interview . After that they took my mobile and ask to sit in the waiting area and name will be pronounced to enter in the desired room. There were applicants already sitting in the area. After certain time , my name was called and I enter the room . Visa officer was having large glasses with glass in between visa officer and applicant.
When I entered in the room, she introduced her and said that she is assessing my file. She asked to show passports and to sign the schedule forms in front of her declaring that all information is correct. She then asked that u look tired for which I said that I cannot sleep for the last three nights due to interview thing and as visited UAE first time so moving a lot. She then said it’s a very good place to visit.
She then said u are being called for interview for eligibility. She said that she only knows about me to the extent to which i have provided information in the application and nothing beyond that . So remain truthful and don’t lie as it may impact decision against ur application.
She then started the interview. She firstly inquired about my education. I told her that have completed MBA from one of the top universities of Pakistan. After that started my professional career. She asked is that your first job . I said yes . She then said that she has seen some certification in accounting in my file for which I said Yes I have completed during my career. She inquired about duration and courses of study. I told her three years and 21 courses for which she was surprised and said lot of study u have done. I said yes but at the end I completed it . She appreciated . She then asked to show her complete final certificates of this certification. She made a brief look on all certifications and I told her that at time of filling application I was not having this final certification and cant send to WES for which she said its OK.
She then asked to expain the profile of the company in which I am working . I told her its businesses , products and offices. She inquired about staff in company and no. of persons working in my department.
( In my opinion below are the question related to the reasons for which I was called for interview)
She then asked to describe daily routine activities and how much staff was working under my supervision. (I have already done enough preparation for this question and was moving in accordance with NOC). I told her and she asked do u assess their performance as well. She then asked to show her the original experience letter and placed in front of her .She then read one line from it and asked to explain it . I explained it by linking it with my NOC duties .
She then read another line and asked to explain it . I was having major expertise in this job description and explained her briefly . and she then herself stopped me and said to whom u are reportable . I said the one who signed the letter.
She then asked to show salary slips , employment card and bank statement and took PCC.
She the asked why u going to Canada and what ur spouse does etc. For which I replied in accordance with my preparation.
She asked have u gone through job market . I said yes and I know tough situation is going in Canada and I have made plan for doing some part time job and further study and communication which I have done with Canadian institution for which said its good.
She then get aside from computer on which she was writing all what I was speaking and said that she is satisfied with my role and there is no issues now in eligibility and said congrates as u have cleared the interview which is the biggest hurdle and now start buying warm clothes as there will too cold in Canada.
I thanked her and said yes I m thinking to buy it from UAE as not able to find easily in Pakistan.
She then said that after this u will receive RPRF fee and medicals and told afterwards that u will be granted PR which will be valid for five years and to maintain it u have to be in Canada for two years and four years for claiming citizenship.
I inquired how much time will it take from now onwards for stamping of visa . She said she cant promise but within few months .
She then again said congrates and enjoy the trip . I said the same..
And day after interview I received RPRF followed by medical instructions . Thanks to Almight ALLAH.
So my personal advices and findings are .
 The moment u get interview intimation .. firstly order gcms .. it really helped me lot as it showed the concern they are looking for.
 Don’t be tense during interview as at start and during all the time during interview visa officer directly looks into your eyes to make u uncomfortable so be prepared for it.
 I claimed points for NOC 1212 while I was working in another NOC. Visa officer was not concerned about it , she only asked questions related to what I claimed .
 Read and each every single word of your file as they only know about u to the extent u have provided information in the interview. So prepare urself as per your file.
 Visa officers are very polite and humble so don’t lie as it may have negative impact.
 Always visit embassy a day before interview to make urself affiliated with the place.
 Do prepare ur file in good manner with proper folders as it puts positive impression on visa officer.
 Most importantly, don’t answer in a very explanatory manner. Only answer what is important and matters most .
 My interview was related to job experience and mostly are related to job experiences , so I advice to write down each and every single assignment , activity , roles which correlates to your job description letter etc an then re write it in accordance with NOC by linking it with job duties mentioned .i also did the same and prepared at least ten pages of single job letter and then linked it will NOC. It really helped me .Also as Visa officer writes down whatever u speaks so it helps in speaking what will matter .
 Always do mock interviews with ur spouse or friends . it really helps and makes you ease at the time of interview.
 Also those who are being called for interviews should be happy a lot as after interview clearance their application will moving at rockets pace. So it will be wonderful opportunity .
At the end this forum is always very helpful and whatever I prepared is through the interview thread so do read all . It really helps . I wish all the best to those who will be called for interviews in next sessions
great share! all the best
 

client2014

Star Member
Jan 2, 2016
172
1
Category........
Visa Office......
Uk london
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
Med's Done....
october 2015
Interview........
january 2016
Passport Req..
waiting
VISA ISSUED...
waiting
LANDED..........
insha Allah soon
i have interview in January....plz someone share his/her experience....my husband sponsored me....help me...i have interview at Islamabad Pakistan.plz help
 

Pipis Husband

VIP Member
Aug 16, 2013
4,100
338
Category........
NOC Code......
1112
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
VISA ISSUED...
20-03-2015
LANDED..........
06-06-2015
client2014 said:
i have interview in January....plz someone share his/her experience....my husband sponsored me....help me...i have interview at Islamabad Pakistan.plz help
Hi, there are lots of interview experiences in this thread. Begin to read backwards to see how other candidates went about their experiences and learn from them. All the best as we await your sharing your own experience.
 

anshpatel84

Star Member
Oct 5, 2014
50
0
Hi,
I am in a very unique situation. I got email from CIC Case Processing Centre in Ottawa to submit my and my wife's passport for stamping Canadin PR within 30 days. Now the issue is that I am currently living in U.S.A and going to India from January 25,2016 to March 5,2016 which is a trip I can't cancel. My Indian passport expires on 9/10/2016. Hence I will need to apply for new passport while I am in India and am planning to send my and wife's passport to CIC when we both return from India to U.S.A on March 6,2016 which is more than 30 days from now. Hence we will miss the DEADLINE to submit passport to CIC which is actually 30 days from today.

What are my options here? If I request CIC to extend my deadline from 30 days to 60 days so that I can submit my and my wife's passport after returning to U.S.A from india on March 6,2016 then will they agree to this? I have waited more than a year to get my Canadian PR and certainly don't want to loose it due to my genuine frustrating situation. ??? Any reples will be greatly appreciated!!!!
 

rahul20978

Hero Member
Dec 16, 2014
294
18
Bangalore
Category........
Visa Office......
New Delhi, changed to Warsaw
NOC Code......
2131
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
12-12-2014
Doc's Request.
Copies of passport
AOR Received.
16-04-2015
IELTS Request
sent with application
Med's Request
28-05-2015
Med's Done....
12-08-2015
Interview........
waived
Passport Req..
02-10-2015
VISA ISSUED...
08-10-2015
LANDED..........
planning in June 2016
anshpatel84 said:
Hi,
I am in a very unique situation. I got email from CIC Case Processing Centre in Ottawa to submit my and my wife's passport for stamping Canadin PR within 30 days. Now the issue is that I am currently living in U.S.A and going to India from January 25,2016 to March 5,2016 which is a trip I can't cancel. My Indian passport expires on 9/10/2016. Hence I will need to apply for new passport while I am in India and am planning to send my and wife's passport to CIC when we both return from India to U.S.A on March 6,2016 which is more than 30 days from now. Hence we will miss the DEADLINE to submit passport to CIC which is actually 30 days from today.

What are my options here? If I request CIC to extend my deadline from 30 days to 60 days so that I can submit my and my wife's passport after returning to U.S.A from india on March 6,2016 then will they agree to this? I have waited more than a year to get my Canadian PR and certainly don't want to loose it due to my genuine frustrating situation. ??? Any reples will be greatly appreciated!!!!
The only ones who can answer your query is CIC itself. Why dont you raise CSE and ask them? What have you got to lose? Worst case, they say no, you will have to reschedule your plans a little. I do know one thing, they normally don't take more than 10 days to send your passport back with the visa stamped. Afnd since your passport will still be valid for more than six months at the time of stamping, that shouldn't be an issue either.
 

James21333

Star Member
Jan 27, 2015
198
5
Visa Office......
wvo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
I am November 2014 applicant and still waiting for MR,RPRF.
I got my GCMS in December 2015 and came to know that my file is under verification.
i noticed that they applied section 16 1(1) C on my funds and job experience .

i wanted to know from all seniors that does section 16 1 c means interview or not ?
because they haven't mentioned interview anywhere in GCMS.

Pls reply.
 

Pipis Husband

VIP Member
Aug 16, 2013
4,100
338
Category........
NOC Code......
1112
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
VISA ISSUED...
20-03-2015
LANDED..........
06-06-2015
James21333 said:
I am November 2014 applicant and still waiting for MR,RPRF.
I got my GCMS in December 2015 and came to know that my file is under verification.
i noticed that they applied section 16 1(1) C on my funds and job experience .

i wanted to know from all seniors that does section 16 1 c means interview or not ?
because they haven't mentioned interview anywhere in GCMS.

Pls reply.
No however, the results of the verifications conducted on your mail may lead to an interview request. This applies to everybody but interview is usually very rare. Relax, it`s no cause for concern.
 

client2014

Star Member
Jan 2, 2016
172
1
Category........
Visa Office......
Uk london
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
Med's Done....
october 2015
Interview........
january 2016
Passport Req..
waiting
VISA ISSUED...
waiting
LANDED..........
insha Allah soon
November 2014 soon u will receive email.... wait few Tim
 

James21333

Star Member
Jan 27, 2015
198
5
Visa Office......
wvo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
Pipis Husband said:
No however, the results of the verifications conducted on your mail may lead to an interview request. This applies to everybody but interview is usually very rare. Relax, it`s no cause for concern.
thanks for your reply Pipis Husband. do you know what does means section 13 1 a and section 16 1 c ?
 

S2174

Star Member
Aug 15, 2014
161
7
Category........
Visa Office......
LVO
NOC Code......
2174
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
09-05-2014
PR1 said:
Has anyone recently received a date from LVO for interview at Abu Dhabi office yet?
yes a few.. u got date?