QUEBEC APPLICANTS LETS SHARE EXPERIENCE

[jazv4]

Glad to finally see people from Central America! So you are one of the first Central Americans I see that are already applying at BIQ Mexico city. What is your AOT? How long did it take you to receive your first AOR ? Let's all hope BIQ Mexico is faster than Guatemala for processing.

Hi Master 7,

I didn't really apply in BIQ Mexico. I was living in the US when I sent my application to Quebec but they forwarded it to Mexico.
Sent my application on Aug-08 to Quebec but I received an email on Nov-27 from Mexico BIQ that my application had been received buy they couldn't process my payment (CC got cloned so it got cancelled); however, they did not send my application back, instead they accepted the application, gave the dossier number and asked me to update my info.

I send my new CC info, it was received on the Dec-10 and I got the confirmation Dec-21. So it took them about 2 weeks to process the new info.

They seem to be processing things fast and I like the fact they are using email instead of regular mail.

my AOT is U074 Business Administration,

 

[vision2011]

URGENT HELP PLEASE

Hello seniors,

My Quebec Skilled Worker application was received by BIQ Hongkong in 3rd September 2012. Till now I haven't received the Acknowledge of Receipt.

The enclosed bankdraft will expire on 9th January 2013. It means if BIQ won't cash it before 9 Jan or I won't cancel it before 1st Jan, the bankdraft will be useless and I will lose all the money ( 906 CND ).

BIQ replied that "In reply to your fax dated 2012.12.20 concerning the expiry date of your submitted cheque, please note that your file is still waiting for processing and il will take quite a time. Kindly be patient. If your cheque is expired at the moment we cash it, we will return it to you for renewal by the post. It's your choice to cancel the cheque now or to wait for the return of cheque later"

Please advise me what to do. Should I cancel the cheque now and buy a new one (which would cost me another $100), OR withdraw my Quebec application and apply for Federal in May 2013 ?

Thank you very much for your advice.

Hello,

According to my experience with BIQ, don't let them return back ur application.

You can still save it, inform them that you are going to cancel, repay and resend the cheque again. doing so
you will save your current file number. I believe that they will understand well the reason, they will not put it back.

Meanwhile you can inform them the limited time it gonna take you. maybe one week if you are going to use DHL, UPS or EMS, FedEx ....

Hope this help.

Good luck!

 

[Sajeels]

Dear seniors please explain if I'm eligible for Quebec CSQ as skilled worker;

Education 16 years B. PHARM (university degree 4 years completed in 2002)
age 32 years
Ielts score L6, R5, W6.5, S7
French no ability
Area of training, dont know if I'am eligible to have any points for this
Work experience more than 6 years as industrial pharmacist at managerial position, no hospital or retail experience
Spouse's education is 14 years B.Ed....please explain if she may have any points for AOT and her 4 years job experience as a primary teacher
02 Children each below 4 years
No relative in Quebec
No job offer
Thanks for your time and support


Regards

 

[Ketevan]

Dear DebR,
Thanks again for sharing your tips on temporary accommodation. After active research, I followed your advice and booked with Berri Suites, because they offer lowest rates and central location. Besides, other providers either did not reply to my e-mails or do not have online booking. So thanks a lot

yes you will get A2+A2=3+3=6 points.

 

[rao1122]

Hello Friends,

I have another sily question .

If i visit quebec while my application is in process, will i get points/benefit. Like adaptability points. my cousin is get married, and i might think of going to canada for attending. so was thinking if that can solve dual purpose.

Will i have difficulty getting visiter visa while my application is in process.

Senior Members, please comment.

Thanks you

 

[Ketevan]

No you will not have difficulty getting visa, because visa is processed by the Canadian visa office while CSQ is processed by Quebec BIQ - these are different structures. I got visitor visa with no problem, and the form did not even ask whether I have a CSQ application pending.
When I was applying in 2011, I would only get points for a visit of a certain length - I vitised Quebec for 3 days only while my file was in process and I did not get points for staying in Quebec (I needed several weeks to get points in the section "Sejour au Quebec"), but the interviewer was impressed that I took effort to go there and explore the place even for 3 days. This way I showed my serious intentions for immigration and my basic local experience.

Hello Friends,

I have another sily question .

If i visit quebec while my application is in process, will i get points/benefit. Like adaptability points. my cousin is get married, and i might think of going to canada for attending. so was thinking if that can solve dual purpose.

Will i have difficulty getting visiter visa while my application is in process.

Senior Members, please comment.

Thanks you

 

[jass1155]

yes i have 51 points without ielts and french

 

[rao1122]

No you will not have difficulty getting visa, because visa is processed by the Canadian visa office while CSQ is processed by Quebec BIQ - these are different structures. I got visitor visa with no problem, and the form did not even ask whether I have a CSQ application pending.
When I was applying in 2011, I would only get points for a visit of a certain length - I vitised Quebec for 3 days only while my file was in process and I did not get points for staying in Quebec (I needed several weeks to get points in the section "Sejour au Quebec"), but the interviewer was impressed that I took effort to go there and explore the place even for 3 days. This way I showed my serious intentions for immigration and my basic local experience.

Thank you for replying.

Nice to know about it. I would certainly try to visit for at least 3 weeks. hopefully it will get me some points. as i m getting only 57(with spouse). I was thinking i would not be able to get 6/6 in adapabity, so i am exploring options.

Thanks Again

 

[quebecboy]

Prospective Quebecois, Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year to you all. May all your desires come to light in 2013.

Joyeux Noël et bonne année

 

[russia]

Hi Senior,
We are planning to apply for Quebec Selection certificate immediately. Could you help me to assess my points pls. Here is my detail info:

I have completed 10 years schooling then 05 years Diploma from a Russian STATE UNIVERSITY on Language Translation and Interpretation (German and English Language). We are Russian citizen but my spouse has duel citizenship Bangladeshi and Russian.

I am working as a English medium school teacher for English since last 05 years in Bangladesh.
I am below 30 years in age.
I am married.
My spouse has completed his graduation in BBA (major-Marketing).
He is working as manager of a company.
He is also bellow 32 years in age.
We have 01 child. Age bellow 6 years.
We don't have any relative in Quebec or We did not visit Quebec yet. or have any job offer in Quebec.
I am good in English and French Language.
I have completed DELF and scored B2. My spouse is scored A1+A1 in Speaking and Listening in TCF_Q. In IELTS I have scored 6 +6 in Speaking and Listening.............

Now friends pls help to assess my points.
Can i apply for the CSQ.
Pls suggest me soon..... I am asking for your help and suggestion pls......
How much points can i have in total..
Can I illegible to apply pls right now........
What about my university graduation Diploma. As it is from Russia, is it a problem...??
pls suggest dear..

 

[Amirjs]

yes i have 51 points without ielts and french

Jass,

There is no minimum or maximum point that you should get in french or english...do your best in the test and see how many points that will add to your file. Since you have 51 points without language points, you can feel comftable while doing your language test because you already have the required points as a single applicant.

However, bare in mind that Quebec immigration fouces on french knowledge since they are a french toritory...

Best of luck

 

[xyiday]

Hey guys,

News for QSW.... BIQ HK will not be accepting new applications as from January.....


http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/biq/hong-kong/reach.html

Any new immigration application submitted under the skilled worker program must be sent to our offices in Montréal as of January 1, 2013.
Mailing address or by appointment only

Ministère de l'Immigration et des Communautés culturelles
Direction de l'immigration économique – International
Service Europe de l'Est, Amériques, Asie, Moyen-Orient
285, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, 4e étage
Montréal (Québec) H2Y 1T8
CANADA
Fax: 514 864-9221
E-Mail: E-Mail form

 

[kroduk]

Any idea about the reason for this ?

Hey guys,

News for QSW.... BIQ HK will not be accepting new applications as from January.....


http://www.immigration-quebec.gouv.qc.ca/en/biq/hong-kong/reach.html

Any new immigration application submitted under the skilled worker program must be sent to our offices in Montréal as of January 1, 2013.
Mailing address or by appointment only

Ministère de l'Immigration et des Communautés culturelles
Direction de l'immigration économique – International
Service Europe de l'Est, Amériques, Asie, Moyen-Orient
285, rue Notre-Dame Ouest, 4e étage
Montréal (Québec) H2Y 1T8
CANADA
Fax: 514 864-9221
E-Mail: E-Mail form

 

[rainatandem]

Me and my husband were refused CSQ after interview in Atlanta this month.
Here is my question:
We lost out on points (Age, French and area of training) due to Immigration Officer's decision to switch Principal applicant.

We had submitted the application with me as Principal applicant. In the interview, we were informed that they had switched and made my husband as Principal applicant, since he is L1 visa holder( I am on L2 visa in US)
Has anyone been in such a situation?

Can we appeal against the denial?
We would not have gone ahead with the application, if we knew beforehand that L2 cannot file CSQ application as Principal applicant since we did not have enough points that way.
Please help and respond.

 

[tarekquebec]

To all,

This thread is strictly for QSW although any input from virtually anyone is appreciated.
WHo has already applied for Quebec?
Who is planning to apply for Quebec

Dear Seniors ,
I'm Really confused about what is happening to me , i applied As QSW (Federal Step ) in 19th of Dec.2011 and recieved my medical in april 2012 and sent it back at 1st of May 2012 and till now no news except the last response that the file is waiting the officer review ?? what does that means ????? any body can help me to determine how long it will take ? and why they delayed my file till now ??????
Please Help
Thanks