Should I go with 'dual intent'?

[pawpaw]

this is a funny case

I'm currently working in U.S under H1b status- skilled worker. I got admission from UofT and I plan to move to Canada this August. Now I need to apply for student permit.

I got married last christmas. My husband is staying in Canada with visitor status. His PR application is under process, but he hasn't added me to his application since he delivered the application before we got married. His PR probably won't be approved before August when the school starts.

I consulted a lawyer regarding the risk of my application for the student permit. As you can see, I have a strong intention of immigration to a naked eye. The lawyer suggested us update with CIG immediately and add me to the PR application. The lawyer explained that once I've done so, it will be easier for me to explain my intension of immigration and get around the risk with 'dual intention'.

The question is, should my husband add me to his immigration application? Won't make things more complicated?
1. I have to satisfy the visa officer that I will return to home after I complete the study in any case, either with stated or 'implied' dual intention. So what benefit will I get if I express out my dual intention with a PR application?

2. Should my husband leave Canada now? I figured the visa officer won't like to see my husband renewing his visitor record while waiting for the PR.

Thanks for your advice!!

 

[lionheart7]

I think you should simply apply for study permit. PR applications take unexpectedly longer and you wont know when it will be approved. A lot of students get PR after their studies. So for now you just need to give them assurance that your purpose is to study and then leave.

 

[pawpaw]

I think you should simply apply for study permit. PR applications take unexpectedly longer and you wont know when it will be approved. A lot of students get PR after their studies. So for now you just need to give them assurance that your purpose is to study and then leave.

yea, I won't expect to get PR before the school starts. But the lawyer suggests that I need to first apply for PR and then go for study permit. I am not sure if that is what I should do...

 

[macthepak]

Re: student visa rejected,will apply again,,,good idea?

Both of you should be honest. Your hubby should update his pr app and mention if is married. And when you apply for your student permit you need to mention your hubby. Its not rocket science.

 

[pawpaw]

Re: student visa rejected,will apply again,,,good idea?

Both of you should be honest. Your hubby should update his pr app and mention if is married. And when you apply for your student permit you need to mention your hubby. Its not rocket science.

Thanks, my husband will send out the updated application on Monday.