Hello, I have been anonymously checking this forum for the past few months for updates. I just got my AIP and thought to update here as it might be helpful for some people.
Visa Office – Abu Dhabi
Date applied – March 11, 2020
Application Type - Paper Application through VFS Dubai.
Biometrics - Submitted along with the application at VFS Dubai
Eligibility started – August 21, 2020
AIP – September 8, 2020 through GCKey around 12:30 pm
Nationality – Pakistani
Program - BSc at Memorial University, Classes starting tomorrow.
Although I have been given AIP, I am still not sure whether to start my classes or defer to Winter intake. Especially after seeing some Pakistani students getting rejection after AIP. Also the IRCC guidelines (
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigratio...e/study-permit.html#_study_permit_eligibility ) say that despite passing preliminary eligibility assessment, my application can still be rejected for eligibility reason. Eligibility is a huge factor for me as I am a UAE resident for past 4 years as my dad works here and don't really have strong ties to my home country. I am still not sure about what to do, any suggestions will be highly appreciated.