As I said in my comment, VO dont have a liking towards people returning to GCC countries. As long as you will mention you will return to your country of citizenship you still stand a chance. Especially considering you both are still young that is a big advantage.
With regards to funds, try to show as such that even if you don't have a job you can survive and will have enough money to travel back home. Although unrealistic, but helps to build strong financial case.
Cant comment on the course as I didn't see any mention of what you have done so far & what is your profession. This can be tricky and you cant really dodge this as this is something they can take quantifiable decision on.
Hi !
My second application also refused from KSA and now I have realized there’s no point applying from here. I’m planning to travel back to my home country, apply through SDS from there. Once I get my passport stamp, only then will apply for SOWP.
My reasons this time were VERY GENERIC again. 1) Purpose Of Visit (same as last) (my scores are really good and consistent, no back logs and 6.5 GPA OUT OF 7)
Bachelor in Management Studies, Previous work experience in Brand management and Social Media executive and PROGRAM in Canada I got admitted to is Global Business Management Post graduate certificate.
2) Immigration Status (same as last)
3) Current employment situation (dunno why this when I clearly mentioned I can’t work in Saudi Arabia on a dependent visa)
They just wrote these three words in each sentence and no extra explanation. Makes me believe that they just are hell bent on not giving me a permit that’s about it.
I did give a VERY THOROUGH explanation about linking my course to my previous work experience + my future goals. Also told them explicitly regarding immigration status that I DONT INTEND TO LIVE IN CANADA OR KSA and this course is to get a post graduate credential and seek employment in India.
dunno what more they want. I’m convinced that applying from Saudi along with the spouse is a NO GO ever. So will go back to India after getting my GCMS and start my journey as an SDS from there.
Do give in your valuable input.
Thanks.
Leaving it here for your perusal, have replied on another thread the same.