application rejected

[lama79]

Hi !!

 I am new to this forum , i wanted to know if I can apply for a reconsideration of my rejected application for permanent residence under the skilled worker category. My application was rejected because they say I did not fulfill the criteria for proof of funds. Now to prove my funds I had sent them a photocopy of a draft in my name for a sum  more than the required amount for two i.e( more than 15000 canadian dollars). The person mistook that for a cheque, in addition i had also sent documents of valuation of my property  to serve as a back up if more cash be needed if they accept my application.

 The person has rejected my application because he mistook my draft for a cheque and he thinks my affidavit for the ownership of my property is not satisfactory. Now I am ready to convert the amount in draft and deposit it in the bank for the statement, why i did not do so in the first instance was because the draft was made in Canada by my uncle who is a citizen of Canada, and he gave this as a gift to support me in Canada.  Moreover  I thought that this was the best possible way to show transferable and unencumbered funds.

 How should I apply now for reconsideration or is there other means by which i can process my application again

        Please help

[Nari]

Hmmm,
It is nonsense rejection, the only thought that I have to write them at once, do it urgent, maybe they will understand, or try to ask a lawyer, aren't there online consultants?
Do something, it is crazy to be rejected for that, I am very sorry, but I hope that they will change the decision, try any thing and everything and don't lose time.

Good luck, and let know what happened.
Nari

[visaexpert4indians]

Seniors please help him....

[jes_ON]

Because it is not permitted to "borrow" funds for this purpose, the fact that the money came from your uncle is a problem.  Moreover, since it is not in an account it is difficult to trace the origins of the funds.

Others may have better suggestions, but I think you will have to do 2 things -
1)  Deposit the funds in an account that belongs to you, and provide the type of documentation requested.
2)  Prove it is a gift and not a loan.  I think your uncle will have to provide a sworn affidavit to this effect. 

Even so, it may be difficult to convince the IO. 

[charmeuse]

Sorry to hear your plight, but I agree with jes_ON's observation. When the IO saw that the draft is from your uncle and you only had a property in your name (the valuation of which is subject to many things, and they won't be bothered to look deep into that), s/he must have thought that you don't have enough funds on your own.

From what I've experienced and heard, it is very hard to reopen a rejected application; however, I've read one person's account here of being granted that privilege. So, immediately encash that draft or fund your own account with enough amount and try to fax/e-mail an appeal to the visa office with the proof. Also, be prepared for re-applying if that doesn't work out.

By the way, could you share the exact wordings of the rejection letter here? I believe this is the first time an application is rejected due to lack of POF.

[maran1976]

hi sorry about the rejection.
they clearly say in bold in the guidelines that the funds should not be borrowed !

i have learnt from this forum, not to rush and to read all the fine prints carefully (advise from charmeuse 2 months ago).

i do not know why people still show valuation of properties etc ( you show that while you apply for visit visas, to prove that you have properties/investments to which you will come back to and not a potential immigrant!).

it has to be funds in bank account or Fixed Deposits , for a sure shot convincing on the proof of funds.