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[zeeshee]

This may clear the confusion

Priority Processing applications for permanent residence in Canada (Immigration) for family reunification, Quebec permanent residence with a valid CSQ, provincial nominees with certificates, dependents of in-Canada applicants and refugees in need of resettlement with UNHCR referral or sponsorship in Canada, from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman and Yemen are processed from 1st January 2006 at the Embassy of Canada in Abu Dhabi.

Skilled Worker and Business applications for permanent residence in Canada (Immigration) from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, United Arab Emirates, Oman and Yemen are processed by the Canadian High Commission in London, UK. Therefore, we do not accept applications for permanent residence in Canada. We also do not provide information concerning immigration to Canada nor answer any immigration inquiries even if you have chosen the Gulf area for your interview.

[creativemedicine]

Ok another stupid question please bear with me as this is the 2nd time im applying and i dont want it to be rejected again

i am a pakistani residing in dubai, my passport was issued from pak embassy in dubai so under passport number it asks country of issue should it be UAE or Pakistan

[qorax]

Declarations:
1. If u r over 18yrs no Parent's Declaration is needed.
2. Military Exemption Cert is for nations which have 'Draft' system. Like Israel, Egypt [sometimes], Kerghystan etc. If your county doesn't have a 'compulsory mil. service', this is 'N/A'.

[creativemedicine]

Declarations:
1. If u r over 18yrs no Parent's Declaration is needed.
2. Military Exemption Cert is for nations which have 'Draft' system. Like Israel, Egypt [sometimes], Kerghystan etc. If your county doesn't have a 'compulsory mil. service', this is 'N/A'.

Qoraxxxxxxxxxx

pls revert to my stupid queries as well

thanks

[qorax]

Qorax said london but now someone said ABUDHABI....who can i ask ? also can you specify where to live in canada city/town: and province/territory

my family is in toronto/scarborough can u tell me properly how to write this>

sorry for bothering

thanks

1. For FSW cases, the visa office is CHC-London.
2. For which city: Except for 2 cases, PNP & Quebec applicants, writing 'any city'here is IMMATERIAL to your 'actual' POE. It makes no diff what u write here.
3. So, as u say, your family is in Toronto [Scarborough], write here 'Toronto' safely.

[qorax]

Ok another stupid question please bear with me as this is the 2nd time im applying and i dont want it to be rejected again

i am a pakistani residing in dubai, my passport was issued from pak embassy in dubai so under passport number it asks country of issue should it be UAE or Pakistan

Bro, The latest pp is issued by 'Pak Embassy' in Dubai, right? So, your issuing country is "Pakistan". Your pp is a 'Pakistani Pp'.

[creativemedicine]

1. For FSW cases, the visa office is CHC-London.
2. For which city: Except for 2 cases, PNP & Quebec applicants, writing 'any city'here is IMMATERIAL to your 'actual' POE. It makes no diff what u write here.
3. So, as u say, your family is in Toronto [Scarborough], write here 'Toronto' safely.

THANKS QORAX

[qorax]

Scotiabank account from Dubai...
Dear Friends,

As I had discussed earlier, plz be on the know that we can 'open' a Canadian Bank's a/c -right from here... in Dubai.

I know many International Banks also have this facility, like HSBC, RBS, StanChart etc. But, those banks are better 'avoided'. Why? 'Coz, due to their enormous charges, low interest rates & poor presence in Canada.

I suggest, go for 'Scotiabank'...
Why?
1. Huge presence in Canada. With ATMs in nearly all over the country [even in small towns].
2. Zero charges for 1 yr. [Free 1yr a/c].
3. Free Cheque book for a yr.
4. Free remittances for a yr.
5. Free 'Locker' for a yr.
6. Free Credit Card [deposit inked, Limited] for a yr.
7. Has a 'tailored-made' a/c for us -New Immigrants. Called the 'Start Right' program.
8. All info  @  www.startright.scotiabank.com.
9. Only 2 other banks have such presence, TD Bank & CIBC. But, both do not have a scene here, in Dubai.

Why to open a/c here?
-Ease of carrying the 'landing funds'.
-We don't need to carry cash/draft/TCs.
-And the money is immediate at hand in Canada.

HOW TO GET IT ORGANIZED IN DUBAI ?
HDFC Bank Representative Office is dealing with Scotiabank here. I have just touched base with them; and found their reps very helpful. For further info / action on the subject, plz note the following:
-Tel. no.: 04-3966991 [extn: 214]
-Contact Person: Ms. Tejal
-Currency deposited: AED
-Charges: NIL

More on it later...

Warm regards,
Qorax.

[rajadada]

Hi creativemedicine,
      If u r passport is machine readable (digital) that always issued from Islamabad, Pakistan only u r submitting here passport application and receiving.
If your passport is manual  than it is issued from Dubai UAE.
Check u r passport this is mentioned that issung athority PAKISTAN.
May be I m wrong check u r self.
Thanks and best regards.

[shuaib]

After many many months, today I have decided that finally I will Apply for FSW Immigration this weekend. So I would be sending few more emails today and tomorrow.

My first question... somewhere I read that Payment should not be by Credit Card (don't remember where exactly I read it, but it was somewhere on CIC website). Am I correct?

Or is there other people who are paying through Credit Card?

Next questions will follow soon.

[qorax]

Who says?
U can always pay by Credit Card.

[shuaib]

Thanks qorax, I read it sometime back somewhere, but now I was not able to find it. So you cleared my confusion.

My 2nd question: In Background declaration, for many questions, if activity is going on till now (like my current job), what should I write in "TO" field, "2010 02" or should I leave it blank?

3rd question: For "Economic Classes", Question 6, (Language), it says "Have you taken an approved test to assess your proficiency in English or French?" I plan to do that in near future. Should I delay my application till I get this exam and results?
 Or can I apply before that.


4th question: In the same question, it says "Yes (Provide a copy of approved test results)". This means that I must take this test before applying? Or can I submit without this copy?


5th question: For "Economic Classes", Question 10, (Funds). Amount of Funds... Should I declare the value at the time of initial application? Do I need to provide any proof? This value can go up and down in next 1 year.

[qorax]

Thanks qorax, I read it sometime back somewhere, but now I was not able to find it. So you cleared my confusion.

My 2nd question: In Background declaration, for many questions, if activity is going on till now (like my current job), what should I write in "TO" field, "2010 02" or should I leave it blank?

3rd question: For "Economic Classes", Question 6, (Language), it says "Have you taken an approved test to assess your proficiency in English or French?" I plan to do that in near future. Should I delay my application till I get this exam and results?
 Or can I apply before that.

4th question: In the same question, it says "Yes (Provide a copy of approved test results)". This means that I must take this test before applying? Or can I submit without this copy?

5th question: For "Economic Classes", Question 10, (Funds). Amount of Funds... Should I declare the value at the time of initial application? Do I need to provide any proof? This value can go up and down in next 1 year.

1. Thanx.
2. To: "till date".
3. Tests: "yes, applied". [don't delay, send apps straightaway]
4. Provide copy: "Results awaited". [apply now & attach the 'receipt copy']
5. Funds: Declare the value as of now [it shouldn't be less than CIC requirement]. Proof is not needed at this stage.

[shuaib]

Thanks Qorax, tussi great ooo!

[rk2009]

Scotiabank account from Dubai...
Dear Friends,

As I had discussed earlier, plz be on the know that we can 'open' a Canadian Bank's a/c -right from here... in Dubai.

I know many International Banks also have this facility, like HSBC, RBS, StanChart etc. But, those banks are better 'avoided'. Why? 'Coz, due to their enormous charges, low interest rates & poor presence in Canada.

I suggest, go for 'Scotiabank'...
Why?
1. Huge presence in Canada. With ATMs in nearly all over the country [even in small towns].
2. Zero charges for 1 yr. [Free 1yr a/c].
3. Free Cheque book for a yr.
4. Free remittances for a yr.
5. Free 'Locker' for a yr.
6. Free Credit Card [deposit inked, Limited] for a yr.
7. Has a 'tailored-made' a/c for us -New Immigrants. Called the 'Start Right' program.
8. All info   @   www.startright.scotiabank.com.
9. Only 2 other banks have such presence, TD Bank & CIBC. But, both do not have a scene here, in Dubai.

Why to open a/c here?
-Ease of carrying the 'landing funds'.
-We don't need to carry cash/draft/TCs.
-And the money is immediate at hand in Canada.

HOW TO GET IT ORGANIZED IN DUBAI ?
HDFC Bank Representative Office is dealing with Scotiabank here. I have just touched base with them; and found their reps very helpful. For further info / action on the subject, plz note the following:
-Tel. no.: 04-3966991 [extn: 214]
-Contact Person: Ms. Tejal
-Currency deposited: AED
-Charges: NIL

More on it later...

Warm regards,
Qorax.

Qorax,

As always thanks for sharing this link and your opinion. In one of the footnotes they say:

1 To be eligible for the Scotiabank StartRight program, you must have Canadian
landed immigrant status granted within the last 3 years.

Does this simply mean that its available to new immigrants who have landed i.e I cant open the account remotely?