Pakistan Application Forum................

[khalid h]

Hello friends,

Today out of nowhere, someone (ordinary post) dropped medical request form along with few additional requirements at my doorstep. I immediately rushed to my laptop and checked my ecas that was "In Process". Its been quite a while, probably three months since I logged in to cic website for ecas checking. I was extremely frustrated and was absolutely sure nothing is going to happen to my case. Thanks to my dear Allah.

Now I am alive and back again and need help from you people exactly the way you have been delivering from quite a while. First of all please have a look at these requirements they are asking for:

1- Medical Examination Report (Form having my original picture was enclosed in envelope)
2- New Application for permanent residence (IMM008 Form)
3- New Schedule A Background/declaration Form
4- New Additional Family Information Form (IMM5406)
5- Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
6- New Original Police Certificates
7- IMM5562E (if applicable)

Most of above is quite understandable and self-explanatory. However, I need answers to these:

1- What is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and the process to pay. Also, is it really required at this stage of application? Is there anyone else who got RPRF request along with medics.
2- I have checked the list of approved doctors at cic website. Would appreciate if anyone let me know a good one for having smooth medics at Lahore.
3- I have few educational updates to send them as well. should I submmit these with above docs as well?

Thanks in advance and good luck to all fellows.

Khanbaba

Congrats the letter was posted from islamabad or london ?

[map786]

Mine disappeared in almost same time (sorry I don't remember exact dates). So communicate with the Postman in your area without any delay.

Harri, mine disappeared since January 27 2012 still not reappeared.. waiting for PPR 1 medical done in July 2011...what do you think in my case?

[prospective]

Dear all

Following line has been added today in my ecas status which was "In-process" since February 26, 2012:

"Your application was reviewed and we started processing on February 22, 2012."

Please pray for me.

Azhar Mehmood Ghori

Mine ecas is also same.

[ss1886]

Very good Info, Thanks


hi all ,

i have some more use full information ,which i want to share all members   
GUIDELINES FOR PREPARATION FOR THE INTERVIEW
   
   Interview for immigration to Canada is conducted to determine your suitability for permanent settlement in Canada. To convince the Visa Officer, the Knowledge about his requirement and its fulfillment, to his satisfaction goes a long way for a successful interview. To achieve your aim you must plan and prepare yourself for the interview under five distinct parts. Interview is an opportunity for you to market yourself.  The interview is not meant to test your knowledge/ IQ but to ascertain facts mentioned  by you is IMM008 form.
   
   Part I :  Know about Yourself
   
   In this part, study what information you have given in the Form IMM 008. Each and every para- sub para should be known to you. You should be able to elaborate and satisfy the Visa Officer if any query is raised by him on the information supplied by you. You should be able to convince the Visa officer regarding the correctness of information, authencity of documents generally.  The following information will be checked by Visa Officer:
   (a)   Dates of birth, marriage, education, passports and employment.
   (b)   Education record in detail including marksheets (study detailed syllabai also).
   (c)   Gaps, if any in education or employment will need to be explained.
   (d)   Sponsors and relatives.
   (e)   Family members
   (f)   Is the family accompanying or not, with reasons.
   (g)   Standard of English/French (if applicable)
   (h)   Co-relation of residential address with education/ employment record.
   (i)   Pay special attention to column 27 of IMM008 form is a must.
   
    Part II :  Know about Your Job
   
   You should be able to answer all types of question related to your job to the satisfaction of Visa officer. His main thrust will be on technical details. How you handle your job and your contribution to it. Your job responsibilities and experiences gained will be verified during the interview. While preparing brief on your job responsibilities, corelate the same with the handouts/ captions given to you for the intended job in Canada. Your all answers must fit in to the job profile of intended occupation enclosed. In case you have frequently changed your job, then be prepared to explain.
   
   You may acquire following additional knowledge also:
   (a)   Carry Company profiles.
   (b)   Job responsibilities in detail/appreciation letters and photographs/video cassettes of your work to support your experience.
   (c)   Turnover of the company.
   (d)   Employers details.
 
   
   (e)   Type of equipments / stores produced.
   (f)   Work force.
   (g)   How you fit into it.
   
   Your knowledge of your profession must be thorough.
   
   Visa Officer will also ask you what efforts you have made to find a job in Canada.  You may talk about the assistance being provided by Global Placement Agency  which is/ will be assisting you to find a suitable job in Canada.
   
   Client must admit that it may take 2-3 months time to get a job in one's related filed in Canada and that too at much lower level as compared to one's present status in India. In the meantime, he/she will be willing to work on odd jobs on part time basis: that he/she is prepared to undergo additional training and courses upon landing in Canada.
   
      Typical Questions
   
   The Visa officer normally conducts the interview in a friendly manner. He does not  expect you to answer  all questions as an expert but he does expect a reasonable answer for whatever he enquires e.g.
   
   Q 1.      What preparation have you made to get a job in Canada?
   A.        Sir, I have acquired proficiency upto the level of fluency in English and /or upto the level of well in French. I have attended ______________duration Diploma/Certificate in Computer Programming/Autocad/_____________-language. Further to improve in my profession, I have gone through the latest magazines/books/Canada Employment Weekly/attended Seminars/Exhibitions etc.
     
      I have also acquired sufficient knowledge about Canada, Canadian Market and ________. Over and above I have got my Professional degree/qualification assessed by the CCPE (Canadian Counsel of Professional Engineers)/PEBC (The Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada)/PRB (The Alliance of Physiotherapy Regulatory Board/CVMA (Canadian Veterinary Medical Association)/ Others.
   
   Q 2.   What efforts have you made to get an employment in Canada?
   
   A.   Sir, I have prepared Resume of my qualification and work experience. This Resume has been  forwarded to _________________Employment Agencies in __________________Province. I have also forwarded copy of the same to Placement Services, which is part of  Canada Incorp. Office in Toronto. I have received replies from ______________which are placed at pages ______to ________ of the folders. I am sure by the time, I get my landing papers, I would have got the reply. Even, if no reply is received, once I land in Canada,  Placement Services Canada Incorp., will be introducing me to various employers. I  am also like to be counselled and prepared by the Placement Services for interview with the employers for my job.
   
   
   Q 3.   What will you do if you do not get a job of your Qualification and status?
   
   A.   Yes Sir, I am aware that initially I may not get a job of my qualification and status. As I may have to undergo certain examinations and training for being recongnised in my profession. I have to start afresh in a new country. I am therefore prepared to do any Part time preferably related to my field. Simultaneously I will acquire/ upgrade my professional qualifications and gain experience of Canadian working. I am sure in a reasonable time, I will get a job of my professional line, qualifications and status.
   
   Q 4.   In which specific ways will you contribute towards the development of Canada?
   
   A.   Sir, I am a professionally qualified person and have vast experience in working on (subjects/ areas/ fields) as a ............................ (present occupation). During my present employment, I have acquired qualification (Computer/ French language/ achievements in profession). I have achieved (give specific achievements/ appreciation letters/ inventions/ designs/ proof of work etc.). I have therefore readily transferable skill for Canadian economy. I am definite that on my Immigration to Canada, I will prove to be a successful professional and be useful Citizen of Canada.
   
   Part III :  Assets and their Proof
   
   You should carry all your original financial documents in a chronological order. The documentary proof regarding the value of Assets wherever required should be attached along with the document. Besides Sponsorship and financial help from Canadian friends/ relations, Visa officer wants  to see your own financial status.
   
   You must have minimum $ 10,000  (Rs. 2.85 Lacs) equivalent money in the liquid form of Bank Balance/ Shares/ Securities/ Fixed Deposits etc.
   
   Part IV :  Know about Canada
   
   General:-
   Canada is multicultural, multilinguistic and country of Immigrants. Except for the first PEOPLES-THE INUITS all Canadians are Immigrants.
   
   Before the French and English came to Canada, the Inuit were settled in every region of Canada.
   
   The INUITS lived in the North. Most of country men were involved in occupations akin to the area in which they were living like hunting-fishing-forestry etc.
   
   FIRST PEOPLE over a period of time have worked to earn their identity in Canadian Society.
   Canada was first created in 1867 when Ontario,  Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick joined together.  1st July is therefore celebrated as official birthday of Canada.
   
   First Immigration act was passed way back in 1869.  Advertisement brought different people from all over Europe and Asia to come to Canada and settle down there.  Blacks came from USA to escape slavery.  During two wars refugees also came to settle in Canada.
   
   Today Canada is a home for all immigrants from all over the world.
   
   Location:-
   Canada is located in the upper region of Northern hemisphere (45o to 90o N) It has a long border with USA stretching to approximately 400 Km.  Most of the population is settled along the border.
   
   Size:-
   It is approximately three times the size of India.  It stretches Approximately 7000 Km from East to West.  It is 2nd largest country of the world.
   
   Economy:-
   Diversified economy Natural wealth is forest, mines, rivers, lakes and agriculture.
   It is a world leader in high tech specially in communication.
   
   Climate:-
   It is extremely cold and hot. Northern regions are more cold than southern part. It has four distinct seasons. Spring-April/ May, Summer Mid June to Aug., Autumn Sept. To Nov., Winter Dec. To Mar.
   
   Population:-
   Canada has a population of approx. 30 millions which is 1/30 of Indian population. It consists mostly of immigrants. Population is concentrated along the USA border or in small pockets.
   
   Religion:-
   There is no state religion. All religions are equally respected and people have freedom to persue whatever religion they wish to follow.
   
   Political set up:-
   Canada is a member of common wealth countries. By virtue of this Queen of England is the Constitutional head.  She governs Canada through Governor General.
   
   However in reality it has democratic set up with three parties that is Conservatives, Democratic and Liberals.  It has two Houses:- House of Lords and House of Commons.  Mr. Cheritan is the Prime Minister.
   
   Govt. set up :-
   It has 3 tier set up of government:-
   
Federal Govt:- Looks after Foreign affairs, Security, Investigation, Communication and Currency etc.   
   
 Provincial govt:-  Looks after Industry, taxes, development of roads, health etc.       
   
Municipal Corporations:- Looks after the Hygiene, Sanitation, Health and Local Community---etc.   
   
   Provinces:-
   
   It has 10 provinces and two Union territories.
   
   1. British Columbia                                              8. Manitoba
   2. Ontario   9. Prince Edward   
   3. New Foundland   10. Quebec
   4. Saskat Chewan   Union territories
   5. Alberta   1. North west territories
   6. New Brunswick   2. Yukon territory
   7. Nova Scotia   3.  Nunavut
   
   Culture:-
   It is a multicultural society.  Medical is free for all citizens.  It is Social welfare state.
   
   Crime:-
   Crime rate negligible.  Racial discrimination is practically non existent.  People are peace loving.
   
   Discrimination:-
   All people have equal rights under the constitution.  People have equal opportunities in all walks of life.  There is no discrimination on the basis of colour, caste or sex.
   
   Language:-
   People speak English and French. 73% of the population speaks English.
   
   Occupation:-
   It is primarily an agricultural country.  Fishing is also very popular.  Industrially developed country.  Information and technology is developed.  Communication system is good.
   
   Best Country of the world:-
   Canada had been declared best country of the world by UNO upto 2001.
•   Pollution free country.      •    Thinly populated country.
•   No discrimination/ all are treated equally.   •   Religious freedom.
•   Negligible crime rate/ peaceful country.   •   Good human rights record.
•   High employment rate.      •   Democratic set.
•   Fully developed country.      •   Equal job opportunities for all.
•   Life expectancy is high.      •   Quality of life is better.
•   Highly technical country.      •   Per-capita Income is high.
•   Country of Immigrants.
   
   Fully Developed Country:-
   Fully developed country means that it is utilising its natural resources with modern Technology to its best advantage.
   
•   Fully developed roads, rails, airports, etc.
•   Modern technology is in use.
•   Industrial growth is high.
•   Per-capita Income is high.
•   Communication set up is modern.
   
   Likely Questions:
   (a)   Why do you want to go Canada?
   (b)   Don't you like India?
   (c)   Why don't you opt for Newzeland/ Australia/ U.S.A. (while giving answere do comparison with a particular place?
   (d)   What do you understand by fully developed Country?
   
   
   Part V :  Relative/ Close friend in Canada
   
      If you have a close relative or friend who has sponsored you then you must know everything about him like - his job - marital status - No. of children, age and classes in which they are studying  - Financial Income - Does he own a house - can he spare a room for you. You should therefore he is a position to answer questions such as, What sort of support you expect from your friend/ relative,
      Why should he/ she support you,
      Are you going to stay with him/ her,
      Why are you going to stay with him/ her.
      Relatives are only blood relation- You must carry proof of family tree in the form of education certificate and proof that blood relation residing in Canada in the form of landed immigrant documents/ SIN card/ citizenship card etc.
 
   Part VI :  Spouse
   
      Your spouse will also be interviewed on the same lines. Therefore kindly prepare her/ him for questions such as,
      Are you going alone,
      Why are you not taking your wife with you,
      What plans have you made for children's education,
   
   General Question
   
   Q 1.   What is your destination in Canada? or Which city/ province you are planning to settle down and why?
   
   Q 2.   What assistance does  provide you?
   
   Q 3.   How much money have you paid them?
   
   Assistance provided by  in India is given in Fee Agreement (kindly read).  Assistance provided by  Inc. in Canada is as under:-
   
         - Reception at the Air port when I land
         - Assist in applying for Social Insurance Number and Health Card
         - Assist in opening up bank account
         - Assist in becoming familiar with Canadian Life
      - Assist in process of finding job, accommodation, educational institutes for children and other related matters.
         - ***** has a hostel of their  own. If need be I can stay there.
         - They provide guidance on all aspects of settlement
   
   
   Part VIII :  General Preparation
   
   Prepare 3/4 Folders of your original documents as per given instructions
   
   *   One folder containing documents of your education, employment, job responsibilities and work experience etc.
   *   One folder containing information about your sponsor, relatives in Canada, Affidavit of Siblings, Proof of Marriage etc. (If the documents are in small number, then these should be made part of the first folder only).
   *   One folder as “Asset File”.
   *   One separate folder for the documents of the Spouse and the children if applicable.
 
   
   Conduct at the Canadian High Commission/ Visa Post
   
   *   Dress up in a formal manner
   *   Appear at the reception at least 30-40 minutes before your interview time.
   *   Present your interview letter at the reception in original.
   *   You will be escorted to the waiting room / The counsellor by the representative of the Canadian High Commission.
   *   When you reach the Counsellor , exchange pleasantries, present your visiting cards, shake hands if offered and sit down when you are offered a seat.
   *   Sit slightly away from the Counsellor's table. Do not put your hands on the table.
   *   Take out your brief and folders and place it in front of you for presenting to the interviewing counsellor when asked / required.
   
   Ettiquettes during the interview

*   Look straight into the eyes of the interviewing officer.
*   Listen attentively and give appropriate reply. If you have not understood the questions, say Pardon Sir/ Pardon Miss/ Pardon Madam.
*   Address the Counsellor with proper respect such as “Sir/ Miss/ Madam”.
*   Do not get into an argument.
*   Present the information asked for verbally or through related documents, photographs etc.
*   Replies should be -
   -   Positive
   -   Correct as already submitted

[kahiar]

Hello friends,

Today out of nowhere, someone (ordinary post) dropped medical request form along with few additional requirements at my doorstep. I immediately rushed to my laptop and checked my ecas that was "In Process". Its been quite a while, probably three months since I logged in to cic website for ecas checking. I was extremely frustrated and was absolutely sure nothing is going to happen to my case. Thanks to my dear Allah.

Now I am alive and back again and need help from you people exactly the way you have been delivering from quite a while. First of all please have a look at these requirements they are asking for:

1- Medical Examination Report (Form having my original picture was enclosed in envelope)
2- New Application for permanent residence (IMM008 Form)
3- New Schedule A Background/declaration Form
4- New Additional Family Information Form (IMM5406)
5- Right of Permanent Residence Fee (RPRF)
6- New Original Police Certificates
7- IMM5562E (if applicable)

Most of above is quite understandable and self-explanatory. However, I need answers to these:

1- What is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and the process to pay. Also, is it really required at this stage of application? Is there anyone else who got RPRF request along with medics.
2- I have checked the list of approved doctors at cic website. Would appreciate if anyone let me know a good one for having smooth medics at Lahore.
3- I have few educational updates to send them as well. should I submmit these with above docs as well?

Thanks in advance and good luck to all fellows.

Khanbaba

Most of above is quite understandable and self-explanatory. However, I need answers to these:

1- What is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and the process to pay. Also, is it really required at this stage of application? Is there anyone else who got RPRF request along with medics.
If they have asked for it then you must pay it. This fee is CA$ 490 for principal applicant and same for the spouse. So if you are single then CA$ 490. If you are married with no children above the age of 18 then CA$ 980/- for you + spouse.
This fee MUST be paid as Bank Draft in Canadian Dollars credited to receiver general for Canada.

2- I have checked the list of approved doctors at cic website. Would appreciate if anyone let me know a good one for having smooth medics at Lahore.
Dr. Ahsan Waheed Rathore - I found him and his staff to be very professional.

3- I have few educational updates to send them as well. should I submmit these with above docs as well?
Depends on if they will affect your case. If you have received medical then this means your case wrt points is already approved... there may or may not be a need to update it unduly. Hopwever, I will let some senior answer this... so do not rely on my judgement alone.

[cheeta37]

i think they started 0213 and other NOC applications.

is here any 0111 applicant without any update in case?

[khanbaba2k10]

Congrats the letter was posted from islamabad or london ?

Thanx dear. Letter was originally posted from London dated 01-03-12. Was received at ISB 04-03-12 and today 06-03-12 delivered at my door. Both dates are stamped on envelope.

[khanbaba2k10]

Most of above is quite understandable and self-explanatory. However, I need answers to these:

1- What is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and the process to pay. Also, is it really required at this stage of application? Is there anyone else who got RPRF request along with medics.
If they have asked for it then you must pay it. This fee is CA$ 490 for principal applicant and same for the spouse. So if you are single then CA$ 490. If you are married with no children above the age of 18 then CA$ 980/- for you + spouse.
This fee MUST be paid as Bank Draft in Canadian Dollars credited to receiver general for Canada.

2- I have checked the list of approved doctors at cic website. Would appreciate if anyone let me know a good one for having smooth medics at Lahore.
Dr. Ahsan Waheed Rathore - I found him and his staff to be very professional.

3- I have few educational updates to send them as well. should I submmit these with above docs as well?
Depends on if they will affect your case. If you have received medical then this means your case wrt points is already approved... there may or may not be a need to update it unduly. Hopwever, I will let some senior answer this... so do not rely on my judgement alone.

Many thanks dear for your reply. Seniors plz respond to my query, Should I submit educational updates as well at this stage.? Also, I am still confused about RPRF requirement at this stage. Is there anyone else who received RPRF request along with MR, plz let me know.

Thanks in advance.

[map786]

Dear Forum Members,

PPR request receive through email or through courier? any idea?

[aoun]

My Address disappeared on 27th Feb 12 AND Appeared on dated 3rd March 12.Now E-status in process with 23-02-12 date.But yet nothing received by post.Plz pray plzzzzzzzz.

Mine ecas is also same.

[kahiar]

Many thanks dear for your reply. Seniors plz respond to my query, Should I submit educational updates as well at this stage.? Also, I am still confused about RPRF requirement at this stage. Is there anyone else who received RPRF request along with MR, plz let me know. And is this amount to be paid in Canadian Dollars??

Thanks in advance.

RPRF is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and almost 100% of people who are receiving requests for medical receive the request to submit this fee along with it as well. Hence, you do not need to be confused because your case is not unique. I also received request for RPRF along with request for Medicals.

If you red back 3-4 pages, you will notice that I asked how to get this bank draft prepared, and a Senior answered. The only way you can pay RPRF is through a Bank Draft credited to 'receiver General for Canada'. To get this bank draft made go to 'Wall Street' (Forex Company with branch on main Blvd.) and ask for this draft to be made, they will charge you in PKR and give you 2 days time to come and collect the Draft. Take cash (PKR) and your ID card with you. It's simple and straight forward.

As far as education is concerned, can you be more specific as to what has changed in your educational status that you need to update CHC for?

[Amir887]

Hi Sum,
Letter was sent to me by post and I replied the same way through courier. With my appeal letter, i also attached highlighted pages quoting cic website and mentioned that visa officer has made a mistake while awarding adaptability points. Instead of 4, visa officer awarded 3 points in adaptability factor and case was refused by just 1 point but I was lucky that it was reviewed and approved within 4 weeks time.
I also attached copy of refusal letter for the reference.
I have also replied to your query by PM, plz check your inbox.

Dear Countryboy,
Will u please send me the address on which u send ur appeal for review? I have the same problem ,Visa Officer wrongly calculated my points and refused my application now i want to go for appeal against this decision,Will u please advise me the procedure and address where to send.?

Regards

[khanbaba2k10]

RPRF is Right of Permanent Residence Fee and almost 100% of people who are receiving requests for medical receive the request to submit this fee along with it as well. Hence, you do not need to be confused because your case is not unique. I also received request for RPRF along with request for Medicals.

If you red back 3-4 pages, you will notice that I asked how to get this bank draft prepared, and a Senior answered. The only way you can pay RPRF is through a Bank Draft credited to 'receiver General for Canada'. To get this bank draft made go to 'Wall Street' (Forex Company with branch on main Blvd.) and ask for this draft to be made, they will charge you in PKR and give you 2 days time to come and collect the Draft. Take cash (PKR) and your ID card with you. It's simple and straight forward.

As far as education is concerned, can you be more specific as to what has changed in your educational status that you need to update CHC for?

Thanks again for replying. And my apology for asking these dumb questions that have already been answered time and again on this forum. Yes I have gone through your previous posts, have googled a bit to further ensure and everything is crystal clear to me.

Concerning education, I have few industry standard certifications to show related to my profession. Although its not Academic update but I personally feel these must have some impact. Plz comment.

Many thanx again for your detailed reply, specially about payment method through 'Wall Street' that suits me the best of all.

[kahiar]

Thanks again for replying. And my apology for asking these dumb questions that have already been answered time and again on this forum. Yes I have gone through your previous posts, have googled a bit to further ensure and everything is crystal clear to me.

Concerning education, I have few industry standard certifications to show related to my profession. Although its not Academic update but I personally feel these must have some impact. Plz comment.

Many thanx again for your detailed reply, specially about payment method through 'Wall Street' that suits me the best of all.

You are most welcome.

This is my humble opinion.
1. Your core educational qualifications are responsible for getting you points towards the magical total of 67.
2. If you have any certifications or memberships of relevant governing or licensing authority, that usually only goes to cement your professional position in the eyes of the immigration officer. Which means that your educational qualifications relevance to your profession cannot be challenged (e.g. an engineer by education who is also part of a national engineering council cements his professional pedigree by producing his council membership certificate).

In your case:
Your new educational updates do not augment point #1 above.
Since the CHC is already asking for your medical, this means that your case has already been assessed and your educational and professional credentials are already approved (they have no doubts or questions regarding them). After this stage, only your background and security clearance remains.

Hence adding new qualifications that do not affect #1 or which are probably no longer required for #2 will add no further weight to your application.

Whereas I see no harm in attaching those new certifications to your application, but I feel that they will be ir-relevant at this stage since you have 'passed' the educational + professional credential scrutiny and these new certifications might be completely disregarded.

At a personal level, I would not add ANY new 'unwanted' documentation to my file after receiving medical in order to remove any chance of delay due to consideration of new documentation of any sort... but  that's the approach I would take for myself.

You are the best judge for your own application.

[imran01]

major update in your case..i think 3-6 month delay onward is normal for you...

if my spouse checks will be on then analysis stage of job duties of my work experience will be accepted.

what you think?