Anyone applied a Student Permit from Philippines?

[roks]

Kailangan pa po bang mag pdos kung student visa lang po ako

According po sa iba wala daw po..

 

[lopi14]

I cant wait *) thanks po sir!

Currently, no updates from artsh0914 (SDS /Online). Standard SDS processing is 20 days.

Updated forecast:

1. em-em22 (SDS): should be getting decision any day from today.
   
2. mgragl (SDS): should be getting decision any day from today.
   
3. rain143 (Reg): from Jun 30 to Aug 07
   
4. lopi14 (Reg): from Aug 02 to Aug 10
   
5. takeme77 (Reg): from Aug 02 to Aug 19
   
6. Hunyo Dyes (Reg-SG): from Aug 08 to Aug 18
   
7. donday (Reg-SG): from Aug 09 to Aug 19
   
8. roks (Reg): from Aug 09 to Aug 17

Here's the spreadsheet link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-7dDiGS4V2ayllQObh6fBLivS4eFFsfa/view?usp=drivesdk

 

[jcam23]

Firstly, thank you for sharing your timeline. I have added your data to this thread's spreadseet.

It is true that waiting can be cumbersome and without any foresight is perplexing. You have come to the right place.

I find this thread unique because majority of the applicants/members here share the same path and struggles. We rejoice in each and everyone's victory. We support those who seek help.

Welcome aboard!

The dates below are based on the timelimes shared here from Feb 2019 to present.

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Updated forecast:

1. artsh0914 (SDS: any day from now)
2. Hunyo Dyes (Reg: any day from now)
3. Em-em22 (SDS: July 31)
4. rain143 (Reg: Aug 01)
5. lopi14 (Reg: Aug 04)
6. mgragl (SDS: Aug 07)
7. rchldcv (SDS: Aug 09)
8. roks (Reg: Aug 11)

Disclaimer: forecasted dates lang po ito. Plus/minus 2 days. SDS processing takes about 21 + 7 days, while Reg Stream takes about 28 + 7 days.

Good day. I'm done with my biometrics just this morning po. How do I schedule po yung medical exam appointment and ano po ang ieexpect sa medical? Also, I need to be in Canada by the last week of August. I'm hoping na aabot naman po? Thank you.

 

[mrsm2016]

Hi guys.

Out of topic question po.

Yung mga naapproved po dito? Nakabili na kayo ticket? Ang mahal na kasi. Hahaha.

Saka pwede po kaya na mauna ako (SP), then after 2 weeks sunod yung husband ko at daughter? Mas makamura kasi sa ticket kapag ganon. Hehe

Thanks po.

 

[lopi14]

Good day. I'm done with my biometrics just this morning po. How do I schedule po yung medical exam appointment and ano po ang ieexpect sa medical? Also, I need to be in Canada by the last week of August. I'm hoping na aabot naman po? Thank you.

Dito dapat magpaschedule. You should arrive at least 20mins before your appointment.

IOM Manila Health Center
15th Floor, Units A&B Trafalgar Plaza,
105 H.V. Dela Costa Street,
Salcedo Village,
Makati City, 1227
Telephone: +(63 2) 883-9333
+(63 2) 511-8770
Globe mobile 0917 593 4688
​

Dito nman pwede walk-in basta agahan mo ang punta kasi maraming tao na ng around 10am. Call ka na lang sa hotline to ask for details.

St. Luke's Medical Center
10th Floor, Room 1002,
Medical Arts Bldg, Bonifacio Global City, Rizal Drive, Taguig City 1634
Telephone: 02-789-7702 02-789-7703
Accepts cash & Visa/Mastercard credit cards

St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic
1177, J. Bocobo Street
Manila, Metro Manila
Manila City
Telephone: 02 521-8647
Accepts cash only

Age Group - Medical Exam Fee
0 to 4 years old - PhP 2,950.00
5 to 10 years old - PhP 3,800.00
11 to 14 years old - PhP 5,600.00
15 years old and up - PhP 11,550.00
​

Kung SDS, about 20 to 28 days ung turnaround from the time you submitted complete application (this includes biometrics enrolment). Kung regular stream, 28 to 35 days ang turnaround.

Baka mkaabot ka pag SDS. Also, be ready to defer your intake just in case. God bless!

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[mrsm2016]

Guys.

Need pa din ba ng POF sa POE??

Thanks po.

 

[mrsm2016]

@Kal El_76 Hi. You might wanna join this thread instead.

@roks I think, you have the same agency. He/she asking for any feedback in regards of their services po sa other thread.

 

[Takeme77]

Currently, no updates from artsh0914 (SDS /Online). Standard SDS processing is 20 days.

Updated forecast:

1. em-em22 (SDS): should be getting decision any day from today.
   
2. mgragl (SDS): should be getting decision any day from today.
   
3. rain143 (Reg): from Jun 30 to Aug 07
   
4. lopi14 (Reg): from Aug 02 to Aug 10
   
5. takeme77 (Reg): from Aug 02 to Aug 19
   
6. Hunyo Dyes (Reg-SG): from Aug 08 to Aug 18
   
7. donday (Reg-SG): from Aug 09 to Aug 19
   
8. roks (Reg): from Aug 09 to Aug 17

Here's the spreadsheet link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-7dDiGS4V2ayllQObh6fBLivS4eFFsfa/view?usp=drivesdk

Thanks po sir @lopi14

 

[Takeme77]

@lopi14 sir my 2 rin pong overdue sa spreadsheet...ano npong balita s knila.? Nreciv npo b nila ung result?

 

[aciremep]

ONLINE APPLICATION via SDS
DIY AND NO AGENT

BACKGROUND:
-I have a bachelor’s degree in IT
-I’m a software quality engineer (SQE or Software Tester) for three years
-I applied for a Technical Writing Graduate Certificate at Seneca College (May intake and no other intake available) since most of my job as an SQE was to create technical documents from the projects that I handled before.

1ST APPLICATION TIMELINE:
April 11 - Wired my 10k CAD to my GIC account
April 15 - Did an upfront medical at St. Lukes BGC but I have to return on April 23 for Urine Test (because I just had my period recently nevertheless they already provided the E-Medical form and was told that I could submit it on my application online)
April 16 - Received my GIC Investment Directions
April 20 - Submitted my application online via SDS (DIY)
April 21 - Biometrics request
April 23 - Biometrics done / Done with Upfront medical (Urine Test)
May 3 - Medical Passed
May 10 - Start of Reviewing Eligibility
May 20 - Denied due to the following reasons:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the purpose of your visit.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the limited employment prospects in your country of residence.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your current employment situation.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your personal assets and financial status.

I believe that it’s also my fault why I was denied for this application. I did not consider the time it takes to process my application (My semester starts last May 6 by then) and I lack in some of my documents hence the refusal. So I decided to re-apply for the second time with different school and course, stronger SOP, and additional supporting documents. I applied for Software and Systems Information Testing Grad Cert at Fanshawe College (Sept intake) since it’s more connected to my degree and working experience.

2ND APPLICATION TIMELINE:
June 23 - Submitted my application online via SDS (DIY)
PS: I did not mentioned that I was refused on my 1st application, but I used the same GCKey account in submitting this one.
July 9 - Ghost update passed the medical exam
PS: I used the same E-medical form from my 1st application
July 25 - Biometrics correspondence letter and Passport Request letter
July 30 - GCKey account updated my profile as “APPROVED.”

SOP KEY POINTS: (I followed this key points from one of us here in this thread, if I remembered it correctly I think his username is somewhat called "roger"? Thank you, Sir! This helped my application big time!)
* My background: Took up Aeronautical Engineering in college but work experience for the past 22 years are solid IT (from systems and network administration to software/application development and project management)
* Objective: What I plan to achieve. Why I want to study in Canada
* Why Canada: Less expensive than other countries such as AU, NZ or USA. Great peace and order situation. Multicultural.
* Why Durham College and UOIT: I only applied at DC and UOIT, so I was able to highlight their qualities.
* Career progression: How my intended program will help in my future career growth in my home country
* Declaration: that I will abide by all the conditions, rules and regulation of the SP should I be approved. That I intend to finish my program the soonest possible time and go back to my home country. That, should my SP be revoked by IRCC, I will leave Canada immediately.

DOCUMENTS I SUBMITTED FOR MY 2ND APPLICATION:
1. Under Recent Education Transcript
- TOR from college
- College diploma
- Recommendation Letter from our City Hall since I was a scholar of them for four straight years back in college
- COE, ITRs for three years, payroll summary for the year 2018, training certificates

2. Under Proof of GIC
- GIC Investment Direction with proof of wire transfer receipt
- Two bank certificate
- One bank statement for six months (di ko na kinuhaan yung isang account na maliit lang ang laman kasi galing din yun sa isa kong account haha para kunyare marami account)
- Credit Card statement of account for 3 month
- My Investment policy with receipt
- My Life Insurance policy with receipt
- Mortgage Contract of my apartment

3. Under proof of Tuition Payment
- Receipt from School and Proof of Wire Transfer
- Letter of Support / Sponsorship Letter, with sponsor’s Passport, Bank Statements, and ITR

4. IELTS Results
5. Copy of Passport’s bio page, stamps, and visa (Include your old Passport if applicable)
6. Letter of Admission from your school
7. Canadian Visa Standard Photo (35mm x 45 mm)
8. E-Medical Information Sheet (from St. Lukes)

9. Under Optional Document
- Letter of Intent / Statement of Purpose
- NBI

I hope this will help future applicants! If I can do it, you can too! God bless us all.

 

[lilliecutie]

Hi guys.

Out of topic question po.

Yung mga naapproved po dito? Nakabili na kayo ticket? Ang mahal na kasi. Hahaha.

Saka pwede po kaya na mauna ako (SP), then after 2 weeks sunod yung husband ko at daughter? Mas makamura kasi sa ticket kapag ganon. Hehe

Thanks po.

Hindi pa rin ako nakakabili ng ticket, haha. The ticket I was eyeing sobrang mahal na, lampas 1K usd . If you’re planning to fly and then sunod sila after two weeks, sa pagkakaalam ko, according to the consultant i asked, oks lang daw yun. Ang hindi puede is if yung dependents ang mauuna.

Hay ang mahal na ng ticket. I’m thinking of booking two separate tickets na nga. Tapos imbis Vancouver, somewhere in the States ‘yung layover. Kung sobrang haba ng layover, I’ll go exit na lang for a few hours.

 

[Takeme77]

ONLINE APPLICATION via SDS
DIY AND NO AGENT

BACKGROUND:
-I have a bachelor’s degree in IT
-I’m a software quality engineer (SQE or Software Tester) for three years
-I applied for a Technical Writing Graduate Certificate at Seneca College (May intake and no other intake available) since most of my job as an SQE was to create technical documents from the projects that I handled before.

1ST APPLICATION TIMELINE:
April 11 - Wired my 10k CAD to my GIC account
April 15 - Did an upfront medical at St. Lukes BGC but I have to return on April 23 for Urine Test (because I just had my period recently nevertheless they already provided the E-Medical form and was told that I could submit it on my application online)
April 16 - Received my GIC Investment Directions
April 20 - Submitted my application online via SDS (DIY)
April 21 - Biometrics request
April 23 - Biometrics done / Done with Upfront medical (Urine Test)
May 3 - Medical Passed
May 10 - Start of Reviewing Eligibility
May 20 - Denied due to the following reasons:
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the purpose of your visit.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the limited employment prospects in your country of residence.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your current employment situation.
• I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your personal assets and financial status.

I believe that it’s also my fault why I was denied for this application. I did not consider the time it takes to process my application (My semester starts last May 6 by then) and I lack in some of my documents hence the refusal. So I decided to re-apply for the second time with different school and course, stronger SOP, and additional supporting documents. I applied for Software and Systems Information Testing Grad Cert at Fanshawe College (Sept intake) since it’s more connected to my degree and working experience.

2ND APPLICATION TIMELINE:
June 23 - Submitted my application online via SDS (DIY)
PS: I did not mentioned that I was refused on my 1st application, but I used the same GCKey account in submitting this one.
July 9 - Ghost update passed the medical exam
PS: I used the same E-medical form from my 1st application
July 25 - Biometrics correspondence letter and Passport Request letter
July 30 - GCKey account updated my profile as “APPROVED.”

SOP KEY POINTS: (I followed this key points from one of us here in this thread, if I remembered it correctly I think his username is somewhat called "roger"? Thank you, Sir! This helped my application big time!)
* My background: Took up Aeronautical Engineering in college but work experience for the past 22 years are solid IT (from systems and network administration to software/application development and project management)
* Objective: What I plan to achieve. Why I want to study in Canada
* Why Canada: Less expensive than other countries such as AU, NZ or USA. Great peace and order situation. Multicultural.
* Why Durham College and UOIT: I only applied at DC and UOIT, so I was able to highlight their qualities.
* Career progression: How my intended program will help in my future career growth in my home country
* Declaration: that I will abide by all the conditions, rules and regulation of the SP should I be approved. That I intend to finish my program the soonest possible time and go back to my home country. That, should my SP be revoked by IRCC, I will leave Canada immediately.

DOCUMENTS I SUBMITTED FOR MY 2ND APPLICATION:
1. Under Recent Education Transcript
- TOR from college
- College diploma
- Recommendation Letter from our City Hall since I was a scholar of them for four straight years back in college
- COE, ITRs for three years, payroll summary for the year 2018, training certificates

2. Under Proof of GIC
- GIC Investment Direction with proof of wire transfer receipt
- Two bank certificate
- One bank statement for six months (di ko na kinuhaan yung isang account na maliit lang ang laman kasi galing din yun sa isa kong account haha para kunyare marami account)
- Credit Card statement of account for 3 month
- My Investment policy with receipt
- My Life Insurance policy with receipt
- Mortgage Contract of my apartment

3. Under proof of Tuition Payment
- Receipt from School and Proof of Wire Transfer
- Letter of Support / Sponsorship Letter, with sponsor’s Passport, Bank Statements, and ITR

4. IELTS Results
5. Copy of Passport’s bio page, stamps, and visa (Include your old Passport if applicable)
6. Letter of Admission from your school
7. Canadian Visa Standard Photo (35mm x 45 mm)
8. E-Medical Information Sheet (from St. Lukes)

9. Under Optional Document
- Letter of Intent / Statement of Purpose
- NBI

I hope this will help future applicants! If I can do it, you can too! God bless us all.

I know din si sir roger...xa po dati ang naghehelp s mga applicant last 2018

 

[Takeme77]

Hindi pa rin ako nakakabili ng ticket, haha. The ticket I was eyeing sobrang mahal na, lampas 1K usd . If you’re planning to fly and then sunod sila after two weeks, sa pagkakaalam ko, according to the consultant i asked, oks lang daw yun. Ang hindi puede is if yung dependents ang mauuna.

Hay ang mahal na ng ticket. I’m thinking of booking two separate tickets na nga. Tapos imbis Vancouver, somewhere in the States ‘yung layover. Kung sobrang haba ng layover, I’ll go exit na lang for a few hours.

Try nyo po ky sir loty nayo or pm nyo c ron simon

 

[aciremep]

Question po and off-topic ulet. For those who were approved, do you have an accomodation already or do you guys intend to seek one when you get there? Wala pa kasi akong matitirahan and ang hirap maghanap lalo na kung wala ka pa sa Canada dahil yung mga landlord, first come first serve yung basis nila. Eh ang hirap naman magtiwala, magpa-reserve, at mag-down payment kung hindi mo pa nakikita personally yung lugar diba? Another question, pwede bang magbook muna ako ng airbnb/hotel then saka ako maghahanap ng permanent apartment to rent once I get there? Hindi kaya ako questionin ng immigration sa Canada? Maraming salamat po in advance.

 

[lopi14]

@lopi14 sir my 2 rin pong overdue sa spreadsheet...ano npong balita s knila.? Nreciv npo b nila ung result?

No update po from them. Waitna lng po tayo if there has been decision to their application.