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[sia_kb8]

How much did you guys pay for medical exam?!

I paid 270 CAD and the doctor said 160 CAD needs to be in cash!

I was wondering if it was the same for everyone.

That's a bit much.

$160 (cash) for me as well - it's the fee the doctor charges. Then 55 for the X-ray test. So the total is $215.

 

[cantaloupe]

Oh, is that so? I am in my fourth year now. I am a bit confused here, is it not like my ref letter from supervisor should confirm 33h/wk work experience for my work at university and that is it? should we get more evidence??

You can do that. But I would strongly recommend claiming less than that for your number of hours. below 25 is safe. Here is why:
Study permit holders do not have any limit as to the number of hours they work ON CAMPUS. However, "full-time study" means attending courses or other program requirements for at least 15 hours per week. It seems as though, based on people's experience, CIC accepts a form of "research assistantship" that is paid for and is reasonably separate from the applicant's studies (more like a part time job!). So, you'd better not claim RA hours more than 40-15=25 hrs/week. There have been people who used >30 hours and slipped through but there have also been a few rejected cases on this forum, only because the visa officer didn't believe those hours could be real for a full time student. In any case, if you claim even 20 hours per week, so long as your employment period is not discontinuous (make that clear in your ref. letter), you will meet the minimum requirement and you'll get at least 9 (or even 11) points for work experience. I hope my explanation clears things up for you.

 

[arian_arian]

That's a bit much.

$160 (cash) for me as well - it's the fee the doctor charges. Then 55 for the X-ray test. So the total is $215.

The cost for me was like this:

$160 Doctor charges
$60 X-ray
$50 Blood test

 

[sia_kb8]

The cost for me was like this:

$160 Doctor charges
$60 X-ray
$50 Blood test

Mine clearly says the blood test was included in $160.

 

[N_O]

Landed today. The journey is finally over. Thanks everyone on this forum for your help.

bky

Congrats! Would you please share your landing experience? Also where did you land?

 

[arian_arian]

Mine clearly says the blood test was included in $160.

Interesting!!! I guess they overcharged me!

 

[mengoose]

I see. Thanks for the clarification.

Jubayer

I received my police record check and medical requests last Thursday and Friday. I am in the process of collecting my police records. In the meantime, I have a question: my current visa for entering Canada will expire on Nov 30, can I use the landing visa to reenter Canada if I leave for home for Christmas? I am thinking of landing at the airport when I return. Or do I have to apply for a visa to be safe? Many thanks!

 

[aalm]

Hi guys. I have just returned from my conference. I have sent my passport last week and waiting for the VISA.
I will be landing in the Niagara Falls. Any tips for it? What I should have with me? I have valid USA VISA.

Secondly, it says that to get the PR card, it takes 6-8 weeks. But what is the normal time to get it especially in Ontario region?


Thanks.

 

[Saph]

Hi Guys,

I received a request for medical examination on "SEP 11th". I called the panel Dr in my area. the earliest appointment time I could find was "OCT 6th". The Dr is on vacation now. Do you think is ok I wait till OCT 6th or better to go to another city to do my medical examinations faster? Thank you for your help, in advance.

 

[vivi]

Hi Guys,

I received a request for medical examination on "SEP 11th". I called the panel Dr in my area. the earliest appointment time I could find was "OCT 6th". The Dr is on vacation now. Do you think is ok I wait till OCT 6th or better to go to another city to do my medical examinations faster? Thank you for your help, in advance.

Congratulation! When did you submit your application? 8JAN2014, or 30JAN2014?

 

[sia_kb8]

Hi Guys,

I received a request for medical examination on "SEP 11th". I called the panel Dr in my area. the earliest appointment time I could find was "OCT 6th". The Dr is on vacation now. Do you think is ok I wait till OCT 6th or better to go to another city to do my medical examinations faster? Thank you for your help, in advance.

Just go to a nearby town/city and get it done.

 

[cantaloupe]

Hi guys. I have just returned from my conference. I have sent my passport last week and waiting for the VISA.
I will be landing in the Niagara Falls. Any tips for it? What I should have with me? I have valid USA VISA.

Secondly, it says that to get the PR card, it takes 6-8 weeks. But what is the normal time to get it especially in Ontario region?


Thanks.

~two weeks in the GTA

 

[Fid0]

Hey guys,
Quick question: Has anyone needed to submit supplementary documents after being requested for Medical and RPRF? Does Med and RPRF mean that most of the things were done?
My main concern is about Police clearance, it will take months if they require it as we have no embassy here in Canada. I requested on just before coming to Canada and sent it with my documents (after 24 month of being here and not leaving Canada).
Thanks

 

[Saph]

Congratulation! When did you submit your application? 8JAN2014, or 30JAN2014?

30JAN2014

 

[sia_kb8]

Just got another batch of GCMS report.

-They do grant the adaptability points for in-progress PhD, for post May-2013 applicants.

-They do grant adaptability points for relatives in Canada (provided enough supporting docs are submitted).

-They do grant points for full-time work experience if the RA hours exceed 30 hrs/wk.

I actually ended up with 76 pts! Somewhere in the notes an officer had asked for my CV and PhD info but somehow that request was never made to me!