Hello everyone:
I have around three years experience in one of the professions in the 38-list but unfortunately I did not mention that experience when I lodged my application back in March-08 which was subsequently returned in Dec-08 without processing by CIC as other professions mentioned in my form did not match the NOC numbers with the 38-list. As per the CIC letter, I can expect processing fee to be returned soon. The reason of not mentioning that NOC was that I had worked in that field from the year 1997 to 2000 and since points are awarded only for work experience acquired within the last ten years so I did not mention it. If I re-apply now and mention this NOC, can Immigration Officer object why I did not mention it previously? If I can re-apply, should I wait till I get my fee refunded in order to get my previous case closed? I would be thankful for your valuable suggestion.
I have around three years experience in one of the professions in the 38-list but unfortunately I did not mention that experience when I lodged my application back in March-08 which was subsequently returned in Dec-08 without processing by CIC as other professions mentioned in my form did not match the NOC numbers with the 38-list. As per the CIC letter, I can expect processing fee to be returned soon. The reason of not mentioning that NOC was that I had worked in that field from the year 1997 to 2000 and since points are awarded only for work experience acquired within the last ten years so I did not mention it. If I re-apply now and mention this NOC, can Immigration Officer object why I did not mention it previously? If I can re-apply, should I wait till I get my fee refunded in order to get my previous case closed? I would be thankful for your valuable suggestion.