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ultra99

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My dad and I live in a country that's not our home country. However, my dad has a business back home and willing to hire me as soon as I finish my studies. Could that be strong ties to home country? This is real and what we intend to do, not just a reason for visa. What do you guys think?
 
may be this idea works!!!
get a offer letter stating the date you will go back to your Home Country
Just a thought. :)
 
ultra99 said:
My dad and I live in a country that's not our home country. However, my dad has a business back home and willing to hire me as soon as I finish my studies. Could that be strong ties to home country? This is real and what we intend to do, not just a reason for visa. What do you guys think?
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If your dad doesn't live there either, I don't see how this would help. CIC would probably see it for what it is and not consider it.
 
Do some searches. I have a feeling the job offer from a parent does not have as much weight as an offer from an employer at arms length, I am sorry to say.
 
Another suggestion, how about if a professor in my country of residence is ready to take me in as a research assistant as soon I complete my masters, would the be strong motive to return?
 
ultra99 said:
Another suggestion, how about if a professor in my country of residence is ready to take me in as a research assistant as soon I complete my masters, would the be strong motive to return?
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By chance do you have classes to complete when you get back? You can show your enrollment and proof of payment for the classes.
 
amikety said:
By chance do you have classes to complete when you get back? You can show your enrollment and proof of payment for the classes.
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Well, I'll be working when I return, not take classes. Isn't that the whole point, to return to country of residence with a job waiting for you?
 
ultra99 said:
Well, I'll be working when I return, not take classes. Isn't that the whole point, to return to country of residence with a job waiting for you?
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You can include the letter. I think the general thought, however is it's very easy to walk away from a job you never started. I would definitely include it, but I wouldn't expect it to weigh much.
 
amikety said:
You can include the letter. I think the general thought, however is it's very easy to walk away from a job you never started. I would definitely include it, but I wouldn't expect it to weigh much.
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Hmm, ya, I can't definitely count on anything as nothing is certain, that's the problem. But it would make sense as a MSc would be more practical in an academic setting than corporate. Do I make any sense? ::)
 
ultra99 said:
Hmm, ya, I can't definitely count on anything as nothing is certain, that's the problem. But it would make sense as a MSc would be more practical in an academic setting than corporate. Do I make any sense? ::)
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Not necessarily. There are plenty of jobs that needs post graduate degrees. I totally get what you're saying though, because my brother works as graduate assistant and co-authors papers with his professor - but you can see I have more knowledge than many people would have about the subject because of my family. When you do your application, you have to think about common knowledge - what a reasonable person would know.

Really, your best bet is to show property, a business, and/or significant investments in your local community. Needs that need your attention and you can't leave indefinitely.
 
ultra99 said:
I'll leave my wife and some behind in country of residence, would that be compelling?
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As long as you really love your wife!!! ;D :P

I would include that, yes. If you have children, mention that too.
 
amikety said:
As long as you really love your wife!!! ;D :P

I would include that, yes. If you have children, mention that too.
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LOL! Would I include copy of their passports, marriage certificate and baby birth certificate only for proof?
 
ultra99 said:
LOL! Would I include copy of their passports, marriage certificate and baby birth certificate only for proof?
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Yes, that would work. Children are usually compelling in the eyes of a VO. You might want to include a few pictures that show your bond with the kids - you know, those pictures that your eyes show the love :) Just my opinion!
 
amikety said:
Yes, that would work. Children are usually compelling in the eyes of a VO. You might want to include a few pictures that show your bond with the kids - you know, those pictures that your eyes show the love :) Just my opinion!
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Seriously?
 
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