Study Permit - Help!!!!!
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Hi All
I really need some advice - please!
I originally applied under the simplied application a couple of years ago as the waiting time back then for processing was 4 years. However at the end of last year we were asked for our updated paperwork, but I had not completed my degree by then, so had to withdraw our application.
The only other way I can now think of getting into Canada is via the study route. So here my dilema begins....
I have applied to a college for a one year certificate program, which would then give me a one year post-grad work permit in which I hope to find a job.
However, I contacted 3 immigration consultants and one told me that I would probably be refused a study permit by CHC as they don't really give out one year permits now as it is too obvious that people are just using this as a stepping stone to getting PR. He said he was basing this on what had happened to his clients recently. however I thought the issue of 'dual intent' would apply for us here.
So I need to know if this is the case? Has anyone reading this been refused a one yr permit?
Also once I have been accepted by the college, how soon can I apply for a study permit?
Sorry for the waffle but any help is really appreciated.
I really need some advice - please!
I originally applied under the simplied application a couple of years ago as the waiting time back then for processing was 4 years. However at the end of last year we were asked for our updated paperwork, but I had not completed my degree by then, so had to withdraw our application.
The only other way I can now think of getting into Canada is via the study route. So here my dilema begins....
I have applied to a college for a one year certificate program, which would then give me a one year post-grad work permit in which I hope to find a job.
However, I contacted 3 immigration consultants and one told me that I would probably be refused a study permit by CHC as they don't really give out one year permits now as it is too obvious that people are just using this as a stepping stone to getting PR. He said he was basing this on what had happened to his clients recently. however I thought the issue of 'dual intent' would apply for us here.
So I need to know if this is the case? Has anyone reading this been refused a one yr permit?
Also once I have been accepted by the college, how soon can I apply for a study permit?
Sorry for the waffle but any help is really appreciated.
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Hey, don't bother....apply for it....I dont know why consultants said this, many people are still coming to Canada....dont worry......apply for it.....I applied recently and got it......1 yr study permit.....
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