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[nv0411]

Hello Experienced Analysts,

I have a few post-ITA questions regarding supporting documents upload section :

1. When filling out my EE profile, I had listed my wife's education but didn't claim points for it since I didn't get an ECA and answered that question accordingly as 'NO' for ECA report. However, now that I have ITA it asks for her degrees/diplomas to be uploaded as well. Is this normal for CIC to ask for it even if an applicant is not claiming points for it, or should I be concerned?

2. I have uploaded scans of my passport photos keeping the specifications listed by CIC in mind. Is there difference between digital photos and scans of photos from CIC's perspective? If so, should I use one of the online apps for digital photos instead of uploading scans?

3. In the Degrees/Diploma section, only uploading scans of Degrees should suffice, and there's no need to upload grade reports, correct?

4. There're two placeholders for Employment uploads "Employment Records" and "Employment Records 2", I am curious as to why two placeholders for this category.

Thank you!

1. It is normal. As long as you haven't claimed points for her ECA you needn't worry.
2. As long as the photo is clear and matches their specifications in terms of dimensions and file size you should be fine. They have no way of telling whether the photo is scanned or digital. And anyway, they request you for a hard copy of your photos too at the time of passport submission. So it doesnt really matter.
3. Scan of degrees + scan of ECA report
4. You have declared work experience in more than one company. Which is why there are one placeholders for work experience in each firm.

 

[nv0411]

Shall we write probationary under type of employment in reference letter if we were under probation for 6 months or so? Or not necessary... I was under probation for 6 months as management trainee and then became permanent as Sr. Executive

Reference letter should only mention the designation. Whether you were on probation or not does not matter to CIC..

 

[Adil Khan123]

Hello all,

As i can see there are lots of issues regarding noc selection and all that. I am going to submit my e-apr by next week in noc 2131 as civil engineer. Having more than 4 years of experience.

I have a single question that for two years i was at construction sites and after that i moved to office working as an estimation engineer with roles and responsibilites similar to construction estimators noc 2234

My question is, under noc 2131-civil engineer it is covering both the r & r but noc 2234 is not covering 2131.
My contract with the company, salary, designation everything is as per 2131.

I have written a reference letter under 2131 by combining r & r of both you can say 50% for each and get it signed with 2 project managers. Everything is as per what i have done and what i am dong currently.

Can som1 please advise whats i have done is ok? I will appreciate a feedback.

 

[nv0411]

Hi Guys,

When making my EE profile, I do understand that I have to pay the application fee (C$550) but do I need to pay right of permanent resident fee too or is that to be paid at a later date.

Also, I'm targeting Ontario PNP, so I have to pay C$1500 for that too but when is that to be paid?

You dont need to pay anything to create an EE profile.. It is free. You need to pay the fees mentioned above only after you receive an ITA (Invitation to apply) and you are submitting your e-APR (electronic application for permanent residency)..

Ontario PNP fees is to be paid when you are applying for their program. That is a separate process

 

[sivapras]

Hi Experts,

Can any one assist me format of Job offer letter as per CIC requirement.

Thanks

 

[kamy]

Hi nv0411,

Thanks for your response.

Since my CRS is 404, I don't think i'll receive ITA without Ontario PNP.

Correct me if I'm wrong, I'll have to follow the below workflow? -

Create EE profile -> Apply for Ontario PNP (C$1500) -> Receive ITA -> Pay application fee (C$550) -> ((I dont know the further process)).

That's partially correct. For applying to Ontario PNP, you would have to wait for their invitation first.
Also there are other provinces you can try in parallel.

 

[Aspiring CA]

For the skilled work experience factor, during the 6-10 yr period my job is under NOC C. Shall i put 0/none in this section?

 

[Rao Achoo]

I am married , but can i apply without spouse ? bcz i want to increase points. Thank you

 

[kamy]

I am married , but can i apply without spouse ? bcz i want to increase points. Thank you

You can but it's not a good idea for several reasons.

 

[DiNaV]

I am married , but can i apply without spouse ? bcz i want to increase points. Thank you

But you will HAVE to declare you are married and then select the option whether spouse is ACCOMPANYING or not.

 

[kamy]

Thanks for clearing that up. With CLB 9, Work ex of 2 yrs in IT, Engineering degree and age of 24. I'd say chances in other provinces are very bleak. But just for my information, process applying to other Provinces(ie getting their ITA and then paying their fees) is the same as it's in Ontario? And will I get ITA from a province on EE profile or I've to apply for them separately?

No, it's not same. Ontario picks up candidate with CRS>=400 from EE profile pools and ask them to apply for Provincial process.
Other provinces have different process, below is the link to give you an idea although some of the information may be stale but good to start with.
Once you have high level information then you can go directly to province sites.
http://www.canadavisa.com/canada-immigration-discussion-board/summary-of-eligibility-requirements-for-all-express-entry-pnp-streams-t432937.0.html#new

 

[chanduk]

Hi,

i've applied for Express entry on Feb 02 2017, can anyone please assist with application tracking.



Thank you.

 

[canadavisa0410]

Need Help please
I created EE profile last day by 12.30pm and created job bank account
I got a message showing welcome to express entry pool but still it is showing pending additional criteria, Kindly help

 

[TanakaM]

Need Help please
I created EE profile last day by 12.30pm and created job bank account
I got a message showing welcome to express entry pool but still it is showing pending additional criteria, Kindly help

It should update in 24 to 48 hours.

 

[TanakaM]

Hi,

i've applied for Express entry on Feb 02 2017, can anyone please assist with application tracking.



Thank you.

Hi,

Please rephrase your question, do you mean created an Express Entry profile or submitted your Permanent Residence application?