Kay, an international student who missed over a year of school, had overstayed in Canada and was asked to leave Canada after his study permit had expired and his extension was denied. Following his voluntary departure from Canada, he reapplied and was denied a second time. After overstaying in Canada, Kay finally got approved to return to Canada and complete his studies!
We had successfully secured a study permit for Kay's sister to study in Canada at the time Kay’s second study permit was refused after attempting it on his own. His parents felt we were the best to handle the case and signed up for our Visa Refusal Management Service to better understand the reason for the refusal. Our visa refusal management services begin with requesting, reviewing, and analyzing the GCMS (detailed immigration officer's note). The GCMS note reveals the concerns of the visa officers in regards to his application and stay in Canada, including (but not limited to):
Submission of Incomplete application
Switching of Program of Studies
Deteriorating Grades in school
Not complying with the study permit regulations
As International students, when applying to extend your studies, the visa officer will not only review your application and issue an extension but will assess your application in detail as well as your stay in Canada to ensure you have complied with all immigration laws.
What are international Students obligations?
As a study permit holder, you must:
be enrolled at a designated learning institution (DLI)
show you’re actively pursuing your studies by:
being enrolled full-time or part-time during each academic semester (excluding regularly scheduled breaks)
making progress towards completing your program’s courses, and
not taking authorized leaves longer than 150 days from your study program
tell us any time you change post-secondary schools
end your studies if you no longer meet the requirements of being a student, and
leave Canada when your permit expires
We knew we were facing a tough battle as soon as we read the GCMS note, especially with the multiple refusals and violations of Canadian Immigration laws. At this time, Kay has been out of Canada for almost two years and yes, re-apply was definitely an option. However, it would take a very strong and convincing application for a good chance of approval. We met with the client several times to better understand his unique situation which led to the unfortunate turn of events that resulted in him leaving Canada.
As his Consultants, we handled all of his immigration issues, his difficulties in school, his deteriorating grade, and more. Having been out of school for two years and having been turned down twice, Kay finally got the chance on March 28th to complete his studies and receive his Bachelor's degree in Canada.
It was a priceless moment for Mr. Kay! He was given a second chance! We are grateful to be a part of such a rare opportunity.
Not complying with the Canadian Immigration Laws can cost you time and money as an international student in Canada. Stay informed! We encourage you to stay focused on your main objective of studying in Canada. If things get complicated, as they sometimes do in life, do not hesitate to contact us to schedule a session with one of our Consultant who can provide accurate advice.
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