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myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life4 months ago

I stumpled upon those highly common mistakes that people do when they file for immigration. This was about Canada Immigration, but I believe it is useful for any country.
[ site credit: immigrationprofessionals.info]

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Unbelievably common mistakes!
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Forgetting to sign some forms:
It is more common than you would think, so always double-check all forms. Also children and dependants must sign their own name if they are adults.

Translation of documents:
Do not assume officials will take the time to translate your documents, they won't! You have to provide a certified translation of each and every document written in a foreign language, such as birth certificates, mariage certificates, etc...

Incomplete applications:
Missing forms can lead to delayed processing time or even to rejection of your application all-together. Always double-check all requirements and make sure nothing has been left behind.

Over-Trusting information online:
Always beware of sources of the information you find online as well as the dates. Immigration forms and laws change very frequently. Always make sure you have valid and up to date information.
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1. myLot reputation of 80/100. macoyv70 (177)   ranked 15,326 out of 38,461 in life   4 months ago

Yes I think this applies to all immigration applicants. I have gone through this some years ago and never had any problems with my papers. If you are filling out forms just be careful to read and sign everything that need signing. Get advise from professional immigration officer, those certified by immigration agencies not just online or other sources, so you get the correct information about things you need to know.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

Very true
It always help to have a professional advice

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2. myLot reputation of 91/100. jayrene (1888)   ranked 6,122 out of 38,461 in life   4 months ago

i am not migrating to any country yet... but who knows, i may do that in the future. i'll keep this in mind, thanks for sharing.

this is really good, as this one will save time for those applying, double checking everything. and that translation thing too.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

yes it can seem obvious but I can tell you that when you go through ALL the papers that you have to prepare to file a case, it is very easy to forget those simple rules...

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3. myLot reputation of 98/100. mipen2006 (2450)   ranked 63 out of 38,461 in life   4 months ago

Hey ricknkae, I'm all to familar wealinh with immigration. If it's not me dealing with Thai Immigration, it's my with and the Australian counterpart. At present, I'm in the middle of getting a three month extension for my wife. It's not fun and games.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

NO it's not indeed, it is very long and so many forms to fill out, so many paper work to deal with ...and on top of that it is soooo slow


myLot reputation of 98/100. mipen2006 (2450)   ranked 63 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

You're dead right about the slowness, except when it comes to what they want. We had seven days only, to submit extra information, five working days. We had to get an extension as getting a chest X-ray on the information the government supplied was impossible in their time frame. I don't know how long the answer will take.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

Very true also
They take their time but WE have to hurry;-)


myLot reputation of 98/100. mipen2006 (2450)   ranked 63 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

I'm now waiting for their answer on my wife's extension. The interview was last week, we have done everything required, now it is just wait.


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

Well I wish you all the best...I know how it is ...

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4. myLot reputation of 98/100. Jemina (2558)   ranked 543 out of 38,461 in life   4 months ago

That's really horrible if you forget to sign your application. Sometimes people get too anxious, nervous, excited, or simply can't concentrate and these causes problems. Online information is sometimes a blessing and a curse. When I was applying for a visa extension I had to pore over loads of information online but couldn't find the exact application I needed. Fortunately, I found a landline number that I called and it took about half an hour before someone talked to me but I'm lucky to have gotten the information I needed.

Then again when I was going to Italy I was already advised by the Italian embassy that I didn't need a visa to go there. I printed the email which was in English and when we arrived in Italy the immigration officer couldn't speak English. But when I showed them the letter from the Italian embassy they just looked at it and then stamped my passport. thumbup


myLot reputation of 99/100. ricknkae (960)   ranked 1,372 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

yes it is the problem indeed with onlien information, sometimes it is not always accurate and especially not up to date so it is always better to get advice from a professional or directly from a governmental website


myLot reputation of 98/100. Jemina (2558)   ranked 543 out of 38,461 in life  4 months ago

Aw thanks for the BR!

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