Your assets and financial situation are insufficient to support the stated purpose of travel

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If you’ve applied for a visa and received a notice saying, “Your assets and financial situation are insufficient to support the stated purpose of travel,” don’t be surprised, it’s a common reply. This message is a very “common visa refusal reason”. Years back, I got this reply after submitting my visa application. You’ll get it … Read more

How to withdraw Canada visa application

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Off the top of my head, I can think of several “valid” reasons to withdraw your Canadian visa application. I’ve been in that position before. I faced an unexpected change after submitting my application. The change made it impossible for me to proceed with my plans to visit Canada. I reconsidered my options, and ultimately, … Read more

How to track Canada visa application in Nigeria

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Weeks after I submitted my application for a Canadian visa here in Nigeria, I was so eager to know what was happening with it. Every day felt like an eternity, and I constantly wanted to check the status of my application. Thankfully, Canada has ways for you to track your visa status, including tracking your … Read more

What are the worst places to live in Alberta?

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As someone who has lived in many parts of Alberta, I can assure you that the province is a nice place to live. It is rated the third-best province to live in Canada by universaladviser.com and the fourth-best by Canadim.com. And, frankly, I support these ratings. Alberta is known for its amazing landscapes, oil reserves, … Read more