Changing Your School or Program in Canada

Canada is an international hub for immigrant students who wish to lead a successful life. The quality of education, standard of living and a peaceful environment to live, Canada promises the best of world to its immigrants. Education is one of the major areas of interest which makes Canada one of the most desirable nations in immigration industry. While pursuing different career and courses, students mostly get to realize at later stages, that the course is not what it seemed like and want to change their course or their school. This post is in context to such situations.

There are certain conditions to be met before changing your school or program, like –

• Enrollment at a designated learning institution
• Currently studying in Canada

You need to contact the Canadian immigration bodies if -

• Want to move to high school after completing primary
• If you are moving to post-secondary school after high school
• If you need to edit certain conditions mentioned in your study permit.

There is no need to contact the immigration bodies if you have -

• Studying under the same permit you applied in 1^st June 2014.
• School is changes at same level
• Change the course or program at the same school
• Temporarily visiting in a program for 6 months
• Switching to the next level of education

These points are quite useful to analyze the situation you are into and act accordingly. There are many options you can choose. One of the options is to consult a good immigration consultant for genuine advice. For further assistance in the field of overseas immigration and any kind of consultancy, visit Vinay Hari. One of the leading immigration consultants, Vinay Hari and his team makes your dream of studying abroad, come true. Drop in for consultation today!

Let’s Know How to Apply for Entrepreneur visa in Australia

Australia is one of the growing hubs for immigrants. The number of immigrations every year is increasing exponentially. Be it students or people moving forward on work visa, Australia charms people for its high standard of living, beautiful surroundings, and favorable climate. But it is not just the students and working lot which is eager to shift to Australia. The entrepreneurs are also looking forward to make a mark in Australia and contribute to its economy. The new revised Entrepreneur visa in Australia was launched on 10 September 2016 with a name of the Business Innovation and Investment visa. Below discussed is the procedure to apply for an entrepreneurial visa.

• Expression of interest – The very first step which is to be taken for apply this visa is to create an expression of Interest (EOI) in your skill select. To open an advanced undertaking in Australia you will need a fund contract or a negotiation agreement approved by the funding body. A minimum of $200,000 contract must be made. The business plan must also be elaborated and documented as to how you will set up your business up in Australia.
After four years of positive entrepreneurial activity and a successful running venture, you can be eligible for a subclass 888 Business Innovation and investment Visa, which is the permanent entrepreneur visa of Australia.
• Nomination from a state or territory government – Once you are done with your expression of interest. The state or the territory government can invite you to set up your business, depending on their particular nomination criteria.
• Application Lodging – If your proposal is accepted you will get an invitation form the government and will be asked to apply for the provisional entrepreneur visa. Later you will have to provide the documents related to your identity and other important personal information like – health, character and language proficiency along with the evidence of funding.

You get 60 days to hold up your application in the stir of getting an encouragement to apply, so it's a smart thought to prepare your records ahead of time.

Types of Student Accommodation in Canada and USA

If you are looking forward to study in places like Canada and USA, you will also need to search for accommodations and decide where you want to stay. However simple it may seem, deciding where to live is a very crucial choice. One should research all the options thoroughly and take a suitable decision. Here are a few options for accommodation that may help you.

Dormitory – Many institutions provide accommodation in the campus itself. In some cases it may be near the campus as well. Sharing facilities like kitchen, common area, laundry and bathroom is common amongst students. The room size generally depends upon the institution. The dormitories are generally close to the college cafeteria and other eating joints with ample food and flexible timings. Staying here has its own perks. You can always save time which otherwise would have been spent on transportation.

• Canada: $3,000 – $7,500 CDN per school year.
• USA: $4,500 to $9,500 per school year

Off Campus Renting – Some institutions have groups like “off campus housing society” which can help you find accommodations off campus. But all institutions do not have these facilities. If you are going outside for the first time and your institution does not provide you with any such facility, it is better you opt for a campus stay. Know the place for some time and then move out. You can check the local newspaper columns or websites for rentals. Also college notice board for students may have good options where students search for roommates for off campus stay. Sharing place gets cheaper for students.

Canada -

• Small town - $820 a month for a 1 bedroom apartment
• bigger city - $1085 a month for a 1 bedroom apartment

USA –

• $14,904 for on campus stay per academic year
• $10,239 for an off campus stay per academic year

For further query related to immigration, consult the best overseas consultant for immigration in northern India. Vinay Hari is the name one can trust for student immigration. With maximum success rates for visa, Vinay Hari helps you make your dreams come true.

Students Partners Program for Canadian Student Visa

Canada is one of the most peaceful countries in the world. It has great opportunity and exposure for international students, leading to thousands of immigration every year. The Canadian degrees are renowned and accepted worldwide helping students to get global educational experience along with settlement prospects. The Association of Canadian community colleges along with Citizenship and immigration Canada in partnership have introduces a new program for immigrant students called Student Partner Program (SPP).

SPP is a program launched to reorganize the processing steps of student visa for getting admission into Canadian Community Colleges. The main advantages of this program is –

• Lesser documentation for student visa
• Fast processing of visa application

Eligibility – The immigrants who wish to study in Canada need not apply separately for SPP. What they can do is directly choose the community college and apply for it. If the application meets the program requirement they are automatically included under the SPP. The minimum criteria to fall under the SPP requirement is –

• Passport
• Work experience (if any)
• 50% score in their recent degree
• IELTS score of 6.0 for undergraduates and 6.5 for post graduates
• Not more than 2 years of study gap.

Job opportunities – Students are allowed to work in Canada for up to 20 hours a week without a work permit. You must be a full time student with a valid permit for part time work, in vocational, professional or academic courses.

All you need to do is to list down all the community colleges in Canada and apply individually. Make sure you get the passport and necessary documents ready by the time of acceptance of your application. Expect entry through SPP only when you fulfill the above criteria.

For more guidance related to student visas for Canada, consult one of the best immigration consultants of Northern India, Vinay Hari. With thousands of success stories and maximum visa deliverance rate, Vinay Hari makes sure your dreams come true.

How to Find the Best Scholarship for Yourself to Study in USA

All those who wish to study abroad, try getting a scholarship for themselves. Filling forms, writing a statement of purpose, planning visit dates and preparing for scholarship interviews keeps us occupied. But not all of us get the prestigious benefits. In this blog, I have discussed the main aspects to focus while hunting for scholarship offers, and how to proceed with it. 

Basically, how do international students start searching for scholarships? They Google it! Most of them write them all down and look for the due dates, to apply. It’s a waste of time actually. There are many scholarship organizer worksheets online; one can have easy access to. It is a compilation of all the information you need on a scholarship. From the amount it is offering to the due dates, and how long will it be valid, everything is covered. You can also have a monthly planner version highlighting the important updates. 

Now that you are updated about all the scholarships, here are three steps to pick the best scholarship for yourself if you wish to study in the USA -

1. Scholarship Sites: Sites like SALT, College Board, and Doit.com are few of the best sites for international students. You just have to be cautious enough to fill your details. Be specific with what you want. More specific, more relevant! 
2. Website Survey: Look for particular categories while searching for your dream scholarship. It helps you to narrow down the number based on your requirement and eligibility. Also take advantage of the following categories if you fall in them, like – Females going for IT and engineering courses, missionary kid, Kids whose parents worked for US army, and several other categories. Find at least 5-6 scholarships you are eligible for.
3. Scholarships form native countries: There are also many scholarships offered by the native countries, for international learning and exposure. So please check that as well. These are mainly given by the government to maintain good global relations and promote student exchange programs. 

Refer a financial aid counselor or an immigration consultant who could give you a deep insight regarding the investment plans and various other procedures! So don’t delay and buckle up to make your dreams come true. For further student immigration consultation, consult one of the most renowned overseas immigration consultants, in northern India, Vinay Hari. With thousands of success stories and 100% hassle-free immigration guarantee, Vinay Hari is a name you can blindly trust.

Job Prospects in USA as an International Student

Whether you are experienced or not, finding a perfect job is no easy task. Things can get quite stressful if you are a fresher. Being an international student can add a few more hurdles in the way. One of the major concerns is the job, complying with the immigration rules and visa regulations. But there are a few tips which may help you for the job search abroad. Your visa’s employment regulation plays a major role in your job hunt. Before joining a job you need to make sure what are your rights and restrictions being an Immigrant. There are mainly 5 categories under which immigrants get jobs

• OPT
• CPT
• On-Campus Employment
• Severe Economic Hardship
• International Organization Employment

If you have previously checked the category in which you fall, go ahead and start preparing for the job with dedication and preparation. Taking just a few extra steps can make a big difference in your job search success. Here are a few tips you should follow when searching for a job -

• Use power words in your resume.
• Send a thank you letter to your interviewer after the interview.
• Practice your answers to frequently asked interview questions.

Things to be avoided are -

• Not telling the truth on your resume or during an interview.
• Criticizing former employers.
Not practicing a normally used US business salutation: a firm, confident, handshake.

Once you find a job you will be required to extend your visa with proper procedure. In such cases consult a specialist who has been dealing with cases where study visas are converted into work visas. For best results and successful visa upgrade, consult one of the best overseas consultants in northern India. Vinay Hari Immigration Consultancy has a track record of many successful stories and they give their best to make your dreams come true.

FAQs Regarding Settlement in USA

Q - Do I have to return back to India, if I have completed my course and wish to enroll myself into a new course in USA? A - If you are a full time student with a valid F1 visa, you can easily switch your course while staying in USA itself. You just have to make sure get a new I-20 form from your new University/college. But if you wish to visit India before starting your new course, you will need to apply for a new F-1 visa from home before coming back to USA. 

Q - Can I use my Student visa to visit Canada in school break while I study in USA? A - Your F1 visa is only valid for your travel within the US borders. If you want to go to Canada, apply for a Canadian visa first. Also make sure while you travel, you have a signed copy of I-20 form while leaving the country. You need to show your I-20 each time you entre USA. 

Q – Can I show my fiancée as my financial sponsor, in order to validate financial stability and plans to qualify the student visa? 
A – One of the most important aspects while applying for student visa is financial support. There are innumerable expenses when you study abroad. You can always apply for scholarship. But apart from that you can declare your parents, friends, relatives as financial sponsors, both in India and US. You must always keep in mind that the study visa is for your temporary stay. You must show permanent residence of your country you wish to return to after completing your course.

Q - Is the GRE or GMAT score required for admission?
A - No. For admission, GMAT or GRE is not required. However, we recommend you to take any of these proficiency exams as having a valid scorecard will make your profile stand out and you will look more eligible to apply for your visa.

Q - What types of visas are available for people to come to the United States?
A - There are many visas one can get. The type of visa mainly depends on the purpose of arrival into the States. All in all there are more than 20 nonimmigrant visa granted by the US government and the list of immigration visas are also quite long for those who wish to acquire permanent residence in USA.

For more information about student visa and overseas immigration, consult one of the best immigration consultants in northern India, “Vinay Hari Overseas Consultant”. With over thousands of success stories and effective track record, Vinay Hari consultancy has achieved new heights keeping customer satisfaction a priority. Call or visit for a free initial consultation.