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Japa: 7 Common Reasons Application For Canada Student Visa Gets Rejected
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The dream of studying in Canada is a goal for many international students, but obtaining a student visa can be a challenging hurdle.
Understanding why Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) may reject a study permit application is crucial in ensuring your application is successful.
Below are 7 common reasons for student visa rejections and tips on how to avoid them.
Common reasons for Canada student visa rejection:
Not Having a Letter of Acceptance from a DLI
One of the first requirements for a Canadian study permit is securing admission to a Designated Learning Institution (DLI). A DLI is a university or college authorized to accept international students. You must attach your letter of acceptance (LOA) from the DLI to your application. Without this letter or if it’s from an unauthorized institution, your application will be rejected.
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Inadequate Proof of Intent to Leave Canada
Visa officers need to be convinced that you will leave Canada after your studies. Highlighting an intention to stay in Canada post-graduation without legal provisions can lead to a rejection. Although extensions and Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWP) are available, your initial application should demonstrate a clear intent to return to your home country after your study permit expires.
Unclear Purpose of Visit
If your purpose for studying in Canada isn’t clear or appears insincere, your application can be rejected. A strong statement of purpose explaining why you want to study in Canada and how the program aligns with your career goals is essential. Without it, the visa officer might suspect you intend to work illegally in Canada.
Lack of Financial Security
Proving financial stability is vital. You must provide documentation showing that you have sufficient funds to cover tuition fees for the first year and living expenses throughout your studies. This can include savings, bank loans, or scholarships. For those applying through the Student Direct Stream (SDS), purchasing a Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) is mandatory. Failing to demonstrate financial security will result in a rejected application.
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Inconsistent or Incomplete Academic Records
Your prior education credentials, transcripts, and mark sheets must be submitted with your student visa application. These documents validate your past degrees or certifications and demonstrate your academic performance. Incomplete documents or inconsistent academic performance can lead to rejection, as the visa officer may doubt the validity of your past academic achievements or your capability as a student.
Low Language Test Score
Proficiency in English (or French if you’re going to study in Quebec or enrol in a French-language program) is an essential qualifying criterion for a study permit. A poor score on an approved language test, such as IELTS, CELPIP, TEF Canada, or TCF Canada, will likely result in your student visa being refused.
Incomplete Documentation
Missing any essential paperwork, submitting incompletely filled out forms, and not providing sufficient reasoning for the purpose of your visit or other gaps in your application can result in your study permit being denied. Aside your LOA, proof of financial support, and proof of identity, you should also include a statement of purpose (also called a letter of explanation) and a Quebec Selection Certificate if you’ll be studying in Quebec. Review the document checklist issued by your local visa office carefully, as applicants from certain countries may have to submit additional paperwork.
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‘This Is Why I Hate London’, Ivan Toney Fumes After His Car Is Broken Into
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July 15, 2025By
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England international Ivan Toney has voiced his frustration after returning to find his car had been broken into during a trip to London.
Toney, who currently plays for Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli, is spending his summer break in the UK.
However, his visit to the capital took a sour turn when he discovered his black car with its front and rear windows shattered.
The striker posted a photo of the damage on Instagram with the caption: “This is why I hate London.”
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The incident occurred while Ivan Toney was back in the city, where he had been spotted attending Wireless Festival in Finsbury Park alongside fellow footballers Noni Madueke and Jadon Sancho.
It remains unclear whether anything was stolen from the vehicle or where exactly in London the break-in took place. However, crime continues to be a concern across many boroughs, with over 950,000 crimes reported in the capital last year. Former Metropolitan Police officers have criticized the state of law enforcement, suggesting criminals act with impunity.
Toney’s frustration comes at a time when phone thefts and gang-related youth crimes are also rising in the city. Public transport has not been spared either, with over 31,000 offences recorded across London’s network between January and August last year.
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The 28-year-old forward moved to Al-Ahli from Brentford last year in a £40 million deal. He made an instant impact, scoring 30 goals in his debut season.
Despite the recent car trouble, it’s still uncertain whether Toney will be called up again for England’s upcoming fixtures. He was part of the squad for the June matches against Andorra and Senegal but saw limited action — remaining on the bench during the 1-0 win over Andorra and playing only briefly in the 3-1 loss to Senegal.
England are set to face Andorra again at Wembley in September, followed by matches against Serbia, Wales, and Latvia in the following months. Whether Toney features remains to be seen.
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Anxiety As Trump Gives Russia 50 Days To Make Ukraine Deal
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July 15, 2025By
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US President Donald Trump told Russia on Monday to end its war in Ukraine within 50 days or face massive new economic sanctions, as he laid out plans for infusions of weaponry for Kyiv via NATO.
Trump said he was “very, very unhappy” with Vladimir Putin, underlining his insistence that his patience had finally snapped with the Russian leader’s refusal to end the deadly conflict.
“We’re going to be doing very severe tariffs if we don’t have a deal in 50 days, tariffs at about 100 percent,” Trump said during an Oval Office meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.
The Republican added that they would be “secondary tariffs” that target Russia’s remaining trade partners — seeking to impede Moscow’s ability to survive already sweeping Western sanctions.
Russia’s top trading partner last year was China, accounting for about 34 percent, followed distantly by India, Turkey and Belarus, according to the Russian Federal Customs Service.
Trump and Rutte also unveiled a deal under which the NATO military alliance would buy billions of dollars of arms from the United States — including Patriot anti-missile batteries — and send them to Ukraine.
“This is really big,” said Rutte, as he touted a deal aimed at easing Trump’s long-held complaints that the United States is paying more than European and NATO allies to aid Ukraine.
Germany, Canada, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden and Britain were among the buyers helping Ukraine, added the NATO chief.
“If I was Vladimir Putin today and heard you speaking… I would reconsider that I should take negotiations about Ukraine more seriously,” said Rutte.
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had spoken with Trump and was “grateful” for the arms deal.
In a BBC interview published Tuesday, Trump expressed disappointment with Putin.
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“I’m disappointed in him, but I’m not done with him,” the US president said.
When asked if he trusted the Russian leader, Trump replied: “I trust almost no one.”
– Growing frustration –
Trump attempted a rapprochement with Putin shortly after starting his second term, having campaigned on a pledge to end the Ukraine war within 24 hours.
His pivot towards Putin sparked fears in Kyiv that he was about to sell out Ukraine, especially after he and his team berated Zelensky in the Oval Office in February.
But in recent weeks, Trump has shown increasing frustration with Putin, as Russian has stepped up attacks rather than halting them.
Trump said his wife Melania had helped change his thinking about Putin.
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“I go home, I tell the First Lady, ‘you know, I spoke to Vladimir today, we had a wonderful conversation,’” Trump said. “And she said, ‘Oh really? Another city was just hit.’”
He added of Putin: “I don’t want to say he’s an assassin, but he’s a tough guy.”
Washington has also U-turned on pausing some arms deliveries to Kyiv.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Berlin would play a “decisive role” in the new weapons plan.
But EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Trump’s sanctions deadline was too far into the future. “Fifty days is a very long time if we see that they are killing innocent civilians every day,” she said.
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Beijing opposed what it called attempts at “coercion”, including “all illegal unilateral sanctions and long-arm jurisdiction.”
“Coercion and pressure will not solve problems,” foreign ministry spokesman Lin Jian said on Tuesday.
– ‘Better late than never’ –
US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and Democratic Senator Richard Blumenthal, who are pushing a bipartisan bill on Russia secondary sanctions, praised Trump’s “powerful” ultimatum to Russia.
Trump’s special envoy Keith Kellogg arrived in Kyiv on Monday for what Zelensky called a “productive meeting.”
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One Ukrainian soldier deployed in the war-scarred east of the country, who identified himself by his call sign Grizzly, welcomed Trump’s promise of fresh air defense systems.
“Better late than never,” the 29-year-old told AFP.
Russian forces meanwhile said on Monday they had captured new territory in eastern Ukraine with the seizure of one village in the Donetsk region and another in the Zaporizhzhia region.
Its forces also killed at least three civilians in the eastern Kharkiv and Sumy regions on Monday, Ukrainian officials said.
In Kyiv, Zelensky also proposed a major political shake-up, recommending economy minister Yulia Svyrydenko take over as prime minister, and appointing incumbent Prime Minister Denys Shmygal as defense minister.
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The United States government has issued a severe warning to foreign nationals who overstay their visa validity.
The embassy also cautioned that such action could lead to deportation and a permanent ban from re-entering the country.
In a statement made available to the press on Monday, US immigration authorities reiterated their longstanding policy on visa compliance, saying, “If you remain in the United States beyond your authorised period of stay, you could be deported, and could face a permanent ban on traveling to the United States.”
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This warning comes amid rising migration figures, especially among young Africans, many of whom travel to the United States in pursuit of better education and economic opportunity.
According to recent data from the US Department of Homeland Security, visa overstays represent a significant portion of immigration violations annually, prompting tighter enforcement measures and renewed public awareness campaigns by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
However, under US immigration law, individuals who remain in the country unlawfully for more than 180 days can face a three- or ten-year ban and, in some cases, a lifetime bar from returning.
For Nigerians seeking to relocate or study in the US, the warning serves as a reminder to comply strictly with immigration terms, especially as global scrutiny on migration grows fiercer.
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