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aptechvisaglobalimmigration · 7 months

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Can your visit to Canada as a tourist turnout much more than that? Maybe yes if you can stay and start work in Canada! Want to know how? Then, dive right into this article where you get to know about how to get a job on a Canada Tourist Visa.

Talking in general terms a visitor can’t really apply for a work permit while he or she is in Canada on a Canada Tourist Visa but due to the temporary changes in public policy, visitors can now apply online Express Entry is known to be the fastest pathway towards applying for Canada permanent residence (PR) visa.

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creatingnikki · 4 months

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there I was grieving yet again. another year, another person. was grieving love lost easier than actually loving someone? was it more romantic, more romanticized?

because if here you were with me at 7:28 pm stuck in rush hour traffic with our clothes all sandy after an evening at the beach. me having had a fight with my sister on the phone and all irritated, and you worried about reaching home in time for your work call at night, would I still want you by my side? would you?

now, sitting here alone, looking at the market outside, I miss you. but what about you do I miss? I miss your smile, I miss your attention, I miss your kisses, and I miss your jokes. but if we were actually together, day in and day out, how many jokes would pepper our conversations? how many kisses and smiles would be exchanged?

being a tourist in a city is lovely, it's romantic. moving there and trying to make a living, however? that's a whole other thing. ask me, I loved Bangalore when I simply went there to visit a friend. the bookstores, the weather, the clubs. but when I moved there for work? I couldn't go a day without finding 10 faults and missing my home city. the traffic that seems to not move, the overpriced cabs, the power cuts.

isn't a fling, an affair, a summer romance, an on and off thing, a lot like being a tourist in the land and life of your lover? your experience is limited to the aesthetic cafes, comfortable hotels, and you spend money by girl math logic cos you're on vacation and what's even a budget? as your lover's tourist, is your experience not limited to only the butterflies, the flirting, the passion, and the sexual tension? the 2 am existential conversations and the brief cuddling the next morning before you both have to get back to your respective lives?

so how much of this missing is even objective? do I really want a real, long-term relationship with you? do I want to have multiple summers with you? and all the seasons in between? would I like you in Bangalore as much as I would in Mumbai? would I want you along for my Seoul trip? would I want you not just on Friday nights when we have a date night planned but on Thursday afternoons when I am unwell, throwing up in the office washroom hating everything about life?

would I want you to be a part of my life, my home? would I want to give you a pass beyond a tourist visa? would I want you as a permanent resident?

and if not, then can I, just stop with this misery that is missing you constantly. missing you, what we shared in the past, the brief bliss is so much more pleasurable than any reality we have shared or perhaps could. I know it, I do. then why won't this sticky feeling of missing you not go away? the monsoon is too far away to wash this feeling away. for now I will have to find another way.

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tastesoftamriel · 4 months

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'ere we go again...

The final hurdle is here: finding a house and moving in uhhhh 11 days. After the visa, I cannot afford a housing deposit. I do not have a guarantor and have been told by multiple agencies that they don't accept guarantor services. Oh yeah and I have to cull down and slog six years of crap with me south. So...I am once again asking for your help, as horrible as I feel about it.

So!

I am now offering rune and tarot card readings to help foot the cost. £5 for a simple three rune/card draw and a more comprehensive nine draw reading for £10. I have been reading tarot since the age of 12 and runes since I was 15, and am an actively practicing Heathen (Nordic Pagan).

Interested?

Simply drop me a donation on Ko-Fi of £5 or £10 based on your preference and DM me there or on Tumblr with your name and whether you have an intention/question or if you just want a general reading. Readings typically take 5-15 mins and will be conducted via messages. For an extra £5, I am also happy to do a "face to face" Discord/Zoom reading for those of you who want something more personal.

Thanks for reading!

Please share and circulate this post if you can't donate or aren't interested...I could really use the boost right now as I am scared shitless about my living situation next week.

Stay safe, eat well, be kind. ~Tal

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holidayvisa · 5 months

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13 January 2024 - Woke up at 6 am. At Redfern Station by 7 am. We hear the thump thump thumping of a loud bass, and we look up to see a car screeching to a stop. Dion and I looked at each other 🤷 and said, "well, that's probably our ride!" It was, indeed, Tom, one of the two guys that we'd never met in person, only over the Facebook canyoning group. We chatted in the car with Tom while we waited for Julian, our other team member that we'd never met in person. Once Julian arrived, we loaded up in the car and drove to the Blue Mountains. We had almost two hours of driving in the car to get to know each other before we started our adventure. Tom is a rope access worker, originally from France, but on a working holiday visa in Australia for the time being; Tom is only 21 years old. Julian is ~40 years old, married, originally from the UK, but trying to establish permanent residency in Australia, working as a manager for systems engineers. We arrived at the Blue Mountains Claustral Canyon car park at 9:03 am. There were quite a few people at the car park, presumably all of them were descending Claustral, so Dion wanted to get moving quickly to beat the other groups. Once we were all packed, Dion led the way down the trail, starting off in a run. Julian followed at a running pace, then Tom followed at a running pace, then me. No one said a word. We were four adult men, carrying giant packs, running through the Australian bush! I started laughing because it was just too funny! We got to the bottom of the gorge at 9:29 am, and here is where we suited up in our wetsuits. We had a short descent down this small gorge and into Claustral. That's when the real fun began! For most of the abseils, I took charge of setting up the ropes, which was a cool role to have in this team. There were multiple times where the other team members didn't feel comfortable setting up the abseils, and it felt good that they felt confident in me doing that. The coolest abseil sequence was down one waterfall into a deep, dark pool of water, and that deep, dark pool of water led to a natural arch (the keyhole), and we abseiled down through the keyhole! It was one of the coolest abseils I've EVER done! It was SO dark down at the bottom of this canyon, so dark that even after my eyes had adjusted, I still couldn't see very well. The canyon had several more downclimbs. One of these downclimbs was down the main flow of the creek in a constriction where the force of the water was pushing the climber down the climb; as I did this climb, the water was pounding on my helmet and rushing on all sides of me, filling up my wetsuit, and forcing me downward. I couldn't really look around; the only direction that I could look was straight ahead and down, away from the water so that I could breathe. I felt around blindly for good handholds and good footholds to use. It was one of the coolest downclimbs I've ever done! There were several jumps in this canyon too, where we jumped off rocks into deep pools of water. When we arrived at the confluence with Carmarthen Brook. Dion suggested that we go up Carmarthen Brook a ways, so we ditched our packs and swam up Carmarthen. There were dark spooky sections, cool swims underneath huge chockstones, and eventually we arrived at the cave. As we looked up, we saw thousands of glow worms lining the canyon walls. The trickles of waterfalls seemed to be everywhere. It was magical! We spent a while just staring up at the dark cave with all the glow worms in silence, just admiring the magic and splendor. It was hard to see how tall this cave was, but my guess is that it was at least 10 meters high, and glow worms covering the whole surface. We were hungry and decided that it was time to eat some lunch, so we swam back to our packs and ate some food.

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dari-ede · 2 years

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In the Middle of the Night Chapter 2

Chapter 2: “어제와 같은 하늘색인데”

[eojewa gateun haneulsaeginde]

Chapters: 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 - 11 - 12 - 13 - 14 - 15 - 16 - 17 - 18 - 19 - 20 - 21 - 22 - 23 - 24 - 25 - 26 - 27 - 28 - 29 - 30

MASTERLIST

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Summary: As Bangtan prepares for a new chapter in their lives, they head to their private property in the forest for a songwriting workshop. As a songwriter and producer they have worked with for years, I’m asked to tag along. I was ready for the heavy workload and small amount of sleep during the workshop week. However, I wasn’t ready for the storm that came that changed my friendship with Namjoon forever.

Genre: Friends to Lovers, Fluff and Smut

Pairing: Idol!Namjoon x Female Reader

Rating: M (explicit language, future explicit sexual scenes)

Status: COMPLETE

Warnings/spoilers: mention of members’ girlfriends: Jin, J-Hope, and Jungkook all have girlfriends.

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-Two Years Later…-

Seoul, South Korea

This elevator was going so slow. I knew I shouldn’t have stopped for coffee. I was doing so well on time, but my caffeine addiction got the best of me. Everything had gone smoothly, right up until I left the café. At leaving, fans recognized me—mask and all! Of course, I couldn’t ignore them, so I engaged with them and it took a good while to make my way to my car.

Pretty sure I could have arrived faster if I had a driver, but the American side of me prided herself in independence and refused to hire a private driver. My manager, Kyongsoo, and I got into many arguments regarding this. I had been living in Seoul for close to two years. I had come here for inspiration and wanted the freedom to go and see whatever I wanted in my own time.

I came to Seoul because as an artist, I wanted to challenge myself. I had sold millions of albums worldwide, won multiple awards, and performed in sold-out stadiums around the globe. My contract with my old label had expired and for many reasons, I chose not to renew it. One of the reasons I hadn’t was I had hit a wall—I didn’t know what my next album would contain. I had sung about topics important to me: self-worth, women empowerment, and toxic relationships. I didn’t know what else to write about.

After months of therapy with Dr. Rob, I figured this artistic wall was one of the reasons for my panic attack two years ago. I believed the biggest hurdle I needed to overcome was my creativity. While he believed my panic attacks were deeply rooted in something else, he did agree with me that music was a big component and pushed me to discuss my concerns with other music friends. I had the tendency to never speak about my troubles to my closest friends. It would be good for my mental health to talk openly about my problems to loved ones.

It had been uncomfortable doing this, but I did it. I voiced my concerns to a few friends and one of them, Namjoon, suggested moving to Korea. He believed the change in scenery would benefit me. As a songwriter, my creative mind would remain active. I had written for other artists in the past, so this wouldn’t be too new for me. Plus, I wasn’t a stranger to Korea. I had visited the country regularly since my teens. Dr. Rob had agreed a change would be good for me, so as long as we continued our sessions through video chat.

So, I packed up and moved to Seoul in January 2020. I was supposed to be here for 6 months, but everything changed in such a short time. I ended up staying longer due to the pandemic. My tourist visa became a long-term visa. It should have all felt like a nightmare, but it had become a blessing. My creativity had come back from working with other artists. I helped create music I was proud of. And while I still had felt no inspiration to write music for myself, my sense of worth had come back.

But my days in Korea were numbered. My Visa was expiring in a few months. I wasn’t sure what was to come after. Would I return to the States? Extend my Visa for another six months?

Thinking about whether I was going to be leaving Korea caused my heart rate to increase. I settled myself and remembered the steps Dr. Rob had worked with me.

After some months of therapy with Dr. Rob, I had viewed a change in my anxiety. I was calmer. Namjoon had been right: therapy had helped my quality of life. I was forever grateful to my friend for helping push me to get the help I needed.

A sudden ring echoed around me, signaling I had arrived at my floor. It was the noise that I needed to bring me to the present. I hurried to the meeting room. Thankfully, I wasn’t the last to arrive. I greeted everyone and they welcomed me as I made my way to an empty chair. I was about to sit down when I heard someone call out ‘noona’. There were less than a dozen people present, and I was the only female, so I knew it was directed at me.

Taehyung was looking right at me and making a motion with his hand, pointing to a chair closer to him. “Noona,” he repeated.

I didn’t understand why it mattered where I sat but seeing that I adored Tae like a little brother, I often gave in to whatever he wanted. I walked to the chair he wanted me to sit in.

Hoseok waved at me excitedly. It had been a good while since we last hung out; I made a mental note to ask him and his girlfriend if they wanted to come over sometime this week so we could catch up. Yoongi was to Hobi’s right and he was still as a statue. His eyes met mine, but he gave no wave or nod. He liked to ignore me a lot of the time, so I sent him a finger heart. If I didn’t have the mask on and if we were in a more relaxed environment, I would have blown him a kiss, knowing full well it would annoy him. When he saw my finger heart, he turned away.

I next caught eyes with Jin. We stared at each other for a couple of seconds when I finally winked at him. He turned a bit shy and laughed at the fact that I had beat him on winking at him first.

The last person I caught eyes with was Namjoon. I waved at him as he sent me a nod.

The doors opened and we all turned to find the two final members enter. Jimin and Jungkook apologized as they made their way to their seats. As Jimin passed me, I stuck my foot out a little, making him trip. Jungkook gave a low laugh watching his friend almost fall. Jimin sent me a “death stare” and shook his finger at me. “Noona…” he chided.

Jungkook pushed him forward and waved at me as he did so.

“Hi, cutie,” I whispered to him in English. It was a nickname I used on all three of the youngest in the group. Despite all of them being in their mid-20s, I would always view them as little brothers.

The moment Jimin and Jungkook sat down, the meeting started.

The concept for the guys' album had been decided on. It would be an anthology of the group’s work with only a few new songs included. A few ideas had been thrown around as to what old tracks would be included, but the guys still hadn’t collectively decided. Seeing this was going to be an important album and they were perfectionists, they wanted to get the track list right.

During the meeting, many thoughts were voiced about what type of new songs could be written. A good idea suggested was for the group to leave Seoul for a few days for a songwriting bootcamp. It would allow the band time away from distractions and to focus.

The guys liked the idea, but insisted they wanted little to no staff, nor cameras. Only songwriters and producers were welcome. The staff did not take much to convince. They tended to follow whatever wishes the seven men wanted. However, Sihyuk had a different approach.

“How about if there were cameras in the studio room? Only while you record. You can turn them off and on whenever you want,” he explained. “This way, it allows us to show the fans the creative process if we decide to do so in the future.”

The guys looked at each other, specifically at Namjoon. It didn’t take long for them to agree on the compromise.

The meeting was getting near the end. I was doing my best to keep up with my notes.

“Maya, do you have any suggestions?” asked Sihyuk.

In the twenty months I had lived in Korea, I had worked alongside Sihyuk numerous times on songs for his artists. Even though Sihyuk was an important man, he was easygoing and approachable. He was unlike most department heads I had the misfortune of knowing.

I answered his question, “Maybe each member can take lead in a workshop.”

Sihyuk looked intrigued. “What do you mean?”

I voiced the idea I had been thinking of the last few days. “It seems as if the guys all have different ideas on what they would like to include in the album. Let’s have them each come up with an idea or two and present it to the members. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a new song, just an idea for the album—whether that’s the track list or visuals or music video concept.”

The guys nodded, liking the idea.

And then I brought up an unspoken topic that everyone was uncomfortable talking about. “The future is unclear of where the group as a unit will be in a year or two years from now.” I could feel the shift in the air, see everyone’s bodies tense. “This will be the last time in a good while that all of them will be making new music together. I think this project deserves several days of work. It might get emotional,” I said, quickly looking over at Namjoon.

I remembered the last time I was in the room with him while he was writing a song.

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(Early in the year…)

I was in the HYBE building working on music for another artist. It was lunch time and figured I would check on the guys to see if they were free to eat with me. After messaging with Hobi, I knew some of the guys were at working on a new song.

I entered the studio expecting high energy or excitement; however, I walked into a room full of a solemn atmosphere. Even Hobi wasn't his cheery self.

“What’s up?” I asked with caution.

Namjoon and Yoongi were sitting at the desk, looking down at some notes, scratching their heads and frowns on each of their faces. They didn’t even acknowledge my presence.

“They’re at a block,” Hobi answered, closing the door behind me.

Right at that moment, Yoongi let out a grunt and tossed down his pen. “Nothing good is coming out. I’m just going to submit my part as it is.”

Namjoon slouched more on his chair and he too let out a grunt as he shook his head in frustration. “It shouldn’t be this difficult.”

Yoongi got up from his chair. “We can’t do anything about it right now. It’s only going to get more frustrating. Maybe a small break will be good.”

Namjoon shook his head. “I’ll continue working on it a little more.”

“Do what you feel is best,” Yoongi said to him. He turned and finally acknowledged me. “You want to get lunch with us?”

I shook my head and turned to Namjoon. His neck hung off the chair as he massaged his forehead. I hadn’t seen him this stressed before when writing a song; it was concerning.

Yoongi followed my gaze. “Namjoonie will be alright. Just needs a breather. Maybe he’ll listen to you, though.” He gave me a pat on the arm and he and Hobi headed out.

I took Yoongi’s chair and sat in silence as Namjoon kept his eyes closed and tried to gather his emotions and thoughts.

It took a good while for him to straighten up on his chair. When he finally opened his eyes, he looked surprised at my presence. “I thought you left with Yoongi and Hobi.”

“I ate already,” I said, hoping my stomach didn’t make a noise and give me away.

“Liar,” he accused.

I smiled. He knew me well. And if he knew me well enough to know my lies, then he knew me well enough to know I wasn’t going to leave him alone at the moment. “What’s going on?”

He let out a heavy sigh. “This new song we’re set to release…I just can’t seem to write anything for it. The lyrics are to be bland with a pop sound to it. It’s just…” He stopped himself. He didn’t want to say anything too negative.

It had been over a year since my move to Korea and we had gotten quite close. Close enough for me to notice when Namjoon kept himself from being too open and honest. He didn’t like being pessimistic. He felt if he let his thoughts get too dark, it would lead him to his depression. He tried to be as positive as possible.

I didn't think it was a good thing to suppress emotions, though. They needed to be let out from time to time. “What?” I pushed.

He shook his head slightly. “I just want something…else…something more. The beat is there, and it will make people feel good. But the lyrics could be better—I think. There’s no meat to it.” There was a look of slight anger in his eyes, but he kept himself from staring at me for too long.

I let his words sit for a moment as I processed what the problem was. When I finally got it, I was sure how to answer, “Not all songs have to be deep, Namjoon. People, your fans, appreciate the deep meaningful ones that move them. But it was a tough year. During the dark days, sometimes you want to forget your problems and go somewhere happy to forget for a moment.”

“It just doesn’t seem genuine,” he immediately responded.

I nodded. “You’re right. But what’s wrong with pretending for a few minutes? You guys shoot 45-minute episodes of Run BTS with the intention to make people happy, right? How is releasing a 3-minute song any different?”

He didn’t reply, only sat there as if processing what I had said.

“You focus too much on the deep, profound, and heartbreaking emotions we humans go through. But the silly, fun moments need attention as well from time to time.”

It took a good while, but his mood changed slightly.

I managed to convince him to take a lunch with me. He was almost back to normal, but there was an aura around him that left me unsettled for him.

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The song they had worked on earlier this year had become a global hit and Namjoon had eventually grown to embrace it. But that day had been the start of my suspicions that something wasn’t right. Something was off, and I still hadn't figured out what it was.

Namjoon spoke up at the meeting. “She’s right. We wanted to send a positive message out this summer, despite our own emotions going up and down…,” his words trailed off for a moment, keeping himself from saying something. He looked to think first and then continued. “It’s best if we kept the amount of people working on this project limited. I agree with Maya that emotions are going to come up.”

I could see the guys’ bodies stiffen. Jin began to blink repeatedly, a habit he exhibited when his nerves took over. Hobi’s leg began to shake as he moved his eyes downward. Jimin, Tae, and Jungkook’s eyes all glanced over at their leader, Jin, and Yoongi with a look of worry. Namjoon’s neck tightened. Yoongi appeared calm and collected, but I knew him well enough to tell by the way his arms were crossed that he was tense.

I was sure the worry had to be about Jin’s military enlistment. His and Yoongi's. It was a sensitive topic for the guys to discuss even with me. I wanted to talk about it, but I was always given a vague answer. I wasn’t sure if they didn’t want to discuss it because they themselves didn’t want to or because the label was preventing them to. And as much as I wanted to know my friends’ plan, I respected their wishes and didn’t push the matter.

Namjoon continued to speak but did so more slowly, wanting to ensure he kept himself calm. “We want to enjoy the rest of this year, regardless of what happens the year after. And in order to do so, I think some time away will do us good. This album is going to be the end of an era for us; it’s going to be emotionally draining.”

The members nodded in agreement.

Sihyuk also agreed. “Everyone going on this trip, please be sure to write down any materials you might need for this project so we can ensure you have it before you leave.”

We went on to discuss a little more detail about the workshops. It was decided unanimously that every member would take the lead in at least one workshop. I would be assisting some of the guys. And because of this, I was to go on the trip with them all week long, while the other producers would appear for a couple of days.

When the details were noted, Sihyuk asked, “Does anyone have anything else to add?”

Everyone was quiet.

“So, it’s settled. The guys will go on this trip, along with Maya. PDogg and Rabbit will be there for a couple of the workshops. We’ll use the Soop property. It’s big enough for everyone to be comfortable. And we’ll increase security.” He stood up. “It was a great meeting, everyone. Thank you all for your work.”

As some of Big Hit Music staff began to exit, I made my way over to the members.

Taehyung greeted me with a warm hug. “Hi, noona.”

I hugged him back, tightly. “Hi, cutie. How are you?” I asked.

Seeing him up close, I was getting a sense that something was off.

He gave me a soft look. “I’m doing ok. Today is a little rough.”

I rubbed his back in comfort. “I’m sorry. Do you want to talk about it?”

Tae shook his head slightly. “No. I’m trying to focus on the good. This trip will be good. I’ll get to see you more. I forget you live here. Namjoonie-hyung keeps you to himself,” he said with a teasing look and low enough so only I could hear.

I gave him a look of warning.

In the many years of knowing Namjoon, I had always had a small crush on him. The crush came in small waves, never lasting and never too intense. I always made sure to smash it before it got too serious. I had never admitted it to anyone, but I never denied it either when the guys voiced their suspicions. However, it was one thing for the guys to tease me about it in private and another to say it in front of Big Hit employees. Sure, the staff had all signed NDAs which kept the guys' privacy well-protected. But if the wrong person heard the wrong thing, the tabloids would have a field day. Taehyung knew this, so I was annoyed he would take a risk and say something with staff members so close.

Taehyung caught on to my concern. He looked around, taking note who was still in the room. “No one here cares,” he assured me.

“No one cares about what?” asked Jungkook as he appeared behind me.

The boy was tall, so it was easy for him to place his chin on top of my head. His arms hugged me around the shoulders from behind.

Tae looked at me with a teasing smile. “Noona and Namjoonie-hyung hanging out a lot.”

I noticed the last of the staff leave, so I relaxed a bit. I let out a dramatic sigh. “I’m not good enough for him.” I could play around now that we were alone.

“You’re good enough for anyone,” Taehyung said defensively. He disliked when the people he cared for said anything negative about themselves—even in a joking matter.

Jungkook hugged me a little tighter. “The two should really start dating.”

Hobi appeared. “Who should date? Namjoonie and Mai-Mai?” he looked at me and laughed, calling me by their nickname for me. “Mai-Mai is too forward. Too scary.”

I sent him a glare. “Do you want to die? Ask Jungkook how strong my right hook is.” I shared Jungkook’s interest in boxing and on the rare times I went to the gym, I tagged along with him to box alongside him.

Jungkook laughed and pushed away from me. “Scary noona,” he said in English. He often said that when I boxed.

“Why is Maya scary?” came a deep voice.

Namjoon appeared at Tae’s other side and placed his hand on top of Tae’s shoulders.

“Mai-Mai is scary when she’s boxing,” Jungkook said. “You’ll see when we go to the forest. She looks terrifying.”

I rolled my eyes. “I do not look terrifying.”

“You do when you’re mad,” Hobi teased.

“Noona is very frightening when she’s angry,” came Jimin’s voice as he joined the group.

He was cute as a button, but I had no problem kicking him if he annoyed me too much.

“Remember when she almost got into a fight in that parking lot.” Jin was now a part of the discussion. He and Yoongi had joined the circle.

Not this story again. “I wasn’t going to fight the guy.”

There had been an incident many years ago that involved a rude guy in a parking lot. I had had a screaming match with him, despite the fact he had been twice my size. The guys thought I had been some sort of badass but they overexaggerated the story.

After several seconds of them laughing at me, Namjoon quieted everyone down. “Ok, ok. Let’s not get Mai-Mai upset or she’ll really start punching us.”

They all settled down.

“Eat?” Jungkook asked enthusiastically in English.

“I’m hungry,” Jin said rubbing his belly. “Who’s going? Yoongi made the reservations.”

Most of the group raised their hands.

Hobi looked at my raised hand. “You changed your appointment?”

I nodded. “Yups. I went to the dentist yesterday, so I’m free tonight.”

“Sorry, there’s no room,” Yoongi said with a deadpan tone.

This was our relationship: he was a jerk to me and I was an ass back.

“It’s alright. I’ll take your spot,” I retorted.

He looked unimpressed; his eyes halfway closed. “I’m the one who made the reservation.”

“We’ll just say Jimin is you. He’s the same height. I mean, his happy attitude will be a dead giveaway he’s not a crabby old grandpa, but we can make sure he doesn’t speak.”

The guys stood back and enjoyed our banter.

Yoongi didn’t respond, just continued to look bored with me and turned away.

I loved messing with him. “Yoongi, don’t give me attitude. I promise I’ll tell you I love you and kiss you on the cheek in front of everyone.”

That got a reaction out of him. His head snapped at me with a look full of disgust.

He knew I meant it; I had done it before.

Everyone laughed. Hobi clapped at the entertainment.

“I’ll make room, I’ll make room!” Yoongi promised.

Tae was wiping away tears of laughter. It was nice to see him in a lighter mood.

“Ok, who is going again? Raise both hands if your girlfriends are going. I’ll call the restaurant,” Yoongi said as he reached for his phone.

We all raised our hands, with some of the guys raising both arms.

Jungkook frowned at Namjoon’s raised hand, who a moment ago had not raised it. “I thought you were going to the studio.”

Namjoon shook his head. “And miss out on Maya kissing Yoongi-hyung?”

Yoongi looked “irritated”. “There will be no kissing. I want ten meters between us,” he warned as he motioned to an invisible wall between me and him.

I took a step forward with open arms and stepped forward, pushing through the invisible wall.

“Don’t!” Yoongi swatted me away as he dodged me.

He moved ahead of us and got out of the room, putting his phone to his ear as he made a call.

We all followed him out. And as we walked, I noticed Namjoon was behind with Taehyung.

I turned slightly to see what was going on between them.

Namjoon had his arm around his younger brother and rubbing his shoulder. I could hear Namjoon’s soothing voice but couldn’t hear the words. I noticed Tae’s becoming calm.

Namjoon always had the gift of soothing someone. His gift of words mixed incredibly well with his tone. It had worked on me.

“Hey, baby. We’re done and going to restaurant. Are you ready?”

The sudden English made me turn away from Namjoon. Having lived in Korea for a good while, hearing my primary language usually perked my interest.

I found it had been Jungkook who was speaking. He was a few feet from me and on the phone, surely talking to his European girlfriend, Yuna**.

“I can give her a ride,” I offered. Since I had my car, I might as well take in company. I knew how much Yuna disliked using the group’s drivers. She was a member of the Big Hit staff and able to call the company’s drivers whenever she wanted, but she was humble and preferred to take a taxi or walk rather than bother someone else. It was one of the many qualities of hers that I took a liking to.

Jungkook turned to me, looking grateful. “Maya-noona say she give you ride. No need for driver if you do not want.”

I could hear Yuna respond to Jungkook. He turned to me to give me a thumbs up. “We will be in parking garage…shortly.” He gave a wide smile, proud to have used the word correctly.

His English was improving and seeing how proud he was at his advancement made him adorable. I couldn’t help myself; I reached over and pinched his cheek.

He let me. “See you soon. Bye.” He hung up and thanked me for offering to drive her.

When we got to the garage, we split up. The guys went to their cars while I stayed by the elevators, waiting for Yuna. I could see Jungkook’s car hadn't left yet. I knew he was waiting for his girlfriend. Another thing I found endearing.

It didn’t take too long for her to arrive.

Yuna was of average height and built. She had a pretty face but wasn’t stunning. Jungkook’s prior girlfriends had been gorgeous but not very smart. This new girlfriend had more brains than looks and it was a plus. We greeted each other with a hug and exchanged pleasantries. I turned to Jungkook’s car and gave a small wave as Yuna and I walked over to my car.

At the signal, the car drove off. Yuna and I climbed into my vehicle.

“I wish I could drive. But Seoul is a little too scary,” Yuna said in her Norwegian accent.

“You get accustomed to it,” I said. “The neglect of the turning signal was the hardest thing to get over, but now it’s just slightly annoying.”

We made small talk on our way to the restaurant. Despite Yuna and Jungkook dating for well over a year, I hadn’t hung out much with her. Now that their relationship was more settled, the pair weren’t glued to the hip as much as before, so it was nice to get more one-on-one with her.

“I hear you’ve met new friends,” I said to Yuna as I turned the corner. We were just a few blocks from the restaurant.

“Yes,” she answered. “They’re European as well. We met through Facebook. They’re a nice group. I love hanging out with the guys and being around the staff but it’s nice to have friends that are outside of the BTS world.”

I nodded. “Yeah. I adore those boys, but too much of them drives me nuts.”

“I hear you and Namjoon spend a lot of time together; is he driving you nuts?” There was a teasing tone in her voice.

I shook my head. “What lies has JK been feeding you?”

She laughed. “He’s pointed out a few things.”

I let out a sigh. “Namjoon and I are just friends. I like flirting with him because it’s easy to embarrass him. We spend a lot of time together because we have a lot in common and don’t have significant others. We hang out by default.”

“Sometimes best friends make the best boyfriends,” she said as we arrived at the parking lot.

“Maybe, but not for us. We’re buddies. Namjoon is not interested in me. He has a type and if I showed you pictures, you would see he has as type and would agree I don’t fit into that type.”

It was true. All of Namjoon’s exes were of average height, straight hair, small face, wide-eyed, innocent looking, quiet, and reserved. I was none of those things.

“Is he your type?” Yuna asked with a smile.

I found a good spot. “I don’t even know what my type is. I’ve dated Latinos, white, black. I’ve dated a lawyer, an actor, an investor. I don’t think I have a type.”

“So why can’t Namjoon be a guy you date?” she asked as I put my car in park.

“There’s no physical attraction,” I lied, ignoring the small crush I had on him.

“I’ve seen him stare at your ass and chest plenty of times.”

It was a good thing I had already parked. “What?!”

Yuna laughed. “I’m joking, I’m joking.”

I let out a noise of irritation. “You and Jungkook are made for each other.”

She smiled like it was the biggest compliment.

We made our way into the restaurant, being escorted to a private room.

At entering and seeing his girlfriend, Jungkook got up and pulled out the chair next to him for her. She made her way over to him and gave him a kiss as she sat down.

It was sweet seeing them be so lovey-dovey. It had been two years since my last serious relationship. There were times I missed the intimacy. I had been on a few dates in Korea but none of them worked out. I was convinced I was just picky. It might take a good while before I was in another serious relationship.

“Maya,” someone called out my name.

I turned and saw Namjoon motioning to the chair next to him and Hobi. I walked over and was about to reach for the chair, but Namjoon beat me to it. Ever the gentleman.

I gave him a smile as a thank you. But then turned to Hobi and gave him a light smack on the arm. “Learn from Namjoon and Jungkook.”

Hobi rubbed his arm dramatically and pouted. “You want a kiss too?” He puckered his lips and leaned toward me.

I blocked his face from getting any closer. He didn’t put up much of a struggle.

“It’s not a kiss from you she wants, hyung,” said Jimin. His eyes twinkled as he stared at me.

He was the perfect example of why I was grateful I didn’t grow up with younger brothers.

“She will have to wait. Kookie will eat and breath will have garlic,” Yuna said in broken Korean. “You don’t want kiss from him. Wait for his brush teeth.”

We all laughed. The girl had a good sense of humor. Her Korean was improving.

The next hour was spent eating, talking, and laughing. It had been a while since this large number of us had gotten together. I was grateful the laws had become looser.

Next to me, Namjoon seemed to be more into his kalguksu than any of the other dishes. Summer was going to be ending soon; I was positive he was wanting to enjoy the summer soup for as long as he could.

I usually didn’t eat so much but since it was a special occasion, I treated myself to seconds of the mandu. But after one more, I had hit my limit. I fell back onto my chair and contemplated whether to take the leftovers home or ask someone if they wanted to finish them. Next to me, I noticed Namjoon pushing his bowl of soup closer to me and motioning me to take a bite. My stomach made a growl at me, warning me to leave the soup alone, but my heart wouldn’t listen. Koreans were the same as Mexican women; you rejected their food offers and you might as well tell them you hated them.

I let out a heavy sigh and took a bite from the soup. It was really tasty.

Looking up, I noticed Namjoon staring at me, waiting for my approval. I gave a thumbs up.

His dimpled smile told me he was satisfied with my reaction.

I pushed my plate of mandu over to him.

Unlike me, he didn’t hesitate. He dove right in, widening his mouth but taking the biggest small bite. I tried not to laugh at how silly he ate.

He looked at the rest of my plate. “Are you done?”

I nodded. “Knock yourself out. I’m stuffed.”

“Girl, that’s how you remain in great shape—you don’t eat much,” he said, taking a swift look at my stomach and going back to his food.

“I do too,” I argued. “I just watch what I eat. I hate working out.”

“Weren’t you just in the gym a couple of days ago with Namjoonie?” asked Jin from the other side of the table.

“Only because he made me,” I pouted.

“You felt great afterward,” Namjoon stated. “You’re welcome,” he said with a smile.

“I felt like I wanted to die.” When it came to exercise, I was a drama queen.

Next to me, Hobi agreed. “Seriously, I feel the same after the gym. It’s torture.”

“Wish I could take only dance instead so I don’t have to bother with the workouts,” I whined.

“You would still need the workouts for your core. Don’t dancers still need to go to the gym to be able to execute their routines?” Namjoon said logically.

I just stared at him, annoyed with his valid points.

Namjoon caught onto my mood and simply laughed at it. “You’re cute when you get bothered.” He reached over and pinched my cheeks.

I backed away. “Don’t call me cute.”

“You call me cute all the time,” Jimin pointed out, his mouth full of whatever he was eating.

“You like being called cute,” I reminded him.

We went on to banter for a bit longer, until normal conversations began.

As my group of friends spoke amongst themselves, I took my phone out and took several pictures while they weren’t looking. I personally disliked selfies and posing for pictures. I preferred capturing moments; more realistic rather than trying to create an image.

Most didn’t notice me taking the photos—Jimin had caught me a couple of times and made faces to the camera. I turned to my left, seeing Namjoon looking ahead towards Jin as they conversed. The lighting in the room was hitting Namjoon’s cap perfectly, creating lovely shadows along his profile. His hooded eyes, smooth nose, round cheek, and slender chin were like a painting. I couldn’t help taking multiple photos of him from different angles.

He caught on quickly. He knew my distaste for looking at the camera, so he humored me and posed. All that idol training was coming out for my benefit.

“Maiwi is Namjoonie’s personal photographer,” Jin teased.

“Some of those pictures he posts look like an amateur took them,” Yoongi teased.

“Those would be Yongrae’s. He still takes pictures like he’s in high school,” I half-joked.

It was kind of true. In the last two years, our friend Yongrae and I were primarily the ones who took the photos Namjoon posted on social media. Yongrae took alright photos but he tended to take photos that were more staged.

I got close to Namjoon’s face, my body almost sitting on top of the table as I leaned into him. I could have zoomed in with the camera, but where was the fun in that? His face was resting lightly on his hand, his long-sleeve shirt covering his chin and his fingers curling but relaxing on his upper cheek. He was looking away from me. Click.

“Handsome,” I let out without thinking and positive only he could hear me.

His brown eyes swiftly shifted to my own; the shade of them looked more of cocoa, warmer than usual.

Click.

Yeah, this was now my new favorite photo of him.

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ack it sounds like you had a crazy day 🥴

Honestly? Yesterday wasn't so bad in the scheme of the last... month? two months? Honestly bar 'I don't have the help I need' problem it was fine up until a time which was technically today when housemate handed me my post. It just keeps going.

I'm just really hoping I do actually go for my night away at the end of the month, because I extremely need the break.

Below follows a rant.

In the post was a letter from the hospital which /sounded/ like a discharge letter. I have not had the test the doctor wanted done yet, only a different test I'd previously had done but was told I had to redo to be allowed the new one as it'd been a year. The pre-test test picked up a /different/ thing to what I was seeing him about and he seems to have assumed that was the entire problem. I know its different - I have two unique symptom sets one of which is multiple times a day which is annoying but livable (the one which happened while I had the monitor) and one of which barely happens but had a friend who saw me 2 hours after offering to take me to the hospital. -_- First point is ring the GP (I think you call them family doctors) as the specialist said he wanted the GP to give me meds anyway but the ones the specialist listed interact with my other meds so I need to talk about it, and at that appointment ask if the GP knows what's going on, and hopefully prompt /them/ to bug the specialist about what's going on. Because what I was told at the appointment and what is in the letter are two completely different and contradictory things and I just hope /someone/ knows what is going on.

This of course does not account for the fact I've been struggling for the last week because of carer shenanigans. Its 10 days without because COVID periods. I'm on day... 7? Now

Two weeks ago tomorrow the piping fell out the sink and ended up with half an inch of hot water on the floor.

There's a mystery new wet spot in the hallway floor in the middle with no other indication of damage. Landlady keeps saying apply the ddehumidifier. We keep doing that. It's just getting worse. It is almost certainly a burst pipe or something in the foundations. She is ignoring us and just telling us to dehumidifier. This has been happening for over a year with another patch around a corner and against a wall.

Honestly can't remember what else. But I know before the pipe something else was wrong, the pipe just outshone it, and there are other things too.

There's about 8 other things which can best be described as 'the health service is chronically underfunded and understaffed thanks to the government both refusing to give it the money it needs and also being xenophobic and putting the minimum income for immigrants to get a visa - or even for a local citizen to have their spouse enter the country - above the pay or every nurse and almost all doctors and this means more people are more rushed', especially with covid wrecking people's health and suddenly loads more cardiac and neurology patients from the long term damage'. A problem only exasperated by COVID.

Add in that they changed the system so I can't book my injections in advance and so I miss them because the first symptom I get when I start running low is an inability to remember things or comprehend dates and I'm having fun! The potential complications from not getting it on time, with a buffer of only about a week as I'm a particularly bad case, only include heart attacks and brain damage but I'm already disabled and can't work so its fine, right? (sarcasm. so so much sarcasm here) (my carers are /trying/ to keep on top of it, but it isn't really working)

#ask and answer #sweet skye #sorry for the rant #hid it so you don't need to see it no worries if not in a place for it

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How many women are going to be pressured by greedy husbands to have more kids because he wants the equivalent to...............$16,500?

(CNN)Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree on Monday that revived the Soviet-era "Mother Heroine" award for women with 10 children or more, in an apparent attempt to alleviate a demographic crisis in the country.

Originally, the honor was introduced by Joseph Stalin after World War II, when the Soviet population plunged by tens of millions.

The award stopped with the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991.

Once it comes back in existence, a payment of 1 million rubles ($16,500) will be given to Russian mothers once their 10th child turns one, if all have survived.

According to the latest Rosstat statistics published this summer, Russia's population shrank by an average of 86,000 people per month between January and May, a record.

In addition Russia is suffering heavy losses among troops in Ukraine, but the true number of casualties has not been disclosed.

Meanwhile, an estimated 75,300 migrants have left Russia. Some citizens are fleeing the country in the light of the Ukrainian war and a domestic political crackdown, search data, immigration figures and flight information show.

For example, Google searches for the term "How to leave Russia?" in the Russian language hit a 10-year high inside the country within a week of the invasion of Ukraine on February 24.

Russians' interest in the topic of "emigration" on Google also quadrupled between mid-February and early March. Searches around "travel visa" almost doubled, and for a Russian equivalent of "political asylum" they jumped more than five-fold.

During a 30-day period in March, Australia, Turkey and Israel were some of the top trending destinations in search, alongside Russia-friendly Serbia and Armenia, as well as Georgia -- which Russian troops invaded in 2008.

In an attempt to relieve the population crisis in the country, the Kremlin has also focused on promoting traditional values.

Putin has long been an advocate of driving up Russia's birth rates through the implementation of policies which encourage large families through state financial aid.

The Russian President also frequently brings up the importance of having a family and traditional values in his public speeches.

"Our historical responsibility is not only to get out of the demographic trap but also to ensure sustainable natural population growth by the middle of the coming decade," Putin said during his annual speech in 2020.

Despite offering financial aid to women with multiple children, the Russian state still does not have a law protecting victims of domestic violence, with the Russian Orthodox Church advocating that such laws go against Russia's traditional values and that private family matters must remain private.

#Russia #mother heroine #How far will 1 million rubbles for between 10 kids?#They want more kids born but won’t protect women facing domestic violence

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Thailand Long-Term Residency Visa

Thailand's LTR Visa offers extended stays (5-20 years) for high-potential individuals. It caters to four main groups: wealthy individuals, retirees, remote workers, and skilled professionals. Benefits include long stays, work authorization (for some categories), multiple entries, and fast-track immigration. Fees vary depending on the package and validity period.

What is the Thailand LTR Visa?

Launched in 2020, the LTR Visa is a multiple-entry visa with membership categories ranging from 5 to 20 years. It targets individuals seeking a long-term stay in Thailand, allowing them to live, work, or invest in the country for extended periods.

Types of LTR Visas

The program offers four primary categories, each with specific eligibility requirements:

Wealthy Global Citizen: This targets individuals with a minimum of $1 million USD in transferable assets.

Wealthy Pensioner: This caters to retirees aged 50 and above with a minimum annual pension or stable income of $80,000 USD.

Work-from-Thailand Professional: This targets remote workers employed by overseas companies with a minimum income of $40,000 USD annually (with exceptions for certain qualifications).

Highly-Skilled Professional: This attracts professionals in targeted industries with qualifications like a PhD, $80,000 USD annual income, or relevant work experience.

Benefits of the Thailand LTR Visa

The LTR Visa program offers numerous advantages, including:

Long-Term Stays: The initial visa grants a five-year stay, with the possibility of renewal for another five years, totaling a maximum of 10 years.

Work Authorization: Depending on the chosen category, some LTR visas allow permit applications to work legally in Thailand.

Multiple Entries: The visa allows multiple entries and exits from Thailand throughout its validity period.

Fast-Track Services: LTR holders enjoy expedited immigration clearance upon arrival at Thai airports.

Family Sponsorship: Dependent family members, including spouses and children under 20, can be included in the application.

Important Considerations

The LTR Visa comes with a significant investment. Membership fees vary depending on the chosen package and validity period, ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of Thai baht. Additionally, it's important to note that not all LTR categories allow work authorization, so employment opportunities might require further exploration.

Exploring Further

For a comprehensive overview of the Thailand LTR Visa program, including details on eligibility requirements, application procedures, and fees, you can visit the official website of the Thailand Board of Investment at [Thailand Board of Investment LTR website].

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aptechvisaglobalimmigration · 8 months

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Canada multiple entry tourist visa for 10-years allow you to enter Canada multiple times for an extended period of 10 years with each stay not extending 180 days. To apply for a 10-year multiple-entry Canada tourist visa, you will need to complete the application form, pay the application fee, and provide the required supporting documents. You will also need to attend an interview with a visa officer if requested.

It's also important to ensure that you meet all of the eligibility criteria and provide all of the required documentation to increase your chances of a successful application. For proper guidance this is advisable to seek assistance from a well-qualified Canada Visa consultancy like Aptech visas who are simplifying Canada Immigration and Visas for thousands of Immigrants and Tourists every year for more than 20 years.

This is advisable to apply for Canada Tourist visa well is advance before your schedulre travel.

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reshmaguide · 8 days

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How to Get a Canada Tourist Visa from Sri Lanka

Dreaming of exploring the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities of Canada? If you're a Sri Lankan citizen, the first step to making this dream a reality is securing a Canada Tourist Visa. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from understanding the visa requirements to finally stepping onto Canadian soil. Let's dive in and make your Canadian adventure come true!

Understanding the Canada Tourist Visa

What is a Canada Tourist Visa?

A Canada Tourist Visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), allows foreign nationals to visit Canada for tourism, family visits, or business purposes for a period of up to six months. This visa is mandatory for Sri Lankan citizens planning to visit Canada.

Types of Tourist Visas Available

There are two main types of tourist visas:

Single-entry visa: Allows you to enter Canada once during the validity period.

Multiple-entry visa: Allows you to enter and exit Canada multiple times, usually valid for up to 10 years or one month before your passport expires, whichever is earlier.

Eligibility Criteria

Basic Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for a Canada Tourist Visa, you must:

Have a valid passport.

Be in good health.

Have no criminal record.

Convince an immigration officer that you have ties to your home country, such as a job, home, financial assets, or family.

Convince an immigration officer that you will leave Canada at the end of your visit.

Have enough money for your stay.

Specific Requirements for Sri Lankan Citizens

In addition to the general requirements, Sri Lankan citizens must:

Provide a clear purpose for their visit.

Show proof of sufficient funds for the duration of their stay.

Provide evidence of strong ties to Sri Lanka to assure their return after the visit.

Required Documents

Essential Documentation Checklist

Valid passport

Recent passport-sized photographs

Completed visa application form

Proof of funds

Travel itinerary

Invitation letter (if visiting family or friends)

Proof of ties to Sri Lanka

Biometrics receipt

Visa fee payment receipt

Detailed Explanation of Each Document

Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay in Canada.

Photographs: Follow the specific photo requirements outlined by the Canadian government.

Application Form: Complete the IMM 5257 form accurately.

Proof of Funds: Bank statements, pay stubs, or a letter from your employer.

Travel Itinerary: Flight bookings, accommodation details.

Invitation Letter: If applicable, from the person you are visiting in Canada.

Proof of Ties: Documents showing you have responsibilities or obligations in Sri Lanka, such as employment, property ownership, or family commitments.

Biometrics Receipt: Proof that you have completed your biometrics.

Fee Receipt: Evidence of payment for your visa application.

Application Process

Step-by-Step Guide to Applying Online

Create an account on the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) website.

Complete the online application form (IMM 5257) and other required documents.

Upload scanned copies of your documents.

Pay the application fee using a credit card.

Submit your application and wait for a confirmation email.

Paper Application Process

Download the application package from the IRCC website.

Complete the required forms.

Gather all necessary documents.

Pay the application fee at an approved bank.

Submit your application and documents to the nearest Visa Application Centre (VAC).

Biometrics Appointment

What is Biometrics?

Biometrics involves providing your fingerprints and photograph to verify your identity. This is a mandatory step for Sri Lankan applicants.

How to Book an Appointment in Sri Lanka

Receive a Biometrics Instruction Letter (BIL) after submitting your application.

Book an appointment at the VAC in Colombo.

Attend the appointment and provide your fingerprints and photograph.

Interview Process

Is an Interview Required?

Interviews are not always required but may be requested at the discretion of the visa officer. If an interview is necessary, you will be notified.

Preparing for a Possible Interview

Be honest and clear about your travel plans.

Bring all supporting documents.

Practice answering common questions about your purpose of visit, financial status, and ties to Sri Lanka.

Visa Fees

Breakdown of Application Fees

Visa application fee: CAD 100

Biometrics fee: CAD 85

Additional Costs to Consider

Travel expenses to the VAC

Photocopying and document certification

Travel insurance

Processing Time

Typical Processing Times

The processing time for a Canada Tourist Visa from Sri Lanka typically ranges from a few weeks to several months, depending on various factors.

Factors That Can Affect Processing Speed

Completeness of your application

Seasonal application volumes

Background checks and verifications

After Submission

Tracking Your Application Status

You can track your application status online through your IRCC account or the VAC website.

What to Do If Additional Information Is Requested

If additional information or documents are requested, respond promptly to avoid delays. Follow the instructions provided in the request letter.

Receiving the Visa

How You’ll Be Notified

You will receive a notification through your IRCC account or email when a decision is made.

Collecting Your Visa

If approved, your passport with the visa sticker will be returned to you via mail or you can collect it from the VAC.

Travel Preparations

Booking Flights and Accommodation

Once you receive your visa, book your flights and accommodation. Ensure all bookings are aligned with the duration and purpose of your visit.

Travel Insurance and Other Essentials

Purchase comprehensive travel insurance that covers medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and other unforeseen events. Pack essentials like your visa, passport, travel itinerary, and emergency contacts.

What to Expect at the Canadian Border

Entry Requirements and Customs

Upon arrival, present your passport, visa, and declaration form. Be prepared to answer questions about your stay, and declare any items as required by Canadian customs regulations.

Common Questions Asked by Border Officers

What is the purpose of your visit?

How long do you plan to stay?

Where will you be staying in Canada?

Do you have enough funds for your visit?

Tips for a Successful Application

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Submitting incomplete applications

Providing incorrect information

Failing to show strong ties to Sri Lanka

Not paying the correct fees

Expert Tips for Ensuring Approval

Double-check all documents and information before submission.

Provide clear and concise explanations for your travel plans.

Maintain a positive travel history, if possible.

Conclusion

Obtaining a Canada Tourist Visa from Sri Lanka may seem daunting, but with the right preparation and attention to detail, you can successfully navigate the process. Gather all necessary documents, follow the steps outlined, and soon you'll be on your way to experiencing the wonders of Canada. Start your application today and take the first step towards an unforgettable adventure!

FAQs

How long can I stay in Canada with a tourist visa?

You can stay for up to six months per visit unless the border services officer specifies a different period.

Can I extend my stay in Canada?

Yes, you can apply for an extension at least 30 days before your current status expires.

What if my visa application is denied?

If your application is denied, you will receive an explanation. You can address the issues and reapply or appeal the decision if applicable.

Do I need a return ticket to apply for the visa?

While not mandatory, having a return ticket can strengthen your application by showing your intention to return to Sri Lanka.

Is travel insurance mandatory for a Canada tourist visa?

Travel insurance is not mandatory for the visa application but is highly recommended for your protection during your stay in Canada.

#Canada Visa from Sri Lanka

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GOLDEN VISA

This form of visa is also for long-term foreign residency. It is ideal for those who want to invest in a business in the UAE. It has a validity of up to 5 to 10 years, depending on the eligibility of the foreign national. Golden Visa offers long-term residency to foreign national entrepreneurs and investors who want to start a business or invest in the UAE. As a UAE Golden Visa holder, you can easily travel, study, work, and even sponsor your family members. The Golden Visa system has further boosted the UAE’s position as one of the world’s most advanced hubs for global business and lifestyle, attracting people from around the globe to the UAE. The Golden Visa offers long-term residency (10 years) to people with a salary of over AED 30,000 per month, an investment of AED 2 million or above, or own off-plan property valued at AED 2 million and above. Aura Vision Advisors will assist you at every step in your application and ensure all requirements are complete and your profile is approved. Advantages of Having a UAE Golden Visa ü You can work, reside, travel, and invest in the UAE ü You will hold a long-term renewable visa valid for 10 years ü You can sponsor yourself and your family members regardless of their ages ü You can sponsor unlimited number of domestic helpers ü You will be allowed for multiple entries followed by the issuance of residency permits ü You can stay outside of the UAE for any duration without having to nullify your Golden Visa. ü Allows your family to stay within the UAE until the end of the duration of the Golden Visa even in the event of the primary visa holder’s death. ü All foreign nationals holding a Golden Visa and having driving license from their home country can now take driver’s test without extra lessons ü Additionally, if the Golden Visa holders have a license from one of 32 approved countries, including the US, UK, Australia, Italy, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, New Zealand, Qatar, Kuwait, and Ireland, they will automatically be eligible for a UAE driver’s license ü You can have 100% ownership of any business started and operated in the UAE. ü All Golden Visa holders will be gifted the coveted Esaad Privilege Card for FREE 10-Year Golden Visa Categories ü Golden Visa for Professionals Skilled workers and professionals qualify for a Golden Visa if they meet specific criteria. It includes holding a valid employment contract within the UAE, with the job falling under occupational level 1 or 2 as defined by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Additionally, applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and draw a minimum salary of not less than AED 30,000 per month. ü Golden Visa for Real Estate Owners Any individual who has purchased a property worth no less than AED 2 million or more, regardless of whether it’s off-plan, completed, mortgaged or not mortgaged. The UAE has cancelled the AED 1 million minimum down payment required for people to qualify for a golden visa through real estate investment. ü Golden Visa for Investors One must possess a minimum of AED 2 million worth of public investment, which can be in the form of an organization or an investment fund. Additionally, at least 60% of the total investment should not be acquired as a loan and should not be tied to real estate. For other types of assets, investors should expect to have complete possession.

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