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The Most Common Reasons Denied Entry to Canada
Canada accepts thousands of immigrants per year. The Canadian government also denies many applications. Why would it reject people? There are a number of reasons why immigration officials accept one person’s application and not another. Read on to learn a list of the most common reasons people are denied entry into Canada. Security Reasons Canada […]
Can I Stay in Canada After My Visa Expires?
*Coronavirus/COVID-19: Is your Canada temporary visa expiring during the Coronavius pandemic? Let an immigration lawyer help you extend your Canada visa so that you may stay in Canada longer. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Canada closed its borders to any non-citizens or non-permanent residents. It can be extremely hard to re-enter Canada if your visa […]
Can I Apply for a Canadian Visa if I Was Refused Before?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of Visaplace.com. We had a question. “I was refused before for a visa, and now I want to apply again. Can I?” Well, the answer is yes, of course, you certainly can apply for a visa after refusal. There’s […]
What If I Don’t Qualify for a Visa?
If you don’t qualify for a visa, but want to immigrate to the United States or Canada, we have some options for you. Qualifying for a Visa Sometimes, you will take an assessment or be assessed by an immigration professional either in person or over the phone. There comes a time when there isn’t an […]
Deportation From Canada – Procedure and Options
Deportation From Canada – Procedure and Options (Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, an immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Today I want to talk about deportation from Canada. There are many people facing deportation or who have been deported, but you still have options. It is very important […]
10 Most Common Reasons You May Be Denied Entry to Canada. Explained.
Few travel experiences are more frustrating, inconvenient and humiliating than arriving in a foreign country only to be denied entry at the port. This is especially disheartening if you have arrived on business or to tend to a family emergency. Upon traveling to Canada, you may have been unpleasantly surprised with an entry denial based […]
Can I Return to Canada After Deportation?
Can I Return to Canada After Deportation? on YouTube (Below is a transcription of this video) Hello, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. Today I’m going to talk to you about what happens if you are deported from Canada and wish to return. This is an unfortunate situation for many […]
Declare Everything at the Border
If you are returning or coming into Canada for whatever reason you will receive a Canada Border Services Agency Declaration Card to complete before you land. If you are in need of such a document it would recommended that you seek immigration assistance before attempting to travel. Be Honest of What You Declare at the […]
We can help you if you have been denied entry to Canada
Did you know that if you have been denied entry to Canada, or you think you may be denied entry to Canada, there are options available to you? Being denied entry to Canada usually happens because the traveler has a criminal record of some kind. Even the most minor of offenses can result in a […]
How Do I Appeal an Immigration Refusal?
Receiving an immigration visa refusal can be one of the most upsetting components of the immigration process. But just because you have been notified of a visa refusal does not mean that is the end of your immigration journey in Canada. In fact, there are several different options available to you if you have been […]
How Do I Appeal an Immigration Denial?
Having your immigration application denied can be one of the most upsetting experiences in the immigration process. While it is upsetting and very stressful, you don’t need to panic. There are several appeal options that are available to you if you have had your immigration application denied. Before you do anything, speak to a licensed […]
How a criminal record can stop you from entering Canada
Crossing the border between Canada and the United States is not normally especially difficult. For example, most individuals only need to present a valid passport and they’ll be on their way. However, Canada and the United States have recently signed information sharing acts that mean if you have a criminal record in the United States, […]
Can I Enter Canada with a DUI?
Entering Canada with a criminal record can be difficult. It surprises many people every day that they cannot enter the country when they have a criminal record, even if the criminal record is for something very old or for a minor offense. Entering Canada with a DUI A DUI conviction is taken very seriously by […]
Will a DUI cause me to be denied entry to Canada?
Criminal records are a very common reason why people would be denied entry to the United States and Canada. A DUI conviction is one of the most common criminal records that travelers are dealing with when they try to enter each country. While both countries take DUIs seriously, Canada takes them more seriously than the […]
If I have a DUI will I be denied entry to Canada?
Being denied entry to Canada is a very serious matter. Worse, it can be embarrassing, upsetting and completely ruin any plans you had. It does not matter if you were visiting friends, you’ve spent a lot of money on a vacation or you’ve got a very pressing family emergency in Canada. If you are deemed […]