Posts by Michael Niren

Mr. Niren is CEO of VisaPlace LLC and the President and Managing Partner of VisaPlace Legal Canada, an immigration law firm based in Toronto, and VisaPlace Legal US a law firm registered in The District of Columbia, USA. Mr. Niren is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, the Canadian Bar Association’s Citizenship and Immigration Section, American Lawyers Association, and an Associate Member of the American Bar Association.

Have an Immigration Problem but not in Toronto? No problem. Call us for a Phone Consultation.

By Michael NirenJanuary 28, 2010
Immigration phone consultations from Niren and Associates Are you located outside Toronto or even Canada? Do you need help with Canadian or US Visas or Entry to Canada or to the US? At our office, we handle immigration and visa cases for people located in Toronto but also ALL over Canada, the US and the […]

TN Visas are Convenient but can be Tricky

By Michael NirenJanuary 26, 2010
TN Visa Application Advice TN Visa applications, those supposedly “quick and easy” NAFTA Work Permits that are issued at the border have become very popular over the years. The relatively minimal paperwork involved (compared with other US Work permits) and instantaneous processing, has made the TNs a favorite among Visa applicants and their US employers. […]
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Rules for Immigration to Canada Relaxed for Haitian Applicants

By Michael NirenDecember 7, 2020
New Rules for Haitian Immigrants As has been reported, the Canadian government has introduced new rules to ease the immigration of Haitians affected by the tragic earthquake. The earthquake, which was over 7.0 on the Richter scale, has left the country with devastation that was “instant, utter and widespread,” Prime Minister Stephen Harper said last […]

Immigration Attorney in New York to Serve You

By Michael NirenJanuary 22, 2010
Immigration Law Office in New York As some of you know we have three immigration offices located in Toronto, Hamilton Ontario and Willimansville, New York.  Our  Immigration Associate Fadi Minawi, one of our  US Immigration Attorneys, who is a member of the New York State Bar and a Foreign Legal Consultant is available to meet […]

Humanitarian Aid for Haiti Needed. But will it get to those who really need it? Ways to help Haiti.

By Michael NirenJanuary 20, 2010
Ways to help Haiti The devastation is Haiti is unprecedented and humanitarian aid is desperately needed. The problem of course is making sure that the aid gets to those who really need it. Haiti has always been a politically corrupt nation and now, in the aftermath of the earth quake, a lawless one.  Over the […]

US Tax Information for Canadians

By Michael NirenDecember 9, 2019
In our ongoing effort to provide comprehensive information to people applying for visas to Canada and visas for US, we have gone “outside the box” as it were. While we are not tax experts by any stretch and the following is not to be considered legal advice, it is important to understand the tax issues […]

Montreal Family Facing Deportation from Canada due to Daughter’s Medical Condition

By Michael NirenJanuary 17, 2010
Montreal Family Facing Deportation from Canada The Barlagne family immigrated from France to Canada in 2005 with dreams of starting their own business and a new life. Almost five years later, their computer software business is booming, the family’s two daughters are attending school and Mrs. Barlagne teaches new immigrants French at no charge to […]

Temporary Resident Permit Application for Canada Approved…..Again

By Michael NirenJanuary 13, 2010
Temporary Resident Permit Application Approved thanks to Niren and Associates I wanted to express my Thanks for supporting me with my TRP application. This is my 5th TRP and I’m looking forward to getting this behind me in ’11.  The application went very well yesterday as I was in and out of the Rainbow Bridge facility in […]

You are now being “Spotted” at Canadian Airports

By Michael NirenJanuary 12, 2010
New Canadian Airport Security Measures As our ongoing effort to inform the pubic about Airport Security, we have learned that along with the introduction of controversial full-body scanners and other new security regulations, Canadian airports will now include specially trained officers who “spot “suspicious individuals based on their behaviour and how they look or dress. […]

Reaching US Immigration Service for Information on US Visa and Immigration Applications

By Michael NirenJanuary 10, 2010
US Immigration phone numbers and contacting offices Q. I have an application for a Spousal Petition (I-130) submitted to the National Visa Center. I have not heard from the NVC and I am unable to reach anyone at the US Immigration Services to find out about the status of my US Visa Application. What do […]

New US Security Measures for Admission to the US will Affect Many Canadians

By Michael NirenJanuary 7, 2010
Tens of thousands of Canadian Immigrants will be affected by new American security measures New Canadians born in 14 select countries will be subjected to increased special screening when entering into the United States, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration announced on Sunday, January 3rd. The countries are: Afghanistan, Algeria, Cuba, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, Nigeria, […]

Urgent Entry to the US Resolved: Humanitarian Parole Application

By Michael NirenJanuary 5, 2010
Hi Michael, Mary and Fadi, I would like to start off by wishing you all a very Happy New Year!  I hope that the next decade brings you all love, laughter and happiness. I want to thank you guys for helping me with my US Humanitarian Parole application and my trip to New Jersey was […]

Some Canadian Visa Applications Now Online but Beware

By Michael NirenJanuary 4, 2010
The Canadian Government has created a system for online visa applications. In late December, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced that those seeking Canadian work permits or visitor extensions can now utilize the online system. The online application system is supposed to  eliminate some of the costly and time consuming problems that arise […]

New airport security measures supposedly relaxed after being implemented, but remain in place

By Michael NirenDecember 31, 2009
New United States airport security measures The extreme new security rules that were put in place after the failed terrorist attempt on Christmas day had since been reduced significantly, but a release on Wednesday by U.S. transportation officials stated the changes will remain in effect until January 4, 2010 Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, a Nigerian, allegedly […]

Join us at our YouTube Immigration Video Channel

By Michael NirenDecember 29, 2009
Our immigration law firm has a YouTube Video channel that features our lawyers discussing the various aspects of Canadian and US Immigration Visas and applications.  You can also access some of our immigration videos directly on our website here Online videos are becoming an increasingly popular medium for disseminating information. Enjoy the videos!
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Lisanne Cholette

Mansi has been helping me navigate through a new chapter in my life. It has been a huge comfort to be able to lean on her knowledge and expertise and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

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BERLITA COLLADO

I am so very thankful to the VISAPACE team for making it all come true and possible from my Open Work Permit to my Permanent Residence, you make it all happen .Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart , Thank you for being part of my achievements. Now I am now a Permanent Residence through the effort, power and knowledge of VISAPLACE LEGAL TEAM.
Sending you my best appreciation and thank you.

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Shahrzad Sh

“I truly want to thank Mansi. Her patience and thoughtful advices made a big difference for me. Her recommendations were not only helpful but also gave me clearer insight. Words can’t fully express how grateful I am for her support.”

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kevin geoffrey

Visa place helped me with my daughter’s sponsorship 3 years ago. Last week I contacted them for some clarification on a different matter. It was about an issue which technically was a problem of CIC’s software glitch and had nothing to do with Visa Place.
Yet Reena Sandu was assigned for my case. she helped me with enthusiasm and showed no hesitation despite me being an ex-client from 3 years ago.
I was very happy that even after 3 years of finishing business, Visa Place were respectful of their clients. Special thanks again to Reena for her enthusiasm and support.

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Nessie Leigh Ilarde

Thank you very much for helping me get my new visa! I appreciate Ms. Felicita and her colleagues for guiding us through the process making sure that everything is precise. Highly recommend your firm. Thanks again 🙂

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parker ellis

Mansi Sanghvi has been nothing for of remarkable for me. I have been dealing with a visa, immigration issues , and any time I have to call her, she has been there to answer any questions. Has answers to every question and is there to HELP YOU. Truly could not recommend her more.

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Domenico Orsi

Bansuri was great help on the phone today. They were able to swiftly set up an appointment and facilitate all of my needs and questions.