Second time working with Visaplace, and was successful again with a visa application for parents (2 out of 2). Worked with Felicita and Mansi, strong guidance, very detailed approach to putting together a very thorough and comprehensive application. Good feedback and support throughout the full process. Highly recommend Visaplace!
Canadian Spousal Sponsorship Application for Permanent Residence Approved.
Dear Mary , I have just returned from the interview with Immigration Canada , and as you said it just a formality. No questions asked and just had to sign on the “dotted line” . I am now a Canadian permanent resident! The official papers are to follow in a few weeks time. So thank […]
Olympic Hopeful Kaitlyn Weaver Becomes Canadian Citizen
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney today welcomed Olympic hopeful Kaitlyn Weaver as a Canadian citizen at a ceremony in Kitchener, Ontario. “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I am proud to welcome Kaitlyn Weaver as a Canadian,” Minister Kenney said. “Our citizenship is one of the most valuable things we can possess. […]
TN Visa not required if working for US Client from outside the US
If I was doing consulting work for a US client and the work was done from Canada, is a TN visa required? I may never cross into the US to do the work. It can all be done remotely from Canada. _____________ TN Visas like all US Work Permits are necessary if you intend to […]
Warning: Make sure the US company agrees to Sponsor you for a US Work Visa before accepting the Job
It is an all too often scenario where we see Canadian citizens and other nationals offered US jobs only to find out that their company does not “sponsor people for US work visas”. Many people go into employment negotiations assuming that all that is required to work in the US is to obtain a job […]
Canadian Border Crossing a Success
Hi Lily, We really appreciate all the effort you put in to preparing the Canadian entry crossing information package. It helped a lot to have it together – certainly it helped with our confidence when we entered the Canadian border station! The officer that we dealt with at the border was quite decent. […]
Canadian Immigrant Investor Program: Business Immigration to Canada and Quebec
In Canada there are two Immigrant Investor Programs (aside from those offered under the Provincial Nominee Programs or PNP Programs). The two programs are called the Canadian Federal Investor Immigration Program and the Canadian Quebec Federal Investor Program. Federal Immigrant Investor Program Criteria Net Worth (assets minus liabilities) Must have minimum of CAD$800,000 in net worth […]
Can I Extend my TN Visa from within the US rather than at the Border?
I am a veterinarian at an Animal Hospital in Hope Mills, North Carolina. I have a TN visa that expires on July 5th. I recently extended my contract to the end of August and would like to extend my TN visa also. Is it possible for me to do this without crossing the border? Thank […]
Our Immigration Law Firm is proud that Toronto Ranks 4th most Livable City in the World
In a recent poll, Toronto was ranked 4th as one of the most livable cities in the world. Vancouver, another Canadian city was ranked 1st. The survey covered 140 cities based on 30 factors concerning living conditions. Toronto’s strong economic base and vibrant downtown contributed to the findings. We at Niren and Associates Immigration Lawyers […]
I was Refused Entry to Canada because of DWI Charge in the US
My family and I live in the USA by Canadian Border near BC. My wife is Canadian and my son is Canadian. I am an US citizen. We all reside in the US. All of our relatives live in Canada (in-laws, sister law and nice and more). Now I cannot go see them at all […]
Canadian Work Permits Not Necessarily Needed for Workers in the Film and TV Industries
A Canadian Work Permit Question Hello I am a Director of Photography and Director in Los Angeles , California. A local production company hired me to shoot their next feature film which will be shot in Los Angeles for about 80% of the production. However, some scenes have to be shot in Canada, and that […]
Permanent Residency Card Renewal on Humanitarian and Compassionate Grounds
Permanent Residency Card Renewal Question Hi I have applied for my Permanent Residency Card Renewal but I do not have the required 2 years of Canadian residence. Please help me to apply on compassionate grounds as my wife and two children meet the requirements and I have also applied for Canadian citizenship and I work […]
Living in Canada with a Green Card. Do I need a Reentry Permit?
Canadian Reentry Permit Question Hi. I live in Canada and have a green card commuter status that expires in mid July of this year. I lost my job this year. In order to keep my status, I should either move to the US or find a job within six months. It’s very difficult to get […]
Canada-US Border Crossings: New Passport Requirements come into effect June 1 for Canadians and Americans
New Passport Requirements for Canadians and Americans Well the day is almost here where Canadians and Americans will require passports, enhanced drivers license or a travel card such as a NEXUS or FAST card in order to cross the border. On June 1, presenting a birth certificate or a traditional drivers license to a customs […]
Canadian Work Permit Refused because of lack of Ties to home country.
Canadian Work Permit Refused? I applied twice for a Canadian work visa complete with all the required documents and papers like valid LMO (Labour Market Opinion) approval and job offer from a prospective employer situated in Alberta. However my application for a work permit was refused twice for the sole reason that I did not […]
Refused entry to the US Case Resolved
Refused entry to the US case resolved by our immigration law firm Hi Fadi! Thank you for assisting me with my entry to the US after being denied. I will be coming back to Canada on June 10 to hand back my I94 Card as instructed. I want to do this right this time! I […]