Posts by Michael Niren

Are you interested in applying for the Canadian Experience Class Program? If you’ve explored all the options available and think this is the program that might be right for you, it’s important to check that you are eligible before going any further. Below, we’ve compiled a quick guide to help you determine whether you are […]

If your permanent resident card is about to expire, don’t worry – PR card renewal is a relatively simple process. Below we’re going to highlight everything you need to know about PR card renewal, and what your next steps should be. The Basics According to Citizenship and Immigration Canada, you can apply for a new […]

As recently reported by The Star, 34 new Canadians took their citizenship oath at the Air Canada Centre court before the Raptors-Wizards game. The ceremony was organized by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) and the Institute for Canadian Citizenship, who had partnered with the Raptors for this special occasion. After taking their citizenship oath, the newest […]

Are you interested in one of Canada’s many Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)? If you’ve explored all your options and think this is the best way to immigrate to Canada, you will first need to determine your eligibility for PNP – the criteria of which varies depending on which province or territory you choose. As an […]

Being given the opportunity to move to Canada with your spouse or significant other can seem like a great chance to start a new life together, but there are certain things you need to ask yourself before you make that all-important decision. We’ve put together a list of important questions relating to Canadian immigration that […]

As recently reported by CBC, citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is currently experiencing a wave of criticism and complaints for failing to tell applicants for the Canadian Experience Class Program that the cap had already been reached months before. Many had previously rushed to apply for the Canadian Experience Class Program so that their applications […]

Requirements for the Immigrant Investor Venture Capital Program First of all, you need an enormous $10 million net worth to qualify. Not only that, the wealth that you’ve accumulated cannot be from inheritance. It has to be from your own business acumen, if you will, your own efforts. Not only that, you have to commit […]

Do you want to stay in the US after your student visa expires? If your student visa is fast approaching its expiration date, it’s important to ask an immigration attorney for advice as soon as possible. It might be easier than you think to stay in the US for a longer time! Here’s how it […]

*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 […]

Good news for Canada Express Entry Program. This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. You don’t often hear me say good news when I speak about Canadian immigration law. Over the last few years, it has been harder and harder to qualify for immigration to Canada and to United States, but under […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi this is Michael Niren immigration lawyer and founder of Visaplace.com. Today I want to talk to you briefly about some of the possible tax implications for individuals who are staying in the United States, visiting the United States for a lengthy period of time. In a previous […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. Well, H1B season is upon us. April 1st, 2015 will be the deadline when you file your H1B applications for 2016 calendar year. And applications are being prepared earlier than ever. As you may know that there’s […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Today I want to talk to you about a problem that a lot of people have when it comes to trying to evaluate their qualification for a visa or for immigration. Now there’s a lot of information […]

(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi this is Michael Niren, Immigration Lawyer and Founder of Visaplace.com. There is a new program, the Nova Scotia Demand Express Entry program, which essentially is a provincial nominee program that promises to process permanent resident applications within a six month period. Obviously, it’s sponsored by the province […]

As recently reported by CBC News, Famous rapper Mutulu Olugbala (AKA M1), who makes up half of rap duo Dead Prez, was recently denied entry to Canada when he arrived at Montreal airport. Although it’s not exactly clear why M1 was turned away by Canada Border Services Agency, the rapper has attributed the incident to “racial profiling”. M1 was travelling to La Grande Bibliothèque in downtown Montreal to appear at […]