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!
Can I Immigrate to Canada With a DUI?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer, and founder ofVisaPlace.com. We got another question regarding immigration to Canada. Inthis case, can I immigrate to Canada if I have a DUI? This is a similarquestion we received about can you immigrate to Canada if I have […]
What Are Your US Work Visa Options?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. We got a question today about, “What are my options for getting a work visa to the US?” US Work Visa Options Well, there are a number of options that are available, depending upon […]
What If My TN Visa Application Was Refused?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. What happens if your TN Visa application is refused? It’s an unfortunate situation. It happens fairly frequently, depending upon the case. Your refusal can be based on the fact that your job offer did […]
Moving to Canada Without a Job Offer
When immigrating to Canada as skilled workers, we usually encourage those entering the Express Entry pool to obtain a job offer before settling in Canada for extra CRS Score points. For those who rather wait until settling in Canada for a job offer, you may want to know your options. Express Entry Programs That Don’t […]
Can I Immigrate to Canada With a Criminal Record?
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi. My name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder ofVisaPlace.com. Today we have a question: Can I immigrate to Canada if Ihave a criminal record? Well, the answer is it depends. It depends on the seriousness of theoffense and the circumstances. In many cases, if […]
Applying for H-1B Visas for 2014
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, my name is Michael Niren. I’m an immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. I’m here to discuss H-1B visas. On April 1, 2014, the government will be accepting H-1B applications once again. There’s an annual cap of 65,000 H-1Bs that will be accepted for the calendar year, […]
Will Justin Bieber’s Recent Antics Get Him Deported Home to Canada?
Canada’s homegrown superstar Justin Bieber is spiralling out of control, but will his antics in Florida get him sent back to Canada? If you also had a hard time keeping track of Bieber’s antics we hope you found this helpful. Of course, this is just our thoughts; only time will tell whether Bieber gets deported or […]
These 7 Successful American Celebrities Are Actually Immigrants
Think the American dream is only for people born in America? Think again: here are 7 superstars that weren’t born in the US but became world famous American stars. Did you know about all the superstars on this list? Tell us which one surprised you by writing in the comment section.
Why Immigration is a Right: The Case for Open Immigration
What is Immigration? “Immigration” properly defined is the movement of individuals from their homeland to a new country for the purpose of permanent settlement. The phenomenon of immigration has existed from the beginning of human travel. People have been “on the go” for centuries. From the time we learned to walk, the movement of people […]
H-1B Visa Application Deadline is Looming April 1 2014
[leadplayer_vid id=”52BF29C4227AF”] Are You Ready to Apply For The H-1B Visa? A new year is approaching and for those interested in working in the US, the H-1B application deadline will be fast approaching. Each year Congress sets a limit on how many H-1Bs will be accepted. Over the last few years the number has been […]
We Were Awarded ‘Top Choice Award Winner 2013’ for Immigration Lawyers in Toronto!
We Were Awarded the ‘Top Choice Award Winner 2013 for Immigration Lawyers in Toronto’ Again! We are pleased to have won the Top Choice Award for Top Immigration Firm in Toronto for the fourth year in a row. We are really grateful to our clients who have trusted us with handling their Canadian and US […]
Should You Fill Out Immigration Applications Online?
I love visiting the Canadian government’s immigration website. There is a lot of information about Canadian immigration and visas that is provided there. Lately, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has added a lot of “how-to” videos trying to guide people and encourage them to fill out their application forms right online. They tell you that […]
Would Rob Ford be Denied Entry to the US?
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford admitted he used crack-cocaine after a video of him possibility taking drugs or being in a “drug house” re-surfaced. The police are in possession of this video and the Mayor has not been charged with any crime. US Immigration Law Could Prevent Ford From Entering However, under US immigration law, Rob […]
Canada Will Admit 17,500 Permanent Residents Through the Live-in Caregiver Program in 2014
[leadplayer_vid id=”527D7B1536D96″] According to a CIC Press Release, Live in Caregivers (LIC) will be admitted to Canada in record numbers: the highest since 2003 when the program began. Canada will be admitting 17500 LICs for 2014. This is strange given that present backlogs are huge resulting in processing times well over a year in some […]
Parental Sponsorship Re-Opens
Did you hear? On January 2nd, 2014, Citizenship and Immigration Canada will be re-opening the Parent and Grandparent (PGP) program for new applications. The wait times in the program and the backlog are expected to be cut in half. CIC had stopped accepting applications on November 5th 2011. Nearly after two years of waiting, parents […]