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!
Medical Inadmissibility for Immigration in Canada – Case Study
The client was sponsoring his father from Kuwait, and his father was deemed medically inadmissible due to a prior heart condition and major surgery. The Officer had sent a letter notifying that he was going to refuse the application. How Niren & Associates Helped With our firm’s help, the client was able to present strong […]
Federal Skilled Worker Refusal and Re-Application – Case Study
The client submitted a Federal Skilled Worker application through Quebec, and was refused. How Niren & Associates Helped The client contacted us after his refusal and we were able to help him get his application reopened. We reviewed communication between the parties, and articulated grounds under the Immigration Act for why his case should not […]
Canadian Citizenship Applications Backlog
In order to speed up the backlog of citizenship applications the Immigration Minister has announced that the Government of Canada will be setting aside $44 million dollars over the next two years and 8 citizenship judges have been appointed. In addition to this the Government has scaled their citizenship fraud investigations and is to determine […]
Medical Care Options When Visiting the United States or Canada
You must always be mindful of your health while traveling. People who travel internationally have a 50% probability of contracting a travel-related sickness. While the majority of travel-related illnesses are mild, several highly deadly infectious diseases are prevalent in some places of the globe. All travelers should be well-prepared for their trip and be aware […]
What Are My Obligations As A Sponsor?
Many people are not aware that when they sponsor a family member they are actually responsible for them for a certain amount of years. Financially responsible among other things. This only begins once they have been accepted as a Canadian Permanent Resident. Beginning the Sponsorship Process So before you begin the sponsorship process just remember, […]
Proof of Canadian Citizenship
Proof of citizenship is needed in order to do various things for example: Vote Obtain a passport Obtain Employment Access various government Services Obtain a drivers License Obtain a Social Insurance Number The total processing times for this application are approximately 6 months. If you know you are going to need this documentation within the […]
How To Hire A Temporary Foreign Worker
Employers in Canada are able to hire a foreign worker temporarily or offer them a full time job. There are several programs available for those who are looking to hire from outside the country. Temporary Workers The Temporary Foreign Worker Program allows employers to hire worker from another country to fill temporary labour. Employers are […]
If I Marry A Canadian Can I Become A Citizen?
Marriage to a Canadian Citizen does not mean that you are automatically Canadian. You must first apply for Permanent Resident status through the sponsorship program. You must then apply for Canadian citizenship and meet the same requirements as any other person seeking Canadian Citizenship. Applying For Canadian Citizenship In order to apply for citizenship after […]
Get To Know Canada
Canada is a beautiful country, four different seasons, multiculturalism at it’s best and one of the most peaceful countries in the world. Chances are, if you’ve chosen to immigrate anywhere Canada would probably be a first choice on your list of countries to begin your new life. Provinces and Territories Canada is made up of […]
Seeking Refugee Status in Canada
Asylum claims are now heard faster, on December 15, 2012 the system was changed. Those who claim Refugee status will have their claim heard faster, as well as sent back home faster if It’s been denied. Getting a Canadian Refugee Visa Canada offers protection to selected individuals who fear they may be prosecuted or would […]
Start-up Visa program for Canada
Canada has just launched a new visa program for entrepreneurs called the Start-up Visa. This visa is a great way for people with business ideas to enter Canada. This visa is expected to be very popular and there will be limited space every year until the visa is made permanent. It will be made permanent […]
My PR card expired outside of Canada
If you have a permanent resident card, you know that it is an important document that allows you to re-enter Canada should you leave it. All PR cards have expiration dates that must be renewed accordingly. The problem many people face when they realize that their PR card has expired while they are outside of […]
Refused Entry to Canada?
Have you been denied entry to Canada? Or are you worried about the possibility? Being denied entry can ruin your travel or business plans and cause an undue burned on your finances. The worst situation is when you find out you are inadmissible to Canada, even though you had no idea you were. The fact […]
How to apply for a TN visa
The TN visa is for Canadian citizens who have a job offer in the United States. The TN can be applied for at the United States border, which makes it an ideal visa for many Canadians. However, the TN visa, though processed very rapidly, is not always easy to obtain. If you do not bring […]
What if your Permanent Resident card expires?
Permanent Resident cards (PR cards) all have an expiration date, and the Canadian government asks that you take steps to renew your card six months before they are set to expire. Many times, however, permanent residents are unable to and end up with an expired PR card. So what should you do if your PR […]