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!
What happens if your PR card expires?
Permanent resident cards (PR cards) all have an expiry date, and the government recommends that you take the necessary steps to renew your card at least six months in advance of this expiry date. However, often times permanent residents are unable to do so and end up with an expired card. So what happens if […]
Have you been denied entry to Canada?
Have you been denied entry to Canada? That may have been an extremely distressing and upsetting situation – it may have even been a huge surprise, and it might have ruined your travel plans if you had planned a vacation or a visit with family in Canada. Canada has an obligation to ensure that it […]
Requirements for a TN visa for the United States
Did you know that there is a United States work visa available specifically to Canadian citizens who have a job offer in the United States? This visa is called the TN visa, and it is available for professionals who work in certain occupations. This visa is even quicker to obtain than most work visas, because […]
Entrepreneur immigration in Canada
Canada has a number of different opportunities for entrepreneurs, business people, investors and self-employed persons who wish to immigrate to Canada as permanent residents. One of these opportunities was just introduced for entrepreneurs, and is called the Start-Up visa. Unlike other visas that require special skills to immigrate (such as the H1B work visa for […]
Do I need a visa for a business meeting in the US?
If you have a business meeting or other business event in the United States, even if you are a Canadian citizen you might need to obtain a business visitor visa. This visa is called the B1 business visitor visa, and is for activities like business meetings. However, sometimes it is tricky to determine whether or […]
PR card expired outside of Canada
Permanent resident cards expire every five years. Permanent residents in Canada must carry these cards as identification, they allow them to return to Canada after traveling. But often, these cards are allowed to expire outside of Canada and usually it is just because the permanent resident overlooked it or could not return back to Canada […]
Refused entry to Canada? We can help
Did you know that a criminal record can make you inadmissible to Canada? This means that if you attempt to enter the country you will be turned away. Unfortunately, it does not matter whether your conviction is very old, for a minor offense or if you’re a completely different person now than when it occurred. […]
Immigration Lawyer Michael Niren quoted: Applicants who fail Canadian citizenship test to get second chance
According to recent reports from Postmedia News, the Canadian government is going to be allowing citizenship applicants who fail the citizenship test to re-take the test within four to eight weeks. However, if the applicant fails the test a second time, they will have to be assessed by a citizenship judge and this may take […]
Requirements for a TN visa for the US
If you are a professional who has a job offer in the United States, you may qualify for a TN visa. This is a special visa for Canadians (and citizens of Mexico) only, and the application process is relatively fast compared to other types of visas. However, that does not mean that this is an […]
L-1 visas for the United States
If you are a foreign national or Canadian who is intent on expanding your business to the United States, the L1 work visa may be the perfect option for you. This visa is a specific visa for individuals who are transferring from a foreign company to a United States-based office of that same company. Depending […]
We can help you if you have been denied entry to Canada
Did you know that if you have been denied entry to Canada, or you think you may be denied entry to Canada, there are options available to you? Being denied entry to Canada usually happens because the traveler has a criminal record of some kind. Even the most minor of offenses can result in a […]
I am being transferred to the United States
The United States is home to many branches, subsidiaries and offices of international companies whose headquarters are located in different countries all over the world. As such, it is not uncommon for businesses to continue to expand to the United States or transfer employees to the United States. When this happens, even though the office […]
Can I Get a U.S. Visa Through Investment?
Can you obtain a United States work visa through an investment in a new or existing business? The answer is yes! You can obtain an E2 investor visa, which is a work visa, when you make a substantial investment in a United States business (new or existing). Getting a U.S. Visa Through Investment The investment […]
Business Immigration Start Up Visa to Canada
Did you know that Canada has several different programs available for business immigration? This can include investors, self-employed persons, or even entrepreneurs. One example of how Canada is investing in innovation and the economy is the new Start-Up Visa, which allows entrepreneurs to immigrate to Canada as permanent residents if they have the right type […]
Denied entry to Canada? We can help.
If you have been denied entry to Canada, you may have felt extremely stressed and upset. Unfortunately, this actually happens often. In addition, you may be concerned that you will be denied entry to Canada and you might avoid coming to Canada because you don’t want to take chances. In most cases, a criminal record […]