Posts by Michael Niren

Mr. Niren is CEO of VisaPlace LLC and the President and Managing Partner of VisaPlace Legal Canada, an immigration law firm based in Toronto, and VisaPlace Legal US a law firm registered in The District of Columbia, USA. Mr. Niren is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, the Canadian Bar Association’s Citizenship and Immigration Section, American Lawyers Association, and an Associate Member of the American Bar Association.

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Quick Tips for Applying for Canadian Citizenship

By Michael NirenApril 8, 2020
We get lots of questions about Canadian citizenship. Here are some quick tips about applying. Canadian Citizenship Application Quick Tips Age You must be 18 years of age or older to apply for citizenship. Permanent Residence You must have resided in Canada for 3 years or 1095 days in the past 4 years. You may […]

How can you work in the United States if your company is transferring you

By Michael NirenApril 24, 2013
If you work for a foreign company, and this includes a Canadian company, and your employer has decided to transfer you to the United States, you can work legally if you obtain the proper work permit first. In this situation, as well as in a situation where you are a business owner who wishes to […]

Do you need a United States work visa?

By Michael NirenApril 24, 2013
A common question we receive at our immigration law firm is whether a Canadian citizen needs a work visa in order to work in the United States. It’s true, like all foreign nationals, that Canadian citizens must have a job offer in order to work in the United States.  However, the tricky part is that […]

Do I need a visa to visit Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 24, 2013
Depending on where you hold citizenship, you may need to obtain a visa before you are allowed to visit Canada. Many people visit Canada every year, whether to go on vacation, act as a tourist or visit their friends and family. In order to do so, ensure that you are aware of whether or not […]
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If I have a DUI will I be denied entry to Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 5, 2020
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Being denied entry to Canada is a very serious matter. Worse, it can be embarrassing, upsetting and completely ruin any plans you had. It does not matter if you were visiting friends, you’ve spent a lot of money on a vacation or you’ve got a very pressing family emergency in Canada. If you are deemed […]
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Can You Enter the US with a DUI?

By Michael NirenJanuary 3, 2024
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If you’re wondering if you may enter the United States with a DUI on your record, the short answer is probably yes, as long as you follow all customs procedures. However, entering the US with a DUI can be difficult. A DUI (Driving under the influence, or DWI – driving while intoxicated) is a very […]

New Skilled Worker Program List – Opens May 4, 2013

By Michael NirenApril 23, 2013
The Federal Skilled Worker Program is a Canadian immigration stream that offers permanent residency to individuals who are able to immigrate to Canada based on their own credentials, including age, language proficiency, education level and their work experience. To qualify for this immigration stream, the work experience must be in a certain occupation. The Federal […]
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Immigrating to Canada from Australia

By Michael NirenApril 23, 2013
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If you are from Australia and want to immigrate to Canada, you can do so a number of ways. In addition, as an Australian you have an advantage, because being from an English-speaking country means that you can much more easily make the transition to Canadian society than people from other countries. However, you will […]

What you need to know about TN visa applications

By Michael NirenApril 23, 2013
The TN visa for the United States is an extremely popular work visa option. It is popular because there is no cap, meaning there isn’t a restriction on how many of these visas are given out each year. It is also very popular because as a visa only for Canadians, it can be applied for […]
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My Employer is Transferring Me to the United States

By Michael NirenJuly 21, 2021
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A Canadian citizen or other foreign national who is being transferred to the United States is still required to obtain the proper United States work visa in order to do so legally. Individuals who are being transferred to the United States or who wish to expand their business in the United States would be looking […]

Why would I need a visitor visa to enter Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 23, 2013
Visitor visas are necessary for certain travelers to Canada to ensure that they are only in Canada for a temporary period of time and do not remain in Canada to conduct activities that aren’t permitted, such as working or studying. Hundreds of thousands of people come to Canada every single year, and some of them […]
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Entering the US with a DUI

By Michael NirenApril 5, 2020
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A criminal record for DUI can make it more difficult for you to enter the United States for a visit, even if you are a Canadian citizen. Trying to enter the United States with a criminal record could result in your being denied entry, which can be highly upsetting and inconvenient. Even if the DUI […]
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About the TN Visa for the United States

By Michael NirenApril 6, 2020
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Did you know that there is a fast-tracked United States work visa that is exclusively available to Canadian citizens? Permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this visa, nor are other foreign nationals aside from citizens of Mexico. How to Get a TN Visa to Work in the United States This visa is called […]
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Transferring to the United States With a L-1 Visa

By Michael NirenJuly 21, 2021
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United States work visas are necessary for individuals who want to work in the United States, even if they have a job offer or they are a Canadian citizen. In addition, a work permit or work visa is required if you are being transferred to the United States by an employer or you wish to […]

Do I need a visitor visa to enter Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2013
Did you know that hundreds of thousands of people come to visit Canada every single year? Not all of these people are able to just travel to Canada without a visa, however. Many of these visitors require a temporary visa in order to visit Canada for a temporary period of time. There are different types […]
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Visa place helped me with my daughter’s sponsorship 3 years ago. Last week I contacted them for some clarification on a different matter. It was about an issue which technically was a problem of CIC’s software glitch and had nothing to do with Visa Place.
Yet Reena Sandu was assigned for my case. she helped me with enthusiasm and showed no hesitation despite me being an ex-client from 3 years ago.
I was very happy that even after 3 years of finishing business, Visa Place were respectful of their clients. Special thanks again to Reena for her enthusiasm and support.

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