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.

Retiring in the United States

By Michael NirenApril 18, 2013
A common question we receive is how can a Canadian retire in the United States? They’re looking for some place with a bit of a warmer climate, and may be looking to stay there permanently or only over the winter.  Unfortunately, there is no retirement visa for the United States despite how popular it would […]

3 Categories for the Provincial Nominee Program in New Brunswick

By Michael NirenApril 18, 2013
There are three different categories for the Provincial Nominee Program in New Brunswick. New Brunswick is a beautiful province, and the Provincial Nominee Program is a popular way for applicants who are qualified to receive permanent residency in Canada.  There are eleven participating provinces and territories who have Provincial Nominee Programs, and all of them […]

Why can someone be denied entry to the US?

By Michael NirenApril 18, 2013
Are you concerned about being denied entry to the United States? This is a common concern for many as it can be a very unpleasant surprise to be denied entry to the United States in your travels. Even if you are a Canadian citizen, you can still be denied entry.  There are many reasons people […]

What are the requirements for a TN visa?

By Michael NirenApril 18, 2013
Did you know that there is a special United States work visa available just for Canadian citizens? This work visa is available at the US-Canada border, and can be applied for by Canadian citizens who have a job offer with a United States employer.  But just because a visa can be applied for at the […]
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Federal Skilled Worker Program Updated Occupation List For 2013

By Michael NirenJanuary 2, 2020
Working in Canada
The wait is finally over for the new eligible occupations under the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) that will be effective May 4, 2013. New Requirements under the 2013 Federal Skilled Worker Program While Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) will not be accepting applications for the 24 eligible occupations until May 4, 2013, there are some new […]

Have you been denied entry to Canada for DUI?

By Michael NirenApril 18, 2013
Having a criminal record for a DUI is one of the most common reasons people are denied entry to Canada. Even if your DUI conviction is from very long ago, you can still be denied entry. There are many other types of criminal records that can cause you to be denied entry to Canada, while […]

Qualifying for the Provincial Nominee Program in Saskatchewan



By Michael NirenApril 17, 2013
Saskatchewan is a Canadian province with a huge economy and many exports including minerals and grain. Saskatchewan also has the most categories for eligibility in its Provincial Nominee Program, which is a popular immigration program that offers permanent residence and is a quicker way of immigrating than many other streams. Categories for the Provincial Nominee […]

Being Denied Entry to Canada for DUI

By Michael NirenApril 17, 2013
Often, Canadian border officials will use their discretion to deny entry to individuals who they feel could pose a threat to Canada or Canadians. In many cases, criminal records are the reason these individuals are denied entry and many of these people do not pose an actual risk. Of these criminal records, a record for […]

Can I be denied entry to the US for DUI?

By Michael NirenApril 17, 2013
Criminal records are one of the most common reasons why someone would be denied to both the United States and Canada. A DUI conviction is a common reason why people find themselves denied entry to either country. Canada and the United States have different rules regarding DUIs, or driving under the influence convictions. Canada will […]

What requirements do I have to meet to obtain a TN visa?

By Michael NirenApril 17, 2013
A TN visa is an attractive United States work visa option because it allows Canadian citizens to work in the United States legally. It can be applied for at the US-Canada border, meaning that you do not have to wait weeks or months for your application to be processed like you would have to with […]

I was denied entry to the United States, what are my options?

By Michael NirenApril 16, 2013
If you are denied entry to the United States, you may be under the impression that this is a final decision and you won’t be able to travel to or through the United States for a very long time. However, that is not the case.  There are United States waivers available for many individuals who […]

NOC Job List for the Skilled Worker Program

By Michael NirenMay 28, 2020
The Federal Skilled Worker Program was temporarily halted a while ago so that the lengthy immigration backlog could be cleared up. Now that the backlog has been cleared quite a bit, the government is reopening the Federal Skilled Worker Program on May 4th, 2013. However, the program will only be open for 24 different occupations. […]
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What is Needed to Obtain a TN Visa for the United States?

By Michael NirenApril 3, 2020
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Did you know that as a Canadian citizen, you could be eligible for a special type of United States work visa available to Canadian citizens? This visa is the TN visa, and it is exclusively available to Canadian citizens under the North American Free Trade Agreement, or NAFTA. In order to obtain a TN visa, […]
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Canadian Temporary Work Permits for NAFTA Professionals

By Michael NirenDecember 7, 2020
Working in Canada
North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) If you are a business professional and need to gain access to Canada for business reasons or work you are in luck!  There is an agreement called NAFTA which allows citizens of Mexico and the U.S to enter Canada for business purposes. If you are covered by NAFTA you […]

What can I do if I have been denied entry to the United States?

By Michael NirenApril 15, 2013
Have you been denied entry to the United States? Many people don’t realize that you can actually be denied entry to the United States for a variety of different reasons, including having a criminal record. Some of the reasons you can be denied entry to the United States include having a communicable disease, having ties […]
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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.
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