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!
LMO Work Visa Refused and then Approved!
I want to thank the team of Niren and Associates for guiding me throughout my entire application process for both my LMO and Work Permit, even with all the changes and adjustments done to Canadian immigration laws they were able to provide me with accurate information, updated documents and address all my questions and concerns in a timely […]
Canada Attracting More US Workers
Historically, more Canadians have flocked to the United States for jobs. But according to Citizenship and Immigration Canada, in 2010 there was a record high of Americans applying for temporary work visas. According to this article in the Globe and Mail, the current 14 million Americans who are unemployed would equal about 40 per cent […]
New Language Testing May Be on the Way for Immigrants to Canada
Government announces new language testing requirements A notice was published in the Canada Gazette this past weekend asking for comments on the government’s intention to require immigrants to Canada to pass new language testing. According to Citizenship and Immigration Canada, applicants who are between 18 and 54 years of age will have to prove they […]
US Republican Candidate Praises Canadian Immigration Policies
At the end of September, United States Republican Candidate Mitt Romney spoke highly of the Canadian immigration points system, which is used to determine if immigrants qualify for the Skilled Worker program. Romney said that he doesn’t believe in allowing illegal immigrants in-state tuition to study at universities and colleges in Texas, but instead thinks […]
How to Get a TN Visa to Work in the US
Getting a TN Visas for Canadians working in the US A TN Visa is a US work visa valid up to three-year visas for Canadian citizens (and Mexicans) who may qualify for to work in the United States. In order to qualify for a TN visa to work in the United States, applicants must have […]
US Immigration Jails Make “Big Money” With Mandatory Immigration Detention
What is Mandatory Immigration Detention in the US? Immigration detention may affect anyone from lawful permanent residents to recent refugee claimants in the US, because the loopholes that allow the authorities such as the Department of Homeland Security and Immigrations and Customs Enforcement to arrest immigrants are broad. Traffic stops, home or employment raids as […]
New E-2 Visa Procedures in Vancouver- 2014
E-2 Visa Filing changes in Vancouver The US Consulate in Vancouver has begun a new E-2 visa application process. All the supporting documentation for an E-2 application is no longer needed to be sent ahead of the interview for adjudication. Officers are now looking at the supporting documentation or the “meat of the application” for […]
Visiting Canada but want to become a Canadian Permanent Resident?
Visiting Canada: General Entry Requirements According to statistics, every year, more than 35 million people visit Canada to enjoy the many opportunities this country has to offer. Depending on where you live, and the reason for your visit, you will need to meet certain entry requirements. In some cases, if you plan to stay in […]
“Shady” Immigration Consultant Arrested in Montreal
The Canada Border Services Agency has announced in a press release that it has filed almost 150 different charges against an immigration consultant based in Montreal. The consultant is accused of aiding and abetting people to misrepresent themselves and forging documents for those looking to obtain refugee status and temporary resident permits. The man provided […]
Retired Grandmother Denied Entry To Canada – Five Times
According to this article in the Saskatoon StarPhoenix, a retired grandmother from the Ukraine who wanted to come to Canada and help her daughter with her new twins has been denied entry to Canada five different times since 2010. The grandmother had valid reasons to visit her daughter each time – to see her new […]
Using an Immigration Lawyer vs. Applying For a Canadian Visa on your own
During your research of the Canadian immigration process, you will need to make a key decision that can affect your Canadian immigration experience: should you hire an immigration lawyer, or should you go it alone? Here are the “Pros and Cons”: Hiring an immigration lawyer should result in less stress An immigration lawyer will handle […]
Immigrants needed for Canadian economic growth: Minister Kenney
Two weeks ago, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney told the media that immigration is needed to keep Canada’s economy growing. Economic immigrants to Canada needed since recession “For a couple of generations Canadians have been deciding to have fewer kids than we need to grow and maintain our population, which means ultimately fewer […]
Polish Man Detained While Visiting Family In Canada
Man detained for 10 days while trying to visit family in Canada According to this article in the Winnipeg Free Press, a Polish man visiting family in Canada for the first time was detained by immigration officials for 10 days upon arriving at a Toronto airport. The man, a successful businessman in Poland, did not speak […]
Can I Request a Fast Appointment at the U.S. Consulate/Embassy?
Many applicants who are required to attend US visa appointments at the U.S. Consulate/Embassy in Canada often ask “well, how soon can I get an appointment?” or “how long do I have to wait?” These common questions all share a common answer. The current waiting times vary depending on the location of the Consulate/Embassy. In general, […]
10 Year Multiple Entry Visas Being Introduced
A new ten-year multiple-entry visa is being introduced, announced Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism on July 20, 2011. 10 Year Multiple Entry Visas Will Make It Easier to Visit Canada Currently, the maximum validity period of a multiple-entry visa is five years. However, increasingly, countries are issuing passports which are valid for […]