Inadmissibility · Canada
Inadmissibility lawyers in Abbotsford, Surrey and Vancouver
Being found inadmissible can stop you from entering Canada, getting a visa or keeping your status. A past conviction, a health issue or an error on an application can trigger it, and there are often ways to overcome it.
- Criminal inadmissibility and rehabilitation
- Temporary resident permits
- Misrepresentation allegations
Book an inadmissibility consultation
Tell us a little about your situation and we'll be in touch to arrange a time.
Received a procedural fairness letter? Respond carefully and on time. Your answer can decide the outcome.
IRCC recognizes several ways to overcome criminal inadmissibility.
- Deemed rehabilitation: may apply automatically once enough time has passed since your sentence, for less serious offences
- Individual rehabilitation: you can apply once at least five years have passed since the end of your sentence
- Temporary resident permit: for a justified reason to enter or stay before you qualify for rehabilitation
- Record suspension: a Canadian record suspension (formerly a pardon) removes the inadmissibility
Impaired driving is now treated as serious criminality, which changes which options apply.
Misrepresentation is one of the most serious findings an officer can make.
- It covers false information and leaving out important facts, even if someone else filled out the form
- A finding can lead to a five-year ban on applying
- A well-prepared response to a procedural fairness letter is often the best chance to prevent a finding
Contact us as soon as you receive a procedural fairness letter.
- Identify the issueWe review your records and the exact ground of inadmissibility.
- Choose the remedyRehabilitation, a temporary resident permit or a response to the officer.
- Prepare the applicationWe gather court records and evidence and write persuasive submissions.
- Follow throughWe respond to IRCC and advise on next steps, including judicial review.
Inadmissibility questions
Impaired driving is now treated as serious criminality, so you may be inadmissible. Depending on timing, options may include individual rehabilitation or a temporary resident permit.
An application showing you are rehabilitated and unlikely to reoffend. You can apply once at least five years have passed since the end of your sentence, including probation.
A permit that lets an inadmissible person enter or stay in Canada for a specific reason and period, when the need outweighs the risk.
A letter from an officer explaining a concern, such as possible misrepresentation, and giving you a chance to respond before a decision. Your response is critical.
A finding of misrepresentation can bar you from applying for five years.
Official sources: IRCC: Overcome criminal convictions
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