Inadmissibility
Facing issues with inadmissibility to Canada? Inadmissibility occurs when an individual is barred from entering or remaining in Canada due to certain legal, medical, criminal or financial reasons. It can affect permanent residents, temporary residents, and visitors. Understanding the reason is critical in choosing the right solution.
Reasons for Inadmissibility
Medical Inadmissibility
Arises when an individual has a health condition that could pose a risk to public health or safety, or cause excessive demand on Canadian health or social services.
Criminal Inadmissibility
Applies to individuals with past convictions in Canada or abroad, including serious criminality or issues flagged in a Section A 44 report.
Financial Inadmissibility
Occurs when an applicant cannot demonstrate the ability to support themselves and their dependents, or has outstanding debt to the Canadian government.
Options for Overcoming Criminal Inadmissibility
There are several legal pathways to overcome inadmissibility, depending on the severity of the offense and the time passed since the sentence was completed.
Legal Pathways
Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
Allows an individual who is otherwise inadmissible to enter or remain in Canada temporarily for specific purposes. It does not remove inadmissibility permanently.
Criminal Rehabilitation
A process to permanently overcome criminal inadmissibility. Eligible applicants must wait a certain period after completing all sentences and provide evidence of rehabilitation.
Deemed Rehabilitation
Occurs automatically for certain less serious offences if a sufficient waiting period has passed. Eliminates the need for a separate rehabilitation application.
Admissibility Hearing
An administrative process where you can challenge your inadmissibility before an immigration officer or the IRB. The outcome can influence decisions on permanent residence or removal orders.
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