Criminal Rehabilitation: How Long Does It Take?
IRCC advises that individual rehabilitation applications often exceed 12 months. For reliable entry timelines, apply as early as possible.
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Can I Get a TRP Before Traveling to Canada?
Individuals who are inadmissible to Canada may still be allowed entry with a Temporary Resident Permit. Applying in advance can significantly improve your chances.
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How Long Can a DUI Bar You from Canada and How to Fix It
Canada takes impaired driving offenses very seriously. If you have a DUI on your record, it can make you criminally inadmissible, preventing you from entering the country. However, your options depend largely on when your DUI occurred and whether you’re eligible for rehabilitation or a temporary resident permit (TRP). Here’s what you need to know…
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Why Dual-Licensed Lawyers Matter for Canada DUI Entry
If you’ve been deemed inadmissible to Canada due to a DUI or criminal conviction, you may be considering a Criminal Rehabilitation application or a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to regain entry. But successfully preparing and filing these applications requires more than just paperwork, it demands a deep understanding of both Canadian immigration law and U.S….
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Denied Entry to Canada Because of a DUI? How to Get Approved
Canada has strict entry requirements when it comes to criminal history, especially DUI (Driving Under the Influence) convictions. If you’ve been denied entry at the border due to a past DUI, don’t lose hope, there are pathways to gain approval for future travel. This guide outlines the key steps to determine your eligibility and successfully…
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How to Apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) for Business Travel to Canada
If you are inadmissible to Canada because of a criminal conviction or DUI, you may need to apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) to enter Canada for business travel. It is important to first determine whether you are inadmissible. A Canadian immigration lawyer can help you determine if you need to apply for a…
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How Long Does Criminal Rehabilitation Take to Allow Entry Canada?
The government of Canada routinely takes from 6 to18 months or sometimes even longer, to process an application for criminal rehabilitation. Processing time The time it takes to process an application can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the volume of applications that are being received at the consulate in your home…
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Criminal Rehabilitation: How to Permanently Overcome Inadmissibility to Canada
The way to permanently overcome inadmissibility to Canada due to a past criminal record is to apply for “Criminal Rehabilitation”. An application for Rehabilitation need’s to demonstrate that you have completed all the elements of your sentence, you have a stable lifestyle, and shows that you have a low likelihood of reoffending. It requires that…
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Traveling Through Canada with a Criminal Record or a DUI: What to Do if You Have a Layover
If you have a criminal or DUI conviction that makes you inadmissible to Canada, and you have a flight with a layover in Canada, or if you are driving to a U.S. destination but need to travel through Canada to get there, it could be problematic. Travel through the country may be possible, but you…
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DUI Convictions and Canadian Immigration: How It Impacts Future Travel Plans
An impaired driving conviction can negatively impact your ability to enter Canada, even if it was a long time ago and even if your visit is going to be short. Canada has strict immigration laws and they consider a conviction for impaired driving to be a serious criminal offense. There are ways to enter Canada…
