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Common Inadmissibility Issues Explained
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Criminal Inadmissibility
A criminal record in any country can make you inadmissible to Canada. This includes DUI, assault, drug offences, fraud, and dangerous driving - even if the conviction was spent or pardoned in your home country.
Criminal Offences That Trigger Inadmissibility
- •DUI/DWI - Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs
- •Assault - Simple or serious, with or without weapons
- •Fraud - Theft, identity theft, credit card fraud, bad cheques
- •Drug Offences - Possession, distribution, trafficking of controlled substances
- •Reckless/Dangerous Driving - Risk to public safety
- •Sexual Offences - Any conviction related to sexual abuse or exploitation
Special Circumstances
- •Performing artists/entertainers with criminal records
- •Airline staff and personnel with security concerns
- •Hunters/fishers traveling to Canada with inadmissibility
- •Cross-border traders with prior violations
- •People transiting through Canada
- •Those charged with crimes in Canada
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Inadmissibility cases are high stakes. One misstep can permanently bar you. ICL handles these with expertise and discretion.
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Detention & Removal Orders
If detained at border, ICL provides guidance on appeal rights, removal order challenges, and authorization to return proceedings.
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Immigration Appeals
Appeals to the Immigration Appeal Division when an officer makes an improper or unwarranted decision on your application.
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Professional written opinions to support TRP applications or overcome specific inadmissibility grounds.
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Refugee & Protected Person Claims
If you fear persecution based on race, religion, political opinion, nationality, or membership in a social group.
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Citizenship Issues
Citizenship applications, refusals, and revocations. Passport application support.
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Corporate Immigration Compliance
Ensure employers meet Temporary Foreign Worker Program requirements and stay fully compliant with regulations.
Protect Yourself
Avoiding Immigration Fraud & Scams
Common Fraud Types
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Fake Government Officials
Callers claiming to be IRCC officials demanding fees or threatening deportation.
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Fraudulent Emails & Websites
Phishing emails asking for passwords, banking info, or personal data.
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Fake Agents & Lawyers
Unregistered 'consultants' offering false services at reduced fees.
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Fake Job/Prize Offers
Scammers posing as employers or claiming you've won a prize.
How to Stay Safe
✓ Never share passwords, PINs, or banking info unless you initiated contact
✓ Verify official websites before entering personal information
✓ Check that immigration representatives are IRCC-authorized
✓ IRCC never demands payment over phone or via prepaid cards
✓ Call IRCC directly to verify any urgent claims
✓ Report suspected fraud to Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (CAFC)
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Criminal Rehabilitation
Formal application to IRCC to be deemed rehabilitated after a criminal conviction abroad. Required if 5+ years have passed since sentence completion. ICL prepares comprehensive rehabilitation packages.
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Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
Permission to enter Canada despite inadmissibility for a specific, compelling reason. Valid for up to 3 years. Allows travel, work, study, or family visits despite previous barriers.
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Procedural Fairness Letter
When IRCC plans to refuse your application, they issue a PFL. ICL prepares thorough, compelling responses that address all concerns raised by the immigration officer.
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Humanitarian & Compassionate
H&C applications for people who don't qualify under standard streams but have compelling personal circumstances. Requires detailed storytelling and supporting evidence.
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GCMS Notes & Case Review
Request your full IRCC case file to understand why a decision was made - essential for planning next steps. Available through our Store with professional analysis.
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Judicial Review Referral
If IRCC made a legal error, ICL can refer your case to trusted legal partners for Federal Court judicial review as a last resort. Expensive but can overturn unlawful decisions.
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