Understanding Canadian immigration admissibility and enforcement
Some people aren’t allowed to enter or remain in Canada (meaning they’re inadmissible), because they don’t meet admissibility requirements under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. There are different reasons we may not let people into Canada, such as medical, criminal or security reasons.
Reasons you may not be able to enter CanadaWhat you can do if you were found to be inadmissible to Canada
Enter or stay in Canada temporarily with a compelling reason
If you have a compelling reason (including being a victim of human trafficking or family violence), you may be able to apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP)
Overcoming criminal convictions
How you may be allowed to come to Canada if you have been convicted of a crime
Authorization to return to Canada (ARC)
What to do if you want to return to Canada after previously receiving a removal order
Appeal your immigration decision
Make an immigration appeal to the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada
If you’re convicted of impaired driving
You usually can’t enter Canada if you’ve been convicted of impaired driving. This is because you may be inadmissible for serious criminality.
Find out how to enter Canada temporarily or overcome your inadmissibility.
What happens when you break immigration rules
Breaking the rules as an immigrant can cause you to lose your status and be removed from Canada.
Consequences of unauthorized work
It’s illegal to work in Canada without proper authorization. Understand the conditions of your work permit.
Revoking Canadian citizenship
Reasons why your citizenship can be taken away
Consequences of fraud
Submitting false documents, lying on an application or cheating on a citizenship test has serious consequences.
How immigration laws are enforced in Canada
Different departments and agencies are responsible for carrying out and enforcing immigration laws in Canada.
Enforcing immigration laws in Canada
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) may arrest, detain, monitor and remove foreign nationals who are not allowed to remain in Canada.
Immigration detention reviews and admissibility hearings
How the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) conducts hearings and detention reviews
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How immigration screening works
Who screens your application and how to check the status of your application