Immigration Q&A

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Refugee Claims / Asylum & PRRA

Can you be deported while waiting for asylum?

If you have made a refugee claim in Canada, you generally cannot be deported while waiting for a decision, but removal may occur if your claim is rejected and no other options remain.

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Refugee Refugee Claims / Asylum & PRRA Travel While In Process

Who cannot apply for asylum?

Certain people cannot apply for asylum in Canada, such as those who have already been recognized as refugees elsewhere or who must claim asylum in a safe third country. Criminal or security concerns can also prevent claims.

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How to speed up asylum process?

To help speed up your asylum claim in Canada, submit complete documents, attend all hearings, and respond promptly to IRCC requests. Consulting a licensed immigration professional can provide personalized support.

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Processing Times Refugee Refugee Claims / Asylum & PRRA

Are asylum seekers allowed to work?

Asylum seekers in Canada can apply for a work permit after 150 days from submitting their refugee claim if no decision has been made. This allows them to work legally while waiting.

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What happens to rejected asylum seekers?

If your asylum claim is rejected in Canada, you may have options to appeal or apply for risk assessments before removal. Consulting a licensed immigration professional can help clarify your situation.

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Refugee Refugee Claims / Asylum & PRRA Refusals & Appeals

How long is the current asylum wait?

Refugee claim processing times in Canada vary widely, often ranging from several months to over two years depending on case complexity and location.

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How to win a refugee case in Canada?

To succeed in a Canadian refugee claim, you must clearly demonstrate a well-founded fear of persecution with credible evidence and consistent testimony. Consulting a licensed immigration professional can help you navigate the process.

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How long do asylum seekers get money?

Asylum seekers in Canada can receive financial support while their refugee claim is processed, but the duration depends on individual circumstances and claim outcomes.

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Refusals & Appeals (IRB/IAD)

What is the key to a successful appeal?

A successful appeal hinges on presenting new evidence or legal arguments that directly address the refusal reasons, along with meeting strict deadlines and following the appeal process carefully.

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Can you appeal an immigration decision?

You can appeal some Canadian immigration decisions through the Immigration Appeal Division or the Refugee Protection Division, but not all decisions are appealable. Deadlines and eligibility vary.

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What are the 5 steps of the appeal process?

The appeal process for immigration refusals in Canada involves five key steps: receiving the refusal, filing a Notice of Appeal, preparing your case, attending the hearing, and receiving the final decision.

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How many times can you make an appeal?

You usually have one chance to appeal certain immigration refusals to the Immigration Appeal Division, with limited options after that. Deadlines and appeal rights vary by case.

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What not to say in an appeal letter?

Avoid emotional pleas, false information, or disrespectful language in your appeal letter; focus on clear, factual arguments addressing the refusal reasons.

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