Temporary Resident Visa

As an overseas study advisor, your role is to guide and assist students in obtaining work permits and temporary resident visas. Here are some tips that you can provide:

1. Determine your eligibility: Check the eligibility criteria for the work permit and temporary resident visa in the country where you plan to study. Make sure you meet the requirements for the type of visa you need.

2. Research the job market: Research the job market and the types of employment opportunities available in your desired field. Look for job listings and contact potential employers to learn about their hiring requirements and the application process.

3. Get a job offer: Obtain a job offer from an employer in the country where you plan to study. Make sure the job offer meets the requirements for the work permit and temporary resident visa.

4. Apply for the work permit and temporary resident visa: Follow the application process for the work permit and temporary resident visa. Make sure you submit all required documents and meet all deadlines.

5. Consult an overseas study advisor: Contact an overseas study advisor or immigration consultant who can help you navigate the application process and provide you with additional advice and support.

Remember, obtaining a work permit and temporary resident visa can be a complex process, and the requirements can vary depending on the country and the type of visa you need. It's important to do your research and work with a reputable overseas study advisor or immigration consultant to ensure that you meet all requirements and have a successful application. Additionally, make sure to seek counseling services and support from your institution to help you adjust to the new work and cultural environment.

The spousal sponsorship immigration stream is divided into outland and inland sponsorship. This means that you can apply for your spouse to have Permanent Resident status whether they are residing within or outside of Canada.

ADMISSIBILITY
Deemed Rehabilitation 

If enough time has passed since you were convicted in your home country, you may be able to prove to an Immigration Officer that the conviction no longer bars you from entering Canada. However, this option is dependent on the nature of the crime, elapsed time since serving your sentence and the number of crimes committed. Furthermore, this option is only available if the crime committed outside of Canada has a maximum prison term of less than 10 years if it would have been committed inside of Canada.

Individual Rehabilitation 

You can apply to the Minister or their delegate to grant you an individual rehabilitation. You must show the Minister that you meet the criteria for rehabilitation, have been rehabilitated and that it is highly unlikely you will take part in further crimes. Furthermore, five years must have passed since the end of your criminal sentence (including probation) and the day you committed the act that made you inadmissible.

If your applying for a work, visitor or study permit, then this application must be submitted at the same time.

If your applying for an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), then you must apply for rehabilitation before the ETA.

Record Suspension or Discharge

Individuals may be more familiar with Record Suspension or Dishcarge under the legal term “Pardon”. You must apply to the Parole Board of Canada to see if your are eligible for a Record Suspension or Discharge. You also have the option of using a pardon from another country, if it is valid. The pardon can be submitted to an Immigration Officer who will have the final discretion in determining whether you are inadmissible.

Temporary Resident Permit

A Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) allows an individual who is otherwise inadmissible to enter Canada and stay in Canada for a specified period of time.