An immigration refusal or removal order can feel like the end of the road. It often is not, but the window to act is short. Deadlines in immigration law are strict, and missing them can close off options permanently.
Whether you have received a visa refusal, a negative refugee determination, a removal order, or a sponsorship refusal, understanding your options quickly is essential. Immigration decisions come with timelines that cannot be ignored.
Act immediately, deadlines are strict
Immigration appeal deadlines are among the strictest in Canadian law. For many decisions, you have as little as 15 to 30 days to file an appeal. After that window closes, your options become significantly more limited. If you received a refusal or removal order, contact us as soon as possible, even if you are not sure what you want to do yet.
Behind every refusal letter is a person's life, a family separated, a career interrupted, a home in uncertainty. We understand that immigration matters are not abstract legal exercises. They affect real people in profound ways.
Our role is to help you understand your options clearly, without false promises, and to support you in taking the steps that give your situation the best possible chance.
Tell us what happened
Submit your free intake and describe the immigration decision you received, when you received it, and what your situation looks like.
We review your matter
A representative will contact you to discuss the decision, identify whether an appeal or other remedy is available, and explain the timeline you are working with.
We advise on your best path
We will tell you honestly what your options are, what each option involves, and what is realistic given your circumstances.
We act quickly
If you decide to proceed, we move quickly to meet any applicable deadlines while building the strongest possible case for your situation.
It depends on the type of visa and the grounds for refusal. Some refusals can be appealed to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD). Others may be subject to judicial review at the Federal Court. In some cases, the best option is a new application with stronger supporting evidence. We can help you understand which path applies to your situation.
A removal order requires you to leave Canada. There are three types: departure orders, exclusion orders, and deportation orders, each with different consequences. Ignoring a removal order is serious and can result in arrest and forced removal, as well as bans on returning to Canada. If you have received a removal order, act quickly.
Deadlines in immigration matters are strict and vary by the type of decision. For example, an appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division typically must be filed within 30 days of receiving the decision. Missing a deadline can eliminate your right to appeal entirely. Contact us as soon as possible after receiving a refusal or order.
Licensed paralegals can assist with certain immigration matters and work alongside regulated immigration consultants and lawyers. We can help assess your situation, explain your options, and refer you to the appropriate regulated representative for your specific matter.
Sponsorship refusals can sometimes be appealed to the Immigration Appeal Division. The IAD considers both legal grounds and humanitarian and compassionate considerations. These appeals are time-sensitive, so it is important to act quickly after receiving the refusal.
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