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  • May 15, 2025

    Been Removed from Canada? Here’s What You Need to Know About ARC

    If you've been deported, issued a removal order, or asked to leave Canada under less-than-ideal circumstances, coming back isn’t as simple as buying a plane ticket. Whether you overstayed your visa, breached the conditions of your permit, or had a criminal record that made you inadmissible — [...]

  • May 13, 2025

    How to Handle a Procedural Fairness Letter from IRCC

    When you’re navigating the Canadian immigration process, few things are more stressful than receiving a procedural fairness letter (PFL). It’s the kind of notice that can make any applicant anxious — and for good reason. If you’ve received a procedural fairness letter from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship [...]

  • May 10, 2025

    Why Express Entry Is Getting Tougher — And What You Can Do About It

    We understand just how frustrating it has become for many skilled workers trying to immigrate to Canada through the Express Entry system. You’ve worked hard to build your profile, gain experience, and reach the CRS score you thought would be enough — only to watch the cut-offs [...]

  • May 8, 2025

    Work in Canada Without a Job Offer? Yes — With an Open Work Permit!

    At Akrami & Associates, we know many people believe you must have a Canadian job offer to qualify for a work permit. But here’s the truth: You don’t always need one. There’s something called an open work permit — and if you qualify, it gives you incredible [...]

  • May 2, 2025

    Planning to Visit Canada in 2025? Here’s What You Must Know About the Canada Visitor Visa (TRV)

    Are you planning a dream trip to Canada in 2025 — whether it’s to explore our stunning landscapes, reunite with family, or attend important business meetings? If so, you probably need a Canada visitor visa, also known as a Temporary Resident Visa (TRV). But here’s the truth [...]

  • April 30, 2025

    Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) Applications for Canadian PR

    If you're in Canada without status or don't qualify for other immigration programs but face hardship if forced to leave, the Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) application may be the best option for you. Though H&C applications are complex and not a guaranteed path to permanent residency (PR), [...]