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We smooth the way to Canada and the United States for employees, families and individuals.

Personal Immigration

People want to travel or move to Canada or the United States for many reasons - for work, for vacation, for study or to join their family. Understanding immigration law can be challenging and confusing. A mistake on your application, not sending an important document or forgetting to submit an application fee can cost you time and money - and can result in your immigration application being denied.

We smooth your way to new opportunities in Canada and the United States.

For Work. For Family. For Life.


FAQs

Do You Need a Tourist Visa to Visit Canada?

Whether you need a visitor visa, an electronic travel authorization (eTA) or only a valid passport depends on your citizenship, travel document and how you will enter Canada. For example, many visa-exempt travellers need an eTA when flying to Canada but not when arriving by land or sea. Ackah Law can help determine whether you require a Temporary Resident Visa, an eTA or another entry document.

What Documentation Should Visitors Bring to the Canadian Border?

Visitors should carry a valid passport or travel document and a valid visitor visa when one is required. An eTA is electronically linked to the passport used to apply, so a printed approval is not normally required.

Travellers should also be prepared to show evidence of their visit’s purpose and duration, sufficient funds, accommodation arrangements and plans to leave Canada. An invitation letter or return ticket may also be helpful, depending on the circumstances. Ackah Law can advise on the documents appropriate for a specific trip.

How Long Can a Visitor Stay in Canada?

Most visitors can stay in Canada for up to six months, but the border services officer determines the authorized period at entry. The officer may permit a shorter or longer stay and record the departure date in the traveller’s passport or on a visitor record.

If no specific date is provided, the authorized stay is generally six months from the date of entry, subject to the expiry of the traveller’s passport or biometrics.

Can I Extend My Stay as a Visitor in Canada?

Yes. To stay longer, a visitor must apply online for a visitor record before their current status expires. IRCC recommends applying at least 30 days before the authorized stay ends.

Someone who applies before their status expires can generally remain in Canada with maintained status until IRCC makes a decision. A visitor record extends the authorized stay but is not a visa and does not guarantee re-entry after leaving Canada. Ackah Law can assist with a timely and complete visitor extension application.

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Corporate Immigration

We practice immigration law exclusively and provide comprehensive expertise in all areas of Canadian and United States immigration law. Our innovative legal practice combines professional knowledge, personal attention, and supportive advice to help meet your cross-border business goals. With knowledge and expertise, we navigate complex Canadian and U.S. immigration rules and regulations to solve problems and remove obstacles, before you get to the border.

Immigration law is becoming more complex and challenging every day. Immigration applications can be refused due to minor oversights and omissions that can delay or negatively impact your business or family reunification plans. Not using a lawyer can be putting your business and your family at risk.

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Canada Work Permits

Work Permits are required for foreign nationals who want to work during their time in Canada. Canadian Work Permits are issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) ...

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Inadmissibility Issues and Waivers

Known for its friendliness, Canada nonetheless does have policies that allow it to effectively deny admission for those it deems a risk or threat. Inadmissibility to Canada for criminal ...

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How to Move to Canada

Canada Immigration Services Ackah Business Immigration Law provides comprehensive expertise in all areas of immigration law and advice on how to move to Canada and the United ...

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Canadian Citizenship

Canadian citizenship gives you additional rights, benefits and protections that are not available to Canada Permanent Residents, including the right to vote and the right to hold ...

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Study in Canada

Canada is viewed as safe and immigrant-friendly and Canadian universities are actively recruiting international students Generally, a foreign national who intends to study in ...

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Family Class: Spousal Sponsorship

Canada immigration places a high priority on family reunification and keeping families intact. Canada’s Family Class Sponsorship Program reunites families by allowing adult ...

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Temporary Foreign Worker

The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) allows an employer to hire foreign workers to fill temporary labour and skill shortages. If you are someone who is about to head to Canada ...

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Business Travel to Canada

Foreign nationals come to Canada for many professional and business travel reasons:Professional conference or meetingsEducational opportunitiesExploring new business opportunities ...

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Compliance and HR Audits

Ackah Business Immigration Law can assist you to prepare for a Compliance Review/Inspection and ensure that your organization complies with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship ...

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Tourist / Visitor Entry to Canada

Canadian Visas are required for certain people entering Canada on business or as a tourist or visitor for tourism. Only U.S. citizens do not require a Visa or what is known as an eTA (Electronic ...

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Business Immigration to Canada

Recruiting and relocating international workers takes time and planning. Ackah Business Immigration Law practices cross-border business immigration and will work closely with ...

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Canada Work Permit

How Do I Get a Canadian Work Permit? Work permits are required for any foreign nationals who want to work during their temporary term in Canada. These are issued by Immigration, Refugees ...

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Calculate Your Express Entry Score

Are you qualified to move to Canada? Try our free Express Entry Calculator Express Entry is Canada's skilled-worker immigration application process for high-skilled foreign workers ...

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I had the pleasure of working with Ackah Law when a Calgary based organization offered me an opportunity to work in the USA. They recommended Ackah Law to help me to obtain a USA work visa. I cannot speak highly enough of my experience working with Ackah Law. They educated me on the visa application process. They were clear and thorough in explaining the documentation I would need to provide and prepared me for the interview that was a critical step in gaining entry into the USA. The team at Ackah Law provided excellent support throughout the entire process. They answered any questions I had and provided me with materials and resources to help me feel confident and prepared for the interview. On the day of the interview, I felt confident and ready thanks to Ackah Law's guidance and support and I was granted the work visa without any issues. Overall, I am grateful to Ackah Law for their invaluable support, knowledge, and experience. They invested their time in preparing me to ensure a successful outcome. I highly recommend Ackah Law to anyone seeking legal services for immigration-related matters. Thank you, Ackah Law!

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