Obtaining a Temporary Resident Permit in Canada

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Suppose you cannot be admitted into Canada because of criminal, security or medical reasons but need to travel to Canada for a valid reason. In that case, you might be eligible to apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) in order to gain admission. Because obtaining a TRP can be complicated, it is best to seek assistance of an Immigration lawyer.

Are You Eligible for a TRP?

In order to be eligible for a TRP, the benefits of your coming and staying in Canada must outweigh the potential safety and health risks to Canadian society posed by your entry. Reasons that might provide a higher chance of success of being granted a TRP include:

  • Business conferences
  • Networking events
  • Meeting with Canadian clients or companies to initiate or maintain economic relationships
  • Important family events such as a funeral or a wedding

When is a TRP Appropriate?

Generally, people who do not meet the requirements of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) are deemed inadmissible and can be:

  • Denied a permanent resident visa (PRV) or temporary resident visa (TRV) abroad
  • Denied an electronic travel authorization (eTA)
  • Reported inadmissible under section A44(1)
  • Permitted to withdraw their application to enter Canada at a port of entry (POE)
  • Denied processing within Canada

Although, under some circumstances, an immigration office can issue a TRP that will allow the individual who is not admissible to become a temporary resident. If their circumstances justify their entry, they will be allowed to remain in the country temporarily. TRPs give officers the freedom to balance the objectives of the IRPA to meet Canada’s social, economic, and humanitarian commitments, while still maintaining the health and security of Canadians.
When considering whether to issue a TRP or not, officers must assess several factors. These factors can include:

  • History – Such as pattern of non-compliance [A41] with the IRPA or IRPR, or a violation due to careless or flagrant disregard for the law
  • Credibility – Credibility may be assessed during the interview and is at the officer’s discretion
  • Previous removal – Has the application overcome the original grounds for removal? Do other statutory bars exist?
  • Controversy – Are elements in the applicant’s case that require a referral or consultation with the CMB?
  • Social assistance – If the foreign national decides to apply for permanent residency, is there a risk that they would need social assistance?

How Much is a TRP?

A processing and collection fee of $200 per individual will be assessed. Officers should check to make sure that they have established inadmissibility issues before collecting this fee. In fact, an office can wait until a permit is recommended to collect the fee. Keep in mind that the fee is non-refundable. There are fee exemptions for foreign nationals who are inadmissible based on prior criminality.

Do You Need Help with a TRP or Other Immigration Issues? Call Nanda & Associate Lawyers Today

Immigration issues and your legal status in Canada can cause much stress. You may be worried about your job, your finances, your clients, and even your family. We are here to help. Contact a Mississauga immigration lawyer at Nanda & Associate Lawyers today by calling (647)-951-6200 or use our online contact form. We help clients just like you of all nationalities and backgrounds and offer services in 15 different languages, including English, French, Hindi, Punjabi, Gujarati, Bangla, Chinese, Italian, Telugu, and Tamil.

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