Refusals & Appeals

Did you apply for a Canadian visa and your application was refused? Then you probably would have received a Canada refusal letter. This can really be frustrating to know that your visa application was refused.

Worry not – Canada Visa could be yours and you could be on the right track for achieving quality life, having delicious Langar at a Gurudwara in Brampton and playing ice hockey in your free time. Do not give up hope just because your visa got refused – it may go through soon.

Visa Rejections and COVID-19

During the Coronavirus outbreak, visitor visa may be refused as the Canadian borders are temporarily closed. Students , permanent residents , workers, and citizens are still allowed to enter Canada. Family sponsorship applications are still being processed if you are within Canada! If you need help re-applying or submitting a refusal waiver, we can help!

Please don’t panic, If you get a letter in the mail or an email from Canada Immigration advising you that your application for Canadian immigration was refused. You do have options:

• You may be eligible to appeal against your Canadian Application Refusal to the Federal Court within a certain period of time after you were notified.
• You may be eligible to appeal against your Immigration Application Refusal to the Immigration Adjudication Division (IAD) within a certain period of after your application was refused by Canada Immigration.
• You may be able to make a request for Restoration to the Case Processing Centre (CPC).

It is important that if your immigration application was refused, you act very quickly. There are strict deadlines that must be followed in order to secure your rights.

Sample Appeal Letter for Canada Visa Refusal

If you were denied a Canada visa you can send in an appeal letter for the government to reassess your case. We highly recommend only having an immigration professional help you with this step to avoid any possible mistakes and ensure the best chance for approval. 

In an appeal letter you want to include the following:

1. The date and address of the embassy
2. Personal details and current address
3. The date your Canadian application was rejected
4. The main body of the appeal letter to include why they refused your application, why you believe that they made a mistake with their decision, and prove their decision was wrong.
5. Travel history and previous visas
6. Reasons why you wanted a Canadian visa
7. Create a sense of urgency
8. Hand Signature
9. Include all the required documents in attachment to the appeal letter

Which Option is Right for You?

It depends on many factors like the nature of the case. For instance, is it a Skilled Worker Application, Sponsorship Application or Visa refusal? And it also depends on where the Canadian immigration application was filed. Was your Canadian immigration application filed within Canada or at a Canadian consulate or embassy outside of Canada?

You may have options to appeal your case, re-apply or get it resolved though government channels. The key is to act quickly before your appeal rights are terminated.

Why Did My Canadian Immigration Application Get Refused?

Generally, refusals for immigration applications do not just happen. When applications for Canadian immigration are submitted, an immigration officer reviews it and decides on whether it should be approved or denied. The officer uses guidelines for making decisions on cases. These guidelines are found in the Immigration Regulations as well as Immigration Manuals. When applications do not meet the various standards and criteria set out in the Immigration Regulations and Manuals, then the likely result is a refusal. However, in many cases, Canadian immigration officers make mistakes in their decisions. They often are too strict in their interpretation of the guidelines or they simply fail to review all the documentation and information in an application. Sometimes applicants are called for a personal interview and the immigration officer does not believe the applicant is credible or trustworthy.

Whatever the reason for the refusal, it is important to act very quickly once you are notified that your case was denied. You should then seek out a qualified and experienced Canadian immigration lawyer who is licensed. If your case has merit, then an Immigration Appeal should be considered.

If I Was Refused, Where Do I Go From Here?

There are many issues involved in properly handling a Canadian immigration refusal. A qualified Canadian immigration lawyer should be able to assess your immigration application refusal and answer the following questions about your case:

• Are you are eligible to appeal the negative immigration decision?
• How long do you have to file your appeal? For example, do you have 15, 30 or 60 days after being notified of the refusal?
• What Canadian immigration court should you file the Appeal? Is it the Federal Court of Canada or the IAD?
• What procedure is involved in filing and processing the Immigration Appeal? What steps have to be taken?
• How long is it going to take? When should I expect a result?
• What are the chances of success of the Immigration Appeal?

If your immigration application was refused, then contact AMYGRATION right away. Delaying could mean that you will lose your appeal rights. You need to be quick.