Frequently asked questions

That is what the first consultation is for. We review your education, work history, language ability, family and goals, then explain the routes that are realistic for you and the ones that are not.

Bring your passport details, education and work history, language test results if you have them, and any past immigration applications or refusal letters. A short note on your goal is enough to start.

Yes. We meet clients online, wherever they live. We work in English, Ukrainian, Russian, Turkish and French.

You can apply on your own. A licensed consultant helps you choose the right program, avoid errors that cause delays or refusals, and respond if the officer has concerns. Only licensed consultants, lawyers and Quebec notaries may legally charge for immigration advice or representation.

Search the public register of the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants. Tamara Konoval’s licence number is R711465.

It depends on the program, the country you apply from and the volume IRCC is handling. IRCC publishes current processing times. At your consultation we give you a realistic estimate for your case and tell you what you can do to avoid delays.

We work on fixed fees that are agreed with you in writing before any work begins. The table on this page shows 2027 starting prices.

Government fees, biometrics, medical exams, police certificates, language tests, credential assessments, translations, courier costs and applicable taxes are paid separately. Government fees are paid directly to the government.

Yes. A written service agreement sets out what we will do, what it costs and when payments are due. Please read it before you sign and ask about anything unclear.

No. Only the immigration officer decides, and no one can promise an outcome. A person who guarantees approval is a warning sign. What we can do is assess your chances honestly and prepare the strongest application.

Express Entry is the online system for the Federal Skilled Worker, Federal Skilled Trades and Canadian Experience Class programs. You create a profile and receive a score. IRCC holds regular draws and invites top-ranked candidates to apply, and you then have 60 days to submit your application.

The Comprehensive Ranking System scores your age, education, language ability, work experience and other factors. Higher language test results, a credential assessment, more skilled work experience and a provincial nomination can raise it. We review your profile and tell you which steps matter most.

Provinces and territories nominate people who fit their labour market and population needs. Some streams require a job offer and some do not, and most need a connection to the province. After nomination you apply to IRCC for permanent residence.

Often yes. Skilled work experience in Canada can qualify you for the Canadian Experience Class, and many provincial streams favour people who already live and work there. The best route depends on your occupation, your language level and how long your permit lasts.

Canadian citizens and permanent residents who meet the requirements can sponsor a spouse or partner, dependent children, and in some cases parents and grandparents. Other relatives can be sponsored only in limited situations. The sponsor signs an undertaking to support the sponsored person.

Sometimes. Partners of some workers and students can apply for an open work permit, and some sponsored partners can work while their application is processed. These rules change, so we check what applies to you.

Many employer-specific work permits need a Labour Market Impact Assessment, which the employer applies for. Others are exempt, including CUSMA, intra-company transfers, International Experience Canada and some open work permits.

Graduates of eligible programs at designated learning institutions can apply, usually within 180 days of receiving final marks. The length of the permit generally depends on the length of your program. Eligibility rules have changed in recent years, so check before you finish your studies.

You need a letter of acceptance from a designated learning institution, proof of funds, your identity documents and a clear explanation of your study plan. Some provinces also require an attestation letter. We prepare the letter of explanation and review your funds.

Yes, but a student under the age of majority in the province where they study needs a custodian in Canada. We help families with custodianship, including a custodianship declaration and arrangements for accommodation.

Yes, but reapplying with the same documents usually gives the same result. Read the refusal letter, address each concern with new evidence and, if needed, ask for the officer’s notes before you reapply.

You may be inadmissible, even for an offence that happened long ago. Depending on the offence, the sentence and how much time has passed, options include a Temporary Resident Permit, deemed rehabilitation or criminal rehabilitation. We review your documents and tell you which applies.

Start with the refusal reasons and the officer’s notes. Depending on the reason, you may reapply with stronger evidence, respond to a fairness letter or ask for a review. Challenging a decision in Federal Court is handled by lawyers. Do not reapply until you understand the reason, because repeated weak applications can hurt your case.

Most adult permanent residents must have been physically present in Canada for at least 1,095 days in the five years before applying. You must also meet tax filing, language and knowledge test requirements. Children and some other applicants follow different rules.

Yes. Permanent residents must be physically present in Canada for at least 730 days in every five-year period. Time outside Canada can put your status at risk, and a decision to remove it can be appealed. If you are worried about your days in Canada, speak to us before you travel or renew your card.