Visiting Canada this summer if you have a criminal record Individuals who have a criminal record may be at risk of being found criminally inadmissible to Canada—something which can deny them a visitor visa and entry into the country. However, those with a criminal record needn’t lose hope, as the government of Canada offers a few pathways to overcome criminal inadmissibility. Schedule a Free Legal […] By Daniel Levy
How to overcome serious criminality to enter Canada Serious offences may deem someone inadmissible to Canada or subject to a removal order. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) deem offences as serious criminality based on maximum imposable sentences in Canada. By Julia Hornstein
Three ways to overcome your criminal inadmissibility to Canada Criminal inadmissibility can be one of the leading barriers to entry for foreign nationals looking to enter Canada. By Vimal Sivakumar
Can I come to Canada on a hunting and fishing trip with a criminal record? Canada is a popular destination for hunting and fishing enthusiasts due to the country’s diverse natural landscape and wide variety of wildlife and terrain. Many thousands of US citizens and residents choose to come to Canada annually for hunting and fishing trips. Individuals with a criminal record – however – can face issues at the […] By Julia Hornstein
Overcoming a cannabis conviction to enter Canada In order to understand foreign cannabis convictions, you must determine whether they have an equivalent in Canadian law. Some foreign convictions that are no longer illegal in Canada, such as possession of limited amounts of cannabis, should not be a problem. By Julia Hornstein
Canada has lifted COVID-19 vaccine mandates for all travellers including those with criminal records As of October 1, Canada has lifted all COVID-19 related travel restrictions This means unvaccinated travellers will now be allowed to enter Canada from abroad without requiring a test or needing to complete a quarantine. By Edana Robitaille
Inadmissibility: How to transit through Canada If you are a foreign national who has been arrested or convicted of a criminal offence, you may be considered criminally inadmissible to Canada. Even if you are only in transit through Canada and not plan to stay in the country, being criminally inadmissible can pose problems to travelers. By Julia Hornstein
Can I visit Canada with a DUI? Under Canadian immigration law, a conviction relating to operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol can render someone criminally inadmissible to Canada. A DUI is considered serious criminality By Julia Hornstein
Frequently Asked Questions on Inadmissibility to Canada Before entering Canada, the country has admissibility requirements that each foreign national must meet. Such requirements include passing a criminal background check and undergoing medical examinations. By Julia Hornstein
