Why to Hire
An immigration consultant
You may be asking yourself what are the benefits of hiring an immigration authorized representative? can’t I just prepare my own application? Why should I pay someone else to do it? These are all valid questions and, of course, you are not required to hire an authorized immigration representative. However, the process of preparing and submitting an immigration application can be time-consuming and often complex. Making even what may seem like a minor error on an application or failing to submit a required document could result in delays in the processing of your application or even a refusal.
Many of our clients are those who tried to submit their application themselves and either received a refusal or had their applications returned for different reasons. A refusal doesn’t just mean more time and money, it could also result in subsequent attempts to apply to be more complicated and difficult each time.
With different ways for immigration programs available, finding the right program or path to accomplish or achieve your goal can be complex and applying to a program for which you don’t meet the requirements will only lead to a refusal. Our team is well versed in immigration law, regulations and policies and can help you determine the best program for which to apply. Our authorized representatives will learn about your specific situation, your goals and we will communicate with you to assess your situation, learn about your work and education history and provide you with professional advice and recommendations. Our representatives stay with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth and timely process from that very first consultation until you successfully land and integrate in Canada.
Who is an Regulated Canadian immigration consultant?
As of 2004, Canada requires that all consultants complete an accredited program in immigration law and ongoing education to keep consultants informed on any new developments. Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) are legally authorized representatives in good standing with the College of Immigration and Citizenship consultants (CICC). Before you hire anyone to work on your application or provide you with immigration-related advice, it is very important that you verify that they are members of the CICC. Ask your consultant for his/her RCIC number and you can look them up to ensure you’re working with someone who meets the rigorous standards of the CICC. You can do this by going to the regulatory website https://college-ic.ca. You should be aware that there are many people who are not licensed but appear to be. many scams exist, so be sure that you do not become a victim.
Why choose an immigration consultant in Canada over a local in your country of residence?
A Canadian Immigration consultant has a better understanding of different aspects of the prevailing law over a local resident consultant of some other country. A registered Canadian immigration consultant is licensed under the controlling body CICC, to represent clients at Immigration Canada. They can explain to you better about Canadian culture and how to present your case better to the authorities.
