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Within the last two weeks, the Canadian government has introduced travel restrictions for certain individuals, preventing them from entering Canada.
Immigration Canada (IRCC) has also implemented changes to policy and procedures regarding pending and future applications.
The IRCC is still currently operating and processing applications, while the IAD (Immigration Appeal Division, IRB (Immigration Refugee Board), and Federal Court have postponed hearings until further notice. The CBSA have also postponed removals for individuals who were issued removal orders.
To learn more on the policy changes and how it affects your pending or future application, please visit IRCC's dedicated webpages which highlight the policies across all application types.
If you can enter or leave Canada, what to do if your status is already expired or is expiring soon
If you’re applying or already applied for permanent residence, if your application has been approved, or withdrawing your application
If you just immigrated to Canada or you’re already a permanent resident and need to travel urgently
Making a refugee claim in Canada, information for sponsors and refugees overseas waiting to be resettled
If you applied for citizenship, need proof of citizenship, travel and work abroad, adopted a child from abroad, or take part in citizenship celebrations
Find out about urgent passport or travel document services and how to apply inside or outside Canada
For more information, contact our firm. Toll-free: 1.888.595.9596.
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