Individuals deemed inadmissible to Canada may have options to address their situation and regain eligibility for entry or residency. Inadmissibility can occur in two main ways: denial of entry, where a visa is refused due to reasons such as criminality, medical issues, misrepresentation, or security risks; and impact on permanent residency (PR) applications, which can prevent individuals from obtaining or retaining PR status for similar reasons, including failure to meet residency obligations.
A temporary resident permit allows inadmissible individuals to enter or remain in Canada for a specific purpose if their presence is deemed justified. Temporary resident permits are issued at the discretion of immigration officers when the benefits of the applicant’s stay outweigh the risks of their inadmissibility. A temporary resident permit is usually issued for the length of your visit to Canada—for example, one week to attend a conference. This permit may be cancelled by an officer at any time
Individuals who have previously been removed from Canada and wish to return must apply for an Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC). This application demonstrates why the applicant should be allowed back and how the circumstances that led to their removal have changed. If you were removed from Canada because you were accompanying a family member who was removed from Canada, you do not need an ARC to enter Canada.
A removal order is issued when an individual is required to leave Canada due to non-compliance with immigration laws. There are three types of removal orders issued by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). These are Departure Orders, Exclusion Orders, and Deportation Orders.
A Procedural Fairness Letter (PFL) is issued when Canadian immigration authorities identify a potential issue that could affect an immigration application. This letter provides the applicant with an opportunity to respond and submit additional evidence or explanations to address the concerns raised. For example, a PFL could be issued if a visitor visa application is refused due to concerns such as insufficient proof of ties to the applicant’s home country or the risk of overstaying in Canada
