Final Thoughts on Entry Into Canada...

It’s important to note that only Canadian lawyers, consultants, or notaries can represent a client for compensation before the Canadian immigration service. Some U.S. firms have attorneys admitted to the Canadian bar. Other firms partner with Canadian attorneys so that Americans have the comfort of an American attorney managing their case while still adhering to Canadian rules.

THE UPSHOT

If there is any possibility a person with a prior conviction will one day enter Canada, it’s wise to get all the documentation in order sooner, rather than later. Moreover, starting now will ensure peace of mind that your vacation or business trip is not quashed at the border. So get your ducks in a row, before you wish to hunt them and get ready to visit our closest neighbor to the north, Canada.

ABOUT CHAUDHARY LAW OFFICE:

An avid outdoorsman, Satveer Chaudhary, Esq. is the owner of Chaudhary Law Office since 2000, practicing immigration, non-profit, family, and criminal law in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. Not licensed to practice law in Canada, Chaudhary Law Office has qualified attorney associates who can help overcome Canadian inadmissibility.

Contact Us From Anywhere in the U.S.

(952)525-2285 ♦ satveer@chaudharylawoffice.com

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Satveer Chaudhary is the founding lawyer of Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC.  In practice over 10 years Chaudhary brings 14 years of legislative experience as a State Senator and Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives to each and every case

Satveer S. Chaudhary is a lifelong sportsman and former wildlife and conservation policy- maker. As an attorney, he represents hunting and fishing organizations, businesses, individual hunters and anglers, and serves on the board of Safari Club International. He has worked in a variety of capacities with National Association of Sportsmen Caucuses, NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. He knows the law because he helped make it.

The information provided is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as and does not constitute legal advice. Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC does not seek to represent you based upon your review of this brochure. You should not make legal hiring decisions based merely upon brochures, advertising or other promotional materials.

Temporary Resident Permits: Are They The Answer To Travel To Canada?

Once a Temporary Resident Permit is granted, it must be updated every 6 months to 1 year. However it is not permanent, and there are significant non-refundable processing fees associated with Temporary Resident Permits. Not surprisingly, higher fees correspond to cases involving more serious criminal issues.

However, there are times that the trip of a lifetime presents itself, or you need to travel to Canada on business. In that instance one can apply for Deemed or Streamlined Rehabilitation at the Canadian ports of entry. However, submitting an application for rehabilitation doesn’t guarantee that the request will be approved. Should you wish to apply, you must bring all supporting documents to a port of entry during regular business hours. If you live near Seattle, International Falls, Detroit, or Buffalo this may make sense, but it’s risky to travel a great distance and chance this means of entry.  

If a person somehow enters Canada and decides to retroactively apply for a temporary permit, they may be asked to leave the country. Regardless, if one is caught in Canada and is found to have been inadmissible in the first place, that person risks deportation and future denials of entry. 

Contact Us From Anywhere in the U.S.

(952)525-2285 ♦ satveer@chaudharylawoffice.com

www.sportsmanlawyers.com

www.chaudharylawoffice.com

Free consultation

Satveer Chaudhary is the founding lawyer of Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC.  In practice over 10 years Chaudhary brings 14 years of legislative experience as a State Senator and Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives to each and every case

Satveer S. Chaudhary is a lifelong sportsman and former wildlife and conservation policy- maker. As an attorney, he represents hunting and fishing organizations, businesses, individual hunters and anglers, and serves on the board of Safari Club International. He has worked in a variety of capacities with National Association of Sportsmen Caucuses, NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. He knows the law because he helped make it.

The information provided is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as and does not constitute legal advice. Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC does not seek to represent you based upon your review of this brochure. You should not make legal hiring decisions based merely upon brochures, advertising or other promotional materials.

Getting Help With Red Tape: Entry Denials For Hunters Into Canada

PROCESSING PROBLEMS

Sound easy enough? Well there are several ways to get into Canada, even with a few blemishes in one’s legal record, but the short answer is that there is no short and easy way to do it. Required court documents may be difficult to obtain, and Canada typically requires them for review. Proof of sentences being completed is critical, for which copies of all complaints, orders, sentences, restitution, and probationary documents are ideal. Most lay people are reluctant to attempt such an endeavor on their own.

GETTING HELP

Immigration systems can be complex and bureaucratic. Forms must be completed properly and supporting documentation assembled according to requirements. Incomplete documentation will result in returned applications and yet further delays. So sometimes it helps to “turf it off” to those with experience in these matters. Where a person has a number of convictions, the convictions or charges are somewhat recent, documents can’t be found, or it just seems over your head, a lawyer can be of use.

Chancing it at the border is absolutely not recommended, particularly for those driving long distances.

Contact Us From Anywhere in the U.S.

(952)525-2285 ♦ satveer@chaudharylawoffice.com

www.sportsmanlawyers.com

www.chaudharylawoffice.com

Free consultation

Satveer Chaudhary is the founding lawyer of Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC.  In practice over 10 years Chaudhary brings 14 years of legislative experience as a State Senator and Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives to each and every case

Satveer S. Chaudhary is a lifelong sportsman and former wildlife and conservation policy- maker. As an attorney, he represents hunting and fishing organizations, businesses, individual hunters and anglers, and serves on the board of Safari Club International. He has worked in a variety of capacities with National Association of Sportsmen Caucuses, NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. He knows the law because he helped make it.

The information provided is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as and does not constitute legal advice. Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC does not seek to represent you based upon your review of this brochure. You should not make legal hiring decisions based merely upon brochures, advertising or other promotional materials.

Getting Help With Red Tape: Entry Denials For Hunters Into Canada

PROCESSING PROBLEMS
Sound easy enough? Well there are several ways to get into Canada, even with a few blemishes in one’s legal record, but the short answer is that there is no short and easy way to do it. Required court documents may be difficult to obtain, and Canada typically requires them for review. Proof of sentences being completed is critical, for which copies of all complaints, orders, sentences, restitution, and probationary documents are ideal. Most lay people are reluctant to attempt such an endeavor on their own.

GETTING HELP

Immigration systems can be complex and bureaucratic. Forms must be completed properly and supporting documentation assembled according to requirements. Incomplete documentation will result in returned applications and yet further delays. So sometimes it helps to “turf it off” to those with experience in these matters. Where a person has a number of convictions, the convictions or charges are somewhat recent, documents can’t be found, or it just seems over your head, a lawyer can be of use.

Chancing it at the border is absolutely not recommended, particularly for those driving long distances.

Contact Us From Anywhere in the U.S.

(952)525-2285 ♦ satveer@chaudharylawoffice.com

www.sportsmanlawyers.com

www.chaudharylawoffice.com

Free consultation

Satveer Chaudhary is the founding lawyer of Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC.  In practice over 10 years Chaudhary brings 14 years of legislative experience as a State Senator and Member of the Minnesota House of Representatives to each and every case

Satveer S. Chaudhary is a lifelong sportsman and former wildlife and conservation policy- maker. As an attorney, he represents hunting and fishing organizations, businesses, individual hunters and anglers, and serves on the board of Safari Club International. He has worked in a variety of capacities with National Association of Sportsmen Caucuses, NRA, Ducks Unlimited, and Pheasants Forever. He knows the law because he helped make it.

The information provided is offered for informational purposes only. It is not offered as and does not constitute legal advice. Chaudhary Law Office, PLLC does not seek to represent you based upon your review of this brochure. You should not make legal hiring decisions based merely upon brochures, advertising or other promotional materials.