Types of Inadmissibility
Criminal Inadmissibility
Results from criminal convictions, including DUIs, assault, theft, or other offenses. The severity and number of offenses affect options for overcoming inadmissibility. See criminal rehabilitation for the permanent solution.
Medical Inadmissibility
Results from health conditions that may cause excessive demand on Canadian health or social services. Some exemptions apply for certain immigration categories.
Financial Inadmissibility
Inability to demonstrate sufficient funds to support yourself in Canada or settle in Canada without social assistance.
Misrepresentation
Providing false information or withholding material facts in immigration applications. Results in a 5-year ban from Canada. Review our refusal analysis services if a misrepresentation finding has been made.
Options for Overcoming Inadmissibility
Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)
A temporary solution that allows entry to Canada for a specific purpose and duration despite inadmissibility. Valid from 1 day to 3 years.
Learn more →Criminal Rehabilitation
A permanent solution for criminal inadmissibility. Available if sufficient time has passed since sentence completion and you demonstrate rehabilitation.
Learn more →Authorization to Return (ARC)
Required if you received a removal order and want to return to Canada. Different requirements apply based on type of removal order.
Learn more →Deemed Rehabilitation
You may be deemed rehabilitated if enough time has passed since you completed your sentence. The required time depends on the offense:
Common Offenses
- • DUI / Impaired driving
- • Dangerous driving
- • Assault
- • Theft / Fraud
- • Drug offenses
- • Domestic violence
Important Notes
- • Canadian law determines inadmissibility, not foreign law
- • Pardons from other countries may not be recognized
- • Each case is assessed individually
- • Legal advice is strongly recommended
Assess Your Options
A consultation is required to assess your inadmissibility and available options.
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