Edmonton Law Office works with our clients to protect their permanent resident status in Canada.
Facing the potential loss of your permanent resident status due to residency obligation issues requires immediate legal intervention. Edmonton Law Office provides experienced representation before the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) for Albertans confronting these serious immigration challenges. Swift action with qualified legal counsel can preserve your Canadian permanent residency and secure your future in Canada.
Permanent residents must maintain physical presence in Canada for at least 730 days within every five-year period to comply with residency obligations under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) calculates this requirement from the date you became a permanent resident, examining your travel history and physical presence records.
Non-compliance with residency obligations carries severe consequences:
IRCC officers make residency obligation determinations when you apply to renew your permanent resident card, re-enter Canada, or during immigration examinations. When facing negative determinations, you have the right to appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division within strict timelines. Contact Edmonton Law Office at 780-784-6666 for immediate consultation regarding your residency obligation concerns.
The Immigration Appeal Division appeal process for Alberta residents follows specific procedural requirements and strict timelines. You must file your appeal within 60 days of receiving the removal order or negative decision from IRCC. Missing this deadline can result in permanent loss of your right to appeal.
Required documentation includes:
Edmonton Law Office immigration lawyers guide clients through each stage of the appeal process, from initial case assessment through final IAD hearing representation. Our legal team prepares comprehensive written submissions that address both legal requirements and compelling personal circumstances that justify extended absences from Canada.
The appeal process typically spans 12 to 18 months in Alberta, requiring meticulous preparation and adherence to the rules of the Immigration Appeal Division. Professional legal representation protects your rights while maximizing your chances of a favourable outcome.
The Immigration Appeal Division considers various humanitarian and compassionate circumstances that may justify extended absences from Canada. Qualifying circumstances include caring for seriously ill family members abroad, medical emergencies requiring treatment outside Canada, and compelling personal situations beyond your reasonable control.
The IAD evaluates factors such as:
Edmonton Law Office lawyers understand how the Immigration Appeal Division weighs these factors and prepare persuasive legal arguments that effectively present your humanitarian and compassionate grounds. Proper legal representation can mean the difference between successful appeal outcomes and loss of permanent resident status.
Edmonton Law Office offers comprehensive legal services designed explicitly for residency obligation appeals originating in Alberta. Our approach begins with a thorough case assessment during your initial consultation, where we examine your travel history, personal circumstances, and potential humanitarian grounds for appeal.
Our legal services include:
We build strong appeals by meticulously documenting your ties to Canada, analyzing the circumstances that led to your extended absence, and presenting compelling legal arguments that demonstrate why you deserve to retain your permanent resident status. Our lawyers understand Alberta-specific considerations and how local circumstances may strengthen your appeal.
The initial consultation process allows you to understand your legal options without financial commitment. Contact 780-784-6666 to schedule your consultation and begin protecting your permanent residency status immediately.
Successful residency obligation appeals require comprehensive evidence that supports your humanitarian and compassionate grounds. Medical records documenting serious illness of family members, employment letters explaining work obligations abroad, and character references from Edmonton community members strengthen your case.
Essential documentation includes passports showing travel dates, medical reports from Canadian and foreign healthcare providers, employment contracts requiring international work, and sworn affidavits from family members confirming care responsibilities. Edmonton Law Office assists clients in gathering, organizing, and presenting this evidence effectively to the Immigration Appeal Division.
Successful residency obligation appeals result in retention of your permanent resident status, allowing you to continue living and working in Edmonton and throughout Canada. Favourable decisions also preserve your pathway to Canadian citizenship and maintain your ability to travel internationally while returning to Canada.
Positive appeal outcomes provide:
The long-term implications of successful appeals extend beyond immediate status protection. Your Canadian immigration history remains intact, supporting future applications for citizenship and allowing you to maintain your established life in Canada. Professional legal representation with Edmonton Law Office significantly increases your chances of achieving these favourable outcomes and protecting your Canadian immigration status.
Residency obligation issues demand immediate legal attention due to strict appeal deadlines and the permanent consequences of inaction. Waiting to seek legal representation can result in missed opportunities and irreversible loss of your permanent resident status.
Edmonton Law Office remains committed to protecting clients’ immigration status and preserving their future in Canada. Our immigration lawyers understand the gravity of residency obligation challenges and provide the dedicated representation needed to navigate this complex legal process successfully.
Contact us at 780-784-6666 to schedule your initial consultation. During this consultation, we will assess your specific circumstances, explain your legal options, and develop a strategy to protect your permanent residency status. Early intervention offers the best opportunity for resolving residency obligation challenges successfully.
Your permanent resident status represents your future in Canada. Do not risk losing it without proper legal representation.
Facing loss of your PR status due to time spent outside Canada? Edmonton Law Office provides experienced representation before the Immigration Appeal Division to help you keep your residency and secure your future in Canada.
