Case Study: A US Family’s Journey to Restoring Their Status in Canada
At Arnika Visa, we understand how overwhelming it can be when immigration challenges disrupt a family’s life. This is the story of Jen and her family, who faced a difficult situation with their study and work permit extensions but successfully restored their status and returned to Canada with our guidance on flagpoling Canada.
Background of the Case
Jef, her husband, and their two daughters had been living in Calgary, Alberta, as international residents. Jef was pursuing her education on a study permit valid until July 2024. Her husband held a spousal open work permit, while their daughters were attending school on study permits. The family was thriving in Canada and looked forward to continuing their journey.
In June 2024, Jef applied to extend her study permit, along with extensions for her husband’s open work permit and her daughters’ study permits. However, on November 6, 2024, IRCC sent Jef a request for documents, asking for:
- Education transcripts from her previous university (2022–2024).
- Transcripts from CPA Western School of Business (2023–current).
- An original letter of acceptance from CPA Western School of Business.
Jef promptly provided all requested documents.
IRCC request letter
The Unexpected Refusal
Despite submitting the required documents, Jef and her entire family received the IRCC refusal letter from IRCC on November 25, 2024. The IRCC refusal letter stated that Jef had failed to satisfy the officer on key grounds, including:
- Compliance with all conditions of her initial study permit.
- Adequate financial resources to support her stay in Canada.
- Intention to leave Canada at the end of her authorized stay.
- Do not belong in a category of persons inadmissible to Canada under the Act.
IRCC instructed the family to leave Canada immediately, warning that failure to do so could result in enforcement actions. The Canada visa refusal left the family devastated, unsure of their next steps.
Seeking Professional Guidance from Arnika Visa
Determined to resolve their situation, Jef booked a consultation session with Reza Eslami, RCIC, at Arnika Visa. After carefully analyzing their case, Reza suggested a strategic approach: flagpoling Canada. This process involves crossing the US-Canada border and re-entering Canada to renew or obtain permits directly with a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officer.
Flagpoling Canada at the Kingsgate Border
On November 30, 2024, Jef and her family headed to the Kingsgate Border crossing. Reza prepared them thoroughly, signed a representative form, and was on call during the entire process.
The family explained their case to the CBSA officer, including Jef’s part-time studies, financial resources, and compliance with her study permit conditions. Reza’s expertise in addressing potential concerns helped them respond confidently to the CBSA officer’s questions.
A Successful Outcome
Thanks to Reza’s guidance, Jef was granted a new study permit, allowing her to continue her education in Canada. Additionally, her husband and daughters received visitor records up to the end of her study program, enabling the family to remain in Canada together.
Conclusion: A Positive Turnaround
This case highlights the importance of professional guidance when navigating complex immigration challenges. Jef and her family could have been forced to leave Canada, but with Reza’s strategic approach and support, they restored their status and returned to their lives in Calgary.
If you or someone you know is facing similar immigration issues, whether it’s a permit refusal, family status restoration, or navigating border procedures, Arnika Visa is here to help. Let us guide you to a successful outcome.
How Can We Help You With Your Visa Application?
Flagpolin Canada is a beneficial legal solution, but you should always carry it out correctly. You must comply with all Canadian Immigration Regulation (Canada CIC) requirements and possess all necessary papers to avoid issues. Arnika Visa can inform you of the specifics of the process, what documentation to bring with you when you arrive at the border crossing, which border crossing to use, how to dress for the occasion, how to modify your attitude to fit the circumstance, what kinds of questions you might encounter, etc. We can also help you get ready for the flagpoling Canada. If you want to discover how the RCIC can help you, the first step is to book a consultation session with him for personalized guidance.
