Reviewed October 9, 2026
Admissibility to Canada
Immigration officers assess whether a person can enter or remain in Canada. Criminal, medical, security, misrepresentation and other issues can affect admissibility.
Review the full history
An assessment may require court records, offence details, dates, immigration documents and the purpose of travel. Do not assume that a foreign pardon, an old offence or a previous successful visit resolves Canadian admissibility.
Possible options
Depending on the facts and applicable law, a temporary resident permit or criminal rehabilitation may be relevant. These have different requirements and neither is automatic. Some inadmissibility grounds cannot be addressed through these options.
Prepare before applying or travelling
Provide accurate and complete information and respond to requests within the required deadlines. An individual review is essential before relying on a general summary. We can discuss whether the matter falls within our services and agreed scope.
Our Windsor team can review your circumstances and documents and explain the services available under an agreed retainer. Government authorities decide applications; eligibility, invitations and approval are not guaranteed.
Official information: Check the latest program requirements. Intake, fees and processing times can change.