What happens if you lie to immigration?

Lying to an immigration officer can have extreme consequences including permanent inadmissibility, deportability, and not being allowed to apply for U.S. citizenship. Any person seeking a benefit under U.S. immigration law—a visa, permanent residency (a “green card”), or citizenship—must submit a written application.

What causes deportation in Canada?

A permanent resident loses their permanent residence status and faces deportation from Canada if they become inadmissible on grounds of serious criminality.

How long am I financially responsible for the family member or relative I sponsor?

An affidavit of support is a legally enforceable contract, and the sponsor’s responsibility usually lasts until the family member or other individual either becomes a U.S. citizen, or is credited with 40 quarters of work (usually 10 years).

How can I prove my siblings in Canada?

Document requirements A copy of both sides of the family member’s Canadian citizenship document, Canadian birth certificate and/or permanent resident card must be provided. Evidence that the family member currently resides in Canada must be provided (a residential lease, mortgage documents, utility bills, etc.).

How do I report someone who lied to immigration?

Only the Canadian federal government can approve and issue documents that confirm immigration status in Canada. Please report email, telephone, and internet scams, as well as financial losses (suspected or confirmed) due to fraud, to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: 1-888-495-8501.

Can you deport a Canadian citizen?

It is important for every permanent resident to get citizenship as soon as possible. The Immigration authorities cannot deport a Canadian citizen, unless their citizenship is revoked, which can occur in limited circumstances, such as: misrepresentation, terrorism, treason, and foreign spying.

What crimes make you inadmissible to Canada?

Crimes That Can Make You Inadmissible to Canada

• DUI (including DWI, DWAI, reckless driving, etc.)
• theft.
• drug trafficking.
• drug possession.
• weapons violations.
• assault.
• probation violations.
• domestic violence.

What is i 864W form?

I-864W, Request for Exemption for Intending Immigrant’s Affidavit of Support. Use this form to establish that applicant is exempt from the Form I-864 requirements.

Have a relative who is a citizen or permanent resident of Canada?

Canada permits its citizens and permanent residents to sponsor the following types of family members: a spouse; conjugal or common-law partner; children; parents; and grandparents. Canadians may also sponsor the dependent relatives of qualifying relatives.

What is an ECA Canada?

An Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) is used to verify that your foreign degree, diploma, certificate (or other proof of your credential) is valid and equal to a Canadian one. It is up to you to decide which credentials to have assessed by a designated organization.

Can I sponsor my Brother or sister to Canada?

You can only sponsor relatives like a brother, sister, aunt or uncle in very specific situations. If your family member doesn’t meet the criteria below, you can use our Come to Canada tool to find out which programs they may be eligible to apply for. Depending on your situation, there are 2 options for who you can sponsor.

Can a permanent resident bring a sibling to the US?

Permanent residents may not petition to bring siblings to live permanently in the United States. A completed Form I-130, Petition for Alien Relative . (Note: You do not need to file a separate Form I-130 for your sibling’s spouse or unmarried children under 21 years of age.)

Can I bring my family members with me to Canada?

You can bring family members with you to Canada if they were processed for permanent residence as your dependents. This includes: The family members that can’t come with you include: Your dependents can’t arrive in Canada before you. They must arrive with you or after you. You may be able to sponsor them after you immigrate to Canada.

Can I immigrate to Canada if I have a relative?

Please understand that having a relative in Canada like the ones listed above does not make you eligible for Canadian Immigration. This is not spousal or parental sponsorship. Your relative is not sponsoring you; they are not taking responsibility for you in any way with the immigration authorities and they are not the reason you are eligible.