Don't Lose Hope – Appeal Your Immigration Decision

If your immigration application to Canada has been refused or you have been found to be inadmissible, do not lose hope in your dream to migrate to Canada. The Immigration Appeal Division (IAD), one of four divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board, hears appeals on issues such as failed sponsorship applications, removal orders, and residency obligations.

Our Expertise

Types of Appeals We Handle

Summit Immigration Consulting Group assists all clients with the following types of appeals for negative decisions.

Sponsorship Appeals

Failed sponsorship applications may be made by the permanent resident or Canadian citizen who supplied the application to sponsor in support of the foreign national’s application for permanent residence. If the application is unsuccessful, the sponsor can appeal the refusal to the IAD.

Key Details

Notice of Appeal must be filed to the IAD within 30 days of receipt of the refusal letter

Appeal Record produced by the Minister within 60 days (reduced from 120 days under new IAD Rules)

Appellant must produce supporting documents within 60 days after receiving the Appeal Record

Removal Order Appeals

Individuals who have received a removal order and who are Canadian permanent residents or permanent resident card holders may appeal their removal to the Immigration Appeal Division. Convention Refugees or Protected Persons may also seek a removal order appeal.

Key Details

Notice of Appeal must be filed to the IAD within 30 days after receipt of the removal order

Minister or Immigration Division must provide the record within 30 days of a request

Alternative Dispute Resolution may be suggested by the IAD

Early resolution mechanisms exist and Summit Immigration Group examines each case for the best appellate remedy

Residency Obligation Appeals

Permanent residents must be physically present in Canada for at least 730 days in every five-year period to maintain status. Exceptions exist, such as working abroad for a Canadian business or accompanying a Canadian citizen spouse or parent. Failing to meet this obligation may result in loss of PR status or a removal order, though appeals are possible.

Key Details

Decision issued in Canada: 30 days to file appeal to IAD

Decision issued overseas: 60 days to file appeal to IAD

Appeal record produced by Minister within 60 days

Alternative Dispute Resolution may be suggested; if successful, hearing not required

Hearing outcome: appeal allowed → PR status maintained, travel document issued if abroad

Hearing outcome: appeal dismissed → PR status revoked, departure order issued if in Canada

Our Appeal Process

We guide you through every step of the appeal process with expert legal representation and personalized attention.

Case Assessment

We review your case and determine appeal grounds.

Documentation

Prepare and file all necessary appeal documents.

Representation

Expert representation at your appeal hearing.

Resolution

Work toward a successful appeal outcome.

Ready to Appeal Your Case?

Summit Immigration Group represents clients on appeals to the Immigration Appeal Division. We can assist at all stages, including preparation of the notice of appeal, gathering and filing of evidence, preparation of submissions, and providing legal representation at the hearing itself. Please contact us immediately if you require counsel, and we can discuss your best options and outcomes based on an assessment.

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