Start Your ATIP (Access to Information and Privacy) / GSM Notes Process!
Find out how you could appeal and obtain your ATIP Notes from IRCC / Embassy
To request ATIP (Access to Information and Privacy) notes related to your immigration application in Canada, you can submit an ATIP request to get detailed information about your file, including updates or decisions made by immigration authorities. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to apply for ATIP with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC):
Step-by-Step Process to Apply for an ATIP Request for Immigration (Canada)
1. Prepare Information
Before submitting your ATIP request, you will need the following information:
- Your personal details (full name, date of birth, contact information).
- Your immigration file details (application number, client ID number, or other identifiers related to your case).
- The type of information you are requesting (e.g., notes on your permanent residency, work permit, study permit, visa application, etc.).
2. Hire a Lawyer or RCIC to submit an ATIP Request
We can submit an ATIP request either online or through a paper request.
Option 1: Online ATIP Request (easiest and fastest)
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Complete the Request Form:
- Select Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) as the department you're requesting information from.
- Provide all the necessary details:
- Personal information (full name, date of birth, and other identifiers).
- Application number (if applicable).
- The specific documents or details you want to request (for example, “notes related to my work permit application” or “details on my permanent residency application”).
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Pay the Fee (if required):
- There may be a small fee (usually around CAD 5) for submitting an ATIP request. You can pay the fee online using a credit card.
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Submit the Request:
- After completing the form and providing payment, submit your ATIP request. You’ll receive a confirmation receipt with a tracking number.
Option 2: Paper ATIP Request
3. Wait for the Response
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After submitting your ATIP request, you will typically receive a response within 30 days. In some cases, responses can take longer if the request is complex or if there is a large amount of information to review.
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If your request is denied, you should receive an explanation. If the request is fulfilled, you will be sent the information or notes you requested (e.g., updates on your application, processing status, or detailed decision notes).
4. Follow Up (if needed)
- If you do not receive the requested information or if there are delays, you can follow up using the tracking number provided when you submitted your ATIP request.
5. Additional Notes
- You can request ATIP notes for any past or current immigration applications, such as for work permits, study permits, permanent residency, refugee status, etc.
- It’s essential to be as specific as possible in your request to ensure you get the right documents.
ATIP Request Resources:
By submitting an ATIP request, you can gain greater insight into your immigration process and better understand any delays or the reasons for a decision. Let me know if you need any more help or have other questions about your ATIP request!
Why was my visa application refused?
Visitor visa application requires the officer from a Canadian embassy to assess the person applying for Canadian visa on certain grounds. Including reason for visit, profile of applicant, proof of funds and attachments to their country of application. Your likelihood of returning to your country once they approve your visa. You could always re-apply, but another option is to work with a professional to put a defence of your visa application and provide you with the best chance of obtaining a Canadian visa.
What are some of the reasons for refusal of a visa application by a Canadian visa officer?
- I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the purpose of your visit.
- I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your travel history.
- I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your personal assets and financial status.
- I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on the limited employment prospects in your country of residence. - I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in
subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your current employment situation. - I am not satisfied that you will leave Canada at the end of your stay, as stipulated in subsection 216(1) of the IRPR, based on your family ties in Canada and in your country of residence.
What are my options after refusal of Canadian visa by the embassy?
We strongly urge you understand the reasons for the rejection and consider a strong application before re-applying. Working with a professional such as a lawyer or a RCIC in good standing might benefit you. They can prepare your files carefully for you, assist you with the right approach and make a strong defense of your new application. They should have understanding of the law and what the officer assesses your application in the Canadian embassy to provide you with the best chance of a approval for Canadian visa.
How to get a tourist visa to Canada?
Visitors from specific countries may require a temporary resident visa (TRV) to enter Canada. A visa is a standard travel document that’s inserted into your passport to give you permission to enter Canada.
Beginning steps to check eligibility to get a visitor visa to visit Canada for business purposes:
- (Optional) Obtain an invitation from a Canadian friend/business or for event in order to submit an application for a visitor visa.
- Proof of business activities or employment in country of origin.
- Prove that he or she has sufficient financial support to cover the living expenses and return transportation to his or her home country
- Obtain purpose of visit to Canada for tourist purposes.
- Have clean record. Applicants with a criminal background, or who pose a risk to Canadian security, may be refused. IRCC may request an applicant to supply a police clearance certificate
- Be in good health. IRCC may request an applicant to complete a medical examination; and,
- Satisfy the immigration officer that he or she will leave Canada at the end of the stay authorized by the visitor visa.
What documents are required to complete a Canadian visitor visa application?
- Passport for the applicant and every family member included on the application;
- Letter or Contract from any employer in Canada/Business partner.
- Two passport photos for the applicant and each family member included on the application, with the full name and date of birth written on the back;
- Photocopy of marriage certificate, if applicable; and,
- Any further documents required by specific visa offices.
Start your Process Today by Completing the Online Assessment Form.
Minimum Requirements to Visit Canada
Visitors to Canada need to meet the following requirements;
- Must possess a valid entry document like a passport.
- Be of good health.
- Have no criminal record.
- Prove to the authorities that you have strong ties in your home country such as a family, assets and a job that will make you want to go back home.
- Have enough funds for your stay in Canada.
When your business visitor visa application is approved, the foreign national will receive:
- A Letter of Introduction (LOI) confirming the approval from the CIC.
- An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) if he or she is from a country whose citizens need an eTA. In such cases, the eTA is indicated on the Letter of Introduction.
- As the eTA is linked to the applicant's passport, the applicant must travel with the passport used in the visitor visa permit application.
- A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV), if he or she is from a country whose citizens need a TRV.
- The TRV will be in the passport. The holder must enter Canada before the expiry date on the TRV.
- The TRV will also indicate if the holder can enter Canada only once (a single-entry visa) or multiple times (a multiple-entry visa). All applicants are automatically considered for multiple-entry TRVs.
Applicants for a Canadian business visa are required to prove they have enough money to cover the duration of their stay and return. They also need to have the financial resources to support themselves, and any accompanying family members.
Financial resources may be proven with the following information:
- Canadian bank account statements in the applicant's name, if money has been transferred to Canada
- Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) from a participating financial institution
- Proof of a application has loan from a financial institution
- The applicant's bank statements from the past four months
- A bank draft in convertible currency
- Proof of payment of place of stay and any accommodation fees
- A letter from the person providing you with money; and/or
- Proof of a support from business partner in Canada.
Family or friends of the applicant may also submit letters confirming that they will support the applicant during his or her studies.
The following table show the amounts that a student is required to possess (all amounts in Canadian dollars):
| Number of people | All provinces except Quebec |
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| Single person | $10,000 for a 12-month period (or $833 per month) |
| For one accompanying family member add: | $4,000 for a 12-month period (or $333 per month) |
| For each additional family member, add: | $3,000 for a 12-month period per dependent child of any age (or $255 per month) |
In Quebec, the financial requirements for prospective visitors are different.
As you travel to Canada, you and any other family member travelling with you should carry all the necessary travel documents and identification papers for. This helps you avoid unnecessary delays as you board a plane to Canada.
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