Frequently asked questions

Looking for answers? Here are some of our frequently asked questions

• Can I apply for a Canadian visa without the help and support of Canadim?
• Why do I need a lawyer?
• How do I start my Canadian visa immigration process?
• How do I know which category of Canadian visa is best suited to me?
• What should I do if I fail the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool?
• Will any personal information I provide be secure?
• Which one of your services should I choose?
• Can I change my profile once it has been created?
• Can I choose a new visa category once I have already filled out the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool?
• Why should I choose Canadim over another immigration firm?
• Will Canadim find work for me before I arrive in Canada?
• Will I receive support or simply information?
• How can I contact my lawyer and begin using my service once I have paid?
• Will I be notified when my payment has been processed?
• Do you charge a consulting fee on top of the service charge?
• What payment options do you accept?

Can I apply for a Canadian visa without the help and support of Canadim?

You may proceed without representation. However, even a small mistake could do serious damage to your case. Experience has shown us that most delays experienced by people proceeding without representation are caused by improperly filled out forms or wrong supporting documentation. A lawyer’s expert guidance will speed up the process and maximize your chances at success.

Why do I need a lawyer?

• “Lawyer-client” confidentiality secures your privacy, barring us from divulging a client’s identity or personal information.
• Unlike other immigration consulting firms, all of our certified immigration lawyers are governed and regulated by law societies and members in good standing.
• Only a Canadian lawyer in good standing can be physically present with you during an immigration interview with an immigration officer. This allows us, not only to prepare you for the interview, but, if necessary, to appear with you.
• A trained immigration lawyer possesses full knowledge of the laws and regulations governing citizenship and immigration in Canada and can, therefore, assure that immigration authorities follow not just their discretion but also the laws and deadlines applicable to your case.

How do I start my Canadian visa immigration process?

How do I know which category of Canadian visa is best suited to me?

Choosing the right visa category depends on your professional and academic background as well as any family ties with a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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What should I do if I fail the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool?

1) Retake the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool to review and confirm your answers.

2) If applicable to your personal circumstances, select a different visa category and proceed with the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool of that new category.

3) Consult an immigration lawyer online and receive via My Visa Portal™, our secure lawyer-client interface, a detailed and personal immigration legal report on your chances of qualifying in different visa categories based on a review of your information and our in depth knowledge of current Canadian immigration laws.

This report will address:

• the strengths and weaknesses of your profile and areas of concern
• the likelihood of success under your nominated visa category
• if applicable, another visa category to apply for
• how to demonstrate that you satisfy the requirements of different visa categories
• which family member can be included in your application
• where to send your visa application
• a complete breakdown of application costs
• your entitlements as a Canadian permanent resident

Will any personal information I provide be secure?

Because each of our associates is a lawyer in good standing, any information you provide us with falls under the “lawyer-client” privilege of confidentiality and will not be shared under any circumstances. Furthermore, My Visa Portal™, our lawyer-client interface, is equipped with the most secure internet security features so you can be assured that the information you provide will be fully protected.

Which one of your services should I choose?

Can I change my profile once it has been created?

Your profile is available for review through My Visa Portal™ at any time. To update your personal information simply login to My Visa Portal™.

Can I choose a new visa category once I have already filled out the Free Online Visa Assessment Tool?

Our Free Online Visa Assessment Tool may be completed as many times as you like, for as many categories as you like. Once you find the category that you are eligible for, move on to the next step by choosing from our list of services.

Why should I choose Canadim over another immigration firm?

At Canadim, we do what we know how to do best: getting you into Canada quickly and at the lowest cost!

Most other immigration firms are consultants without any academic or legal immigration background. Very few are lawyers that are members in good standing of a Canadian law society. Furthermore, we are not only more qualified than most, we also charge less than most! The low cost of our services and absence of hidden fees has made Canadim the leader in Canadian immigration services online.

Will Canadim find work for me before I arrive in Canada?

Under very special and rare circumstances will an employer hire a foreign employee without having previously met him/her in person. Therefore, immigration consulting firms advertising that they will find you a job in Canada upon your arrival is merely a scheme to get you as a client for immigration.

Will I receive support or simply information?

When you sign up for any one of our services, you become a client of our law firm. We provide much more than information, In fact, you may choose to have one of our lawyers prepare and lodge your visa application for you. No matter which service you choose, you will receive: 24 hour online access to your lawyer, an assessment of your eligibility for the visa category of your choice and many online tools to help you better understand and complete the visa application process. Click to compare our services or to assess your eligibility under one of the Canadian visa programs.

How can I contact my lawyer and begin using my service once I have paid?

72 hours following payment confirmation, login to My Visa Portal™ and access your detailed personal immigration legal report. Then, using My Visa Portal™, start interacting with your legal advisor.

Will I be notified when my payment has been processed?

Pay online and be notified online! Once we receive payment, you will receive notification via e-mail. You may also check your status on My Visa Portal™, your secure interface with Canadim.

Do you charge a consulting fee on top of the service charge?

This is a one time-flat fee service. Choose a service, proceed with payment and never be charged again.

What payment options do you accept?

For any service purchased, we offer five (5) convenient payment options.

N.B: kindly note that payment not made by Credit Card will incur a processing fee from your bank and will delay the delivery of the service that you are purchasing. The fastest way to have access to our services is to use Credit Card payment.

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