Foreign nationals often face work permit refusals in Canada due to insufficient proof of ‘ties to their home country’. To avoid such refusals and increase your chances of obtaining a work permit, it’s crucial to clearly demonstrate your strong connections to your home country.

Reasons for Work Permit Refusals

Immigration officers may doubt an applicant’s intention to leave Canada after their temporary stay if there are discrepancies or insufficient documentation in their application.

Demonstrating Ties to Your Home Country

To prove your ties to your home country, consider the following factors:

1. Family Relationships: Provide documentation that shows your close connections to family members, such as marriage certificates, birth certificates, or passports of relatives.
2. Property Ownership: Show evidence of property ownership, which could include lease agreements, mortgage documents, real estate purchase agreements, or proof of ownership of valuable assets.
3. Responsibilities Left Behind: Detail any commitments or responsibilities you have in your home country, such as educational obligations, job duties, or social roles within your community.
4. Financial Assets: Present evidence of your financial stability, including investments, business ownership, or insurance policies related to your life or property.

What to Do If Your Work Permit Is Refused

If your work permit application is denied, you have two primary options:

1. Reapply: If the refusal was due to minor errors in your application, you may choose to reapply with corrected or additional documentation.
2. Seek Judicial Review: If the refusal resulted from significant issues or perceived errors by the immigration officer, you may seek a judicial review at the Federal Court of Canada.

Before pursuing a judicial review, ensure you understand the grounds for such an appeal and consult legal advice if necessary.

Call Robert Gertler at 416-231-9188.