Frequently Asked Questions

Applying for immigration to Canada or the United States of America can take considerable time. It largely depends on the immigration program and where you are applying from. The quality of the application can also affect the processing time itself. At CD Global, we only submit applications that satisfy the many criteria of the programs.

First, we will work together on gathering all the needed information and make sure you obtain all the required documents based on the immigration program you’ll be applying for. This period of time will depend on how quickly this can be done on your end but we will be there to support you.

Once we gather all the required forms and supporting documents, we will submit the application to the government authority (IRCC for immigration to Canada and USCIS for immigration to the USA). From this moment, the processing time will depend on the government. An average processing time for each program is published and often updated on the official government website to inform applicants of the current delays.

Each immigration office can process applications with a variable timeframe, and other factors can greatly affect the process. Particular circumstances in an application or mistakes can also stretch the processing times.

Our professional services fees depend on the immigration program or service that you require and if there is a specific complexity in your situation.

We have a transparent pricing policy; we charge a fixed fee for our services, which means you will know how much it will cost you from the start and there will be no hidden fee nor surprises along the way.

We will also inform you of any other fees (for example, government application fees, third-party fees such as notarisation, translation, language test, medical exams, etc), either fixed or variable, that you will have to expect besides our professional fees.

We accept payments through PayPal and via bank transfer and in different currencies.

While you can definitely apply yourself for permanent or temporary residence in Canada and in the USA, having a representative handling your immigration case can help streamline the entire process smoothly and free up your time.

As your immigration representative, we will, together with you, complete your application accurately and make sure there is no omission or error. We see too often applicants being denied access to Canada for a period of up to five years because they have forgotten to declare important information or, worst, made a mistake while filling their application.

Having a representative to handle your immigration application also means you will be informed every step along the way with clear instructions about the next steps in the process.

Moreover, immigration laws, regulations, and policies are constantly evolving. Requirements for immigration programs also get tightened up - having an immigration lawyer by your side can help you navigate these ever-changing waters easier and smoother.

Working with a representative does not guarantee a faster processing of your application. However, you’ll get the benefits from working with an immigration expert who could make sure you submit your applications with all the required documents and avoid unnecessary delays in the application process.

Permanent residency status allows the bearer to legally reside in the host country without being a citizen of that country. Permanent residents are entitled to live, work, go to school and access health care where available, in the host country. However, they are not typically entitled to vote or run for office.

In order to be eligible to apply for permanent residence in any given country, individuals usually have to meet certain requirements often related to work experience, level and field of studies, language proficiency, health profile, and absence of criminal record.

The processing time varies according to the type of immigration program. The government updates the current processing times on its website as a reference. Prior to submitting your application, we will work together to gather all the required information and documents to complete your application, and this can take a few months depending on where you live and where you have resided in the past, as some documents take more time to obtain from the corresponding authorities.

The need to invest or not entirely depends on the program you will apply to. For example:

The Canadian Start-Up Visa and Self-Employed Persons programs do not have a minimum investment set as a requirement.

The Quebec Investor Immigrant Program required the investment of 1,200,000 CAD before its suspension.

A Study Permit or a Post-Graduation Work Permit application does not require an investment of any kind.

The USA EB-5 is an investment based immigration program and the current investment amount is set to 800,000 USD.

While some programs do not require a minimum investment, you might need to demonstrate sufficient funds for the daily expenditures needed when settling down upon landing.

Navigating the immigration process in Canada and in the USA can be complicated and even get stressful due to its complexity. When your future, your career or company and your family are at stake, it is important to work with a lawyer that is experienced and specialised in immigration. Not seeking advice or getting advice on the internet or from an untrained person can lead to unwanted consequences including being barred from entering Canada for 5 years, for example.

At CD Global, we treat our clients as unique individuals rather than just numbers. We take pride in offering personalised services and one-on-one guidance to each client, providing high quality, regulated legal representation to ensure they have the highest chances of being granted status in the host country.

We have helped hundreds of clients migrate to Canada, USA and other destinations around the globe since 2010. Our clients choose to work with us exactly because they know they can depend on us to get the job done efficiently with utmost care and professionalism. As regulated professionals, we stay up to date with ongoing developments and changes related to immigration law, and regularly attend training programs provided by the different law societies and bar associations.

1. Email us to kickstart the conversation

• Tell us more about your goals and background. Since each applicant’s story is unique and that we may not be in the same time zone, we encourage you to email us.

2. Get a response within two business days

• Attorney Catherine Dulude will reply to your email within two business days and may ask for additional information before we can give you a detailed overview of your immigration option(s).

3. Schedule a consultation, either over a phone or video call with Attorney Catherine Dulude

• During this consultation, we will further discuss the possible immigration option(s), what is required on both ends in terms of responsibilities, answer your concerns and questions and if we agree on working together, we will sign an agreement with a fixed fee.

It is never too late to seek the assistance of an authorised representative and it might be better to do so before a final decision has been rendered on your application.

While we believe having a representative to handle your immigration case from the start can help ease the procedure and ensure smoother processing of the application, we do accept representing applicants who are already at later stages of their application process. When this happens, it is normally because something is not going well but we are here to help.

We certainly do! In order to cater to our previous and current clients’ needs, we can help based on certain criteria with the following:

• Access to Information request (ATIP)

• Permanent Residence card application

• Criminal Rehabilitation application

• Medical Inadmissibility response

• Procedural Fairness Letter response