When immigration says no, that decision is not necessarily final. Since 2004, the lawyers at Olalere Law Office have challenged refused applications and removal orders before Canada’s immigration tribunals and the Federal Court. Choose the challenge that fits your situation.
How we can help
- Federal Court judicial review — challenge refused visa, permit, PR, H&C, PRRA and tribunal decisions
- Immigration Appeal Division — sponsorship, removal-order and residency obligation appeals
- Refugee Appeal Division — appeal a refused refugee claim
- Stays of removal — urgent motions to stop a deportation
- Mandamus — force a decision on an unreasonably delayed application
- Reconsideration — ask the officer to reopen a refusal
Deadlines are strict — act quickly
- Federal Court judicial review (decision in Canada): 15 days
- Federal Court judicial review (decision outside Canada): 60 days
- Refugee Appeal Division: 15 days to file
- Immigration Appeal Division (sponsorship / removal): 30 days
- Motion to stay a removal: before your removal date — often only days
Deadlines vary by decision and run from different dates. Contact us to confirm the deadline that applies to you.