Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) Canada
The Immigration Appeal Division (IAD) is one of the four divisions of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). It is responsible for hearing certain immigration appeals under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA).
The IAD provides individuals with the opportunity to challenge specific immigration decisions made by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA). The IAD commonly hears appeals involving: family sponsorship refusals, removal orders issued against permanent residents, and permanent resident residency obligation determinations.
Halani Immigration Services Inc. provides professional guidance for individuals whose cases fall under the jurisdiction of the Immigration Appeal Division. Our services are led by Shoukat Qumruddin Halani, RCIC-IRB, authorized to represent clients before the IRB and licensed by the CICC under License No. R711322.
Sponsorship Appeals
One of the most common appeals heard by the IAD involves family sponsorship refusals. If a sponsorship application has been refused by IRCC, the sponsor may have the right to appeal the decision to the IAD. Sponsorship appeals may involve spousal sponsorship refusals, parent and grandparent sponsorship refusals, and other eligible family sponsorship refusals. During the appeal process, the IAD reviews the evidence and determines whether the original decision should be upheld or set aside.
Removal Order Appeals
Permanent residents who have been issued certain types of removal orders may have the right to appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division. Removal orders may arise due to criminal inadmissibility, misrepresentation, or failure to comply with immigration conditions. The IAD has the authority to consider both legal factors and humanitarian considerations when deciding whether a removal order should remain in effect.
Permanent Resident Residency Obligation Appeals
Permanent residents must comply with Canada's residency obligation, which generally requires spending at least 730 days in Canada within a five-year period. If immigration authorities determine that a permanent resident has not met the residency obligation, the individual may lose their permanent resident status. In certain circumstances, the individual may appeal the decision to the IAD. The IAD may consider humanitarian and compassionate factors when reviewing residency obligation appeals.
Possible Outcomes of Immigration Appeal Division Cases
After reviewing the appeal and hearing submissions, the IAD may: allow the appeal and overturn the original decision; dismiss the appeal and maintain the decision; or grant relief based on humanitarian and compassionate considerations. Each case is assessed based on the evidence and the applicable provisions of Canadian immigration law.
Why Choose Halani Immigration Services Inc.
Authorized IRB Representation
Your case is handled by Shoukat Qumruddin Halani, RCIC-IRB, authorized to represent clients before the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada.
Immigration Appeal Preparation
We assist clients in preparing documentation and evidence for immigration appeal proceedings.
Sponsorship Appeal Guidance
We assist sponsors whose family sponsorship applications have been refused.
Evidence and Case Strategy
We guide clients in organizing supporting evidence relevant to the appeal.
Professional and Ethical Representation
Our services follow professional standards established by the CICC Code of Professional Conduct.
Cities in Canada Where We Assist with Immigration Appeal Division Matters
Ontario
- Toronto
- Mississauga
- Brampton
- Scarborough
- North York
- Markham
- Ottawa
- Hamilton
- London
British Columbia
- Vancouver
- Surrey
- Burnaby
- Richmond
- Victoria
Alberta
- Calgary
- Edmonton
- Red Deer
- Lethbridge
Manitoba
- Winnipeg
- Brandon
Quebec
- Montreal
- Laval
- Quebec City
Atlantic Canada
- Halifax
- Moncton
- Fredericton
- Charlottetown
- St. John's
Our Process
Step 01 – Appeal Eligibility Assessment
We review the immigration decision and determine whether an appeal may be available.
Step 02 – Evidence Strategy
We identify documentation and information relevant to the appeal.
Step 03 – Appeal Preparation
We assist clients in preparing the required appeal materials.
Step 04 – Hearing Preparation
Clients receive guidance regarding the Immigration Appeal Division hearing process.
Step 05 – Post-Decision Options
We review available immigration options following the appeal decision.
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