Frequently Asked Questions

Can I open a bank account without a permanent status in Canada?

No, you must have your study permit, work visa or permanent status in Canada in order to open your account.

Other questions you may be interested in

Can I open a bank account without a permanent status in Canada?
Deploy

No, you must have your study permit, work visa or permanent status in Canada in order to open your account.

I am married and my partner is applying with me as a dependent, what do I need to consider regarding documenting the relationship?
Deploy

If you are married, attach your marriage certificate or marriage registration, it is not advisable to apply for the visa if your marriage took place within the last 3 months. It is suggested to apply after 4 months (or more) after getting married so that the document gains seniority. 

If your marriage certificate has been issued recently (less than 4 months, prior to this application), Immiland strongly recommends providing supporting documentation to reinforce the genuineness of your relationship and to avoid suspicion on the official when evaluating your marriage relationship due to the recent celebration of the marriage.

The elements that can be used as evidence to prove the genuineness of your marriage are any of the following:

  • Shared ownership of a residential property
  • Joint leases or leases in the name of both parties
  • Bills for shared or individual utility bills (one old and one new) showing the same residence address, such as:
  • Important documents for both showing the same address, such as:
  • driving licenses
  • insurance policies
  • identification documents

If you are in a common-law marriage, it is IMPERATIVE to make an affidavit on the form recognized by Canada. Immiland Canada can provide the service of declaration of common-law marriage: https://www.immilandcanada.com/declaracion-jurada/declaracion-jurada-de-union-libre. Extrajudicial declarations made in your home country DO NOT REPLACE this document.

Additionally, we recommend accompanying the declaration of free union in the Canadian forms of proof of your union. Please refer to the examples mentioned above for fresh marriages.

If you are married or cohabiting, but traveling alone, you may optionally provide us with the marriage certificate or cohabitation certificate, the reason being that this would strengthen your social roots.

When I extend my work or study permit within Canada, will I automatically be issued a new visa in my passport for the date of the extension?
Deploy

No, a work permit or study permit is not a visa. You will not automatically be issued a visitor visa if you extend your work or study permit. If you need a new visitor visa, you will need to file a separate application. The visa is required if you want to travel and be able to return to Canada to continue your studies or work. Do not leave Canada with an expired visa (even if your study or work permit has already been extended), because you will not be able to return without a valid visa.

How does inheritance law work in Canada?
Deploy

Inheritance law varies by province, but generally regulates the distribution of a deceased person's assets, either by will or, in the absence of a will, following the laws of intestate succession.

What is the CRS score and why is it important?
Deploy

The CRS (Comprehensive Ranking System) is a tool used by the Canadian government to rank Express Entry candidates. It evaluates factors such as age, education, work experience, language and others. The higher your score, the more likely you are to receive an invitation to apply (ITA) for permanent residence.

Latest on Instagram

Immiland Canada BogotaImmiland Canada BogotaEddy Ramirez ImmilandEddy Ramirez ImmilandEddy Ramirez CanadaEddy Ramirez CanadaVenezuelans in CanadaVenezuelans in Canada
CAPIC ACCPI

Migration services
with professional support

Immiland is regulated and authorized by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO #89482N) and by the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (cicc #r515840). (CICC #R515840),