Entering as a Tourist After Being Denied Entry

[bacardi1950 0]

In October 2009, I was denied entry to canada because of lack of ties to canaada. Upon further inspection the border officer discovered my US Degree, she asked me how i was studying and i explained that i was under my fathers visa in the past (however there was no visa's under my name). Anyways, the officer told me that i was NOT banned for overstaying my visa which she could not find, and sent me on my way with a letter stating what i should bring next time to ensure ties to canada.

I am planning to enter the US on monday and want to visit some family i have down there. I have the following things to show ties:

-job stating my vacation time of 1 week

-phone bills

-gym membership

-new lease i just signed

- voter registration card

-my recent work schedules

my qeustion is, what should i expect when i go on monday???? i am very stressed because of this and any help would be greatley appreciated!

[Brother Hesekiel 2,236]

In October 2009, I was denied entry to canada because of lack of ties to canaada.

Your post makes no sense. Why don't you post it in French in the Canada section . . .

[canadian_wife 1,822]

I assume you mean you were denied entry to the United States for lack of ties to Canada

This happened to me. You can expect to be taken into secondary inspection where it will be more difficult for you. You will need to show that you intend to return to Canada. Your ties seem sufficient.

The guard told me, when I was in secondary, that they see those people who are likely to be granted admittance into the US first, and those with more difficult cases have to wait. So if you are seen quickly once you enter secondary inspection, then that is a good sign. Be confident in your answers and show them your ties and you should be fine.

You may also get an I-94 which will state your expected return date, my advice is to, before you surrender this, make a copy of it and have the Canadian border agent stamp it - I-94s may get lost, at lease you'll have your stamped copy if, in the future, it becomes an issue.

Good luck.

[trailmix 77]

Your post makes no sense. Why don't you post it in French in the Canada section . . .

That was totally uncalled for.

[bacardi1950 0]

Just wanted to provide an update. I was sent to secondary inspection and given an I-94 with a 20 day B2 visa. The border officer really liked the employment letter and the itinerary which showed my round trip ticket. Hope this thread helps anyone with similar issues.

[canadian_wife 1,822]

Excellent news! Enjoy your trip!

[Brother Hesekiel 2,236]

That was totally uncalled for.

I suggested this as a means of a helping hand for what appears to be a French-Canadian. Oftentimes it's easier to post something in their native language, believe it or not.

[trailmix 77]

I would suggest that it was rude. Also, I see zero evidence in the original post to indicate that the OP does not have English as a first language. But, even if that were the case, this is an immigration board and periodically people that post here will have English as a second language (gasp) and it's up to us to either try to figure out what they are saying or to ask for clarification.

bacardi1950 - thanks for the update.

Edited April 4, 2010 by trailmix

[Kathryn41 3,205]

I will agree with Trailmix' comments - the comment was rude and uncalled for and inappropriate for the Immigration forums.

Bacardi, thanks for the update. Glad to know that all went as planned.

[summerkiss 0]

Bacardi, I have 30days too! Its not much to enjoy the tour, now due to booking probs with the airline, I have overstayed for couple of days. My concern is, if I go home. There might be no assurance that I can come back here bcoz I have overstayed. There's no such thing as late and more late. A day overstay or years is jst the same, right? Or anyone has the same case with mine? I need help. Pls. Thnx