Where to go for the immigrating to Canada

[Carlawarla 1]

I surely don't know any of the ins and outs of bringing children to the US from Canada, but did want you to know that I'm thinking of you both right now!

Sometimes "ex's" can be surprising! You live so close to the border, I'm sure a meeting of lawyers could resolve this. Maybe the visits have to be less frequent, but for longer periods, I don't know...just a suggestion.

Anyway, keep us advised, and know we're thinking of you!

Carla

[DeadPoolX 9]

If you're thinking about immigrating to Canada, then I'd recommend these three sites:

• Citizenship and Immigration Canada (The official Canadian citizenship & immigration site)
• CanadaVisa.com - Canada Immigration Lawyers (Canadian immigration & visa advice from Canadian attorneys)
• Road to Canada (The Canadian version of VisaJourney)

Hopefully, that should help some.

[h_bomb 0]

My fiancee and I are getting more and more worried that her ex-boyfriend won't sign a "consent to immigrate" form or vary the custody and access court order. If we are denied a K2 visa, then I'm going to have to move to Canada, but still work in the US. Is that possible?

If we don't get that form before our interview, will the visa be outright denied, or could it possibly be approved pending receipt of it? The consulate in Montreal has not ever mentioned that such a form is necessary, but many of you on here has said it is.

I'm more stressed today after going to speak with duty counsel with Kristy than before. Do we look for an immigration attorney now, or a family law one? In the States or in Canada?

it is possible to cross the border for work while living in canada. i did it for a year and a half, no problems, though, i would suggest getting a nexus right away, because it does take awhile and there are odd times when traffic's so bad you'll be late to work. there are 2 options in your case if you're looking into immigrating to canada. you can apply as a fiancé or as a spouse, if you are married. you can either apply while living outside or inside of canada. to apply from inside, all you have to do is go to the POE and tell them that you plan to apply to immigrate and they will issue you a temporary residence permit on the spot, which is usually valid from 6-12 months. it will take about a year and about $2,000 to become landed, but unlike US immigration it's just one step and you're an official permanent resident. let me know if you have any more questions. i'm an LPR here.

[djc 0]

it is possible to cross the border for work while living in canada. i did it for a year and a half, no problems, though, i would suggest getting a nexus right away, because it does take awhile and there are odd times when traffic's so bad you'll be late to work. there are 2 options in your case if you're looking into immigrating to canada. you can apply as a fiancé or as a spouse, if you are married. you can either apply while living outside or inside of canada. to apply from inside, all you have to do is go to the POE and tell them that you plan to apply to immigrate and they will issue you a temporary residence permit on the spot, which is usually valid from 6-12 months. it will take about a year and about $2,000 to become landed, but unlike US immigration it's just one step and you're an official permanent resident. let me know if you have any more questions. i'm an LPR here.

Ah HA... another smartie Canadian thing. So, while you are applying to live in Canada, you may leave and come back as many times as you please before your residency is final? You're not stuck there like you'd be stuck in the States?

This is very good news....... :)

[Jeremy + Kristy 0]

it is possible to cross the border for work while living in canada. i did it for a year and a half, no problems, though, i would suggest getting a nexus right away, because it does take awhile and there are odd times when traffic's so bad you'll be late to work. there are 2 options in your case if you're looking into immigrating to canada. you can apply as a fiancé or as a spouse, if you are married. you can either apply while living outside or inside of canada. to apply from inside, all you have to do is go to the POE and tell them that you plan to apply to immigrate and they will issue you a temporary residence permit on the spot, which is usually valid from 6-12 months. it will take about a year and about $2,000 to become landed, but unlike US immigration it's just one step and you're an official permanent resident. let me know if you have any more questions. i'm an LPR here.

Ah HA... another smartie Canadian thing. So, while you are applying to live in Canada, you may leave and come back as many times as you please before your residency is final? You're not stuck there like you'd be stuck in the States?

This is very good news....... :)

I just asked the same thing in PM...

[neiks 19]

Ah HA... another smartie Canadian thing. So, while you are applying to live in Canada, you may leave and come back as many times as you please before your residency is final? You're not stuck there like you'd be stuck in the States?

No, you are not stuck in Canada and can usually come and go as you please. You would be documented on a visitor record (not allowed to work or study) and usually CIC will renew the visitor record past 6 months as long as you are keeping up with your Canada immigration process. Please note that it's not intended for the use of "hanging out" in Canada while your spouses US immigration case is pending. You must show your intend is to immigrate to Canada - meaning filing the appropriate paperwork diligently and paying the fees.

[Jeremy + Kristy 0]

Ah HA... another smartie Canadian thing. So, while you are applying to live in Canada, you may leave and come back as many times as you please before your residency is final? You're not stuck there like you'd be stuck in the States?

No, you are not stuck in Canada and can usually come and go as you please. You would be documented on a visitor record (not allowed to work or study) and usually CIC will renew the visitor record past 6 months as long as you are keeping up with your Canada immigration process. Please note that it's not intended for the use of "hanging out" in Canada while your spouses US immigration case is pending. You must show your intend is to immigrate to Canada - meaning filing the appropriate paperwork diligently and paying the fees.

Cool. I'm not going down that route until/unless we get denied the US visa for whatever reason. And then it would be my intention to immigrate there, and not just "hang out." I'm just afraid at how long/how much money I'd lose trying to sell my house, if it did come down to that. Although, I could probably rent it out.

[thermophile 0]

Neiks would know better, but I was told while I was on the TPR that it could be taken away from me whenever I left Canada. But it never was, I guess the border guards didn't want to have to issue me another one when I came back. My TPR was valid for 6 months and was just issued when I crossed the border with all my stuff. Renewal costs $75 and takes 2-3 weeks. One thing to keep in mind if you do go this route, Canadian citizens and PRs can't drive non-Canadian plated vehicles in Canada. so, you'll have to import your car quickly. I did all that while I was waiting for my landing papers.

Also, the fees have been reduced since h_bomb and I immigrated-I think now it's about $1000 paid all at once. I really found the Canadian immigration process much easier and definitely much faster than the US. Plus as long as you and Kristy live together 3 out of 5 years, you keep your PR status reguardless of where you actually live.

I didn't find Road to Canada very helpful-maybe it's more active now. I liked Britishexpats.com many are skilled worker immigrants but there seemed to be several other family class immigrants. the people arn't as nice as visajourney but most of my questions got answered

[Chica Yeyé 41]

If you need someone to teach the donor a "lesson", count on my budgies...

I hope you guys get this resolved. Why the blip is the donor being such an azz.... arghhhhh.

Keep us posted!!!!

L.

[KarenCee 3]

If you need someone to teach the donor a "lesson", count on my budgies...

I hope you guys get this resolved. Why the blip is the donor being such an azz.... arghhhhh.

Keep us posted!!!!

L.

Cuz he can...I'm dealing with one of those too...grrrrrr!

[kimmbo 0]

Also, the fees have been reduced since h_bomb and I immigrated-I think now it's about $1000 paid all at once. I really found the Canadian immigration process much easier and definitely much faster than the US. Plus as long as you and Kristy live together 3 out of 5 years, you keep your PR status reguardless of where you actually live. I didn't find Road to Canada very helpful-maybe it's more active now. I liked Britishexpats.com many are skilled worker immigrants but there seemed to be several other family class immigrants. the people arn't as nice as visajourney but most of my questions got answered

Just had to say I agree about the Canadian process...definetly easier and faster...

will give you the link to the group I used on Yahoo while going through the Canadian process... I havent been there in a couple of years but its still very active...

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/canadian_immigration/