Immigration program
Representation before the IRB
Representation and preparation before the Immigration and Refugee Board.
In one sentence
Be accompanied and represented at your hearing before the immigration tribunal.
- Who it's for
- You have received a summons or a decision from the IRB.
- How long
- Depends on the decision rendered
- Can you work
- Depends on your status at the time of the process
- What it costs
- FamiVisa fees: communiqués après évaluation de votre profil.
Description
What the support includes
The Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) hears asylum claims and certain related proceedings. FamiVisa provides hearing preparation and, where applicable, representation of the applicant before the Board under a mandate.
- Representation before the IRB
- Hearing preparation
- Follow-up on appeals
Who this service is for
- People summoned to a hearing before the IRB
- People wishing to be represented by an authorized consultant
- People considering an appeal following a decision
Process
Main steps
Analysis of the file and the decision or summons
Hearing preparation: account, evidence, and foreseeable questions
Representation before the Board, where applicable
Follow-up on the decision and information on possible appeals
Support for subsequent steps
Typically required documents
- IRB summons or decision
- Asylum claim file and prior documents
- Documents and evidence supporting the proceedings
- Testimony and additional evidence
Points to consider
- Representation before the IRB requires rigorous preparation.
- Appeal deadlines are strict and must be respected.
- The outcome depends on the Board members and the applicant's situation.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Next step
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