You could be deemed inadmissible to Canada if you have a criminal record or are involved in criminal activity. However, there are several ways to overcome criminal inadmissibility.

You are authorized to apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) or for criminal rehabilitation application if you are deemed inadmissible for serious criminality or criminality.

Criminal rehabilitation application is basically an assessment of your current lifestyle and the possibility of your involvement in future criminal activity.

The conditions of your rehabilitation depend on the nature of your crime, the duration of imprisonment, and whether the crime was committed in Canada or abroad.

Who is Eligible for Criminal Rehabilitation Application?

Criminal rehabilitation essentially wipes out the reasons for criminal inadmissibility. You can apply for different kinds of rehabilitation based on your situation:

Criminal Rehabilitation Application: You could request absolution for a crime committed abroad by applying for criminal rehabilitation.

To be eligible for rehabilitation, you must have committed the crime outside Canada. Also, there must be a proper conviction, 5 years should have passed since the required sentencing period and fines or probation were completed.

a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) or criminal rehabilitation if 5 years have elapsed since completing your sentencing.

What are the Types of Rehabilitation?

Deemed Rehabilitation: You can be deemed rehabilitated if you were convicted of a nonserious offense and 10 years have passed since the completion of the imprisonment period.

You could apply for a deemed rehabilitation if your conviction has a maximum sentence of fewer than 10 years.

You are not eligible to apply for deemed rehabilitation if you were charged with vandalism, hurting someone physically with a weapon, etc.

Individual Rehabilitation: You can permanently overcome criminal inadmissibility by applying for individual rehabilitation 5 years after the completion of your sentencing period.

You will be required to provide adequate documentation to support your claim of eligibility for criminal rehabilitation.

However, if you have committed a crime inside Canada, then you are not eligible to apply for any form of criminal rehabilitation.

You are required to apply for a record suspension from the Parole Board of Canada (PBC) to overcome it. You will only be eligible to apply to the PBC if a specified time has elapsed since the end of your sentencing period.

What are the Requirements for Applying for Rehabilitation?

You are required to satisfy the immigration authorities that you are not going to be involved in any form of further criminal activity. You must provide evidence of the following kind:

• Proof of leading a stable lifestyle
• Proof of permanent residency
• Proof of employment and financial stability
• Letters of reference to support your statement

What is the Alternative to Rehabilitation Application?

If you want to visit Canada before the specified time, then you could apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP). A TRP authorizes otherwise inadmissible individuals to enter Canada for a period of time.

However, you must provide a justified reason for visiting Canada that outweighs the risk of allowing you to enter the country.

Is drinking under the influence considered a serious offense?

A Drinking Under the Influence (DUI) charge is considered a serious offense as it is punishable with a maximum of 10 years of imprisonment. However, you will be deemed rehabilitated if 10 years have elapsed since the completion of your sentencing.DUIs are often associated with alcohol, however, any drug use could impair driving.

Can I go back to Canada if I was deported because of criminality?

You are required to apply for an Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC) if you want to return after being deported.

Are traffic violations considered for criminal inadmissibility?

No, traffic violations are not considered for criminal inadmissibility as they come under the jurisdiction of provincial governments.

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