Saturday, May 11, 2013

How can I find out whether an offense committed outside Canada is considered a criminal offense in Canada?


This is a very difficult and complex task. It involves comparing the elements of Canadian law with those of the foreign jurisdiction. 
It is recommended that you file a “for information only” application for rehabilitation to have Citizenship & Immigration Canada review your eligibility.  This will not prejudice any future applications and may, in some instances, still be processed if you are eligible.