Posts by Michael Niren

Mr. Niren is CEO of VisaPlace LLC and the President and Managing Partner of VisaPlace Legal Canada, an immigration law firm based in Toronto, and VisaPlace Legal US a law firm registered in The District of Columbia, USA. Mr. Niren is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada, the Canadian Bar Association’s Citizenship and Immigration Section, American Lawyers Association, and an Associate Member of the American Bar Association.

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Who is Eligible For Express Entry to Canada?

By Michael NirenJune 7, 2020
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As of January 1, 2015, the new express entry system came into play that has revolutionized the Canadian immigration system. So far, thousands of candidates have been issued invitations to apply for Canadian permanent residence under the new scheme. But who is eligible? We’re going to explain more about the new system below. Express Entry Eligibility Anyone […]

China Submits over 80 Percent of U.S. Investment Visa Applications

By Michael NirenDecember 19, 2019
According to recent findings by real estate firm Savills Studley, over 80 per cent of EB-5 investment visa applications are made up of Mainland Chinese applicants. The firm claims that this particular trend is significantly increasing demand for commercial property, with many looking for office space to conduct their businesses. The EB-5 investment visa program has so far provided a welcome injection of billions […]
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Can I Get a Green Card from an E-2 Visa?

By Michael NirenJune 25, 2024
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U.S. employers and foreign investors should understand the various ways to transition from a nonimmigrant E-2 Treaty Investor visa to a green card (permanent residency). While the E-2 visa is a great starting point for foreign investors wanting to establish or run a business in the U.S., it’s important to remember it’s a temporary visa […]
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EB-1C Green Card for Multinational Executives and Managers

By Michael NirenOctober 1, 2015
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(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Today, I want to discuss a not very well known option for a U.S. permanent residents under the EB1C category. That’s for executives or managers of multi-national companies. Now these companies don’t have to be huge companies, […]

Scott Walker’s Idea of a Border Wall Between Canada and the US

By Michael NirenSeptember 30, 2015
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren Immigration Lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Scott Walker U.S. Presidential candidate has stated that if he were to be elected president he would consider erecting a fence between United States and Canada. Now, we have heard of a lot of crazy ideas from […]

LA Kings Slava Voynov Detained by Immigration Officials

By Michael NirenSeptember 29, 2015
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi this is Michael Niren, Immigration Lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. Apparently Slava Voynov, I think I’m pronouncing his name right, defense-man for the Los Angeles Kings hockey team, has been detained by immigration. He’s under immigration detention on allegations of domestic abuse, which is a terrible thing […]
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Canada Visa for Parents Approved 2015

By Michael NirenSeptember 28, 2015
Family ImmigrationParent & Grandparent
Parent Visa Approved! “I like to thank you Subhihi Siddiqui and Bianca Migalbin for helping us to get our parents visa approved. Finally it got approved and they are here with us now. It wouldn’t be possible without Niren & Associates. I would recommend you to anyone who is looking for Canadian visa. They were […]

What Happens to My Visa Application After I File It?

By Michael NirenJanuary 8, 2020
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, this is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of VisaPlace.com. We we’re asked this question. What happens to my application once I file it with the government? The context of the question is we’re handling your case. You hire a lawyer. You hire a law firm to […]

Need help Extending your stay in Canada?

By Michael NirenSeptember 27, 2015
How we help people stay in Canada “I really feel happy to have chosen this firm to represent my mother’s application to extend her stay in Canada. Even though the situation was pretty complicated the lawyer assigned to me and her assistant were absolutely great in obtaining a successful outcome. Very professional, extremely supportive, serious […]

What Should Canada Do About the Syrian Refugee Crisis?

By Michael NirenSeptember 25, 2015
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, I’m Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. A lot of discussion has surrounded the crisis is Syria, the refugee Syrian crisis. And governments and people are asking what should we do about it. Should we take is tens of thousands of refugees? Should we screen […]

Bringing my family together in Canada! Thank you Immigration Lawyers

By Michael NirenSeptember 23, 2015
Michael and his team have done a superb job helping us bring family to Canada. We applied to bring four orphaned siblings and the staff went through all the options we had, as sibling sponsorship are often a difficult application to be accepted. While the process took longer than expected it was through no fault […]
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Good News for Nurses Interested in US Work: The H-1B Visa

By Michael NirenSeptember 14, 2015
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If you’re a nurse who wants to go work in the United States, the H-1B Visa may now be an option. The H-1B Visa is a temporary worker visa designed for non-immigrant applicants in specialty occupations, including careers focused on medicine. Because the standard required education for H-1B Visas is a post-secondary degree with at […]
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5 Minute Guide To Getting an H-1B Visa For Teachers

By Michael NirenDecember 13, 2020
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The H1-B visa program was created to allow US based organizations to employ foreign based nationals who work in an occupation that requires theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge, and attainment of a bachelor’s or higher degree in the specific specialty (or its equivalent). Most professionals qualify for the program […]
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Immigration to the US as a Truck Driver

By Michael NirenDecember 29, 2020
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According to the American Trucking Associations, “To move 9.2 billion tons of freight annually requires nearly 3 million heavy-duty Class 8 trucks and over 3 million truck drivers.” America needs truck drivers. If you are a foreign worker hoping to work as a truck driver in the US, you may be served best by applying […]
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Beware This Phone Scam Targeting New Immigrants

By Michael NirenAugust 22, 2015
As if new immigrants to Canada didn’t have enough problems, a new immigration scam is making the rounds fooling a lot of newcomers into giving up their money. The scam has received attention in Calgary but is potentially affecting any new immigrants, particularly of East Indian descent. Posing as Government Officials Various reports from the Calgary area […]
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Lisanne Cholette

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BERLITA COLLADO

I am so very thankful to the VISAPACE team for making it all come true and possible from my Open Work Permit to my Permanent Residence, you make it all happen .Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart , Thank you for being part of my achievements. Now I am now a Permanent Residence through the effort, power and knowledge of VISAPLACE LEGAL TEAM.
Sending you my best appreciation and thank you.

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“I truly want to thank Mansi. Her patience and thoughtful advices made a big difference for me. Her recommendations were not only helpful but also gave me clearer insight. Words can’t fully express how grateful I am for her support.”

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kevin geoffrey

Visa place helped me with my daughter’s sponsorship 3 years ago. Last week I contacted them for some clarification on a different matter. It was about an issue which technically was a problem of CIC’s software glitch and had nothing to do with Visa Place.
Yet Reena Sandu was assigned for my case. she helped me with enthusiasm and showed no hesitation despite me being an ex-client from 3 years ago.
I was very happy that even after 3 years of finishing business, Visa Place were respectful of their clients. Special thanks again to Reena for her enthusiasm and support.

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Nessie Leigh Ilarde

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