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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How to Qualify for an LMIA Work Permit

By Michael NirenAugust 20, 2021
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I’d like to talk to you about some recent important changes that have been made to the work permit application process. Specifically, Labor Market Impact Assessment or LMIA. The LMIA has commonly replaced the LMO, Labor Market Opinion, and this is one of the first steps in the work permit approval process. In order to […]
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How to Sponsor your Spouse to Canada

By Michael NirenDecember 3, 2019
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Hello, everyone. My name is Hishgee Bessey from visaplace.com. Today I would like to talk about sponsoring your spouse or common-law partner. If you’re a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident who married a foreign national, you may be eligible to sponsor your spouse. Canadian government gives a priority to such kind of application, recognizing […]
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More Candidates Without Job Offers Accepted into Express Entry Draw

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2015
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As recently reported by CIC News, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) performed the latest draw from the express entry pool, and issued 925 invitations to candidates with more than 469 Comprehensive Ranking System points. The Express Entry System Works The latest results followed the announcement that the first few successful Express Entry applicants had already […]
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Quota Reached for EB-5 Visas as Wealthy Chinese Flood the System

By Michael NirenNovember 19, 2020
As recently reported by CNN Money, the US has reached its annual quota of EB-5 immigrant investor visas and has warned there will be no more spaces left for Chinese applicants after May 1, 2015. It’s the second year in a row the annual supply of EB-5 immigrant investor visas, which provide green cards to immigrants who can invest […]
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5 Misconceptions (and one Truth) About the US Immigration Process

By Michael NirenApril 21, 2015
Are you able to separate US immigration myths from fact? At VisaPlace, we see so many myths and misconceptions flying around the internet, and sometimes it can get a little confusing, especially when you don’t know who to believe. To help make life a bit easier, we’ve put together five of the biggest misconceptions about […]
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What to Expect at an E-2 Visa Interview

By Michael NirenFebruary 11, 2020
Work in the USInvestor Visa
Hello. My name is Danielle Grbic from visaplace.com. I’m here today to discuss with you what to expect during your E-2 visa interview that is scheduled at a US consulate across Canada. Many of our clients ask us what to expect, how to prepare and what would be the possible outcomes of an E-2 visa interview? […]
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Don’t Make These Common US Citizenship Application Mistakes

By Michael NirenApril 17, 2015
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Are you worried that your US citizenship application won’t be accepted? It can be daunting, especially because any errors you make could end up affecting your chances of becoming an official US citizen. We’ve put together five of the biggest mistakes you can make on your US citizenship application, so you know exactly what to […]
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What To Do Once You’re an Express Entry Candidate

By Michael NirenApril 14, 2015
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  Congratulations if you have been placed in the Express Entry pool of candidates! Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has done so only after evaluating your Express Entry profile and finding you eligible. Once in the pool, it is crucial to understand and be aware of the following: One Year – You will be in the pool for […]
Tricky US Immigration System More Difficult than Instagram

Tricky US Immigration System More Difficult than Building Instagram, Says Co-Founder

By Michael NirenApril 10, 2015
Can you imagine a world without Instagram? Nor can we, but according to co-founder Mike Krieger, it almost didn’t happen thanks to the long delays that come with navigating the US immigration system. The photo filtering and sharing app may be one of the most popular around, but apparently getting a visa took Krieger a lot longer than actually building Instagram in the […]
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Henry Burris to Receive Help from Immigration Canada

By Michael NirenApril 9, 2015
In a surprising Easter Sunday development, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) has vowed to come to the aid of RedBlacks quarterback Henry Burris in light of the latest immigration mess. As spokesperson for CIC, Kevin Menard responded in an official statement: “We will work with the Ottawa RedBlacks and Mr. Burris to ensure he can remain in Canada.” He continued: “Mr. Burris has […]

Temporary Foreign Workers Have to Leave Canada April 1, 2015

By Michael NirenDecember 19, 2019
(Below is a transcription of this video) Hi, This is Michael Niren, immigration lawyer and founder of visaplace.com. It’s April 1st, 2015. Normally I would make an April fool’s joke, but today is, unfortunately, a sad day for a certain class of people in Canada, temporary foreign workers. Approximately 70,000 Temporary Foreign Workers Will Be […]
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Knowing the EB-5 Visa Requirements Can Make or Break Your Application

By Michael NirenJanuary 30, 2020
Work in the USInvestor Visa
If it’s always been your dream to immigrate to the United States, an EB-5 visa could be your perfect opportunity – provided you follow all the necessary requirements. Background The EB-5 immigrant investor visa was created by Congress to make investing in the US an attractive prospect for potential immigrants, while at the same time creating jobs for American […]

China Permits 10-Year Visa to Canadians

By Michael NirenApril 6, 2015
Are you looking to travel to China anytime soon? If so, you may be pleasantly surprised by the recent Canada-China immigration news. Last month, the announcement was made that a 10 year China visa will be available for Canadians looking to visit China, as reported by Canada Business Review. Below, we’re going to take a look at what the […]

When the Boss Says, ‘We Can’t Keep You’: How Does This Affect Your Citizenship?

By Michael NirenApril 3, 2015
Are you worried about how losing your job may affect your US citizenship? Whether you’re a permanent resident working towards citizenship, or you already have your green card, losing your job can be a particularly stressful time. Try not to worry, as we’re going to explain both scenarios in detail below: If You’re a Permanent […]
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More Canadian Immigrants are Choosing the West Over Toronto

By Michael NirenApril 1, 2015
As recently reported by The Calgary Herald, more immigrants to Canada are choosing the west over Toronto. The number of new immigrants settling in Toronto has dropped from 48% in 2000, to 33% in 2010. According to a report by Statistics Canada, medium-sized cities on the Prairies seem to be one of the most popular new […]
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I have nothing but praise! The entire team was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and kind, especially Mansi Sanghiv. She patiently explained everything I needed to know and resolved all of my concerns. I felt safe and well taken care of throughout the entire process. I am extremely satisfied with the service and experience, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone looking for quality, dedication, and trust.

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Mansi has been helping me navigate through a new chapter in my life. It has been a huge comfort to be able to lean on her knowledge and expertise and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

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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

Thank you very much for helping me get my new visa! I appreciate Ms. Felicita and her colleagues for guiding us through the process making sure that everything is precise. Highly recommend your firm. Thanks again 🙂

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Mansi Sanghvi has been nothing for of remarkable for me. I have been dealing with a visa, immigration issues , and any time I have to call her, she has been there to answer any questions. Has answers to every question and is there to HELP YOU. Truly could not recommend her more.