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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My Employer is Transferring Me to the United States

By Michael NirenJuly 21, 2021
Work in the USTemporary Visa
A Canadian citizen or other foreign national who is being transferred to the United States is still required to obtain the proper United States work visa in order to do so legally. Individuals who are being transferred to the United States or who wish to expand their business in the United States would be looking […]

Why would I need a visitor visa to enter Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 23, 2013
Visitor visas are necessary for certain travelers to Canada to ensure that they are only in Canada for a temporary period of time and do not remain in Canada to conduct activities that aren’t permitted, such as working or studying. Hundreds of thousands of people come to Canada every single year, and some of them […]
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Entering the US with a DUI

By Michael NirenApril 5, 2020
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A criminal record for DUI can make it more difficult for you to enter the United States for a visit, even if you are a Canadian citizen. Trying to enter the United States with a criminal record could result in your being denied entry, which can be highly upsetting and inconvenient. Even if the DUI […]
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About the TN Visa for the United States

By Michael NirenApril 6, 2020
Work in the USTN Visa
Did you know that there is a fast-tracked United States work visa that is exclusively available to Canadian citizens? Permanent residents of Canada are not eligible for this visa, nor are other foreign nationals aside from citizens of Mexico. How to Get a TN Visa to Work in the United States This visa is called […]
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Transferring to the United States With a L-1 Visa

By Michael NirenJuly 21, 2021
Work in the USTemporary Visa
United States work visas are necessary for individuals who want to work in the United States, even if they have a job offer or they are a Canadian citizen. In addition, a work permit or work visa is required if you are being transferred to the United States by an employer or you wish to […]

Do I need a visitor visa to enter Canada?

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2013
Did you know that hundreds of thousands of people come to visit Canada every single year? Not all of these people are able to just travel to Canada without a visa, however. Many of these visitors require a temporary visa in order to visit Canada for a temporary period of time. There are different types […]

Entering the United States with a DUI

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2013
A criminal record is the most common reason that travelers are unable to enter the United States, even if they have traveled a long way, bought plane tickets and spent a lot of money on their trip. If someone is deemed inadmissible to the United States because of something like a criminal record, they must […]

Refused entry to Canada

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2013
Canada welcomes hundreds of thousands of temporary visitors every single year – could you be one of them? Unfortunately, of the many people that come to Canada through the US-Canada land border or through Canadian airports, not everyone will be allowed into the country. This is for security reasons, but in some cases people who […]

Denied entry to Canada

By Michael NirenApril 22, 2013
Have you been denied entry to Canada, or know someone who has? It can come as a huge surprise when this happens, and it can be very disappointing. It does not matter what your plans were, whether you spent lots of money on an expensive skiing trip in Canada or you had a family emergency. […]
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Applying for a Temporary Resident Permit to Overcome Inadmissibility

By Michael NirenApril 5, 2020
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There are many different reasons why someone could be denied entry to Canada. In most cases, the foreign national is dealing with having a criminal record or a medical problem that causes the border officials to declare them inadmissible. Understanding Temporary Resident Permit to Overcome Inadmissibility These measures are meant to keep the Canadian borders […]
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Is there a Retirement Visa for the United States?

By Michael NirenApril 21, 2013
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Every year, many Canadian citizens flock to the United States in search of a warmer climate. Whether they only wish to spend their winters in the United States or they want to live in the United States permanently after they retire, they will have to do so through the proper channels and in the proper […]
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No One Knows if People Granted Ministerial Temporary Residency Permits Ever Left

By Michael NirenApril 3, 2020
Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney’s office is able to provide special Temporary Residence Permits for people who would be inadmissible to Canada otherwise and have exhausted any other means of getting into Canada. These types of visas are given out at the minister’s office’s discretion, while MPs can lobby the office to give […]

Why can someone be denied entry to the United States?

By Michael NirenApril 20, 2013
Did you know that a criminal record can result in your being denied entry to the United States? This means that if you have a criminal record, even if it is for a minor offense or is old, you could be asked to turn around and leave the United States should you try to enter. […]

The Gang Of 8 And United States Immigration Reform

By Michael NirenApril 20, 2013
A group of eight United States senators have revealed their immigration reform bill, which weighs in at 800 pages. The immigration reform bill is a “fair, comprehensive and practical solution” by the eight senators, a bipartisan group that includes former presidential candidate Senator John McCain.  What’s in the new United States immigration reform bill? In […]

Rallies held all over the United States for immigration reform

By Michael NirenMay 18, 2022
As United States lawmakers are gearing up to reveal a bill that would give undocumented immigrants a way to attain legal status, rallies were held all over the United States in support of giving undocumented immigrants legal means of obtaining citizenship.  Tens of thousands of people all over the country participated in the rallies, which […]
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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.
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Shahrzad Sh

“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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