If you are planning to apply for refugee protection in Canada, it is very important to understand the full process. Many claimants make serious mistakes simply because they don’t know what happens after applying.
A refugee claim is a request for protection made by a person who fears returning to their home country due to persecution, risk to life, or cruel treatment.
You can make a claim in 3 ways:
Once you claim, you will receive documents confirming your status as a refugee claimant.
Your case is first checked to see if it is eligible to be referred to the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB).
Some reasons for ineligibility include:
You will provide:
This is one of the most important parts of your case.
You must clearly explain:
Any inconsistency here can lead to refusal.
You will attend a hearing where a decision-maker (IRB member) will review your case.
They will:
The timeline varies:
New rules such as Bill C-12 Canada make timing and eligibility even more important.
If you need help understanding your situation: 📩 info@maplerouteimmigration.ca