FStopped at the Border? You Need Immediate Legal Clearance.

If you have been denied entry to Canada at Pearson Airport or a land border crossing, the clock is ticking. Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers have broad powers to turn you away for past mistakes—even a DUI from 10 years ago.

At Cambria Law, we specialize in Inadmissibility Solutions. We don’t just write letters; we build legal applications (TRPs and Rehabilitation) that compel CBSA to let you in. Whether you are a business traveler, a visiting family member, or a permanent resident facing a report, we clear the path.

Why Were You Denied? (The 3 Common Reasons)

1. Criminal Inadmissibility (DUI / DWI)

This is the #1 reason for refusal. Under Canadian law, a “DUI” is considered “Serious Criminality.” Even if it was a misdemeanor in the USA or happened 20 years ago, it can bar you from Canada for life.

2. Misrepresentation (The 5-Year Ban)

If an officer believes you lied on a visa application or omitted a detail (even accidentally), they can issue a 5-Year Ban from Canada. This is a serious immigration charge that requires a vigorous legal defense to overturn.

3. Non-Compliance (Overstaying)

If you previously overstayed a visa or worked without authorization, you may need specific permission (ARC) to return.

Our Solutions: How We Get You Across the Border

We use three primary legal tools to overcome inadmissibility. We analyze your timeline to choose the right one.

1. Temporary Resident Permit (TRP)

  • The “Fast Pass”: If you have a compelling reason to enter Canada (business meeting, family emergency) but are inadmissible, we apply for a TRP.

  • The Result: This grants you entry for a specific trip, bypassing your inadmissibility temporarily. We can often prepare these urgent applications in days.

2. Criminal Rehabilitation

  • The “Permanent Fix”: If 5 years have passed since you completed your entire sentence (including probation/fines), we apply for Rehabilitation.

  • The Result: Once approved, your record is “wiped clean” for Canadian immigration purposes. You never have to worry about being stopped at the border again.

3. Authorization to Return to Canada (ARC)

  • For Deportees: If you received a Removal Order in the past, you cannot simply return. You must apply for an ARC.

  • The Strategy: We prove that you have obeyed the law since leaving and that your return poses no risk to Canada.

Fighting a Misrepresentation Ban

Did an officer accuse you of lying? A finding of misrepresentation destroys your global travel reputation. We challenge these findings by proving:

  • Innocent Error: The mistake was not material to the application.

  • Bad Faith: The officer ignored your explanations.

  • Procedural Fairness: You were not given a chance to respond to the accusation.

Don’t Risk Your Travel Plans.

Trying to cross again without a legal solution will lead to a permanent ban or arrest.