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Rushelle

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Jan 10, 2018
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So my husband been here since 2011. We got married this year and I want to sponsor him but do I need a lawyer since he been here so long. He
 
So my husband been here since 2011. We got married this year and I want to sponsor him but do I need a lawyer since he been here so long. He

Does he have valid status in Canada? That would be my first question.

My lawyer told me that having status in Canada only really makes a difference for getting the OPEN WORK PERMIT so that he could work while he was here.
 
Does he have valid status in Canada? That would be my first question.

My lawyer told me that having status in Canada only really makes a difference for getting the OPEN WORK PERMIT so that he could work while he was here.
No he does not have status in Canada
 
You don't need a lawyer. File an inland application. Make sure you are 100% honest about his history - including his immigration history in Canada, his current status and the length of his stay in Canada.

If he is currently working - I would very strong recommend that he stop.
 
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