How does an Inadmissible person get into Canada?
Those who have been convicted of an offense outside Canada, and have had 5 years elapse since the termination of the custodial portion (if any) of the sentence imposed (not the sentence served), may apply for a Minister’s APPROVAL OF REHABILITATION. The Minister’s Approval will permanently remove the inadmissibility caused by conviction. Persons who committed criminal activity or were convicted of criminal offenses outside Canada can apply for approval of rehabilitation by the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration if five years have passed since the end of the criminal activity or the completion of the sentence. Persons who wish to enter Canada but are ineligible for approval of rehabilitation because not enough time has passed can complete the form and check “For Information Only”. An immigration officer will decide if a Temporary Resident/Minister’s Permit for temporary admission is warranted. If less than 5 years have elapsed, or if persons are only seeking entry to Canada for a s
