Immigration Update: Immediate Family Members

Beginning tonight at 11: 59 p.m. foreign nationals (FNs) who are spouses as well as other immediate family members of Canadian citizens and permanent residents may travel to Canada to be with their family member for a minimum period of 15 days. However, they will need to observe any provincial restrictions and will also have to self-isolate for 14 days.

An immediate family member is:

• spouse or common-law partner

• dependent child, or a dependent child of the person's spouse or common-law partner

• parent or step-parent or the parent or step-parent of the person's spouse or common-law partner

• legal guardian

This travel restriction exemption does not apply to FNs who seek to come for short visits. Also, the rules currently in place for immediate family members of FNs that are studying or working in Canada remains.

All non-essential travel by air and land between the U.S. and Canada is prohibited as border remains closed until June 21.

Do you require to enter Canada and have any pertinent questions, contact JM Immigration – info@onecanadavisa.com