Refugee Claims

Refugee & Asylum Lawyer in Surrey, BC - Justin S. Bhangu

Who Can Make a Refugee Claim?

Cannot return to your home country? Do you face a threat in your home country?

Do you have a reasonable fear of persecution if you were to return to your home country based on any of the following:

  • Race
  • Religion
  • Nationality
  • Political Opinion
  • Membership in a social group, such as gender and sexual orientation.
Convention Refugee Eligibility

Convention refugees are those individuals who are in Canada and cannot return to their home country based on a well founded fear of persecution because of their:

  • Race
  • Religion
  • Political Opinion
  • Nationality
  • Being part of a targeted social group (females, sexual orientation, and social status,
    caste and others).
Person In Need Of Protection Eligibility

Any person who is in need of protection is a person inside Canada who cannot return to their home country and live safely due to:

  • Danger of Torture
  • Risk To Your Life
  • Risk of Cruel and Unusual Treatment and or Punishment
Applying For a Refugee Status

Applying for Refugee Status is a complicated process. The application process can be complex and completing the application forms, providing supporting documentation and attending an interview with Immigration.

Your Refugee Application must be submitted properly the first time. It is essential to complete the Refugee Application with a Lawyer with experience and who can guide you throughout the process. We have extensive experience with Refugee & Asylum Lawyer in Surrey, BC – Justin S. Bhangu and will assist you in completing the entire application from start to finish.

Have you made a Claim for Refugee Protection at an Airport in Canada with the CBSA?

It is important to get legal advice immediately. You only have 45 days to complete your application and submit it to the CBSA/IRCC to assure timely processing. Do not delay. We have extensive experience with CBSA Airport Claims.

If you have been sent back from the United States of America (“USA”) after spending time in a detention centre in the USA and have made a Refugee Claim with the CBSA, we can help. We assist Clients with CBSA Refugee & Asylum Lawyer in Surrey, BC – Justin S. Bhangu regularly and can provide guidance and legal representation throughout the entire process from the application to the hearing stage.

If so, contact us immediately! Don’t delay or risk a refusal. We are one call away. If any of these apply to you – CALL US NOW!

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What is a Refugee Claim or Asylum?

A refugee claim also referred to as asylum in Canada refers to the process by which individuals who are fleeing persecution, war, or violence in their home countries seek protection and asylum in Canada. When someone arrives in Canada and claims refugee status, they are essentially asking the Canadian government for protection because they fear persecution or danger if they were to return to their home country.

The refugee claim process involves several steps, including:

The individual must make their refugee claim either at a port of entry into Canada (such as an airport or border crossing) or within Canada at an immigration office or border services office.

Once the claim is made, the individual will have a hearing before the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada (IRB). At the hearing, they will present their case, explaining why they fear returning to their home country and why they believe they qualify for refugee protection under Canadian law.

The RPD will assess the claim based on the individual’s testimony, any supporting evidence, and Canadian refugee law. They will decide whether the individual is eligible for refugee protection in Canada.

If the claim is rejected, there may be opportunities for appeal through various levels of the Canadian legal system.

If the claim is accepted, the individual will be granted protected person status in Canada allowing you and your family to apply for Permanent Residence (“PR”).

Canada has a legal and humanitarian obligation under international law to protect refugees, and the refugee claim process is designed to fulfill this obligation while also ensuring the integrity of the immigration system.

You have rights in Canada, Mr. Bhangu understands Immigration and Refugee Law and has experience at both the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada and the Immigration Division.

We specialize in Immigration and Refugee Cases and can guide you with the entire process and handle your claim from start to finish.

Why hire a Refugee Lawyer in Canada?

There are several reasons why someone seeking refugee status in Canada might choose to hire a refugee lawyer:

Bhangu focuses and specializes his practice on Refugee & Asylum Lawyer in Surrey, BC – Justin S. Bhangu, Immigration Cases and Immigration and Refugee Appeals.

Refugee hearings can be intimidating and complex proceedings. Having a lawyer by your side to represent you and advocate on your behalf can provide reassurance and ensure that your case is presented effectively to the decision-makers.

Navigating the refugee claim process can be challenging, and the outcome of a claim can have life-altering consequences. By hiring a refugee lawyer, individuals can maximize their chances of success by benefiting from their knowledge, experience, and strategic approach to presenting the case.

Gathering and presenting evidence to support a refugee claim is crucial for its success. Mr. Bhangu and his team can help gather and organize relevant documentation, such as personal statements, country condition reports, medical records, and witness testimonies, to strengthen the case.

Throughout the refugee claim process, individuals may encounter various legal issues and procedural complexities. A refugee lawyer can provide personalized legal advice, explain rights and responsibilities, and guide the individual through each stage of the process.

If a refugee claim is rejected, there may be opportunities for appeal. A refugee lawyer can assist with the appeal process, including preparing and presenting arguments before the Refugee Appeal Division and Federal Court of Canada with Applications for Leave and Judicial Review.

Overall, hiring a refugee lawyer and choosing our team at Bhangu Law assures that we provide individuals with the necessary support, guidance, and legal representation to navigate the refugee claim process effectively and increase their chances of obtaining refugee protection in Canada.

Mr. Bhangu has successfully represented Refugee Claimants from multiple countries such as: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Mexico, Nigeria, Uganda, Rwanda, Columbia, Philippines, China, Afghanistan, Iran, Syria, Myanmar, and Brazil to name a few.

We have experience handing claims from nearly every continent, and provide reliable, knowledgeable and professional representation from the start of your claim to the conclusion.

Mr. Bhangu can assist you no matter what language you speak, and regularly represents Clients who do not speak the English language with the assistance of qualified interpreters.

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