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US Entry Waivers
I-192 Advance Permission to Enter applications for Canadians deemed inadmissible to the United States due to a criminal record.
Who Is Inadmissible to the US?
Under US immigration law, individuals who have been convicted of — or who admit to — certain crimes are deemed inadmissible. This includes many Canadian criminal convictions, even those that resulted in no jail time, and even convictions for which a Record Suspension has been granted in Canada.
Common grounds of inadmissibility include: DUI/impaired driving, drug offences, theft, assault, fraud, and many others. US Customs and Border Protection has access to Canadian CPIC records at the border.
What Is an I-192 Waiver?
Form I-192, "Application for Advance Permission to Enter as a Nonimmigrant," is filed with US Customs and Border Protection and allows inadmissible individuals to enter the United States for a specified period and purpose. Waivers are typically granted for 1 to 5 years and can be renewed.
Documents We Gather
- Complete Canadian criminal record (CPIC and court documents)
- FBI identity history summary (if applicable)
- Personal statement and supporting character references
- Evidence of rehabilitation and good conduct
- Completed I-192 form and supporting package
Note on Processing Times
US CBP waiver processing times can range from several months to over a year. Applications should be submitted well in advance of planned travel. We keep you updated throughout the process via your client portal.
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