Refugee Claims in Canada
Canada offers protection to individuals fleeing persecution, conflict, or human rights violations through its robust refugee and asylum system. At Eiffel Immigration, we provide trusted guidance for both inland refugee claimants and those seeking resettlement from abroad.
Who Qualifies as a Refugee?
You may be eligible if you:
Face a well-founded fear of persecution due to race, religion, political opinion, nationality, or social group (e.g., LGBTQ+, women at risk).
Are outside your home country and cannot return safely.
Meet the definition under Canada’s immigration law or the UN Refugee Convention.
Refugee Pathways in Canada
1. Refugee Claim Inside Canada (Asylum)
If you are already in Canada or at a port of entry:
File a claim with IRCC or CBSA
Submit a Basis of Claim (BOC) form
Attend a hearing with the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB)
If accepted, you can apply for Permanent Residency
2. Refugee Resettlement from Outside Canada
You may be eligible under:
Government-Assisted Refugees (GARs) through UNHCR
Privately Sponsored Refugees (PSRs) via Canadian sponsors
Blended Visa Office-Referred (BVOR) program
Legal Benefits During the Process
Refugee claimants may receive:
Open work permits
Basic health coverage (IFHP)
Legal aid services (in many provinces)
Protection from deportation until a final decision is made
If Your Claim Is Refused
You may still be eligible to:
Appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) or Federal Court
File a Pre-Removal Risk Assessment (PRRA)
Submit a Humanitarian and Compassionate (H&C) application
How Eiffel Immigration Supports You
Full claim preparation and BOC assistance
IRB hearing representation
Document collection and legal submissions
Work permit and health registration support
Guidance on private sponsorships and appeals
Book a Consultation Today
Refugee protection is time-sensitive. Let our experienced team help you navigate Canada’s asylum system with care, expertise, and urgency.
