Boyfriend has DUI in the U.S., can he still immigrate to Canada?

[goldirocks]

Hello,

My boyfriend had a DUI in the U.S. a few years ago (about 2 years since finished probation). I'd like to know if I marry my boyfriend and apply for him to enter Canada, will he be considered inadmissible? Or is there a chance he could still get in?

 

[CanadianJeepGuy]

Hello,

My boyfriend had a DUI in the U.S. a few years ago (about 2 years since finished probation). I'd like to know if I marry my boyfriend and apply for him to enter Canada, will he be considered inadmissible? Or is there a chance he could still get in?

Charges for drinking and driving are taken very seriously here. Please read the following:

http://www.canadianimmigration.net/criminality-and-inadmissibility/dui-canada-entry.html#.UZrbrCaEi00

 

[scylla]

Hello,

My boyfriend had a DUI in the U.S. a few years ago (about 2 years since finished probation). I'd like to know if I marry my boyfriend and apply for him to enter Canada, will he be considered inadmissible? Or is there a chance he could still get in?

He's inadmissible to Canada (both as an immigrant and visitor) until five years have passed since the completion of his probation. So you have another three years to wait before you can sponsor him. Getting married won't change things.

 

[goldirocks]

He's inadmissible to Canada (both as an immigrant and visitor) until five years have passed since the completion of his probation. So you have another three years to wait before you can sponsor him. Getting married won't change things.

I have since found out that this is incorrect information as he has the option of applying for a temporary resident permit. Please be careful when posting your information that out is correct as it can affect peoples lives.

 

[LeisaP]

I have since found out that this is incorrect information as he has the option of applying for a temporary resident permit. Please be careful when posting your information that out is correct as it can affect peoples lives.

He can also apply for criminal rehab to get it removed, i think thats after 5 years though, than he can apply for PR.

 

[on-hold]

You question was 'apply for him', which means sponsoring -- Scylla was completely correct. Furthermore, the right your boyfriend has is to apply for a TRV, you would have to consult a specialist to see if he actually has a chance of getting one.

A basic principle of the Internet is that, when using free advice or service, you refrain from being rude if it doesn't meet your expectations.

 

[CanadianJeepGuy]

I have since found out that this is incorrect information as he has the option of applying for a temporary resident permit. Please be careful when posting your information that out is correct as it can affect peoples lives.

In the application it requires him to document any criminal offenses or charges against him. DUI will make him inadmissible unless he complies with specific conditions to overcome it.

If you are CRIMINALLY inadmissible, you must also submit the following documents:
A criminal clearance certificate from the National police authorities in all countries where you have resided
at least six months since reaching the age of 18, including an FBI certificate for the United States and (if
appropriate) an RCMP certificate for Canada. This clearance must be based on a fingerprint check. See our
Police Certificate Instructions.

State police certificates and local police certificates from all the locations, in the United States, where
you have resided at least six months since reaching the age of 18. Communicate with State and local
authorities regarding instructions for the obtainment of such documents.
Three letters of reference from responsible citizens (parole board, public officials, respectable private
citizens, clergymen).

A copy of each court judgement made against you which must clearly show the charge, the section of the
law under which you were charged, the verdict and the sentence.

The foreign or Canadian laws under which you were charged or convicted. You can obtain copies of
foreign laws by contacting local police authorities, lawyers, the courthouse where the offence occurred, visiting
your local law library, or searching the internet. If you need information about another country, their local
embassy or consulate may be able to help you.

Your description of the events giving rise to the offence (and any extenuating circumstances).

The information provided here is made in good faith but does not preclude you from exercising your due diligence. You will receive better advice if you ask more detailed questions. You want to marry your boyfriend and sponsor him to live here permanently not temporarily.

 

[MissDominica]

I have since found out that this is incorrect information as he has the option of applying for a temporary resident permit. Please be careful when posting your information that out is correct as it can affect peoples lives.

Scylla is completely correct, actually. He is unable to immigrate (move here) or VISIT on a regular visitor visa because of his criminal history. He could "hypothetically" apply for a temporary resident permit, but these are given out only in severe circumstances. Wanting your bf to visit you in Canada is not a special circumstance, or thousands of people would be getting these visas. By all accounts, your boyfriend will NOT be permitted to enter and, even if he were, it would require a lot of paper work, time, legal counsel, etc. (most of which is usually unsuccessful in the end). Most likely, he will not be able to enter Canada for a number of years, even with legal help, etc.