Starting your journey as a solo Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC) is an exciting and meaningful step. As a licensed immigration professional, you’ll be helping individuals and families navigate Canada’s immigration system. But stepping into private practice also means managing the full range of your professional, operational, and business responsibilities. Understanding the typical yearly costs…
Dear Prospective RCICs, As you progress through the CICC membership process following your successful completion of the Entry-to-Practice Exam (EPE), one of the final evaluation stages involves a review of Good Character and Good Conduct. During this review, it is possible that the College may identify individuals with the same or similar names who have…
This article is designed to support both new and experienced Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) who are looking to streamline their daily operations without the burden of high monthly subscription costs. We’re not promoting any specific businesses or services—instead, we’re sharing practical tools and resources that have been recommended by our team and fellow RCIC…
As a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant (RCIC), choosing between operating as a sole proprietor or through an incorporated business in Canada can significantly impact your taxes, liability, and overall business operations. Below are some of the pros and cons of each option from the perspective of RCIC. However, for greater certainty and to determine the…
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You are required to follow all instructions provided by the CICC through their official email communications. However, this article aims to offer a general overview of the overall process, along with some additional tips that may be helpful. Please note that these suggestions are optional and should be considered at your own discretion. The key…
The fees charged by Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultants (RCICs) can vary widely depending on several key factors. It is important to note that the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants (CICC) has not established or approved a standardized fee table. CICC’s regulation says, “All fees shall be fair and reasonable”. Therefore, the onus goes to…
While you may already have your own approach and email templates for inviting clients to an initial consultation, the following tips may enhance your current strategy and support your business growth. 🔑 Before the Consultation Set Clear Expectations Clearly outline the scope and purpose of the initial consultation. Emphasize that this is an assessment,…
Before proceeding with this article, we strongly recommend reviewing the article on Client Account vs. Exemption for Client Account for RCICs. Which Option is Best? for better context and understanding. If you are considering using Client Account but are unsure which model to choose, the following insights may be helpful. According to the definitions provided on…