One of the questions I am asked most often by the Canadian immigration practitioners (specially the beginners) is: “What is the best way to collect information for IMM forms?” After speaking with many practitioners and observing different practice models over the years, I have come to one conclusion: there is no one-size-fits-all approach. The best…
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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…
This page brings together important links from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), provincial and territorial immigration programs, and other community-based immigration programs across Canada. As an immigration practitioner, you may find these resources helpful for reviewing program requirements and staying up to date with the latest changes. While we make every effort to keep…
After months of studying, the last thing you want is to face unnecessary stress on exam day because of technical issues or an exam environment that doesn’t meet the requirements. Below is a practical checklist that every EPE candidate should review before the exam. 1. Make Sure Your Internet Connection Is Stable A reliable internet…
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…
Dear Colleagues, This is a general feedback template intended for situations where, based on an initial assessment, a client does not appear to have a strong profile or a viable pathway to obtain a Canadian visa or permanent residence under the current policies and trends. While the College does not mandate written feedback after initial…
Dear Colleagues, This is a general feedback template that may be used in situations where your client appears to have a strong profile and a reasonable possibility of securing a Canadian visa or permanent residence pathway. While the College does not mandate written feedback after initial consultation under the Retainer Agreement Regulation, providing a written…
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…