Immigration Law Edmonton - Salloum & Company

Immigration Law

At Salloum and Company, our Edmonton immigration lawyers guide individuals, families, and businesses through every aspect of Canadian immigration law from the first application to the final approval, and through every challenge in between.Alberta’s immigration landscape is dynamic and demanding. Whether you are building a new life in Edmonton, maintaining your status, or fighting to stay in Canada, our team provides strategic, personalized legal representation at every stage of the process. We understand what is at stake, and we are committed to getting it right.

Permanent Residency

Temporary Residency

Refugee & Humanitarian Protection

Immigration Appeals & Litigation

Inadmissibility & Rehabilitation

Criminal Law & Immigration

Canadian Citizenship

FAQs

Find answers to some of the most common questions our clients ask about our services and the legal process.

What immigration services does Salloum & Company offer in Edmonton?

Salloum & Company handles permanent residency, temporary residency, refugee and humanitarian protection, immigration appeals and litigation, inadmissibility and rehabilitation, and criminal law matters affecting immigration status. Serves individuals, families, and businesses across Alberta.

How do I apply for permanent residency in Canada?

Permanent residency runs through programs like Express Entry, Provincial Nominee streams, or family sponsorship. Eligibility depends on work history, education, language scores, and ties to Canada. A lawyer reviews your profile, identifies the strongest pathway, and prepares the application to reduce refusal risk.

What is the difference between temporary and permanent residency?

Temporary residency covers time-limited status: work permits, study permits, visitor visas. Permanent residency grants indefinite right to live and work anywhere in Canada and is a step toward citizenship. Permanent residents must meet a residency obligation of 730 days of physical presence in any 5-year period. Many applicants move from temporary to permanent status over time.

Can I appeal a refused immigration application?

Depends on the decision. Family sponsorship refusals, removal orders against permanent residents, and residency obligation cases go to the Immigration Appeal Division, generally within 30 days. Most visitor, study, and work permit refusals cannot be appealed to the IAD and instead require judicial review at the Federal Court, within 15 days if in Canada or 60 days if outside. Deadlines are strict, so act as soon as you receive the decision.

What does inadmissibility mean and can it be fixed?

Inadmissibility means Canada may bar entry or status due to criminal history, medical issues, misrepresentation, or security concerns. Options to overcome it include criminal rehabilitation, a temporary resident permit, or a legal response to the specific ground. Each pathway has its own eligibility rules and timelines.

How can a criminal charge affect my immigration status?

Criminal charges or convictions can trigger inadmissibility, removal proceedings, or refusal of future applications, even for permanent residents. Immigration and criminal consequences are assessed together, so coordinated legal advice protects both your status and your defence.

Who qualifies for refugee or humanitarian protection in Canada?

People facing persecution, risk of torture, or serious harm in their home country may claim refugee protection. Humanitarian and compassionate applications apply to those with strong establishment in Canada or hardship if removed. Both require detailed evidence and are decided case by case.

How much does an immigration lawyer cost in Edmonton?

Fees vary by matter type and complexity. Straightforward applications may be flat-fee; appeals and litigation are typically billed hourly or by stage. Salloum & Company reviews your situation and outlines expected costs before you commit.