RCIC Sharmin Alam

05/27/2026

May the spirit of Eid illuminate your heart and fill your home with joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a beautiful, peaceful, and blessed Eid Al-Adha!

05/26/2026

Big news for Malaysian & Indonesian travelers!

Starting TODAY (May 26, 5:30 a.m. ET), eligible citizens of Malaysia and Indonesia NO LONGER need a Canadian visitor visa to fly to or through Canada! 🙌

You qualify if you:
✅ Have held a Canadian TRV in the past 10 years, OR
✅ Currently hold a valid US non-immigrant visa

Simply apply for an eTA instead — faster, easier, done! ✈️

05/26/2026

🍁 Canada keeps the momentum going!
IRCC issued 334 ITAs in the latest PNP Express Entry draw (May 25, 2026) with a minimum CRS score of 805. That's 28 draws already in 2026 — and the year is barely half over!
Are you in the pool? Drop your CRS score below 👇
Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

🍁 Canada keeps the momentum going!

IRCC issued 334 ITAs in the latest PNP Express Entry draw (May 25, 2026) with a minimum CRS score of 805. That's 28 draws already in 2026 — and the year is barely half over!

Are you in the pool? Drop your CRS score below 👇

Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/19/2026

Did you know that to become a citizen of Canada, permanent residents have to pass test?
Here are 8 thing to know before taking Canada's Online Citizenship Test!
Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/18/2026

📢 Important Update for Citizenship Certificate Applicants Outside Canada & the US!

If you are applying for a Canadian Citizenship Certificate (Proof of Citizenship) from outside Canada or the United States

Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/15/2026

A question we get asked a lot: "Why do you charge for a consultation?"
Here's the honest answer: When you meet with us, you're not just getting a conversation. You're getting:
🔍 Research – We dig deep into your specific circumstances and the latest immigration rules
⏰ Time – We spend hours strategizing the best approach for YOUR unique situation
📋 Preparation – We review documents, identify gaps, and plan every step ahead
💡 Experience – We bring years of expertise to the table
Consultation fees aren't just for talking—they reflect the professional expertise, time, and resources. We invest our expertise to help you succeed.
Your immigration journey is too important to leave to chance. Let's work together.
Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

A question we get asked a lot: "Why do you charge for a consultation?"

Here's the honest answer: When you meet with us, you're not just getting a conversation. You're getting:
🔍 Research – We dig deep into your specific circumstances and the latest immigration rules
⏰ Time – We spend hours strategizing the best approach for YOUR unique situation
📋 Preparation – We review documents, identify gaps, and plan every step ahead
💡 Experience – We bring years of expertise to the table

Consultation fees aren't just for talking—they reflect the professional expertise, time, and resources. We invest our expertise to help you succeed.

Your immigration journey is too important to leave to chance. Let's work together.

Have questions? DM us or book a consultation! 🎯
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/12/2026

🇨🇦 Important update for restoration of status in Canada!

Instead of restoring your original work or study permit status, you can now apply to get a visitor status! 🙌
IRCC updated its rules on May 1, 2026, making this option officially available for those who've lost their temporary resident status.

What you need to know:
✅ Apply within 90 days of permit expiry — this deadline does NOT move
✅ You must remain inside Canada while your application is processed
✅ File a Visitor Record (IMM 5708) alongside your restoration application
⛔ You cannot work or study while your restoration is being processed
⚠️ Approval is not guaranteed — it's highly discretionary
📌 Being out-of-status during processing can still affect future PR applications, even if restoration is approved

This is a last resort, not a loophole. Always try to maintain valid status and consult a licensed immigration consultant or lawyer before applying.

Contact Aclara Immigration Today:
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/08/2026

Quebec has officially announced the return of the (PEQ) for a limited 2-year period, restoring a key pathway to Permanent Residency (PR) in Canada.

The decision, confirmed by Premier Christine Fréchette, comes after earlier suspension of the program that left many applicants uncertain about their immigration future. The PEQ has historically been used by thousands of international workers and students to transition toward permanent status in Quebec.

While the reopening brings relief, immigration experts caution that the process will remain strict, requiring candidates to provide strong proof of employment and continuous eligibility from the time of arrival.

For many temporary residents, especially those nearing visa expiry, the announcement offers both opportunity and pressure as Quebec tightens its immigration framework while reopening this popular route.

05/07/2026

🚨 IRCC Immigration Medical Exam (IME) — What's Changed?
If you're planning to apply for Canadian PR or a temporary visa, the medical exam rules have been updated and you need to know this before you apply. ⬇️
✅ Express Entry applicants must now complete their IME BEFORE submitting their PR application (effective August 21, 2025)
✅ IRCC updated the country list for temporary residents — effective November 3, 2025
✅ IME reuse exemption extended until October 5, 2029 for eligible in-Canada applicants
✅ IME results are valid for 12 months only
✅ Only IRCC-approved panel physicians can conduct your exam — not your family doctor
Can't complete your IME on time? Don't panic. Submit proof of your scheduled appointment (Form IMM 1017B or appointment confirmation) so your application keeps moving.
📌 Save this post — and share it with anyone preparing a Canada immigration application!
💬 Have questions about your IME requirements? Drop them in the comments 👇
Contact Aclara Immigration Today:
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

🚨 IRCC Immigration Medical Exam (IME) — What's Changed?

If you're planning to apply for Canadian PR or a temporary visa, the medical exam rules have been updated and you need to know this before you apply. ⬇️

✅ Express Entry applicants must now complete their IME BEFORE submitting their PR application (effective August 21, 2025)
✅ IRCC updated the country list for temporary residents — effective November 3, 2025
✅ IME reuse exemption extended until October 5, 2029 for eligible in-Canada applicants
✅ IME results are valid for 12 months only
✅ Only IRCC-approved panel physicians can conduct your exam — not your family doctor

Can't complete your IME on time? Don't panic. Submit proof of your scheduled appointment (Form IMM 1017B or appointment confirmation) so your application keeps moving.

📌 Save this post — and share it with anyone preparing a Canada immigration application!

💬 Have questions about your IME requirements? Drop them in the comments 👇

Contact Aclara Immigration Today:
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8

05/06/2026

🚨 BANNED FROM CANADA FOR 5 YEARS: The cost of a "Ghost Consultant."
Nobody told them that paying a travel agency to help with their visa application would count as immigration fraud. But the Federal Court just did. 👇

This isn't a scare story—it’s a real 2026 Federal Court ruling (Thon v. Canada, 2026 FC 558). Two applicants were found guilty of misrepresentation—not for fake documents—but because a travel agency:
- Scanned their papers 📄
- Paid the fee with its own credit card 💳
- Was never disclosed on the application ❌

That’s all it took. 5-year ban. Family separated.

🔴 THE REPERCUSSIONS (What they don't tell you):
Using an unregulated travel agency or a "ghost consultant" instead of a licensed professional (RCIC or Lawyer) has massive consequences:
- Permanent "Fraud" Red Flag: Even after the 5 years, your record is permanently marked. Future visas to Canada—and even the US, UK, and Australia—become nearly impossible to get.
- Family Inadmissibility: If you get banned, your spouse and children are often banned with you. One mistake ruins everyone’s future.
- No Legal Recourse: Because the agency isn't regulated, you can't report them to the Council. You lose your money, your visa, and your rights.
- Immediate Deportation: If you’re already in Canada and they find out a "ghost" helped you before, your current permit is revoked instantly.

THE BOTTOM LINE: Canadian law is clear. If someone acts on your behalf and money changes hands—it MUST be declared. If someone is helping you with your application who isn't a licensed RCIC or Lawyer and are not disclosing this representation in your application, they are putting you at risk of a ban. If your are at fault there is no recourse for you.
But if you are applying though RCIC or lawyer and receive an unjustified rejection, there are plenty of ways for recourse.

Read this. Share this. Save a friend from a 5-year nightmare. 🇨🇦🚫

Contact Aclara Immigration Today:
📱 Bangladesh: +880 1731 171 513
📱 Canada: +1 (416) 903 4778
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.aclaraimmigration.com
🏢 Dhaka: Gulshan-2, Dhaka-1212
🏢 Scarborough: 462 Birchmount Rd, ON M1K 1N8