How Long to Wait After a DUI to Enter Canada: Key Guidelines

Discover the waiting period after a DUI for entering Canada and learn about rehabilitation options.

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After a DUI, you must wait at least five years from the completion of your sentence before you can apply for criminal rehabilitation to enter Canada. Alternatively, you may be eligible for a temporary resident permit before that period, depending on circumstances.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is a temporary resident permit? A temporary resident permit allows individuals with inadmissibility issues, like DUIs, to enter Canada for a specified period.
  2. Can I enter Canada with a DUI if I apply for rehabilitation? Yes, after five years from the completion of your sentence, you can apply for criminal rehabilitation to enter Canada.
  3. What are the consequences of entering Canada with a DUI record? Entering Canada with a DUI can result in being denied entry; it is essential to understand your options beforehand.
  4. How long does criminal rehabilitation take? The processing time for criminal rehabilitation applications can vary, but it generally takes several months.

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