If, however, you apply within Canada, you will not have the assistance of the CBSA upstream of the process. It will be up to you at this time to start your process either by yourself or with the support or assistance of a professional; a lawyer for example.
Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) review of your application
Your application will be heard in most cases by a member designated by the IRB. You can have an answer at the end of this hearing. However, in most cases, the response to your claim is communicated to you after the hearing. This communication may take several weeks.
If your application is accepted, you are invited to continue the process to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) review of your application
Your application will be heard in most cases by a member designated by the IRB. You can have an answer at the end of this hearing. However, in most cases, the response to your claim is communicated to you after the hearing. This communication may take several weeks.
If your application is accepted, you are invited to continue the process to apply for permanent residence in Canada.
However, when you are refused, the law imposes a strict time limit within which you must either appeal to the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD) or depending on the circumstances, apply for leave and seek judicial review in a Federal Court.
