Immigration Debt Definition: Involves Travel Expense, Medical Costs, or Other Immigration Related Expenses

Question: What is immigration debt in Canada?

Answer: Immigration debt in Canada refers to amounts owed to the government for expenses like transport loans, medical costs, or other financial aid provided upon an immigrant's arrival. This debt can impede your ability to sponsor family members for immigration. Seeking expert legal advice can assist in understanding your options. Call (226) 886-2001 for a free 15-minute consultation with Olson Craig Legal, serving communities across Ontario.

Immigration Debt Definition

The term immigration debt typically refers to money that is owed to the Canadian government due to various immigration-related expenses that were previously incurred by an immigrant to Canada.  An immigration debt can include costs such as transportation loans for travel to Canada, medical costs that were paid on behalf of the immigrant, or any other financial assistance provided by the government that must be repaid.  A person with an outstanding immigration debt may be unable to act as an immigration sponsor for a family member.  A person with an immigration debt may also be directly impacted.