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Calgary criminal record check: How to check your record
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
9.20.2017

Calgary criminal record check: How to check your record

Acquiring a Calgary criminal record check can be a complicated process. Learn about your options and contact AllCleared for assistance.

Is Edmonton The Murder Capital of Canada
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US Entry Waivers
5.10.2012

Is Edmonton The Murder Capital of Canada

In a recent October article on the CBC News, Edmonton has set a new record after the death of a man on the weekend was deemed the city's 40th homicide of

Nexus cards: Can you apply with a criminal record?
General
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
7.4.2016

Nexus cards: Can you apply with a criminal record?

You can save a lot of time crossing the border with a NEXUS card. Unfortunately, the application is complicated for people with criminal records.

How Will a Criminal Record Impact Your Future?
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
12.4.2015

How Will a Criminal Record Impact Your Future?

At Pardon Services Canada, we often talk about the benefits of getting a record suspension or travel waiver. With a cleared name, there are so many more

US Entry Waiver Enables Canadians with a Criminal Record to Enter the United States
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US Entry Waivers
6.1.2012

US Entry Waiver Enables Canadians with a Criminal Record to Enter the United States

The many reasons Canadians travel to the US – business meetings or conferences, family visits, vacations, education, volunteering, job prospects – show that

Do You Have Vacation Plans in the United States for Next Summer but Worry About Your Criminal Record in Canada?
US Entry Waivers
General
9.26.2022

Do You Have Vacation Plans in the United States for Next Summer but Worry About Your Criminal Record in Canada?

If you have a criminal record in Canada, you may not be able to enter the United States. You will need to apply for a US Entry Waiver to cross the border.

Admitting marijuana use results in permanent US bans
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
6.23.2017

Admitting marijuana use results in permanent US bans

Admitting marijuana use at the border could result in a permanent ban. If you are asked about using marijuana you may choose not to answer.

Criminal Records Can Be Made Invisible
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US Entry Waivers
5.10.2012

Criminal Records Can Be Made Invisible

Once a sentence for a conviction has been served – the fine is paid, the prison sentence completed, all conditions met – a person should be able to move on,

How do I submit my US waiver (I-192) application during Covid-19?
Immigration
US Entry Waivers
3.11.2021

How do I submit my US waiver (I-192) application during Covid-19?

The US is not accepting US waiver (I-192) applications at ports of entry due to the travel restrictions imposed by the US and Canadian governments. It can take approximately 4 to 6 months to gather the documentation required for the application and DHS can take up to another six months or longer to complete a full review of your application.

Do Airlines Background Check?
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Record Suspension
Canadian Entry Waivers
US Entry Waivers
Immigration
9.25.2023

Do Airlines Background Check?

Do airlines background check? Having a Criminal Record can hold you back as both an airline passenger or employee. Learn about the steps you can take to not let your Record hold you back.

Fingerprints: Why do I need to get them?
Fingerprinting
Record Suspension
US Entry Waivers
7.7.2017

Fingerprints: Why do I need to get them?

When you are applying for a Record Suspension or US Entry Waiver, you will need to obtain fingerprints. Learn why your fingerprints are needed.

US Entry Waiver: How long is it good for?
US Entry Waivers
3.17.2017

US Entry Waiver: How long is it good for?

A US Entry Waiver is good for six months to five years. Many clients get a five year waiver on the first try. You can enter the US with a criminal record.

Preclearance Bill C-23 could affect people with records
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US Entry Waivers
3.2.2017

Preclearance Bill C-23 could affect people with records

A preclearance bill before Parliament could be of concern for clients who have criminal records or negative police contact.

US Entry Waiver Renewal: What is the process?
US Entry Waivers
5.12.2017

US Entry Waiver Renewal: What is the process?

Learn about the US Entry Waiver renewal process. How do you renew your US Entry Waiver and how long does it take to process?

US Entry Waiver: Who needs to apply?
US Entry Waivers
6.1.2018

US Entry Waiver: Who needs to apply?

Some Canadians with criminal records will require a US Entry Waiver in order to visit the United States. Learn what types of criminal records require a US Entry Waiver.

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