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How can I move to Canada from Sierra Leone?
How to immigrate out of Sierra Leone to Canada?
- Live and work in Canada from Sierra Leone.
- Enter and leave the Country as they so choose without the need for further visas.
- Access medical care.
- Access the Canadian Education system for their Children.
- Own Property in Canada as well as Sierra Leone.
- Get Canadian Citizenship.
Who is eligible for asylum in Canada?
Foreign nationals, who fear persecution, who are at serious risk of harm and who cannot get protection in their own country often seek refuge in Canada. People who are recognized as refugees are allowed to stay in Canada and may apply for permanent residence status, and eventually may apply to become Canadian citizens.
What documents will be needed to help a refugee get asylum?
Documents you should bring (if you have them) include:
- passports and travel documents.
- police registration certificates.
- identification documents, for example identity cards, birth and marriage certificates or school records.
- anything you think will help your application.
How long does it take to process asylum in Canada?
Of the cases that are heard, a decision is generally finalized in approximately four months. Except for health services, which are funded by the Government of Canada (Interim Federal Health Program), provision of all these supports is the responsibility of provinces and territories.
Is there a Sierra Leone Embassy in Canada?
There is not Embassy of Sierra Leone in Canada, all apllicants have to submit their documents to the Embassy of Sierra Leone in Washington DC, USA.
Does Sierra Leone have Canadian embassy?
Canadian Consulate in Freetown is the only Canadian diplomatic mission in Sierra-leone.
Can you apply for asylum online?
The process for online extension of asylum seeker and refugee visas is only available for visa holders that had a valid visa during the lockdown. All person whose visas expired before the lockdown will not be able to extend their visas through the online platform.
Do Canadians need visa for Sierra Leone?
Sierra Leone visa for citizens of Canada is required. For more information please contact the nearest Sierra Leone embassy.
Who is the Sierra Leone Ambassador to Ghana?
H.E. Mr. Francis Abakah – Ghana High Commission : Sierra Leone.