Services
Eftekhari Immigration Services is a full-service immigration boutique that helps individuals, students, employees, and entrepreneurs find their way through the Canadian immigration process and settle into life in Canada.
Your story is unique, and we work with you to create solutions built around your specific needs before, during, and after your move.
No matter where you are on your immigration journey, we’re here to support you in making Canada your home.
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Temporary Residence
Whether you’re planning to study, work, or simply visit, we’re here to help you build the strongest application possible. You can rely on us to be available and attentive to your needs at every step of the process.
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Citizenship
We help clients navigate the process of becoming Canadian citizens. No matter your situation, you can rely on us for thoughtful support and expert direction at every step of the way.
Other Services
We provide a variety of specialized immigration services, including PR card renewals, help with inadmissibility issues through Temporary Resident Permits (TRPs) and Rehabilitation applications, support in responding to Procedural Fairness Letters, assistance with Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Requests and Global Case Management System (GCMS) Notes, and representation in appeals for sponsorship, residency obligations, and refugee cases. Whatever your situation, we’re here to guide you with care and represent your case with the attention it deserves.
Express Entry
We assist with Express Entry applications, including:
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Canadian Experience Class (CEC)
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Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP)
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Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP)
From assessing your eligibility and planning strategies to improve your CRS score, to creating your profile and preparing a complete, compelling application with all supporting documents, we guide you at every step. We also provide strategic advice on targeted and category-based draws to help position your profile for maximum advantage. With our expertise, you can increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) and successfully obtaining permanent residence in Canada.
Visitor Visas
We assist with visitor visa applications, including:
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Tourist visas
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Business visitor visas
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Parents and grandparents super visas
Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurial immigration is the core of what we do. As a key pathway under Canada’s business immigration programs, we assist with entrepreneurial immigration, including:
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Launching a new business in a Canadian province
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Opening a branch of your existing business in Canada
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Buying an existing business or franchise
We help you identify the province best suited to your goals and work with you to transform your business concept into a tailored plan that reflects your experience and aligns with the local market. With our combined expertise in business and Canadian immigration, we position your venture for approval and long-term success in Canada.
BC PNP
We provide expert guidance with the British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP), including:
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Skills Immigration
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Skilled Worker
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Health Authority
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Entry Level and Semi Skilled
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Entrepreneur Immigration
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Base Stream
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Regional Pilot
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Based in British Columbia, we bring local insight that strengthens your application and helps you secure a nomination for permanent residence.
PNP
We make the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) work for you, including:
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Express Entry–aligned streams
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Skilled Worker categories
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Entrepreneur and Business streams
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International Graduate streams
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Other specialized provincial pathways
Each province has its own priorities and requirements, and choosing the right stream can make all the difference. We help you identify the province that best matches your skills, business goals, or education, and then craft a strong, tailored application that stands out. With our guidance, you’ll be strategically positioned to secure a provincial nomination and take a confident step toward permanent residence in Canada.
Refugee Claims
We assist individuals seeking protection in Canada through the refugee claims process, including:
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Preparing your Basis of Claim (BOC) form
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Representing you before the Refugee Protection Division (RPD)
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Providing support and advocacy before the Refugee Appeal Division (RAD)
We are dedicated to advocating for you and ensuring you receive the protection and safety you are entitled to.
Work Permits
We assist with all types of work permits, including:
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LMIA-based Work Permits
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LMIA-exempt Work Permits, such as:
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Iranian Nationals Public Policy
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Spousal Open Work Permit
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Intra-Company Transfers
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Significant Benefit Work Permits
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Bridging Open Work Permits
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Francophone Mobility
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International Experience Canada
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International Trade Agreement Work Permits
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Reciprocal Employment
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Iranian Nationals
Open Work Permit
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Apply now under the special Temporary Public Policy for Iranian Nationals in Canada if you arrived on or before February 28, 2025, even if this is your first open work permit.
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Extend your status by applying for a work permit extension if you already have your open work permit. If your visa has already expired, you can extend your work permit to its full duration and obtain a new valid visa.
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Take advantage of extensions available until February 28, 2026, providing a unique window of opportunity.
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Get expert guidance every step of the way to secure your status in Canada with confidence.
Study Permits
We assist with study permit applications, whether applying from inside Canada or from abroad, including:
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Children at the primary and secondary school level
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Post-secondary international students, including undergraduate and graduate programs
Citizenship
We assist with Canadian citizenship applications for adults and minors, including:
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Verify that you meet the residency requirement
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Guide you through the citizenship test, potential interview, and ceremony
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Prepare and submit your citizenship application
Free Consultation
Stop by our free in-person session every first Friday of the month at the North Vancouver City Library in central Lonsdale.
We'd love to see you in person,
Sponsorship
We assist with all types of sponsorships, including:
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Spousal and common-law sponsorships
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Sponsored children, including adopted children
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Parental and grandparent sponsorships
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Dependent relatives in exceptional circumstances
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Other family sponsorships as eligible under Canadian immigration law