CICC Licence R509291 · RCIC-IRB|Verify licence
CICC Licence R509291 · RCIC-IRB|Verify licence
Refusal review
A refusal is not a permanent ban. A licensed RCIC-IRB reviews your refusal and the officer's GCMS notes, finds the real concerns, and advises whether to reapply, request reconsideration, appeal or seek Judicial Review.
Ahmad Junaid Salik, LL.B (UK) · RCIC-IRB, CICC licence R509291 · ICEF Certified Canada Specialist. Verify licence
CICC licence R509291
Licensed before the IRB
Including IAD appeals
Law degree, University of London
RCIC-IRB practice since 2013
Two offices
Islamabad and Mississauga
Your options
The right option depends on your visa type and what the GCMS notes reveal.
Best when the file lacked evidence, had an unclear study plan or did not document funds. A new application with targeted proof and a legal submission.
If the officer made a clear factual error or missed evidence already on file, a formal request can be sent before filing again.
Refused family sponsorships and residency obligation decisions can be appealed to the Immigration Appeal Division.
If the decision was unfair or unreasonable, our panel Canadian lawyer can apply to the Federal Court under a separate agreement. Strict deadlines apply.
Why visas are refused
Most refusal letters use the same checkbox: the officer is not satisfied you will leave Canada at the end of your stay. The real reasons are usually one of these.
Misrepresentation is serious. Undisclosed refusals or unverified documents can lead to a 5-year ban. Always declare previous refusals.
Our method
We request your full case notes, which show the officer's actual concerns, and your previously submitted file.
We compare your file to the notes: unexplained deposits, missing income proof, study gaps or inconsistent declarations.
New proof that answers each concern: documented funds, employer letters, tax records and asset valuations.
A representative's letter that walks the officer through how each refusal ground has been resolved.
Submitted through our authorised IRCC portal, with all IRCC queries handled by us until the decision.
No one can guarantee a visa. We maximise your chances and tell you plainly if reapplying is not worth it yet.
Book a refusal reviewCan you guarantee my visa will be approved?
No. No one can guarantee a visa; the decision belongs to the visa office. We use our experience and up-to-date training to give your application the best possible chance.
Can I reapply immediately after a refusal?
Yes, there is no mandatory waiting period. But you should not reapply until you have your GCMS notes and new evidence that answers each refusal point.
Does a study visa refusal hurt my future chances?
Not permanently, as long as there was no finding of misrepresentation. You must declare previous refusals on every future application.
What are GCMS notes and why do I need them?
They are the officer's internal case notes. They show the real reasons behind a generic refusal letter, so the new application can address them directly.
Why use an RCIC-IRB instead of a local agent?
Agents in Pakistan are not recognised by the Canadian government and file you as unrepresented. An RCIC is licensed, legally accountable, and authorised to deal directly with IRCC.
Can I appeal a Canada visitor or study visa refusal?
There is no appeal to the IRB for visitor, study or work permit refusals. Your options are a stronger new application, or judicial review at the Federal Court if the decision contains a legal error, filed by a Canadian lawyer within 60 days.
Do I have to declare a previous refusal when I apply again?
Yes. Every past refusal to any country must be declared on your Canadian forms. Leaving one out can lead to a misrepresentation finding and a five-year ban, which is far worse than the refusal itself.
How long do GCMS notes take to arrive?
Requests made through an ATIP or privacy request usually take around 30 days, though some take longer. A representative in Canada can file the request for you if you are outside Canada.
Get a licensed review of your refusal letter, GCMS notes and previous file before you apply again.
info@euroimmiconsultant.pk · Canada office +1 905 399 8620 · Islamabad: Office #36, Mezzanine Floor, Beverly Centre, Blue Area · Mississauga: 5100 Dixie Road, Ontario
