In which situations is a US LPR and French citizen who was refused entry to Canada allowed to withdraw their application for admission to Canada?

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I read on https://www.canadaduientrylaw.com/denied-entry-to-canada.php (mirror):

In many situations where a US citizen is refused entry at the Canadian border, the visitor is allowed to request permission from the CBSA to officially withdraw their application for admission to Canada. If this "withdrawal of admission" is granted by border agents, the individual will be permitted to return to the US without having to experience a formal removal proceeding.

In which situations is a US lawful permanent resident and French citizen who was refused entry to Canada allowed to withdraw their application for admission to Canada?


(To avoid some comments: I was not refused entry yet but my last entry was not smooth. I was threatened that I may be denied entry under the reason "Intention to Work Illegally" and interrogated+searched for 1h because of the presence of a computer monitor in my car's back seat, so I'm getting ready for my next entry to Canada as I'm not giving up on my monitors.)



Best Answer

I don't think this is specific to US citizens. According to this site, it's the same for any foreign citizen.

It also answers your question:

With this amendment, the possibility to withdraw application to enter is conditional on what the Minister decides. Although there is no change to existing policy or practice as this was a technical amendment, the new wording provides more clarity pertaining to withdrawing an application at the Canadian border




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What happens if you are refused entry to Canada?

In rare circumstances such as serious criminality, even a Canadian Permanent Resident Card (Canada PR Card) holder could be deported or refused entry at the border. If you have been denied entry to Canada, it may be possible to obtain the notes of your border denial from the Government.

What does it mean to be refused admission to a country?

Denied admission is when you have a visa and you show up at the border and, for some reason, you are not allowed to enter the country. There could be many reasons for that.

Why would you be denied entry into Canada?

There are many reasons why an individual could be denied entry into Canada. One of the most common reasons why people are refused entry into Canada is because of their past criminal history. The Cohen Immigration Law Firm can assist in your efforts to enter Canada.

Can a Canadian be refused entry to Canada?

No, you can be denied immediate re-entry, depending on your situation. Canadian citizens, permanent residents or people registered under the Indian Act and foreign nationals eligible to enter the country under exemptions like foreign work, study, compassionate grounds, will not be denied boarding or entry.



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