US waivers allow people who have been convicted of a criminal offence to legally enter the United States. They last for up to 5 years, after which time they must be renewed. Inadmissibility to the United States can affect your personal freedom and excludes you from trusted traveller programs like NEXUS, the Global Entry Program and FAST pass. You can apply for a US waiver by downloading our free assessment questionnaire.
About US Waivers
You may need a waiver if you have a criminal record from another country, which is logged on the United States law enforcement databases. Some people find that on occasion they can enter into America without being refused, yet on other occasions they may be barred entry. This inconsistency occurs when busy border guards do not have the time to run records checks of every visitor screened at the immigration kiosks. If you are inadmissible to the United States and you do attempt to cross the border, you are committing a serious offence, which can result in the confiscation of your vehicle, criminal charges and jail sentences. Anyone who is travelling with you can also face stiff penalties for aiding a criminal and this can lead to them becoming inadmissible too. If you have a criminal record or immigration violations in Canada and intend to cross the border, you may need a Canada Pardon.
Our Service
If you have been denied access to the United States on the grounds of inadmissibility a waiver will help you regain entry. Immigroup Inc. processes all of the essential documents necessary for you to obtain your waivers. We carefully check your application and ensure that it is correctly filed with the right supporting documents. If you are unsure as to whether you need to apply, fill out our free pre-assessment questionnaire or call in at our office and speak to one of our paralegals. We guarantee 100% money back if you meet all requirements for a US waiver and do not obtain one.
US Waiver Fees
- Immigroup service fee: $236.25 CDN. We give a 50% discount off a second application e.g. if you need to obtain a Canada pardon as well.
- Government fee: $545.00 USD
- Cancellation fee $42.50 CDN
Our fees include
- $25.00 RCMP fingerprint certification charge
- $50.00 fingerprint fee (at one of our walk-in centers)
- Disbursements
US Waiver FAQ’s
If my charge was withdrawn or suspended, do I still need a waiver?
No, however you will need to show court documents that verify this. To order court documents please submit an application to the court that tried your case.
What limitations does a waiver have?
It only allows a person to visit America for a specific period of time; however, they can be used multiple times right up until they expire. If you are planning to stay in America for longer than 3 months there may be additional forms that must be completed and notarized, and then attached to your application.
When can I apply for a waiver?
You can apply for one at any time. There is no waiting period. It takes 6 months to one year to obtain one.
If I have been granted a Canada Pardon do I still need a waiver?
Unfortunately, United States Customs does not recognize a Canada Pardon.
How long does it take to process a US Waiver application?
Due to delays in acquiring RCMP certified records from Ottawa, Waiver applications now take between 6 to 8 months to assemble. If fingerprints are taken in one of our offices, they will be biometrically scanned. This will drastically reduce RCMP processing time to approximately 3-4 months. Another 6 to 12 months of processing time should be expected for a decision to be rendered by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office.
Can a waiver application be denied?
Yes, if you are deemed to be of a high risk to re-offend, your application can be denied.
Does your tracking system track applications after they have been received by a U.S. Customs or Homeland Security office?
No, once an application is received by any U.S. Customs or Homeland Security office, we cannot track your file.
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