Applying for Permanent Residence Under the Family Class as a Common-Law Partner｜Ms. W

I was worried because my visa was about to expire, but thanks to precise advice, I was able to apply safely and got my PR quickly!

Immigration Consultant

Yumiko Sakurai

Born in Japan. Worked in tour planning and led international tours at a major travel agency, visiting dozens of countries. After immigrating to Canada in 2003, she worked at a software company in Montreal focusing on the Japanese market. She studied Immigration Consulting at Vanier College and became a licensed immigration consultant. Wanting to support the Japanese community more actively, she relocated to Vancouver where she currently resides and works.

Why did you decide to immigrate to Canada?

I came to Canada about eight years ago, with the help of a study abroad centre that was then part of the same group of companies. So I knew the name through that connection, but I never imagined the day would come when I could obtain permanent residence myself. This time, Ms. Sakurai of Shiraishi VisaJP Canada took great care of me.

What made you choose Shiraishi VisaJP Canada?

In June 2021, I applied to extend my work permit on my own, but I made a mistake and it was refused by immigration, so I rushed to Shiraishi VisaJP Canada just before my visa expired. When I talked with my current boyfriend about not being able to extend my work permit, we decided together to apply under the Family Class as common-law partners, and I asked Ms. Sakurai, who had given me the counselling session, to handle the permanent residence application as well. I was panicking with my visa about to expire, but she answered each of my questions precisely and carefully, and I am really glad I asked a professional.

What was the most memorable part of the process?

The hardest part of the permanent residence application was, as expected, the enormous amount of paperwork. On top of my visa being about to expire, I had to have documents sent from Japan and ask friends and family to write letters, and I was run off my feet. However, Ms. Sakurai checked each document and gave me lots of advice, so I was able to gather the right documents without wasting any time.

Future outlook and a message for those planning to travel to Canada

If you are thinking of applying for PR through the common-law Family Class, I definitely recommend preparing in advance, but if your deadline is approaching like mine was, why not ask Shiraishi VisaJP Canada? I am sure they will help you.

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