Testimonials - Family Class
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September 24, 2026
Applying from Japan and Obtaining Permanent Residence After Entering Canada｜Mr. J
I entered Canada just before the Family Class review was completed, and obtained permanent residence smoothly through a virtual landing from within Canada.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (Spouse)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Japan
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 5 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
N/A
September 24, 2026
Waiting for the Permanent Residence Decision While Working in Canada｜Client B
They always kindly answered even my detailed questions clearly.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (Spouse), Inland
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Vancouver, BC
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 10 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Work Permit → Open Work Permit
September 24, 2026
A Smoothly Processed Application Even During COVID-19, Leading to Her Arrival in Canada｜Ms. R
I had planned to enter Canada as a visitor and wait for the review to finish, but I received my COPR just before my planned entry date and was able to enter as a permanent resident!
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (Spouse)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Japan
Residence at the Time of Application
5.5 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Japan
September 24, 2026
A Smooth Family Class Application by Email, Even While Living Far Away｜Mr. T
The review was delayed due to COVID-19, and additional documents were requested during the application, but thanks to an appropriate response there was no major delay, and permanent residence was granted safely.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (Inland)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Alberta, Canada
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 13 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP)
September 24, 2026
Entrusting Her Family Class Application to Shiraishi VisaJP Canada as Permanent Residence Professionals｜Ms. N
There was support not only before the application but also after it, and I could consult them at any time, which was reassuring.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Vancouver, BC
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 11 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Visitor
September 24, 2026
Successfully Obtaining Permanent Residence as Circumstances Changed During COVID-19｜Client N
Everything went very smoothly until the COVID-19 pandemic, and then processing suddenly slowed down, which made me anxious, but Shiraishi VisaJP Canada’s support was reassuring, and processing was completed successfully.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (common-law partner)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Vancouver, BC
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 12 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Work Permit
September 24, 2026
A Permanent Resident Parent Sponsoring His Child Under the Family Class｜Mr. S
My child’s permanent residence had once been renounced because the residency obligation was not met; this time I, as a permanent resident, sponsored my child to obtain it again.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Family Class - dependent child
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Near Toronto
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 11 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Applicant: no visa; sponsor: permanent resident
September 24, 2026
Entrusting Her Application to Shiraishi VisaJP Canada on a Friend’s Recommendation｜Ms. T
Canadian immigration was often slow to respond because of COVID-19, which made me anxious, but I am happy that processing was completed within the year.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Family Class (outland application)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
BC
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 9 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Study Permit
September 24, 2026
After a Working Holiday and Study Permit, Entrusting a Family Class Application to Shiraishi VisaJP Canada as Well｜Client K
Processing took longer because of COVID-19, but I am happy to have finally obtained permanent residence.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence: Family Class (outland application)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
Alberta, Canada
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 11 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
Work Permit
September 24, 2026
Obtaining Permanent Residence on Schedule During the COVID-19 Pandemic｜Client Y
Considering the time lost, the peace of mind, and the high cost of hiring a lawyer, I felt the application fee was by no means expensive.
Visa Type / Immigration Category
Permanent Residence - Family Class (outland application)
Occupation / Job Title
N/A
Visa Status Before Application
United States
Residence at the Time of Application
Approximately 12 months
Duration from Application to Visa Approval
N/A
