How long do I have after an immigration refusal?

Deadlines for judicial review are short and depend on whether the decision was made inside or outside Canada. Get advice immediately on receiving a refusal.

Will the court grant me the visa?

No. Judicial review examines reasonableness and fairness; the usual remedy is returning the matter for a fresh decision by a different officer.

Federal Court Toronto Registry — Immigration Review & Federal Matters

Federal Court — Toronto Registry

The Federal Court hears matters under federal law from its Toronto registry at 180 Queen Street West — most commonly judicial review of immigration and refugee decisions, plus intellectual property, maritime and federal board matters. Immigration judicial review generally requires leave and deadlines are very short.

What it does

Judicial review of federal boards, tribunals and officers
Immigration and refugee judicial review
Intellectual property and maritime matters
Claims involving the federal Crown

Matters it hears

IRCC and IRB judicial review
Patent, trademark and copyright disputes
Access to information appeals
Federal Crown claims

Appeals & review

Appeals generally go to Federal Court of Appeal — Toronto Registry.

Appeal and review deadlines are short and strictly applied. Treat the decision date as the start of a clock.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do I have after an immigration refusal?: Deadlines for judicial review are short and depend on whether the decision was made inside or outside Canada. Get advice immediately on receiving a refusal.
Will the court grant me the visa?: No. Judicial review examines reasonableness and fairness; the usual remedy is returning the matter for a fresh decision by a different officer.

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General information about jurisdiction and process, not legal advice. LegalCounselNearMe is not a law firm and is not affiliated with Federal Court — Toronto Registry. Procedures, forms and fees change — the official site is authoritative.