Immigration in Surrey
Immigration Lawyers in Surrey
Surrey is one of the places newcomers to British Columbia most often choose to call home, and for good reason. Families arrive here to be near relatives already settled in the area, to find work, and to give their children a fresh start. If you are living in Surrey and trying to sort out permanent residence, a sponsorship, a permit, or a refusal, you are far from alone, and the questions you are asking are ones we hear every week.
At Ng Sidhu Law, our head office is right here in Surrey, so this is home ground for us. We work with people across the city and the surrounding communities of Delta, Langley and White Rock on the full range of immigration matters. Whether you are a skilled worker hoping to qualify through Express Entry, a permanent resident wanting to sponsor a spouse or parent, a student or worker who needs to extend a permit, or someone who just opened a refusal letter and feels stuck, we will explain where you stand in plain language.
Immigration rules change often and processing times shift from one program to the next, so we will not promise you an outcome or a timeline. What we will do is look closely at your situation, tell you honestly which pathways are realistic, and prepare your application with the care it deserves. The first step is a free conversation, and there is no pressure to go any further than that.
How we help in Surrey
Permanent residence and Express Entry
We help Surrey residents map out federal pathways to permanent residence, check your eligibility under Express Entry, and put together a complete, accurate profile and application so a small slip does not cost you months.
BC Provincial Nominee Program
Many people in Surrey already work for a local employer or hope to. We help you understand whether the BC PNP fits your situation and guide you through the documents and steps a provincial nomination requires.
Family and spousal sponsorship
If you want to bring a spouse, partner, child, or parent to join you in Surrey, we help you prepare a sponsorship that shows your relationship clearly and meets the requirements, so your family can be together sooner.
Work and study permits
Surrey is home to many students and workers on temporary status. We assist with work and study permit applications and extensions, and we explain the conditions attached to each so you can plan your next move.
Canadian citizenship
Once you have met the residency and other requirements, we help eligible permanent residents prepare a citizenship application and get ready for the test and the steps that follow.
Refusals and appeals
If an application was refused, we review what happened, explain why, and advise on your options, including an appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division or review at the Federal Court. Time limits apply, so it is worth acting quickly.
Common questions
Do I need to come to the Surrey office in person?
Not necessarily. Our head office is in Surrey and you are welcome to meet us there, but much of immigration work is done with documents and forms, so we can often help by phone, email and video as well. We will set up whatever works best for you.
My permanent residence or permit application was refused. What can I do?
Often there are options. Depending on the type of decision, you may be able to appeal to the Immigration Appeal Division or seek review at the Federal Court, and there are deadlines that matter. Bring us the refusal letter and we will review it and explain the paths that may be open.
How long will my application take?
Processing times depend on the program you are applying under, your specific circumstances, and current government workloads, so they vary and can change. We will give you a realistic picture for your situation and keep you updated as your case moves forward.
What happens at the free case evaluation?
We listen to your goals, ask about your situation, and walk you through the pathways that may be open to you and how we can help. There is no cost and no obligation for that first conversation.
Talk to us about Immigration in Surrey
No pressure and no obligation. Just a clear conversation about where you stand and what comes next.