If you have a criminal record, you can be denied entry to the U.S. To ensure successful entry, you will need a U.S. Entry Waiver issued by the Department of Homeland Security. The only legal method to enter the U.S. Border with a criminal record is a Waiver (I-192).
U.S. Customs and Immigration Officers have computer access to the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) database.
If you attempt to enter without a waiver, you risk being denied entry and be arrested, detained and deported.
Waiver Experts will prepare all necessary forms and will acquire a certified copy of your Police Certificate and will write the personal letters for your signature. Waiver Experts will petition the Department of Homeland Security on your behalf. Waivers are valid for periods ranging from 1 to 5 years. Once a waiver expires, you must go through the same process again and apply for a new waiver. The US Department of Homeland Security grant Waivers based on how serious the record is, how long ago the offense occurred , the risk of harm to society if the applicant is admitted and the purpose of your trip to the U.S.
Processing a waiver can take anywhere from 6 to 12 months from the time the application is filed, so start your waiver application now! The waiver application requirements are:
