
A dependent child is a child who is under the age of 22 for Canadian immigration purposes. Under Canadian immigration rules, an immediate family member is a dependent child or a spouse. Ultimately, inadmissibility generally means you or your family member’s inability to be allowed into Canada because of various issues.

It could also be because of some past issue with Canadian immigration authorities such as misrepresentation. For instance, certain medical issues may render your family member inadmissible.Īnother reason could be because of a criminal history that you or one of your immediate family members may have had. Inadmissibility means the likelihood that the Canadian authorities will not admit you into Canada due to certain specific issues.

If you are planning to immigrate to Canada as a permanent resident and you have an immediate family member who is inadmissible in Canada, perhaps because of a criminal record or medical condition, it is likely to impact your Canadian permanent residency application.
