Is Pakistani divorce acceptable in Canada?
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Is Pakistani divorce acceptable in Canada?
A divorce in Pakistan while you and your wife are resident in Canada will not be recognized by the Canadian courts. If you then marry again and try to sponsor another wife, her application will be refused because the marriage will not be considered legal (you still being married to the first wife in Canadian law).
How does divorce affect my immigration status in Canada?
If the divorce means that any of the conditions are no longer met, you may be forced to leave Canada. However, if your immigration status is not tied to your relationship (e.g. you are in Canada on a temporary resident permit or work visa), a divorce should not have any effect on your status.
How many years do you have to be separated to be legally divorced in Canada?
one yearIn Canada one of the grounds for a Divorce is the completion of a one year separation period. After this time has passed you can file for Divorce. During a separation spouses live apart with the intention of ending their marriage. However, you are still legally married and at any time you can reconcile.
