by Shani Hanwella
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The term 'immigration agent' is often loosely used for individuals and companies who assist others to obtain visas to Canada. In Sri Lanka alone it appears there are over 200 - 300 such "agents" in operation who claim to be qualified to assist applicants with their Canadian migration matters. What is shocking is that the majority of these agents are neither qualified nor authorized by the Canadian government to represent applicants with their Canadian immigration matters. The fact that such "agents" may have been to Canada, or have a relative living in Canada, or know somebody who lives in Canada, or know someone who knows someone who lives in Canada, in no way qualifies them to act as legal advisors for Canadian immigration matters. Neither does simply knowing how to fill out Visa Application forms. Rather, providing proper advice and guidance to applicants on Canadian immigration matters requires knowledge of the law and experience in the field.
